Rega Planar 3 Turntable with Nd3 Moving Magnet Cartridge
An Icon, Reimagined
The Rega Planar 3 is one of the most acclaimed turntables ever made, winning What Hi-Fi? Product of the Year for six consecutive years (2016–2021) and again in 2024. Now fitted with the factory-installed Rega Nd3 moving magnet cartridge, it’s ready to deliver class-leading vinyl playback straight out of the box.
Every part of the Planar 3 has been re-engineered for improved performance — from the RB330 precision tonearm to the rigid double-brace plinth, 12mm ‘Optiwhite’ glass platter, and low-noise 24V motor. The result is an exceptionally musical, detailed, and engaging sound.
RB330 Precision Tonearm
Developed using 3D CAD & CAM technology and over 35 years of tonearm expertise, the RB330 features a redesigned bearing housing, intelligent mass redistribution, and ultra-low friction precision bearings. This ensures stability, accuracy, and the ability to extract more detail from your records than ever before.
Factory-Fitted Nd3 Cartridge
The Nd3 is Rega’s latest moving magnet design, using a powerful neodymium magnet and carefully wound coils to deliver exceptional clarity, dynamics, and tracking ability. Perfectly matched to the RB330 tonearm, it offers plug-and-play convenience without sacrificing audiophile performance.
Lightweight, Rigid Plinth & Double Brace Technology
The high-gloss acrylic laminated plinth is reinforced with an improved double-brace system — a 3mm phenolic bottom brace and metalised phenolic top brace — mounted between the tonearm base and main bearing for maximum stiffness. This minimises resonance and energy absorption, resulting in a cleaner, more dynamic sound.
Precision Main Bearing & Sub Platter
A re-engineered brass main hub bearing reduces stress and improves fit, while the redesigned sub platter increases rotational accuracy and stiffness, creating a quieter and more stable platform for your records.
12mm ‘Optiwhite’ Glass Platter
The polished-edge float glass platter is manufactured to exceptional accuracy, ensuring smooth, consistent rotation with premium aesthetics.
Low-Noise Motor & Upgrade Path
The 24V synchronous motor runs with reduced vibration and is fully compatible with the optional Rega Neo PSU for electronic speed change and advanced anti-vibration circuitry.
Key Features
• Multi-award-winning design – What Hi-Fi? Product of the Year 2016–2021 & 2024
• Factory-fitted Rega Nd3 moving magnet cartridge
• RB330 tonearm with ultra-low friction bearings
• Double-brace technology for improved plinth rigidity
• 24V low-noise motor with Neo PSU upgrade compatibility
• 12mm ‘Optiwhite’ float glass polished platter
• High gloss black, white, red, or light oak effect finish (new for 2024)
• Advanced EBLT drive belt for improved speed stability
• Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
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Tonearm
Hand assembled precision RB330 tonearm
Motor
24V low noise motor
Platter
12 mm glass polished edge
Connectivity
RCA / Phono
Power (additional)
Mini DIN ?for connection to Neo PSU (optional upgrade)
Dimensions (lid closed) (W x H x D)
447 x 117 x 360 mm
Weight
6.0 kg