The Naiad philosophy, realised without compromise
Hero Introduction
The Rega Naia is Rega’s definitive analogue statement.
Derived directly from the experimental Naiad project, Naia exists to answer one question only: how little can a turntable add or take away from the music?
Nothing here is decorative. Every element is present because it improves timing, pitch stability and musical intent. Naia is not an evolution of a product line; it is the full expression of Rega’s beliefs.
At Authentic High End, Naia represents the point where the turntable ceases to be a variable and becomes a reference instrument.
Positioning
Naia sits:
and is the only production model that carries the complete DNA of the Naiad research programme.
Intended for: reference analogue systems where timing accuracy, pitch certainty and musical coherence are non-negotiable.
Design Principles (What Actually Matters)
Extreme Low Mass, Applied Intelligently
Naia uses an ultra-light skeletal plinth that removes all non-essential material. Rigidity is applied only where mechanically required, allowing vibrational energy to dissipate immediately rather than being stored and released later.
Result: cleaner transients, truer timing, greater musical certainty.
Ceramic Platter (Speed as a Foundation)
The ceramic platter is manufactured to extremely tight tolerances to ensure:
consistent rotational stability
minimal bearing load variation
exceptional pitch accuracy
This underpins Naia’s ability to reproduce sustained notes and harmonic relationships with absolute calm.
RB Titan Tonearm
Fitted as standard, the Rega RB Titan is Rega’s most advanced tonearm.
Key attributes:
Its role is simple: allow the cartridge to track the groove without energy loss or added resonance.
Dedicated Reference Power Supply
Naia includes a dedicated external reference PSU, developed from Rega’s highest-level motor control systems.
Benefits include:
ultra-precise electronic speed control
extremely low motor noise
stable 33⅓ / 45 rpm switching
Audibly, this translates into effortless flow and unforced dynamics.
Listening Experience (What You Hear)
The Rega Naia presents music with:
absolute timing certainty
rock-solid pitch stability
unrestricted dynamics
a sense of inevitability and flow
Rather than “more detail”, listeners notice more confidence in everything they hear. Performances feel intentional, grounded and emotionally direct.
Build & Ownership
Despite its radical appearance, Naia is engineered for long-term ownership:
This is a precision instrument built to be listened to — not managed.
System Integration
Naia is designed for the very finest analogue chains:
pairs naturally with reference MM or MC cartridges
benefits from the highest-quality phono stages and amplification
reveals the full capability of reference loudspeakers
At Authentic High End, Naia is demonstrated only in systems where every downstream component is worthy of its capability.
Why We Selected Naia at Authentic High End
We selected Naia because it embodies Rega’s philosophy in its purest form:
It is not a luxury object. It is a tool for musical truth.
Discover more...
The Naiad philosophy, realised without compromise
Hero Introduction
The Rega Naia is Rega’s definitive analogue statement.
Derived directly from the experimental Naiad project, Naia exists to answer one question only: how little can a turntable add or take away from the music?
Nothing here is decorative. Every element is present because it improves timing, pitch stability and musical intent. Naia is not an evolution of a product line; it is the full expression of Rega’s beliefs.
At Authentic High End, Naia represents the point where the turntable ceases to be a variable and becomes a reference instrument.
Positioning
Naia sits:
and is the only production model that carries the complete DNA of the Naiad research programme.
Intended for: reference analogue systems where timing accuracy, pitch certainty and musical coherence are non-negotiable.
Design Principles (What Actually Matters)
Extreme Low Mass, Applied Intelligently
Naia uses an ultra-light skeletal plinth that removes all non-essential material. Rigidity is applied only where mechanically required, allowing vibrational energy to dissipate immediately rather than being stored and released later.
Result: cleaner transients, truer timing, greater musical certainty.
Ceramic Platter (Speed as a Foundation)
The ceramic platter is manufactured to extremely tight tolerances to ensure:
consistent rotational stability
minimal bearing load variation
exceptional pitch accuracy
This underpins Naia’s ability to reproduce sustained notes and harmonic relationships with absolute calm.
RB Titan Tonearm
Fitted as standard, the Rega RB Titan is Rega’s most advanced tonearm.
Key attributes:
Its role is simple: allow the cartridge to track the groove without energy loss or added resonance.
Dedicated Reference Power Supply
Naia includes a dedicated external reference PSU, developed from Rega’s highest-level motor control systems.
Benefits include:
ultra-precise electronic speed control
extremely low motor noise
stable 33⅓ / 45 rpm switching
Audibly, this translates into effortless flow and unforced dynamics.
Listening Experience (What You Hear)
The Rega Naia presents music with:
absolute timing certainty
rock-solid pitch stability
unrestricted dynamics
a sense of inevitability and flow
Rather than “more detail”, listeners notice more confidence in everything they hear. Performances feel intentional, grounded and emotionally direct.
Build & Ownership
Despite its radical appearance, Naia is engineered for long-term ownership:
This is a precision instrument built to be listened to — not managed.
System Integration
Naia is designed for the very finest analogue chains:
pairs naturally with reference MM or MC cartridges
benefits from the highest-quality phono stages and amplification
reveals the full capability of reference loudspeakers
At Authentic High End, Naia is demonstrated only in systems where every downstream component is worthy of its capability.
Why We Selected Naia at Authentic High End
We selected Naia because it embodies Rega’s philosophy in its purest form:
It is not a luxury object. It is a tool for musical truth.
Discover more...
