Rega Planar 8 Turntable – Dynavector 10X5 / Ania Pro Cartridge [Phono Pre-Amp Needed]

The Rega Planar 8 is a precision belt-drive turntable featuring Rega's lightweight Tancast 8 foam-core plinth, RB880 precision tonearm and Neo power supply. This cartridge configuration is offered with a choice of Dynavector 10X5 or Rega Ania Pro, allowing the turntable to be matched to the preferred cartridge and phono-stage setup.

Key Features

• Rega Planar 8 precision belt-drive turntable.
• Choice of Dynavector 10X5 or Rega Ania Pro cartridge.
• Rega RB880 precision tonearm.
• Rega Neo PSU included.
• 24 V low-noise synchronous motor.
• Electronic 33⅓ and 45 RPM speed selection.
• Electronic fine speed adjustment.
• Tancast 8 lightweight foam-core plinth.
• Double-brace construction.
• 18 mm triple-layer float-glass platter.
• Reference EBLT drive belt.
• External phono pre-amplifier required.

Cartridge Options

This configuration can be supplied with either the Dynavector 10X5 or Rega Ania Pro. These are different cartridge designs and should be treated as separate configuration choices when selecting the product.

RB880 Precision Tonearm

The RB880 precision tonearm is designed to provide a rigid and accurately controlled platform for the selected cartridge. Its high-precision bearing system and low-resonance construction support accurate groove tracking and stable cartridge movement.

Tancast 8 Plinth & Double-Brace Construction

The Planar 8 uses an ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 foam-core plinth combined with high-pressure laminate skins. Rega's double-brace construction reinforces the critical area between the tonearm mounting and main bearing while keeping unnecessary mass to a minimum.

Triple-Layer Glass Platter

An 18 mm triple-layer float-glass platter provides a rigid and stable surface for the record. Its construction complements the Planar 8's lightweight design philosophy.

Neo PSU & Motor Control

The supplied Rega Neo PSU controls the Planar 8's 24 V low-noise synchronous motor. It provides electronic speed selection for 33⅓ and 45 RPM together with fine electronic speed adjustment.

Reference EBLT Drive Belt

The Reference EBLT drive belt transfers motor rotation to the platter and forms part of the Planar 8's precision belt-drive system.

Phono Pre-Amplifier Required

The Planar 8 does not include a built-in phono stage. Both cartridge options listed here are moving-coil designs. The Dynavector 10X5 is a high-output MC cartridge, while the Ania Pro is a low-output MC cartridge. A suitable phono stage must therefore be selected according to the cartridge configuration.

Finish Options

Dimensions & Weight

Included Configuration

• Rega Planar 8 Turntable
• Rega RB880 Precision Tonearm
• Rega Neo PSU
• 18 mm Triple-Layer Float-Glass Platter
• Reference EBLT Drive Belt
• Record Mat
• Dust Cover
• Selected Dynavector 10X5 or Rega Ania Pro Cartridge
• Phono Pre-Amplifier – Not Included