Rega RP8

[hifi_dave]

Just spent an entertaining morning/afternoon listening to this.





The all new Rega RP8.

[AlfaGTV]

Looks smashing! Is the central part suspended by springs or foam or similar?
And of course, whats the sonic impression so far?
Regards Mike

[hifi_dave]

It is a seriously good TT by any standards. I sat listening for over two hours and that's something I rarely do.

The skeleton sits on rubber/neoprene suspension within the plinth. Actually, you can use the skeleton free standing but it looks a bit sparce if you do and you don't want that when you've paid for a good TT.

[DSJR]

Very clever and the double belt is interesting too - have Rega finally heard the wow in earlier models???????????

Certainly makes pro-ject alternatives either blingy or crude in comparison. 'Course, it won't be as good as a techie, will it

[hifi_dave]

Takes some serious expertise and major investment to make such a turntable. I don't think any part is shared with other Rega turntables and all are custom made.

[DSJR]

I think it looks fab and look forward to hearing one when I next visit

How much and when available?

[hifi_dave]

Available next month and £1600 without cartridge.

[DSJR]

Bargain then

[hifi_dave]

There's an awful lot to it which you can't appreciate from my naff pics. I've seen plenty of turntables which are no more than a slab of chipboard with a bearing and cheap motor selling for a lot more than this. You will see what I am on about when you come over next.

[YNWaN]

Is there likely to be a model above this Dave? One that uses a ceramic platter (and other bits...).