Rega's fifth-generation Planar 3 is the company's biggest redesign of the iconic 'Three' since the platform began, with a new RB330 tonearm and a 24V AC synchronous motor. Output is phono-level only — there is no built-in preamp and no PHONO/LINE switch, so the integrated low-capacitance phono cable with Neutrik plugs must connect to a moving-magnet phono stage or to the phono input on a receiver. The cable is bonded to the plinth (it is not user-replaceable) and a separate ground wire is supplied for the connection to the phono stage. The Planar 3 is also compatible with Rega's optional Neo PSU upgrade for electronic speed change.
Rega’s 5th-gen audiophile turntable with phono-level RCA output, RB330 tonearm, and Neo PSU compatibility — no built-in preamp.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Rega
- Release Year
- 2016
- Model Number
- Planar 3 (2016 redesign)
- Category
- Turntable
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCA Stereo Audio | 1 | — | — | Phono Out (rear, captive cable with Neutrik plugs) | Phono-level (MM) output — connect to phono input on amplifier or external phono preamp |
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Notes & Compatibility
Phono-level only (no built-in preamp, no PHONO/LINE switch). Integrated low-capacitance phono cable with Neutrik RCA plugs is bonded to the plinth and not user-replaceable. Separate ground wire is supplied for connection to a phono stage; there is no dedicated ground screw post on the turntable itself. Powered by an external 24V AC wall-wart through a proprietary barrel input (not listed in the port table). The Mini-DIN socket for the optional Rega Neo PSU upgrade is proprietary and isn’t listed either.
Common questions
How many ports does the Rega Planar 3 (2016) have?
The Rega Planar 3 (2016) has 1 port: 1 × RCA Stereo Audio.
Does the Rega Planar 3 (2016) have HDMI?
No. The Rega Planar 3 (2016) has no HDMI port. No video-capable port is recorded for this device.
Does the Rega Planar 3 (2016) have a headphone jack?
No. The Rega Planar 3 (2016) has no 3.5 mm headphone jack. Its audio connections are 1 × RCA Stereo Audio.
