Planar 1
This multi-award winning (What Hi-Fi? Best turntable £200-£500 five years in a row) ‘Plug and Play’ design utilises our handmade RB110 tonearm, with pre-set bias and a factory fitted Carbon cartridge. Set-up is possible in under 30 seconds and delivers incredible performance well beyond its price point.
Performance beyond price
A fresh new look for the multi-award winning Planar 1. We are delighted to introduce the new matt finish Planar 1. Every single aspect of the Planar 1 has been meticulously designed to improve performance. The Planar 1 uses a bespoke 24 V, low noise, synchronous motor to reduce vibration combined with our hand made RB110 tonearm fitted with our unique Rega-designed ultra-low friction bearings. We have added our latest drive belt technology the EBLT belt which delivers greater accuracy and improved speed performance. If you are looking to get back into vinyl and want serious performance that will last you a lifetime, then look no further.
The new special edition Walnut effect finish was introduced in September 2022 and is constructed from the same high rigidity premium laminate used on the standard matt P1. This is an attractive, high quality, realistic finish which is supplied as standard with the premium smoked dustcover to set off the design.
Key Features
- New Walnut effect finish added for 2022
- EBLT Advanced drive belt fitted as standard
- New matt finish for 2021
- RB110 tonearm with ultra-low friction play bearings
- Factory fitted Carbon moving magnet cartridge
- Phenolic resin, flywheel effect platter
- High quality, 24 V low noise synchronous motor
- Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects
- Matt White
- Matt Black
- Walnut Effect
Available in matt black, matt white and Walnut effect limited edition.
Tonearm
Brand new RB110 tonearm built with the new Rega designed, bespoke, ultra-low friction bearings (patent pending). New bias assembly and integrated arm clip. Includes automatic bias adjustment negating the need for the user to set bias, making this the most ‘plug & play’ turntable we have ever manufactured. Ergonomically, designed headshell for improved usability and appearance.
Cartridge
Rega Carbon cartridge supplied fitted as standard.
24 V Synchronous Motor
The first entry-level Rega turntable to use a 24 V, synchronous AC motor with a new motor PCB and aluminium pulley offering low noise and better speed stability.
Plinth
Brand new matt finish and Walnut effect option with vastly improved appearance and ergonomically positioned on/off switch located on the underside. Three stunning plinth finishes available, matt black, matt white and Walnut effect.
Central Bearing Housing
Performance brass main bearing, offering improved fit and removing stress on the bearing itself whilst minimising the transfer of potential energy (patent pending).
Platter
23 mm, higher mass, phenolic platter with improved flywheel effect for improved speed stability.
Isolation
Our latest design foot assembly increases stability and reduce vibration transfer.
Motor Cover Tray
Motor cover tray with integrated cooling.
Balance Weight
111 g ‘plug & play’ balance weight.
Technical Specifications
- Tonearm
Hand assembled RB110 tonearm
- Cartridge
Factory fitted Carbon moving magnet cartridge
- Motor
24 V low noise motor
- Platter
Phenolic resin platter
- Dimensions (lid closed) (W x H x D)
447 x 117 x 360 mm
- Weight
4.2 kg
For full technical specifications, download Planar 1 - User Manual Multilingual - Ver 10 below.
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Environmental Labelling of Packaging
From the installation to the final play, the Rega Planar 1 is not just outstanding, it has actually changed the nature of the market at this level.
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Long Live Vinyl Gear of the Year Award Winner 2017
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Sound Image Awards 2017 Product of the Year
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Complementary Components
- Dedicated Moving magnet phono stage
- Compatible with all MM cartridges
- USB output
- A2D functionality
- User friendly front and back panels
- Custom design case
- 30 W per channel into 8 Ω
- 2 Line inputs
- Integrated MM phono stage
- Headphone socket
- Mini remote control
- All new custom designed chasis
- 2 way system
- Bass reflex design
- Handmade MX-125 bass-mid unit
- Rega designed ZRR high frequency unit
- Custom phenolic resin cabinets
- Ceramic braced
- Designed for Planar 1, Planar 2, Planar 3 and Planar 6 and many older Rega models
- Simple screw fit adaptors are available to fit the older, RP8 and RP10 turntables
- Available in two colours: black and white
- 1.2kg lighter and more rigid than the previous model
Experience Rega
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Lifetime Limited Warranty
All Rega products carry a Lifetime Limited Warranty.
Every product we make is designed and assembled in the UK to the highest possible standard. This warranty covers confirmed manufacturing defects. This warranty does not cover wear and tear, or parts that are considered consumable. Any unauthorised modifications or failure to follow the Rega recommended guidelines in the product manual may invalidate the warranty. Due to local laws, warranties may vary by country in which units are sold. Please contact your Rega retailer or distributor for warranty details. Your statutory rights are not affected.