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The Planar 8 is supplied with the new RB880 tonearm and Neo PSU as standard which offers electronic speed change, advanced anti-vibration control and user adjustable electronic fine speed adjustment to ensure total accuracy and control over the motor. The outer frame of the previous model has now been removed and a new stylish, removable, single piece dustcover has been introduced further reducing the overall mass of the turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUltra Lightweight Plinth\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 is the second Rega turntable constructed using our latest ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 polyurethane foam core (a material developed for the aerospace industry). This material is sandwiched between two layers of HPL (high-pressure laminate).\u003cbr\u003eHPL is exceptionally thin and extremely rigid. This new construction makes the new Planar 8 skeletal plinth 30% lighter than the original RP8 while offering increased rigidity over the previous model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDouble Brace Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA super lightweight plinth combined with a phenolic resin double brace mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing) forms a structurally sound \"stressed beam\" assembly. This rigid plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonances which will add unnatural distortions to the music.\u003cbr\u003eEqually, heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy such as motor or bearing noise directly into the rotating record. The use of braces instead of the complete skin allows double thickness phenolic resin in these key areas while providing further weight reduction to the plinth which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRB880 Tonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the new RB880 we have introduced an improved vertical bearing assembly constructed using an aluminium and stainless-steel, low mass assembly with vastly improved stability and rigidity.\u003cbr\u003eThis tonearm is using our advanced preloaded zero tolerance bearing assembly adjusted to less than 1000th of a mm, this gives friction-free movement and zero levels of unwanted play. This subtle but effective new structure is only visible via small windows at the rear of the new bias housing assembly (see image below).\u003cbr\u003eA thinner stainless steel balance weight is used, allowing greater adjustability and compatibility. Finally, the RB880 is terminated with a re-designed, low capacitance phono cable terminated with high quality, locking phono plugs to ensure the best possible connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEBLTDrive Belts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor three years Rega has been researching and developing with chemists the use of a bespoke new rubber compound for drive belts. Using a specialised curing system, the new drive belt offers superior consistency of modulus (a constant representing the degree to which a substance has a particular property, especially elasticity).\u003cbr\u003eThese new belts are manufactured on Rega designed, state of the art, super-accurate tools which produce 'perfectly round' and 'dimensionally accurate' belts, critical for perfect speed stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHub Bearing Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 uses a new low mass central bearing assembly. A single piece machined aluminium sub-platter and hardened tool steel spindle run inside a custom brass housing which is cleverly mounted within the chassis. This new mounting is designed to eradicate unwanted potential energy being transferred or stored in the plinth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuper Flywheel Effect Triple Layer Glass Platter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 uses a three-piece laminated glass platter which is the result of collaboration with a British glass engineering company. This brand new platter is constructed from two different high-quality Pilkington glasses.\u003cbr\u003eAs a general rule, the only part of a turntable that requires extra mass is the turntable platter in order to achieve constant rotational speed. However, a heavier platter creates more problems for the main bearing design so again an ideal compromise creates the best solution.\u003cbr\u003ePractically this means keeping as much of the mass to the outside rim of the glass platter to create more flywheel effect but keeping the inside of the platter as light as possible without sacrificing stiffness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e24 V Low Noise Motor Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 uses Rega's latest generation, 24 V, synchronous, low vibration motor technology. Uniquely mounted using the highest level of coupling while retaining higher vibration isolation than any previous model.\u003cbr\u003eThis new motor mounting technique (mounted from the bottom) has been taken directly from the ultimate Rega turntable, the Naiad.\u003cbr\u003eThis unique mounting method removes all stress on the motor body. The reduced vibration and more rigid mounting delivers superior drive from the new EBLT drive belts. Each motor is hand-tuned to match its own custom Neo power supply before fitting to the turntable to optimise the anti-vibration circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNEO PSU\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Neo PSU offers a smooth power supply, an advanced anti-vibration circuit and fine electronic speed adjustment. It uses the RP10 DSP (digital signal processing) generator built upon a high stability crystal.\u003cbr\u003eThe DSP generator will divide the accurate signal from the crystal to the exact frequency required to turn the platter at the selected speed. The DSP generator will also produce a near-perfect sinusoidal waveform to drive the motor. This, along with an efficient drive amplifier, generates a 24 V, AC balanced signal of less than 0.15% distortion, which is completely unaffected by any changes in the mains\/line voltage and conditions. 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Planar 8 was inspired by the ultimate Rega turntable, the 'Naiad'.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe decided early on that instead of an evolution of the previous RP8, the new Planar 8 was to be developed and engineered to encapsulate the essence of 'Naiad' at an affordable price. Our aim was to deliver a level of performance far beyond what has been achieved at this price point before.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note: The Planar 8 will now ship with new look NEO MK2 power supply as standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEngineering masterclass\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery aspect of the Planar 8 is engineered to extract as much detail from the vinyl surface as possible. We have used the most advanced materials and engineering solutions built around a supremely lightweight plinth to ensure the greatest level of performance. The Planar 8 is supplied with the new RB880 tonearm and Neo PSU as standard which offers electronic speed change, advanced anti-vibration control and user adjustable electronic fine speed adjustment to ensure total accuracy and control over the motor. The outer frame of the previous model has now been removed and a new stylish, removable, single piece dustcover has been introduced further reducing the overall mass of the turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUltra Lightweight Plinth\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 is the second Rega turntable constructed using our latest ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 polyurethane foam core (a material developed for the aerospace industry). This material is sandwiched between two layers of HPL (high-pressure laminate).\u003cbr\u003eHPL is exceptionally thin and extremely rigid. This new construction makes the new Planar 8 skeletal plinth 30% lighter than the original RP8 while offering increased rigidity over the previous model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDouble Brace Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA super lightweight plinth combined with a phenolic resin double brace mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing) forms a structurally sound \"stressed beam\" assembly. This rigid plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonances which will add unnatural distortions to the music.\u003cbr\u003eEqually, heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy such as motor or bearing noise directly into the rotating record. The use of braces instead of the complete skin allows double thickness phenolic resin in these key areas while providing further weight reduction to the plinth which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRB880 Tonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the new RB880 we have introduced an improved vertical bearing assembly constructed using an aluminium and stainless-steel, low mass assembly with vastly improved stability and rigidity.\u003cbr\u003eThis tonearm is using our advanced preloaded zero tolerance bearing assembly adjusted to less than 1000th of a mm, this gives friction-free movement and zero levels of unwanted play. This subtle but effective new structure is only visible via small windows at the rear of the new bias housing assembly (see image below).\u003cbr\u003eA thinner stainless steel balance weight is used, allowing greater adjustability and compatibility. Finally, the RB880 is terminated with a re-designed, low capacitance phono cable terminated with high quality, locking phono plugs to ensure the best possible connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEBLTDrive Belts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor three years Rega has been researching and developing with chemists the use of a bespoke new rubber compound for drive belts. Using a specialised curing system, the new drive belt offers superior consistency of modulus (a constant representing the degree to which a substance has a particular property, especially elasticity).\u003cbr\u003eThese new belts are manufactured on Rega designed, state of the art, super-accurate tools which produce 'perfectly round' and 'dimensionally accurate' belts, critical for perfect speed stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHub Bearing Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 uses a new low mass central bearing assembly. A single piece machined aluminium sub-platter and hardened tool steel spindle run inside a custom brass housing which is cleverly mounted within the chassis. This new mounting is designed to eradicate unwanted potential energy being transferred or stored in the plinth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuper Flywheel Effect Triple Layer Glass Platter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 uses a three-piece laminated glass platter which is the result of collaboration with a British glass engineering company. This brand new platter is constructed from two different high-quality Pilkington glasses.\u003cbr\u003eAs a general rule, the only part of a turntable that requires extra mass is the turntable platter in order to achieve constant rotational speed. However, a heavier platter creates more problems for the main bearing design so again an ideal compromise creates the best solution.\u003cbr\u003ePractically this means keeping as much of the mass to the outside rim of the glass platter to create more flywheel effect but keeping the inside of the platter as light as possible without sacrificing stiffness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e24 V Low Noise Motor Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 8 uses Rega's latest generation, 24 V, synchronous, low vibration motor technology. Uniquely mounted using the highest level of coupling while retaining higher vibration isolation than any previous model.\u003cbr\u003eThis new motor mounting technique (mounted from the bottom) has been taken directly from the ultimate Rega turntable, the Naiad.\u003cbr\u003eThis unique mounting method removes all stress on the motor body. The reduced vibration and more rigid mounting delivers superior drive from the new EBLT drive belts. Each motor is hand-tuned to match its own custom Neo power supply before fitting to the turntable to optimise the anti-vibration circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNEO PSU\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Neo PSU offers a smooth power supply, an advanced anti-vibration circuit and fine electronic speed adjustment. It uses the RP10 DSP (digital signal processing) generator built upon a high stability crystal.\u003cbr\u003eThe DSP generator will divide the accurate signal from the crystal to the exact frequency required to turn the platter at the selected speed. The DSP generator will also produce a near-perfect sinusoidal waveform to drive the motor. This, along with an efficient drive amplifier, generates a 24 V, AC balanced signal of less than 0.15% distortion, which is completely unaffected by any changes in the mains\/line voltage and conditions. This then drives the turntable's anti-vibration circuit, which is situated beneath the turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRB880 precision tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnia, Ania Pro, Apheta 3 factory fitted (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper flywheel effect triple layer glass platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble brace technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTancast 8 foam core plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom matched Neo psu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced EBLT drive belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty against manufacture defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSelectable Speed\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e33 1\/3 rpm, 45 rpm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePlanar 8 Turntable Dimensions (with dustcover fitted) (W x H x D)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e420 x 125 x 315 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNeo PSU Dimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e180 x 50 x 155 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTurntable Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e4.2 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNeo PSU Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.6 kg\u003c\/p\u003e"}