Rega RP-1 Union Jack Special Edition Turntable w/ Performance Pack

Rega Limited Edition "Union Jack" RP1 Turntable Only 1 New One Available Includes the Rega Performance Package and a Pre-Installed Rega Bias - You'll Be Playing LPs Immediately

Rega really pulled the stops out with the RP1 turntable. This new table offers performance to rival even Rega's more expensive designs. Rega engineered an entirely new arm for the RP1, bolted on a superior motor, created an all new platter and eliminated a huge amount of resonance from the plinth. We're astounded Rega can offer a table this good at a price this low! This affordable table will make anyone an analog believer! Now including the RP1 Performance Pack, the Rega RP-1 Union Jack Special Edition gets our highest recommendation.

"There's no easier turntable on Earth to set up than the RP1. The combination of an improved platter and bearing are a big hit on the RP1…there was no mistake that the RP1 is a major step up. After extended listening sessions in three very different levels of systems, the RP1 definitely delivers a solid helping of analog magic. The fact is that the RP1 offers solid performance, excellent value and is a great place to start listening to vinyl!"
– Jeff Dorgay, Editor, Tone Audio

Rega Performance Pack
The RP1 is a fantastic turntable and Rega just made it even better with this simple upgrade. The Performance Pack takes the already outrageous performance of the RP1 and turns it up a notch. Rega products are all about high value and this kit is no exception; easily installed, the Performance Pack is an extremely effective and affordable upgrade. Elevate the performance of your Rega RP1 with this easy-to-install upgrade.

Rega wanted the Performance Pack to be truly plug & play, which also means no-hassle adjustment of the tracking force of the cartridge. Inside the Bias 2 cartridge box is a 14mm 'O' ring spacer, which should be slid onto the counterweight shaft as far down as it will go, then install the weight and pushed that on as far as it will go. The ring positions the counter weight exactly where it needs to be for proper tracking force of the Bias 2 cartridge.

The RP1 Union Jack Performance Pack includes:

• Reference drive belt
• Premounted Rega Bias 2 MM cartridge
• 100% wool mat from the P7
• 14mm "O" spacer ring

The RB101 is a substantial redesign of Rega's least expensive tonearm. Rega slipped in smoother, higher precision bearings and developed an all-new non-resonant headshell. This hand assembled design is quite an improvement over its predecessor, with far better tracking, improved tonal balance and a lower noise floor. The best part about this new tonearm is that adjusting tracking force with the stock cartridge is as simple as sliding the counterweight as far down the stem as it will go.

– Art Dudley, Stereophile

Setup
The only tools you will need for setup are your hands. The RP1's cartridge is pre-mounted and setting tracking force is a snap and doesn't even require any extra tools! The RP1 is so easy to setup that it may take you more time to unpack the table than to get up and running. The instruction manual is fairly straightforward, however, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us. We've done thousands of turntable setups and we will be happy to walk you through every step of the way, answer your questions and make sure you've got great sound. Please do not dispose of the RP1s box, should you ever move or require service, this is the safest way to transport the turntable.

Flywheel Effect Platter
For the first time since the introduction of Rega's flagship P9 turntable, Rega is making a big deal out of their platter technology. Created from phenolic resin and made specifically for the RP1, this new platter improves speed stability, lowers the resonant frequency of the table and helps eliminate vibration. Combined with the new more powerful and quieter motor, the RP1's performance now approaches the high-end and exceeds all expectations!

Dustcover
Like all Rega turntables, the RP1 comes with a hinged dust-cover which can be easily installed or removed.

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