Rega Planar 6 Turntable

$3,000.00

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Colour: Matte Polaris Grey

Matte Polaris Grey

Matte White

Cartridge: No cartridge

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Ania Pro MC

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The Planar 6 is constructed around a unique ultra-light foam core plinth and HPL laminates. It is designed to deliver a level of performance beyond anything at this price. The Planar 6 features the RB330 tonearm and a dual-layer float glass platter. The supplied Neo turntable power supply provides convenient speed selection, advanced anti-vibration control, and electronic fine speed adjustment.

The Planar 6 comes with new look NEO MK2 power supply as standard.

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Specifications

Tonearm: Hand assembled RB330 precision tonearm
Motor: 24 V low noise motor
Connectivity: RCA - Phono
Power: Via Mini DIN from Neo PSU
Dimensions (lid closed): 447 x 120 x 360 mm
Turntable Weight:5.2Kg
Neo Mk2 PSU: 24 V AC protected by resettable fuse
Power Consumption: 7.2 W
Voltage: 24 V AC
Wall Power supply: Rega PS1 only
Speed control step size: 0.01 RPM
Neo PSU Dimensions: 180 x 155 x 50 mm

A wonderfully refined, articulate and precise turntable

What HiFi

Ultra-Light

The Planar 6 is built around the huge success of the RP8 and RP10 turntables. It is the first new Rega turntable to be constructed with an ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 polyurethane foam core plinth (a material developed for the aerospace industry). This material is sandwiched between a new HPL (high pressure laminate). HPL is exceptionally thin whilst extremely rigid and is presented in a stunning Polaris matt grey finished with high gloss polymer black edge trim.

The Planar 6 now benefits from a single piece, machined aluminium sub-platter, a new 24 V motor hand tuned and matched to its own Neo power supply and custom drive pulley fitted with our upgrade drive belt as standard.

RB330 tonearm

The RB330 tonearm was designed using the latest 3D CAD & CAM technology, and is the culmination of more than 35 years of tonearm design experience. Featuring a brand new bearing housing, and our latest tonearm tube designed using intelligent redistribution of mass ensure this arm will exhibit fewer points of possible resonance. Extreme stability with almost friction free movement from the new high precision bearing assemblies guarantees to gather more information from your vinyl than ever before.

Plinth

Super lightweight foam core plinth. Plinth laminate: New Polaris HPL (high pressure laminate). Non-marking matt finish scratch resistant high rigidity skin. Available in one finish ‘Polaris Grey’ matt finish with high gloss black polymer edge trim.

Double Brace Technology

Rega’s double brace technology, with integral custom matched aluminium tonearm and hub pillars to ensure maximum rigidity and accuracy.

Who is this for?

The Planar 6 is for the serious vinyl listener who wants to hear the music and as little of the turntable as possible. Built around an aerospace-grade Tancast 8 foam core plinth — the same material used in Rega's more expensive models — it represents a genuine philosophical shift from the Planar 3: lighter, stiffer, quieter, and more revealing.

This suits a system built around a quality phono stage, a capable integrated amplifier, and speakers that will actually show the difference. The Neo power supply is included as standard, bringing electronic speed switching and fine RPM adjustment — a rarity in Rega's range. Pair it with a moving coil cartridge such as the Ania Pro for a source that will challenge components costing considerably more.

A multiple Award-winner and one of the most respected turntables at its price in the world. Once you've heard it properly set up, the upgrade case makes itself.

What is the Rega Planar 6 Turntable designed to do?

The Rega Planar 6 is a high-performance belt-drive turntable designed to deliver exceptional detail, timing, and musical transparency. It sits in the upper-mid tier of Rega’s range and is built using lightweight, high-rigidity materials derived from Rega’s flagship design philosophy.

What makes the Rega Planar 6 different from lower models?

The Planar 6 uses a Tancast 8 foam core plinth with a high-pressure laminate (HPL) surface, creating an extremely rigid yet very lightweight structure. This reduces unwanted resonance and allows the cartridge to retrieve more musical detail.

What tonearm does the Planar 6 use?

It is fitted with the RB330 tonearm, which offers very low friction bearings, improved rigidity, and excellent tracking stability for high-resolution vinyl playback.

Does the Rega Planar 6 include a cartridge?

It can be purchased with or without a cartridge. Common factory-fitted options include Rega MC cartridges such as the Ania or Ania Pro, depending on configuration.

What power supply does the Planar 6 use?

It uses the Neo TT-PSU, which provides electronic speed switching, fine speed adjustment, and improved motor stability with reduced vibration.

Is the Planar 6 a belt-drive or direct-drive turntable?

It is a belt-drive turntable, using a precision low-stretch belt system for stable, low-noise rotational performance.

What type of platter does the Planar 6 use?

It uses a laminated float glass platter, chosen for its consistent mass and stable rotational characteristics.

What type of sound does the Rega Planar 6 produce?

The Planar 6 delivers a fast, detailed, and highly engaging sound, with strong timing, excellent imaging, and a low noise floor. It is known for its clarity and musical flow.

How does the Planar 6 compare to the Planar 3?

The Planar 6 offers significantly higher performance, with a more advanced plinth, superior tonearm (RB330 vs RB220), better isolation, and a higher overall level of detail and refinement.

How does the Planar 6 compare to the Planar 8?

The Planar 8 sits above the Planar 6 and uses an even lighter skeletal plinth, RB880 tonearm, and more advanced construction for greater transparency and resolution.

What type of music does the Planar 6 excel with?

It performs well across all genres, particularly acoustic, jazz, classical, and well-recorded rock, where timing and detail are important.

What type of system is the Planar 6 designed for?

It is designed for mid-to-high-end hi-fi systems, typically paired with quality phono stages such as the Rega Fono MC Mk4 or similar external phono preamps.

Is the Planar 6 sensitive to setup?

Yes. Like most high-performance turntables, it benefits from careful cartridge alignment, correct tracking force, and stable support.

Can the Planar 6 be upgraded?

Yes. Performance can be improved through cartridge upgrades, better phono stages, and system matching, allowing it to scale well within a high-quality setup.

What makes the Planar 6 plinth design important?

Its ultra-light construction is designed to minimise energy storage, allowing more musical information to be retrieved with less distortion from resonance.