Rega
Rega Planar 2 Review
The entry point into Rega's audiophile lineup with improved platter and tonearm over the Planar 1.
Typically $300–$600
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Quick Specs
Hover over ⓘ to learn what each means
- Drive Type ⓘ Belt drive = quieter listening, great for home use. Direct drive = instant start/stop, good if you want to DJ or scratch records.
- belt
- Speeds ⓘ This tells you which records you can play. 33 RPM plays full albums, 45 RPM plays singles. If it includes 78, you can also play old vintage records from your grandparents' collection.
- 33, 45 RPM
- Built-in Preamp ⓘ Yes = plug directly into any speakers and you're ready to go. No = you'll need to buy a separate preamp ($50-150) or use a receiver with a 'phono' input.
- No
- USB Output ⓘ Yes = you can plug into your computer and save your vinyl as digital files to listen on your phone. No = vinyl only, no digital copies.
- No
- Cartridge ⓘ This is the part that actually touches your records. A good cartridge means better sound quality. You can always upgrade this later without buying a new turntable.
- Rega Carbon
What We Like
- ✓ Step up from Planar 1 with better platter
- ✓ Rega's renowned RB220 tonearm
- ✓ Great entry into audiophile territory
What Could Be Better
- ✗ No built-in preamp
- ✗ Manual operation only
Best For
Those ready to cross into audiophile territory
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