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  1. S

    Incognito Rewire Kit question

    Hi everybody. I bought an Incognito Rewire Kit for Rega some time ago, and now I will install it on my Rega Planar 3. But I noticed that the thin wires that go to the cartridge don't have the metallic connectors. So where can I find a good quality of this pieces that will fit the Incognito...
  2. M

    Rega FONO mm mk5 mods

    I am curious if anyone has modified this phono pre-amplifier. Specifically op amp, or capacitors? if you have, I’d love to hear about it
  3. G

    Vintage Rega Planar 2

    Hi there - new to this wonderful world of vinyl and learning a lot as I go. This just popped up on my local buy n sell and I’m wondering if it’s worth pursuing for $300. I can’t tell what’s original or what’s been replaced through the years, things to look out for, common issues, etc. Hoping...
  4. R

    Buying secondhand Rega P2

    Found one of these secondhand for 170,- without a needle. Has a cartridge. Good deal or not? https://www.hifix.co.uk/rega-p2-turntable-black
  5. J

    Old Rega Elicit vs new Brio

    Dear all, I'm looking for an integrated amp (to pair with new Rega Planar 3 Exact), and in my budget range I can choose between a new Rega Brio for around 700 euros, or there is someone living near me selling an older Rega Elicit for around the same price (incl. MM preamp) and that is claimed...
  6. RockyRaccoon

    Noob in need of help

    Hey! So I’m new into this world and I was looking into buying a TT, my first option was the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo, but after reading so much negative opinions about it in this place (I still having read a solid opinion on why is a bad TT) I decided to look at other options. To put into...
  7. G

    Advice for Lehman power supply upgrade… or not

    So I have an original Lehmann Black Cube (from early 2,000’s) with standard wall wart peer supply. I have 2 Rega TT’s, an older 3 with Goldring 1042 MM & new P6 with an Ania MC. The P3 w1042 plays quiet but I’m getting a 60 hz hum through the P6 Ania (yes I am adjusting the dips for MC). I...
  8. J

    Is the preamp in Sony TA-F555ES any good?

    I use Sony TA-F555ES amp, which I think was once a very good amp, and which I love myself as well. It's time to send it in for some revisions (the wheel to choose between A or B speakers needs to be checked), but there is another issue that I'm not sure I should have the guy look at: the phono...
  9. sae-7125

    rega mira: were they all this bad

    speaking from a longevity and manufacturing quality point of view, or lack there of. owner complained of intermittent operation and eventually dropping out. not to mention the missing rca jack negative/ground. single sided for soldering, mostly, even though traces on both sides of the pcb...
  10. T

    Recommended receiver with Rega p3?

    Hey all, I recently acquired a new model Rega p3 with elys cart. Currently I have a 70's pioneer sx535, good receiver, but i think might be holding the power of the TT back a bit? Anyone have recommendations for receivers that go well with regas?
  11. T

    Question about Rega Power Supply

    Hello, Im thinking of purchasing a new planar 3, however the seller said that the original power supply that came with never worked. Instead he is providing a Swagmanlab audiophile linear PSU, like the one below: http://www.swagmanlab.com/Product_All?product_id=664 My question will this matter...
  12. E

    Rega RP6 has one noisy channel

    Hello all, I have an RP6 with an RB303 arm and Neo PSU. I'm getting a lot of noise in the right channel only, through my tube amp. I have traced the noise to the right channel of the table. No change in the noise if I unplug the power supply, no change in noise if I try to touch a ground wire...
  13. T

    Rega Planar 3 - advice?

    Hey friends - I have recently come across a vintage Rega Planar 3 with rb300 tonearm for $500. Does not include cartridge which im fine with as i have an ortofon blue. Would you guys say this is a good/fair deal?
  14. H

    New Initial Setup - Speaker Question

    Hey everyone, new user here. I’ve been lurking and reading for a bit and I’m finally taking an initial leap into a set-up, but trying to do it on a budget. So, my medium term goal here is the following: - Fluance record player (have it) - Tube Amp - Streamer (I’ve got my eye on the new Node) -...
  15. T

    Next logical upgrade?

    Hey guys, just wanted to get some opinions here, any input would be greatly appreciated. My current set up is a pioneer sx-535 receiver, pioneer cs-500g speakers, and technics sl-3200. Where should I go from here for the biggest jump to upgrade sound? I feel like the synergy in my set up is...
  16. C

    Newbie

    Morning all long time reader, and although a member of a couple of other forums, not joined AK until now. Thought it was about time! Am retired and just getting back into hifi after quite a few years where I seemed to just ‘make do’ with kit. have always had a TT but have to say not using it...
  17. Usky

    Rega RP1 replacement belt in Canada?

    I bought my Rega RP1 used in 2013 and it's now running a little slow at 32.xx rpm (and the belt seems overly slack). I thought it would be easy to order an standard black belt through Amazon.ca or eBay, but I'm not finding a ton of authentic belts available. Is $33.40 CDN a fair price? Has...
  18. J A

    Rega RP1 upgrade or replace

    I got an RP1 maybe a month ago to replace an old Kenwood (Kd-5070) and I'm contemplating the next move. I see there are tons of upgrades you can do to this baseline Rega but I'm really wondering if I wouldn't be better off trying to sell or trade both of these and rolling that into an RP3 or a...
  19. Jeff Egg

    eBay Rega plinth, any thoughts?

    Has anyone tried one of these. I'm cautiously considering one.
  20. MetalDaze

    Rega P3 (2016) w/ Exact - Mono Playback Question

    My current vinyl set up is: Rega P3 (2016) with an Exact cartridge. Cork slip mat used with big ben weight. Otherwise the deck is stock. Run into a Rega Fono MM MKII. Pre Amp: Parasound P5 Amp: Parasound A21+ (Currently connected) Speakers: Ohm i ; Rythmik L12 Subwoofer The only weakness...
  21. D

    Rega planet MK1 needs a little TLC

    I have a Rega Planet which developed the well known track skipping problem. I decided to open it up to clean the Lens and tracks for the optical head. On opening, one of the wires to the lid sensor broke, I took the sensor off to make re-soldering easier. There the job was left till after work...
  22. T

    Help with my JBLs

    Good afternoon, I’m a newer user and have been building this system for less than a year. My knowledge and experience with audio systems is limited. All of these pieces have been bought secondhand in attempt to put together something decent and budget friendly. The system: -Rega Planar 6 TT...
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    Rega Elex-R Real Life Experiences - Powering up takes time?

    Dear team "British", first of all: All the best for 2021 and keep healthy! To start my personal year 2021 in a good way, I just acquired a couple of days ago again yet another Rega Elex-R, after I made the mistake and gave my previous version away, different story & mistake ;-) As expected I...
  24. reverend13

    Rega RP1 Upgrade?

    Hi all --- I have a Rega RP1 with "performance pack" that I've used the last 7 years. I notice they've discontinued the model, and finding parts can be challenging. It's been an ok table...I bought a Pro-Ject DC Carbon as a backup table but with the upgrades I've made on that (belt, acrylic...
  25. Allan Castle

    Vintage H/K: upgrades and alternatives?

    I'm considering upgrading some of my gear which I guess like most people's is a little variable in quality. I play only vinyl, with my current rig being: Turntable: Rega P1 with stock Rega Carbon cartridge; I know, I know... Amplifier: Harman/Kardon hk 450 ... circa 1978; this is my only...
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