What's your latest purchase?

[allenh]

This.

 

What does the performance pack add to the RP1? Better tonearm?

 

TBH next to cock all from what I can gather. But that aside there are an enormous amount of upgrades for the basic Rega table.

 

You can if the mood and the depth of your wallet allows replace everything until you are left with the power switch and the main bearing locking nut from the original, and if you really feel the need you can replace those just for the fun of it.

[Guest]

TBH next to cock all from what I can gather. But that aside there are an enormous amount of upgrades for the basic Rega table.

 

You can if the mood and the depth of your wallet allows replace everything until you are left with the power switch and the main bearing locking nut from the original, and if you really feel the need you can replace those just for the fun of it.

 

That's a large price increase for nothing. I've read the Rega are pretty upgradable. Maybe I should go with an RP1 over a Debut Carbon- or save more for the VPI Scout Jr., since it is reallu upgradable too.

[allenh]

There is nothing more upgradeable than a Rega. There is nothing you can't replace and for most things there will be more than one option of upgrade part from different people, arms, modified Rega arms, modified arm parts, platters, sub platters, plinths, main bearing bearings, main bearing shafts, main bearing sleeves, motors, pulleys, belts, speed control electronics, etc. etc. etc. The list is almost endless.

 

I can't think of another turntable where there are that many off the shelf upgrade parts and that many companies offering those parts, the list is truly staggering.

 

And if I had to choose between the Project and the Rega I'd go Rega every time but given free reign I wouldn't buy any non suspended sub chassis turntable.

[Guest]

There is nothing more upgradeable than a Rega. There is nothing you can't replace and for most things there will be more than one option of upgrade part from different people, arms, modified Rega arms, modified arm parts, platters, sub platters, plinths, main bearing bearings, main bearing shafts, main bearing sleeves, motors, pulleys, belts, speed control electronics, etc. etc. etc. The list is almost endless.

 

I can't think of another turntable where there are that many off the shelf upgrade parts and that many companies offering those parts, the list is truly staggering.

 

And if I had to choose between the Project and the Rega I'd go Rega every time but given free reign I wouldn't buy any non suspended sub chassis turntable.

 

Interesting, might go with a RP1 instead of a Debut Carbon then. I like the option to upgrade components, rather than buying an entirely new table down the line.

[allenh]

Interesting, might go with a RP1 instead of a Debut Carbon then. I like the option to upgrade components, rather than buying an entirely new table down the line.

 

Search Rega on ebay UK and other European countries

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TALK-ELECTRONICS-18mm-Frosted-Acrylic-Platter-For-REGA-TURNTABLES-/181799476769?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2a5417de21

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rega-turntable-sub-platter-damping-kit-/151768012689?hash=item2356141791

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TANGOSPINNER-Metal-Subplatter-MEDEROS-model-For-mdf-Rega-platters-/201388954102?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2ee3b791f6

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SRM-TECH-10mm-ACRYLIC-PLATTER-FOR-REGA-TURNTABLES-INC-PLATTER-DAMPING-RING-/331615498626?hash=item4d35d2f182

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rega-3-Build-Your-Own-Plinth-Professional-CAD-Plans-/271936631372?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3f50afb24c

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/THE-QUEST-PLINTH-UPGRADE-FOR-ALL-REGA-TURNTABLES-HI-FI-WORLD-5-/291530222119?hash=item43e08e2a27

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nimak-Plinth-Upgrade-For-REGA-RP3-RP6-TURNTABLES-natural-Oak-Platter-/121707134855?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c564f7f87

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ISOkinetik-ISObear-Ruby-bearing-for-Rega-turntables-ISOlube-Silicone-belt-/181417841089?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2a3d5891c1

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Michell-Tecnoweight-Rega-Counterweight-Upgrade-/390918515732?hash=item5b048f2c14

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TANGOSPINNER-Upgrade-kit-CANARO-model-For-Rega-turntables-/191652677993?hash=item2c9f63c969

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rega-24v-High-Performance-Motor-Upgrade-Kit-/291174620248?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43cb5c1c58

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Edwards-Audio-TT-AH-Aluminium-Upgrade-Subplatter-for-Rega-/391185233016?hash=item5b1474f478

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/High-Performance-Silicone-Nitride-Bearing-Upgrade-For-Rega-Turntables-And-Clones-/251967115684?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3aaa6911a4

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SOUND-IMPROVEMENTS-PEEK-CERAMIC-BEARING-UPGRADE-FOR-REGA-TURNTABLES-/321821712537?hash=item4aee11a099

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-x-Upgrade-Silicon-Red-Brown-Round-Motor-Suspension-Belts-for-Rega-Planar-2-3-/301245213223?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item46239d2a27

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Edwards-Audio-Little-Belter-upgraded-blue-turntable-drive-belt-fits-Rega-DECO-/321686647669?hash=item4ae604b375

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rega-Motor-Stand-Alone-Motor-Upgrade-Motor-System-For-all-Rega-Models-/271936631939?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3f50afb483

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-QUEST-ADVANCE-UPGRADES-FOR-ALL-REGA-TURNTABLES-HI-FI-WORLD-5-/291530164643?hash=item43e08d49a3

 

Enjoy

[Guest]

Thanks Allen.

[kannibal]

Only thing is, if you are going to upgrade, at least start with a better foundation. Like the Carbon, the RP1 is not worth upgrading IMHO. For Rega, start with at least an RP3 if you are going to invest in upgrades.

[mesi]

Only thing is, if you are going to upgrade, at least start with a better foundation. Like the Carbon, the RP1 is not worth upgrading IMHO. For Rega, start with at least an RP3 if you are going to invest in upgrades.

This is what I was going to say. You can spend a ton of cash to upgrade the RP1, but in the end it still is a RP1. And you will probably have spent as much as you would have with a Scout Jr. with just a few minor upgrades.

If I were you and could swing the money for the Scout Jr., I would not bother with trying to upgrade a RP1.

[Guest]

This is what I was going to say. You can spend a ton of cash to upgrade the RP1, but in the end it still is a RP1. And you will probably have spent as much as you would have with a Scout Jr. with just a few minor upgrades.

If I were you and could swing the money for the Scout Jr., I would not bother with trying to upgrade a RP1.

 

I'm not in a huge rush for a new table, so might do this. I've been eyeing the Scout Jr.'s, and really like the look and reviews on it. There is also a dealer here in town, so I can actually listen to it before buying.

[mesi]

I'm not in a huge rush for a new table, so might do this. I've been eyeing the Scout Jr.'s, and really like the look and reviews on it. There is also a dealer here in town, so I can actually listen to it before buying.

If you are not in a rush you can always be on the lookout for a B stock Scout, sometimes these can be found on musicdirect.com or soundstagedirect.com.

[Guest]

If you are not in a rush you can always be on the lookout for a B stock Scout, sometimes these can be found on musicdirect.com or soundstagedirect.com.

 

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll certainly keep an eye on them, even if it's just to save a few bunch I can toss toward the blue stylus.

[allenh]

The point with all Rega tables is they are fundamentally the same design so any one of them can be taken to extremes as far as upgrades go, I agree an RP1 isn't good value for money new so if I were doing it I'd be looking at a 2nd hand RP3 becasue you do get a better basis to start from but turning an RP1 into and RP3 is just a matter of parts swapping as it is with any Rega table.

 

Obviously price has a huge bearing and they are so common over here I don't understand why anyone would bother with any of the lower Projects over here and they don't tend to hold their value as well as the Rega's here but then with the wealth of world beating tables that have been and are made here the choice is staggering 2nd hand so pretty much a new anything is pointless on a cost for cost basis.

 

On a slightly different note I'm surprised I don't hear any love for Sota tables that side of the water, I think if I was in the US and looking at domestic product that's where my money would go.

[Crabwalker]

the rp1 is an awesome table for entry into hifi. You can find them used for a decent price.

The best part is that it's plug and play pretty much.

That said, I agree. If you are going to make this a table for a long time or want to upgrade, you'd be better off going further up the rega line.

As far as amps/pres. I went with a crown power amp. It was like $200 and is a great, great value. I spent more on the pre and got a vintage audio research pre. I still use that today.

[Guest]

On a slightly different note I'm surprised I don't hear any love for Sota tables that side of the water, I think if I was in the US and looking at domestic product that's where my money would go.

 

I've never heard of Sota, but I'll look into them. I'm going to wait 2-3 months before the purchase, so should give me a ton of time for research. Sorry to go slightly off topic in here, and thanks for the help everyone.

[allenh]

I'm not sure how competitive the Sota line is compared to say VPI money wise but products like the Sota Sapphire have been a consistently good product for many many years in all it's variations so I would expect the same level of quality further down the range.

[justin8821]

I work at a flea market and this seemed like a deal for $45 so I picked it up. 

 

[weinerdog]

I just got an email about my RP1 - in the process of packing they noticed that the cartridge suspension failing, so they're going to put on a new Ortofon 2M Red and recommend that over a Rega replacement. Is that a good deal/bit of luck for me?

[justin8821]

Not the picture I was trying to post earlier.

[dethrock]

I just got an email about my RP1 - in the process of packing they noticed that the cartridge suspension failing, so they're going to put on a new Ortofon 2M Red and recommend that over a Rega replacement. Is that a good deal/bit of luck for me?

I'd say you lucked out big time. I have the Elys 2, which I think is a step up from the cart that comes with the RP1. I really haven't enjoyed the cart at all. The 2M red would be way better.

[weinerdog]

I'd say you lucked out big time. I have the Elys 2, which I think is a step up from the cart that comes with the RP1. I really haven't enjoyed the cart at all. The 2M red would be way better.

Very cool.

 

As long as it compares to the Bias 2 (upgraded perf. pack cart?) then I'm happy. For $399 I'm psyched to finally be spinning records after many years. Now I just need to find an affordable receiver/speakers/pre-amp.

[shaizada]

Bought a Miyajima Zero Mono Moving Coil cartridge today. First mono cart I've ever bought! Another week or so before I get it:

[allenh]

Bought a Miyajima Zero Mono Moving Coil cartridge today. First mono cart I've ever bought! Another week or so before I get it:

 

 

Let me know how you get on with that, I've been thinking about a Mono cart for a while but never quite pull the trigger, I should I have enough 60's Mono originals of things but I just never do and also think I'd want to run 3 turntables at once as well if I get one.

[Guest]

My Music Hall amp showed up today. In my excitiment of hooking it up too fast, almost blew my speakers by plugging in an input into the pre-out. It would not let me adjust the volume. Luckily I caught it right away, after blasting my ear drums. It sounds a hell of a lot better than my Yamaha did.

[weinerdog]

This Sota turntable was posted on Reddit - the OP said they know the seller. Seems like a really good deal for someone.

 

http://seks.craigslist.org/ele/5100911274.html

[Dominic_]

My Pro-Ject Carbon Debut comes tomorrow. I'll report back when it gets here.