The Planar 8 was inspired by the ultimate Rega turntable, the 'Naiad'. Rega decided early on that instead of an evolution of the previous RP8, the new Planar 8 was to be developed and engineered to encapsulate the essence of 'Naiad' at an affordable price. Their aim was to deliver a level of performance far beyond what has been achieved at this price point before.
Every aspect of the Planar 8 is engineered to extract as much detail from the vinyl surface as possible. Rega have used the most advanced materials and engineering solutions built around a supremely lightweight plinth to ensure the greatest level of performance. The Planar 8 is supplied with the new RB880 tonearm and Neo PSU as standard which offers electronic speed change, advanced anti-vibration control and user adjustable electronic fine speed adjustment to ensure total accuracy and control over the motor. The outer frame of the previous model has now been removed and a new stylish, removable, single piece dustcover has been introduced further reducing the overall mass of the turntable.
The Planar 8 is available with the recommended Ania or Apheta 2* MC cartridges factory fitted at an attractive, discounted package price.
Dimensions : Turntable (with dustcover fitted)
Width 420mm
Depth 315mm
Height 125mm
Weight 4.2Kg
Dimensions : Neo PSU
Width 180mm
Depth 155m
Height 50mm
Weight 0.6Kg
1.9 - 2.0 g
100 Ω
10 Ω
350 μV
≥ 20 μV
≥ -29 dB
6 g