Rega Planar 3 RB880 Upgrade Worth It?


Question for the group to help me make my decision...

I have an upgraded Rega Planar 3 (Groovetracer reference subplatter, Neo PSU, Exact 2 cartridge).  I'm considering upgrading the RB330 to the RB880 tonearm & wondering if the upgrade is worth the cost.  I know most of you will say upgrade to the 6 or 8 which I have debated...but I like the look of the P3 & am happy with the performance.  Maybe down the road I'll upgrade the whole table but not looking to make that investment currently.  Thoughts on whether or not the RB880 would make a meaningful improvement to the P3?

dj_xwing

Showing 1 response by dover

I would say upgrade the TT - and I have heard a Rega P5 with full groove tracer mods.

However, if you want to upgrade the arm as an interim measure, yes the RB880 should make an improvement in precision, timing, etc.

Alternatively have a look at the Audiomods 6 - for similar money its an outstanding arm with VTA on the fly and more saleable as a separate item should you upgrade the TT later. I put one on my Platine Verdier when I sold it and the performance was way above the price point suggested - very good. You can order a Rega fit for the Audiomods - in other words a straight drop in replacement.