Name: Rega Planar 6 (Nd5)
SKU: 42542
Price: 1525.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Rega Planar 6 (Nd5)

£1,525.00

Experience exceptional vinyl playback right out of the box with the Rega Planar 6, now available with the acclaimed Rega ND5 moving magnet cartridge pre-installed. This carefully curated combination delivers a detailed, dynamic, and engaging sound, showcasing the strengths of both components.

The Planar 6 turntable builds upon Rega’s renowned lightweight and rigid design philosophy, featuring an ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 plinth, a precision-engineered aluminium sub-platter, and a high-performance 24V motor with the advanced Neo PSU MK2 power supply for electronic speed control and enhanced stability.

The Rega ND5 cartridge is a high-performance moving magnet cartridge featuring a powerful Neodymium magnet, an aluminium cantilever, and a precision elliptical nude diamond stylus. Developed to offer “next-level” performance from a moving magnet design, the ND5 provides excellent tracking, detail retrieval, and a wide soundstage, perfectly complementing the Planar 6’s capabilities.

This factory-fitted pairing takes the guesswork out of cartridge matching, ensuring optimal synergy and performance from your vinyl setup. Simply connect to your phono stage and enjoy the rich, warm, and detailed sound that vinyl has to offer.

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Description

Key Features:

Plinth: Ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 polyurethane foam core with HPL (High Pressure Laminate) skin. Available in Polaris Grey matt finish with high gloss black polymer edge trim, or Matt White with clear high gloss polymer edge trim.
Tonearm: Rega RB330 handmade precision tonearm with custom stainless steel weight.
Motor: High specification Rega 24V low noise synchronous motor, each motor hand-tuned and matched to its own Neo PSU.
Power Supply: Rega Neo PSU MK2 advanced DSP (Digital Signal Processing) generator power supply for electronic speed change, advanced anti-vibration control, and user-adjustable electronic fine speed adjustment.
Platter: Custom dual-layer smoked/clear float glass platter.
Sub-Platter: Single-piece machined aluminium.
Drive Pulley: Custom machined high precision drive pulley.
Central Hub: Patent-pending, ultra-low friction central brass hub.
Drive Belt: Upgrade white drive belt fitted as standard.
Dust Cover: New smoked dust cover included.
Feet: New aluminium foot trims and Planar-style feet.
Speeds: 33⅓ RPM and 45 RPM (electronic speed change via Neo PSU).
Dimensions (W x H x D) (Lid Closed): 447 x 120 x 360 mm
Weight: 5.2 kg
Connectivity: RCA/Phono outputs, Mini DIN for connection to Neo PSU.
Rega ND5 Moving Magnet Cartridge (Factory Fitted):
- Neodymium (Nd) N55 magnet for increased power.
- Perfect elliptical nude diamond stylus for excellent tracking and detail.
- Aluminium cantilever.
- Miniaturised parallel coils for improved high-frequency response.
- Highly rigid lightweight PPS (polyphenylene sulphide) body.
- Three-point mounting system for easy and secure installation.

Specifications – Rega ND5 Cartridge:

Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
Output Voltage: 5-6 mV
Stylus: Perfect elliptical nude diamond
Cantilever: Aluminium
Tracking Force: 1.75 g
Input Load Impedance: 47 kΩ
Mass: 6 g
Mounting: Three-point fixing

Rega Neo PSU MK2 – Specifications

Output to Motor: Bi-phase 24 V AC protected by resettable fuse.
Power Consumption: 7.2 W.
Voltage: 24 V AC.
Power Supply: Rega PS1 only (supplied).
Speed Control Step Size: 0.01 RPM.
DSP Generator: Based on the Planar 10 PSU, built upon a high stability crystal for accurate speed.
Speed Adjustment: User-controllable fine speed adjustment via rear panel trim tool (supplied).
Electronic Speed Change: Convenient electronic switching between 33⅓ and 45 RPM.
Dimensions (W x H x D): 180 x 50 x 155 mm.

This combination of the Rega Planar 6 and the ND5 cartridge offers a fantastic entry point into high-performance vinyl playback, with the convenience of a factory-fitted and optimized cartridge.