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
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | 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 |
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 adapter — proprietary AC barrel input omitted (not in approved connector database, flagged for manual review). Mini-DIN connector for the optional Rega Neo PSU upgrade omitted (proprietary, not in approved connector database).
