Welcome to our Rega Planar 1 Plus Turntable Review, where we explore how this latest incarnation of Rega’s most successful model brings truly stellar performance and user-friendly design to audiophiles and vinyl novices alike. As Australia’s #1 Hi-Fi store, our team at The Audio Tailor has had the pleasure of putting this plug & play marvel to the test—let’s dive into why it stands out.
At first glance, the Planar 1 Plus impresses with its sleek matt plinth available in both matt black and matt white finishes. Beneath its elegant exterior lies a 24V low-noise synchronous motor, secured to a rigid chassis via our latest custom foot design. This ensures minimal vibration transfer and rock-solid speed stability. The phenolic resin platter, with its 23 mm thickness and enhanced flywheel effect, locks in rotational consistency—every record spins with unwavering precision.
The handmade RB110 tonearm features Rega’s ultra-low friction bearings, allowing the factory-fitted Carbon moving magnet cartridge to trace groove modulations with peerless accuracy. Thanks to the pre-set bias assembly and redesigned headshell, setup is truly a breeze—no protractor or tricky alignment tools required. Just balance the 111 g plug & play weight, set the tracking force, and you’re ready to spin.
One of the highlights of this Rega Planar 1 Plus Turntable is the built-in moving magnet phono stage, derived from the award-winning What Hi-Fi? 5-Star Fono Mini. This high-spec pre-amplifier delivers a clean, neutral gain structure, making it effortless to connect to any line-level input—no external phono pre needed. Dial in your system, plug into your integrated amplifier or active speakers, and hear your vinyl collection come alive.
Audibly, the Planar 1 Plus offers a spacious soundstage, defined bass, and crystal-clear mids. The low-mass tonearm reduces tracking distortion, while the motor’s quiet operation keeps background rumble and noise floor to an absolute minimum. Whether you’re spinning lush jazz recordings or high-energy rock anthems, the tonal balance remains consistently engaging and refined.
Whether you’re stepping into the world of vinyl or seeking a no-fuss upgrade to your existing rig, the Planar 1 Plus caters to a wide audience. Its plug & play aspects mean minimal setup overhead, while the quality components promise long-term upgrade potential. In short, if you value sound quality, build integrity, and ease of use, this is your turntable.
If you’re ready to experience vinyl with newfound clarity and simplicity, our team is here to help. Chat with one of our experts at The Audio Tailor by calling 1300 308 711 or emailing sales@theaudiotailor.com.au. Discover more details and secure yours at the official product page.
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