Rega Apheta 2 Low Output MC Phono Cartridge, Anodized aluminum body, Vital profile nude diamond Stylus on Aluminum Cantilever

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This is one of the best-sounding cartridges I have kept for years.

Rega Apheta 2 Low Out put MC Phono cartridge.

This cartridge is in very good operational and cosmetic condition, the sound is detailed, fast, and dynamic, stylus still sharp, cantilever and suspension is also in excellent condition. Used under 250 hours.

The Apheta 2 is the second generation of Rega’s unique moving coil cartridges. Taking the technology developed from the first Apheta to the next level, our engineers have fine tuned every aspect of the original design.

Apheta 2 features a super high-powered, neodymium magnet and a coil meticulously hand wound on an iron cross that is fifty percent smaller than the original. This weight reduction allows us greater freedom to track the vinyl groove ensuring even more detail is extracted from the vinyl.

To further enhance the design, the Apheta 2 is housed within a completely redesigned, single piece, aluminium anodised body and protected by a CAD designed, clear rigid cover to protect the internal fine wires, making handling whilst fitting, safe and risk free.

The entire production department was overhauled at great expense to introduce the Apheta 2 MC. Huge investments into High Definition magnification cameras and displays have allowed us to work at much higher detail and far tighter tolerances than ever possible on the original model.

The Apheta 2 is the perfect partner for the RP8 and RP10 turntables which can be supplied factory fitted at a discounted package rate if requested. Please ask your retailer for details.

A unique design.

Conventional MC cartridges utilize a steel suspension system (tie wire) which creates a high amplitude H.F. resonance (normally around 8-12kHz). Such resonance is unacceptable and is usually damped by a rudimentary piece of foam rubber.

However, the foam rubber deteriorates with age and cannot prevent the complete structure from vibrating and “ringing”.

The specifics and adjustment of the tie wire and damping determine whether the cartridge is under damped (bright) or over damped (warm and bass heavy).
A happy medium is rarely achieved.

This encouraged Rega to pursue a new direction inspired by modern materials and the basic laws of magnetism. The Apheta 2 contains neither a tie wire nor a foam damper.

Moving coil aficionados will all recognise the long search for super clear, high frequency combined with firm, tight bass.

Key Features and Design

Smaller MC Generator: The iron cross and coil assembly is 50% smaller than the original Apheta, which reduces moving mass and allows for better tracking.
Neodymium Magnet: A super high-powered neodymium magnet is used for increased performance.
Redesigned Body: A single-piece, anodized aluminum body offers greater stiffness and reduces weight.
Protective Cover: A CAD-designed, rigid clear cover protects the internal wiring during handling and installation.
No Tie Wire or Foam Damper: The Apheta 2 uses a unique generator design that eliminates the need for a steel tie wire and foam damper, which can deteriorate over time.
Production Engineering: Significant investments in high-definition magnification cameras and displays allowed for finer details and tighter tolerances during production.

Key Specifications

Stylus: Vital profile nude diamond

Cantilever: Aluminum

Tracking Pressure: 1.75 – 2.00g

Output Voltage: 0.35mV

Output Impedance: 10 ohms

Input Load Impedance: 100 ohms

Channel Balance: ≥ 20μV

Mass: 6g

This cartridge comes with Wood box, Specifications paper, tool and screws.

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