I purchased a brand new Rega P3-24 back in Decemeber and noticed the fit and finish wasn't very good for a brand new unit. I believe, along with other British audio manufacturers, Rega may now be having their products made in China. The build quality certainly has suffered.
Rega P5 with loose trim panels
I recently purchased a used Rega P5 with black trim online. After some light use and while swapping out cartridges, I noticed that the right panel and the right side of the front panel are slightly loose. I can see a screw about 4 inches from the front of the table connecting the panel to the plinth but there seems to be no way to get to it without drilling a hole in the panel. The left side panels are airtight, but the right panel can be pulled out about 2 millimeters without forcing it.
Naturally, there's no warranty, but I'd rather not return it if this can be easily fixed.
Naturally, there's no warranty, but I'd rather not return it if this can be easily fixed.
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