Sumbuba is absolutely correct. The TT-PSU is necessary for convenient "non-belt changing" speed changes on the Rega tables. The TT-PSU will also give you a greatly improved sound over the stock table, and is well worth the investment. Music Direct is running a sale now on the P3-24/TT-PSU combo for $995. (No connection to MusicDirect.... just a happy customer.) That's a pretty good deal. For a great cartridge with easy set-up and beautiful sound, consider the Exact 2. I've been very happy with this set-up. The Elys would be less $$, with a slight reduction in sound quality. There is a special synergy when using a Rega pick-up with a Rega arm and Rega table that is quite sublime. Of course, that's with my ears, with my system, in my room. Many "audiophile friends" have been really amazed with the musical sound of vinyl on my system, so I know it's not just me. Other cartridge possibilities, without breaking the bank, would be the Ortofon 2M Bronze or Black and the Dynavector 10x5, although any non-Rega cartridge would require shims under the arm base for proper alignment. Good Luck, and keep us posted. Happy Listening.
Rega TT Owners - P3-P5-P7
My son is looking for a low-profile, easy to use turntable with 33.3 & 45 rpm speeds (via a switch & not belt movement). He has about 50 LPs right now in his collection.
He really likes the Rega turntables and he's thinking of getting the Rega RP3.
What sonic improvements would be gained from going to a P5 (or new RP6 replacement) or even a P7 instead of an RP3?
He really likes the Rega turntables and he's thinking of getting the Rega RP3.
What sonic improvements would be gained from going to a P5 (or new RP6 replacement) or even a P7 instead of an RP3?
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