{"product_id":"rega-naia-reference-turntable","title":"Rega Naia Reference Turntable with Optional Aphelion 2 MC Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntroducing the Extraordinary Naia...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"673\" height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gzKgloeQry4\" title=\"REGA NAIA TURNTABLE  'The Heart Of Music'\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Ultimate Rega Reference Turntable\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Naia turntable is the result of years of painstaking development, which was used to create the now famous ‘Naiad’ test bed turntable. The Naia takes the best of this development and technology and transfers it into a production-ready version without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with ground-breaking features, materials and technology Naia has been lovingly developed by Rega over many years to reach new levels of vinyl replay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eTHE HEART OF MUSIC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Naia takes Rega's pioneering low-mass, high-rigidity plinth technology to the next level by using a graphene-impregnated carbon fibre skeletal plinth with Tancast 8 foam core. This ultra-rigid structure is then strengthened further using two ceramic aluminium oxide braces, the same material used to create the redesigned, resonance-controlled ceramic platter with improved flywheel effect and complex profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1040\/6126\/files\/Rega-Naia-Reference-Turntable-Aphelion-2-MC-Cartridge-closeup-image-Vinyl-Revival_1921c2c9-7790-42db-bc0f-a41603f8fd69.png?v=1715930374\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eRB TITANIUM TONEARM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RB Titanium tonearm is the most advanced and accurate production tonearm we have ever released. The entire tonearm structure is designed to have the minimum of mechanical joints while using the stiffest materials in all critical areas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRB Titanium achieves near frictionless movement horizontally and vertically whilst having no measurable free play in the bearing assemblies. It uses a new one-piece titanium vertical bearing and titanium vertical spindle assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended Rega Aphelion 2 MC (shown in image) will be mounted upon our unique hand-polished aluminium single-piece arm tube to keep mass as low as possible. The design is completed with a Tungsten balance weight shaft and balance weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eGRAPHENE IMPREGNATED CARBON FIBRE PLINTH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to achieve the ultimate balance between low mass and extreme rigidity, Rega has pioneered the use of graphene impregnated carbon and a Tancast 8 polyurethane foam core. Both materials are widely used in the aerospace industry and provide the perfect platform on which to assemble a turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultra-lightweight random structure of the foam core helps reduce vibration transmission, while the stiffness of the skin ensures no microscopic movement of the plinth occurs during playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of graphene boosts the strength and stiffness of the carbon fibre even further to create the stiffest production plinth we have ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1040\/6126\/files\/Rega-Naia-Reference-Turntable-no-platter-Vinyl-Revival_767b4148-ee2f-47c4-b317-29a867c7f7be.png?v=1715930422\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eALUMINIUM HUB AND ZTA HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Naia uses a custom aluminium sub-platter with a spindle and central bearing manufactured from ZTA (zirconium-toughened alumina). ZTA was formerly developed for use in much larger machines used in the paper industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resistance against abrasion was much higher than alumina oxide, which makes it the perfect material to construct a central bearing assembly from. Exceptionally complex to make, production is similar to other oxide ceramics. Starting life as a powder preparation with spray drying, the piece is formed in an isostatic press (which applies pressure in all directions to create even density).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is then turned in a green state (before firing) and then fired at 1600 °C for 3 days before grinding the bottom flange and bore before final honing to match the spindle diameter. The spindle and bearing are then kept together as a set to guarantee the perfect fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZTA is better against abrasive wear and is exceptionally hard, with both the spindle and bearing being manufactured from identical material. This reduces the risk of wear as they have identical hardness. The spindle will run on an ultra-thin layer of fully synthetic oil, which reduces wear even further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result of this complex engineering process is the hardest, most accurate, and longest-lasting bearing assembly we have ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1040\/6126\/files\/Rega-Naia-Reference-Turntable-power-supply-closeup-Vinyl-Revival_0b78acf8-6e12-47e5-8275-bcd479d46246.png?v=1715930160\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eREFERENCE POWER SUPPLY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NAIA reference power supply offers the ultimate in motor control stability, convenient electronic speed change, advanced anti-vibration control, and user-adjustable, electronic fine speed adjustment to ensure total accuracy and control over the life of the motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in Rega’s latest custom-designed case, the reference PSU is dedicated to running our 24v, low-noise motor as quietly and as accurately as possible. The speed and control of the motor are achieved by using a DSP (Digital Signal Processing) generator built upon a high-stability crystal. This device will divide the accurate square wave from the crystal to the exact frequency required to turn the platter at the selected speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DSP core will also generate a near-perfect sinusoidal waveform to power the motor. Factory-set vibration removal and fine speed adjustments are then made to the power supply to tune each motor for optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eEBLT TRIPLE BELT DRIVE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor three years, Rega has been researching and developing with chemists the use of a bespoke new rubber compound for drive belts. Using a specialised curing system, the new drive belt offers superior consistency of modulus (a constant representing the degree to which a substance has a particular property, especially elasticity).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese new belts are manufactured on Rega-designed, state-of-the-art, super-accurate tools (inspired by working with the manufacturer of high-tech Formula 1 engine parts), which produce ‘perfectly round’ and ‘dimensionally accurate’ belts, critical for perfect speed stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eDB TECHNOLOGY (DOUBLE BRIDGE TECHNOLOGY)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Mass absorbs energy—lost energy equals lost music!\" A super lightweight plinth combined with a ceramic top and bottom brace mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing. This forms a structurally sound, “stressed beam” assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rigid plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonances, which will add unnatural distortions to the music. Equally, heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy, such as motor or bearing noise, directly into the rotating record. The tonearm and cartridge must be able to read accurately, directly from the platter. This unique Rega double brace solution guarantees as much detail is retrieved as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of braces instead of the complete skin allows increased thickness in these key areas while providing further weight reduction to the plinth, which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eAbout Rega\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRega has been designing and manufacturing turntables since 1973. They have won more awards than any other turntable manufacturer in history for their accuracy in reproducing music. The RB330 handmade precision tonearm ensures exceptional tracking of the grooves and therefore optimal music information retrieval. Rega actually handpicks the tonearm bearings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphene-impregnated Carbon Fibre skeletal plinth with Tancast 8 foam core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZTA Zirconium toughened alumina (ceramic) central bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRB titanium tonearm : One piece titanium vertical bearing and Titanium vertical spindle assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTungsten balance weight shaft and weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic top and bottom braces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference advanced fully adjustable power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonance-controlled ceramic platter with improved flywheel effect and complex profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-mass skeletal aluminium feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple Reference drive belts for improved stability and drive characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRega Aphelion 2 MC factory fitted (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty against manufacture defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBelt Drive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRB Titanium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Recording\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaia Turntable Dimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e420 x 115 x 350 mm (with dustcover fitted)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Power Supply Dimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e218 x 80 x 320 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.65 Kg (including dustcover)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Power Supply Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eRega Aphelion 2 Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rega Aphelion 2 Cartridge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vinylrevival.com.au\/products\/rega-aphelion-mc-cartridge?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=aphe\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eFor product information and specifications, please see our product page here\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1040\/6126\/files\/Rega-Naia-Reference-Turntable-hero-image-Vinyl-Revival_c7f0d12a-cce7-4f38-8545-d6aee6bb03c6.png?v=1715930090\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This information has been obtained from the manufacturer's website. 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