Platine vinyle Rega Planar 1 Plus

The Rega Planar 1 turntable has enjoyed—and continues to enjoy—unprecedented success for the British manufacturer. To make it even easier to use, and especially to accommodate those who don’t have a built-in phono preamp in their hi-fi system, Rega now offers a “Plus” version of its best-seller!

Rega Planar 1 Plus: Features

The Rega Planar 1 Plus turntable features all the same specifications as the Rega Planar 1: a 9-inch RB110 aluminum tonearm, a 24V motor, and a 23mm-thick phenolic resin platter… If you’d like to learn more, visit the product page for the Rega Planar 1 turntable.

Rega Planar 1 Plus: Built-in Phono Preamplifier

For this “Plus” version, Rega has simply added the circuit board from the renowned Rega Fono Mini A2D phono preamplifier internally. To optimize this setup, the digital section of the Mini A2D has been removed. This means the A/D converter and USB output have been eliminated. The circuit board is therefore 100% analog. It retains only the RIAA equalization section and the gain stage. This has at least three advantages: a simpler circuit, lower cost, and improved sound quality.

Rega Planar 1 Plus Turntable

This integration allows you to connect the REGA Planar 1 Plus directly to almost any Hi-Fi system with a standard line input using a standard RCA cable (included) or, if necessary, an RCA-to-3.5 mm jack adapter cable (optional).

Rega Planar 1 Plus: Review and Listening Impressions

We couldn’t help but compare it to the Planar 1 paired with its Rega Fono Mini A2D phono preamp… Well, in all honesty, there’s no difference, except that the resolution seems to be superior on the Planar 1 Plus. Perhaps this is due to the fact that one cable is removed?!

So, of course, it retains all the qualities that have made the Rega Planar 1 so renowned and successful: dynamics, presence, soundstage… And of course, just like with the Rega Planar 1, we strongly recommend equipping the Planar 1 Plus with the Rega Performance kit.

Highly recommended for anyone using a mini-system or connected speakers!

FAQ: Everything you need to know before buying the Rega Planar 1 Plus

What does the Plus version bring?

The Planar 1 Plus carries over all the features of the Planar 1 (9-inch aluminium RB110 arm, 24 V motor, 23 mm phenolic resin platter) and adds a built-in phono preamplifier. It can thus connect directly to almost any Hi-Fi system with a standard line input.

How is it connected to a system without a phono input?

Connection is via a supplied standard RCA cable, or if needed via an optional RCA to 3.5 mm jack interconnect. Thanks to the built-in preamp, no phono input is required on your amplifier or active speakers.

Which preamplifier is built in?

The built-in board is that of the Rega Fono Mini A2D preamplifier, with its digital section removed: the analogue-to-digital converter and USB output have been dropped. The board is therefore fully analogue and keeps only the RIAA correction and gain stage, which simplifies the circuit and improves sound quality.

Is it easy to set up, and can it be upgraded?

Yes, it is designed to be easy to use. Every turntable is assembled, aligned and tested in the workshop before shipping. It offers the qualities of the Planar 1 (dynamics, presence, soundstage), and it is advised, as with the Planar 1, to fit the Rega Performance kit in time.