Rega
Pure analogue thinking. No nonsense. Just music..
Why Rega Matters to Authentic High End
Rega occupies a very special place at Authentic High End.
Not because Rega chases luxury, prestige or technical extravagance — but because the brand has remained radically honest for decades. Rega builds products with a single objective: to reproduce music as directly and convincingly as possible, without unnecessary complexity.
That philosophy resonates deeply with us. In a world where audio often becomes about features, displays and marketing narratives, Rega stays focused on engineering fundamentals and musical truth.
Roy Gandy: A Founder with a Clear Vision
At the heart of Rega stands Roy Gandy, one of the most outspoken and principled figures in the audio industry.
Roy Gandy has consistently challenged:
excessive mass and overdamping
unnecessary digital processing
feature-driven design that compromises sound
His belief is simple and uncompromising:
simplicity, rigidity and correct engineering matter more than complexity.
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At Authentic High End, we admire this attitude enormously. Rega does not follow trends. It questions them — and often proves them wrong.
Made in England, Built with Integrity
Rega designs and manufactures its products in the UK, maintaining tight control over:
materials
tolerances
assembly
quality assurance
This vertical integration allows Rega to innovate quickly while keeping costs under control — resulting in products that deliver exceptional musical value, often far beyond their price point.
Rega is proof that serious audio engineering does not need to be elitist or inaccessible.
The Beauty of a Full Analogue Rega System
One of the reasons we love Rega at Authentic High End is its ability to form a complete, coherent analogue system.
A typical Rega setup might include:
a Rega Planar turntable as the musical foundation
a Rega amplifier with ample current and drive
carefully matched loudspeakers
No apps. No screens. No unnecessary processing.
Just vinyl, amplification and loudspeakers working together in perfect balance.
For many listeners, this represents audio in its purest and most enjoyable form.
Explore Rega by Product Category
Our Rega brand page supports a clear structure that reflects how Rega products are meant to be used — together.
Rega Turntables
From the iconic Planar series to reference-level designs, Rega turntables focus on low mass, high rigidity and precise bearings. The result is timing, rhythm and musical drive that feel natural and alive.
→ Explore Rega Planar Turntables
Rega Amplifiers
Rega amplifiers are deliberately simple, but far from basic. They deliver real current, excellent timing and musical authority — making them ideal partners for analogue sources.
→ Explore Rega Amplifiers
How Rega Complements Linn and Luxman at Authentic
Rega plays a unique role within our portfolio.
Linn excels in system-based, digital and upgrade-driven ecosystems
Luxman embodies refinement, craftsmanship and reference-level electronics
Rega strips audio back to essentials and proves how much music you can get with honest engineering
For many clients, Rega is either:
the starting point of a lifelong analogue journey, or
a deliberate choice after years of complexity, returning to simplicity and musical joy
Why Customers Choose Rega at Authentic High End
Our clients choose Rega because:
they value music over features
they want equipment that simply works
they appreciate engineering honesty
they enjoy vinyl as a tactile, focused experience
Rega systems are easy to live with, easy to understand, and hard to outgrow musically.
Brand Summary
Brand: Rega
Origin: United Kingdom
Founder: Roy Gandy
Core philosophy: Simplicity, rigidity, listening-led engineering
Specialty: Turntables and analogue amplification
Manufacturing: Designed and built in England
System approach: Full analogue systems with minimal complexity
Curated by: Authentic High End, Brussels, Belgium
Ideal for: Music lovers seeking purity, honesty and long-term enjoyment
Contact Us
Questions, inspiration, or a personal demo?
Let’s start the conversation.
📧 Steve at steve@authentic.brussels
📞 Mary-Ann at +32 497 44 10 16
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