{"product_id":"rega-planar-6-rs-special-edition-turntable-nd9-cartridge-brushed-aluminum","title":"Rega Planar 6 RS Special Edition Turntable - ND9 Cartridge - Brushed Aluminum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRB880 tonearm with custom stainless balance weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNd9 Reference MM factory fitted as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC twin drive motor pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTancast 8 foam core plinth with HP laminate and metal skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual layer float glass Opti-white clear platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom matched Neo MK2 turntable power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin Reference EBLT drive belts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 V synchronous low noise precision motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble Brace Technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoked dustcover supplied as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eClassic Styling, Serious Performer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Planar 6 RS Edition is constructed using a unique Tancast 8 foam core plinth finished with an aluminium metal skin HP laminate with matching edging. This assembly creates a highly rigid ultra-light platform, ideal for mounting advanced components while reducing resonance. Like the standard Planar 6, the RS Edition includes a custom matched Neo MK2 PSU and a hand-tuned low noise 24 V motor which drives the aluminium sub platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, this is now driven via an upgraded CNC twin drive pulley and two Rega Reference EBLT drive belts for improved accuracy and speed control. To complete the package, the precision RB880 tonearm (typically found on the Planar 8) is supplied mounted with the highly acclaimed Nd9 moving magnet cartridge, completing the ultimate Planar 6 package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eUltra Lightweight Plinth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRega has pioneered the use of lightweight, rigid plinths over many years. The ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 foam core with a highly-rigid phenolic resin skin (HPL) forms the foundation of the standard Planar 6 and upper-tier skeletal range. The Planar 6 RS Edition uses the same premium HPL combined with a brushed aluminium metal skin with matching edging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eRB880 Precision Tonearm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned using the latest 3D CAD technology, the RB880 is the result of nearly 40 years of tonearm design experience. This tonearm features an aluminium vertical bearing housing, along with a redesigned sleeve and vertical bearing shaft, both manufactured from stainless steel to improve mounting stability and overall rigidity. The advanced tonearm tube uses intelligent redistribution of mass to minimize resonance points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exceptional stability achieved, combined with near friction-free movement from high-precision hand-matched bearing assemblies, allows for greater detail retrieval from vinyl. It is also fitted with low capacitance phono cables made by Rega and terminated with high-specification phono plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003e24V AC Synchronous Motor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 24 V low noise synchronous precision motor and PCB assembly are fitted with a custom CNC-machined aluminium twin drive pulley. Each motor is hand tuned to the Neo MK2 PSU to minimize vibration and ensure precise speed accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eNd9 Reference Moving Magnet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Nd9 cartridge is meticulously hand-made by skilled technicians. It features an advanced fine line nude diamond profile bonded to a boron rod cantilever for maximum detail retrieval. The monocrystalline diamond has an exceptionally small radius, allowing it to respond instantly to minute variations in the vinyl surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design results in exceptional levels of detail and accuracy, aided by a newly developed generator geometry with perfect symmetry to achieve highly accurate channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eDouble Brace Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Planar 6 RS Edition plinth is reinforced using a double brace system positioned between the tonearm mount and the main hub bearing. This creates a structurally sound “stressed beam” assembly, enhancing rigidity where it is most needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis design minimizes energy absorption and unwanted resonance that can distort sound. By avoiding excessive mass and instead reinforcing key areas, the design reduces the transmission of unwanted energy such as motor or bearing noise into the record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eNeo MK2 Turntable Power Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Neo MK2 PSU is an advanced turntable power supply offering user-controlled fine speed adjustment, an anti-vibration motor circuit, and electronic speed change convenience. It significantly reduces motor noise while improving speed stability and rotational accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44517912281172,"sku":"REGA:PLANAR6-RS-ND9-ALU","price":3195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/PL6_RS_9614_offsidelidopen.jpg?v=1774275344","url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/products\/rega-planar-6-rs-special-edition-turntable-nd9-cartridge-brushed-aluminum","provider":"Audio Advice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}