Pure vinyl playback, stripped to what truly matters
Planar 1 Product Introduction
The Rega Planar 1 is Rega’s most direct expression of its analogue philosophy:
remove everything that does not serve the music.
Designed to be simple, reliable and musically honest, the Planar 1 is the ideal entry point into serious vinyl playback. It offers the unmistakable Rega qualities — timing, coherence and flow — without complexity or adjustment rituals.
The Planar 1 Plus builds on the same platform but adds an integrated moving-magnet phono stage, making it possible to connect directly to any line-level input on an amplifier or active speaker system.
At Authentic High End, these models are often chosen by listeners who want to enjoy vinyl without turning audio into a technical hobby.
Positioning Within Rega
The Planar 1 models sit at the foundation of Rega’s turntable range.
They are designed for:
first serious vinyl systems
compact analogue or lifestyle setups
listeners who value music over tweaking
Despite their accessible positioning, they are built with the same engineering discipline that defines Rega’s reference turntables.
Design Philosophy: Less Mass, More Music
True to Rega tradition, the Planar 1 avoids unnecessary weight, damping or mechanical complication.
Key principles include:
a lightweight, rigid plinth to minimise energy storage
a precision main bearing for stable rotation
a carefully controlled motor system
a Rega tonearm designed as part of the whole
The aim is not to impress visually, but to let the stylus follow the groove with clarity and rhythmic accuracy.
Tonearm & Mechanical Integrity
Both Planar 1 and Planar 1 Plus are fitted with a Rega tonearm, designed and manufactured in-house.
This guarantees:
By designing tonearm and turntable as a single mechanical system, Rega ensures consistent performance straight out of the box.
Planar 1 vs Planar 1 Plus
The difference between the two models is purely functional:
Sonically, both models share the same musical character and mechanical foundation.
Listening Experience
The Rega Planar 1 sounds:
Rather than dissecting recordings, it presents music as a natural, flowing performance, encouraging long listening sessions and full album playback.
Build Quality & Longevity
Despite its simplicity, the Planar 1 is built for long-term ownership:
It is designed to be used daily, not delicately managed.
System Integration
The Planar 1 integrates easily into many systems:
perfect match with Rega integrated amplifiers
ideal partner for compact passive or active speaker setups
suitable for analogue-focused systems with minimal components
At Authentic High End, we often recommend the Planar 1 as the musical anchor of a simple but deeply satisfying analogue system.
Why We Selected the Planar 1 at Authentic High End
We selected the Planar 1 because it proves a crucial point:
great vinyl sound does not require complexity.
It delivers:
musical integrity
ease of use
long-term enjoyment
For many listeners, it becomes not just a first turntable — but one they happily live with for years.
Discover more...
Pure vinyl playback, stripped to what truly matters
Planar 1 Product Introduction
The Rega Planar 1 is Rega’s most direct expression of its analogue philosophy:
remove everything that does not serve the music.
Designed to be simple, reliable and musically honest, the Planar 1 is the ideal entry point into serious vinyl playback. It offers the unmistakable Rega qualities — timing, coherence and flow — without complexity or adjustment rituals.
The Planar 1 Plus builds on the same platform but adds an integrated moving-magnet phono stage, making it possible to connect directly to any line-level input on an amplifier or active speaker system.
At Authentic High End, these models are often chosen by listeners who want to enjoy vinyl without turning audio into a technical hobby.
Positioning Within Rega
The Planar 1 models sit at the foundation of Rega’s turntable range.
They are designed for:
first serious vinyl systems
compact analogue or lifestyle setups
listeners who value music over tweaking
Despite their accessible positioning, they are built with the same engineering discipline that defines Rega’s reference turntables.
Design Philosophy: Less Mass, More Music
True to Rega tradition, the Planar 1 avoids unnecessary weight, damping or mechanical complication.
Key principles include:
a lightweight, rigid plinth to minimise energy storage
a precision main bearing for stable rotation
a carefully controlled motor system
a Rega tonearm designed as part of the whole
The aim is not to impress visually, but to let the stylus follow the groove with clarity and rhythmic accuracy.
Tonearm & Mechanical Integrity
Both Planar 1 and Planar 1 Plus are fitted with a Rega tonearm, designed and manufactured in-house.
This guarantees:
By designing tonearm and turntable as a single mechanical system, Rega ensures consistent performance straight out of the box.
Planar 1 vs Planar 1 Plus
The difference between the two models is purely functional:
Sonically, both models share the same musical character and mechanical foundation.
Listening Experience
The Rega Planar 1 sounds:
Rather than dissecting recordings, it presents music as a natural, flowing performance, encouraging long listening sessions and full album playback.
Build Quality & Longevity
Despite its simplicity, the Planar 1 is built for long-term ownership:
It is designed to be used daily, not delicately managed.
System Integration
The Planar 1 integrates easily into many systems:
perfect match with Rega integrated amplifiers
ideal partner for compact passive or active speaker setups
suitable for analogue-focused systems with minimal components
At Authentic High End, we often recommend the Planar 1 as the musical anchor of a simple but deeply satisfying analogue system.
Why We Selected the Planar 1 at Authentic High End
We selected the Planar 1 because it proves a crucial point:
great vinyl sound does not require complexity.
It delivers:
musical integrity
ease of use
long-term enjoyment
For many listeners, it becomes not just a first turntable — but one they happily live with for years.
Discover more...
