{"product_id":"rega-apollo-r-cd-player-pre-loved","title":"Rega Apollo R CD Player - Pre Loved","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:8d9c9167-9b75-4219-bdfc-d551dc318e11-2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-6\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:8d9c9167-9b75-4219-bdfc-d551dc318e11-2\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:8d9c9167-9b75-4219-bdfc-d551dc318e11-2\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] 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data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:8d9c9167-9b75-4219-bdfc-d551dc318e11-3\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-id=\"bed402fc-84e9-4e4f-8a9f-ca54a93c1204\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"321\" data-start=\"49\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"94\" data-start=\"53\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRega Apollo-R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly regarded British CD player designed with a clear focus on musicality, timing, and simplicity. It sits within Rega’s philosophy of stripping away unnecessary features to prioritise pure, engaging sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"755\" data-start=\"323\"\u003eHoused in a compact half-width chassis, the Apollo-R uses a \u003cstrong data-end=\"418\" data-start=\"383\"\u003etop-loading transport mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances disc stability and reduces vibration-related errors. Internally, it features a refined digital-to-analogue stage built around the \u003cstrong data-end=\"585\" data-start=\"563\"\u003eWolfson WM8742 DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with improved discrete output circuitry and low-noise power supplies. These upgrades contribute to its reputation for strong signal integrity and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"757\"\u003eSonically, the Apollo-R is known for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"886\" data-start=\"798\"\u003enatural tonal balance, excellent rhythmic flow, and smooth yet detailed presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than pushing an analytical or clinical sound, it emphasizes musical coherence—making instruments and vocals feel connected and lifelike. The bass is tight and controlled, the midrange is expressive, and the treble remains clean without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003eA key strength of the Apollo-R is its timing and pace. Like many Rega designs, it excels at conveying rhythm and drive, making it particularly well-suited to rock, jazz, and acoustic music where musical “flow” is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1610\" data-start=\"1368\"\u003eIt also integrates easily into Rega systems, especially when paired with matching amplifiers like the Brio or Elex series, but it performs equally well in other high-quality hi-fi setups thanks to its neutral output and robust analogue stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1612\"\u003eOverall, the Apollo-R is considered a refined and musical CD player that prioritises engagement and long-term listening enjoyment over technical showmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1612\"\u003ePlease note that this machine does seem to have a common quirk found with these models, it requires a few minutes to warm up before it plays properly. Once warmed up it seems to play nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex h-svh w-screen flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Collection from our Murarrie showroom or freight at buyer's expense. We do not offer free shipping on traded equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eContact The Audio Tailor today to arrange an audition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdialog class=\"group\/dialog @container inset-0 min-h-full min-w-full whitespace-normal items-center justify-center overflow-auto overscroll-y-contain bg-[rgba(0,0,0,0.5)] backdrop-blur-[1px]\"\u003e\u003c\/dialog\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Audio Tailor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44967364493427,"sku":"AR-Rega Apollo R CD Player","price":590.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2109\/2929\/files\/Rega-Apollo-R-CD-Player-Pre-Loved-australia.heic?v=1778900348","url":"https:\/\/www.theaudiotailor.com.au\/products\/rega-apollo-r-cd-player-pre-loved","provider":"The Audio Tailor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}