How to setup a Rega Planar 2 Turntable

[@markrutter2342]

Brilliant guide, crystal clear. Much appreciated!

[@taniaheyes4908]

Thank you! I have had my beloved Rega Planar 2 for 35 years. It had been in storage for the last year and when I set it back up I was getting terrible distortion. Turned out the tracking weight was off. Followed your instructions and it plays beautifully again!

[@AudioAdvice]

Awesome! So glad you got it up and running smoothly. Enjoy :)

[@jfmgunner]

Perfect timing. Mine just arrived on the 23rd! Really nice to have this clearly demonstrated because there is some confusion on various forums on exactly the best way to set it up. Thanks.

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad we could help! Let us know if you have any questions.

[@tdog1656]

Best set up video I've seen. Thank you.

[@AudioAdvice]

Thank you Tony! Glad you enjoyed it

[@rcapitao]

Have received mine last week. I am (again) enjoying very good analogue music with my beloved Planar 2. Thanks for the nice and clear video.

[@AudioAdvice]

Thank you Rui!

[@false_binary]

Thank you! Our 10 year old is a fan of "retro anything" (his words) and has enjoyed my re-entry into hifi. We setup the Planar 2 together last pm and spun away...great times!

[@AudioAdvice]

Thanks for sharing! What a great way to have fun, he will be wanting a Planar 10 soon! :)

[@edwinsprojects7039]

My Rega planar 2 is arriving in a few days. Great video that will help me get my LP all setup.

[@V3ntilator]

Thank you. Very good short video. Adjusting the arm weight were the most important for me. Great tips here too.

[@wadia21]

Thank you Sir for this video on how to setup this turntable! Very helpful! I had a Rega Planar 1, which I decided to upgrade to a Rega Planar 2. A big difference in the sound especially in the bass department. I'm using this turntable with a Rega Elex-r amplifier and Q Acoustics 3050i speakers. My cd-player is a also a Rega, namely a Rega Saturn-r run through a Rega Dac.

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad we could help. It sounds like you have a great system. Enjoy the music!

[@wadia21]

@@AudioAdvice Regarding record clamps is it safe to use a clamp, which weighs 325 grams on a Rega Planar 2 turntable? Can the weight damage the record-player? Is it better to use for instance the Michell Engineering’s model R (for Rega), which have less weight, but is tightened with a knob?

[@AudioAdvice]

@@wadia21 Clamps have always been debatable with turntables not initially designed for a clamp. The Michell is the better choice, but then let your ears decide.

[@wadia21]

@@AudioAdvice Thank you for your reply! I lean towards Michell myself too, but I’ll try to make a comparison between the two clamps. I was primarily concerned with the weight of the other clamp and whether the turntable can handle that extra weight without any damages since the record-player was not originally designed with the clamp in mind as you mentioned.

[@timothythompson6343]

OH MY GOODNESS! Buying this turntable as a gift to my partner for his birthday/Christmas, and I felt so in over my head. (I am such a dummy with this stuff) Thank you so much!

[@adamskinner8756]

very very very very very useful, the Rega now works.Thanks

[@g.s.nicolaij117]

Great help with setting up the arm. Thanks a lot!

[@cadmantheaviator]

helpful. did get a little stuck adding the weight to tonearm. I was reluctant to add any pressure, but learned it needs a little force to find the thread. Just about to put on some vinyl after a 20 year gap. Thanks!!!!

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad it helped!

[@javiborruel5804]

Hi guys. is anyone suffering from a noisy power supply on this model? on my turntable it hisses even when it's off. Any solution? this video is incredible, it has helped me a lot to configure my new turntable . Thank you so much for everything from Spain!

[@AudioAdvice]

Thank you Javi! We had this experience, but if you purchased yours from Audio Advice, please feel free to come have a chat with one of our Rega experts so we can help you sort out the issue: audioadvice.io/aa-chat Thanks for watching!

[@idlohtrab]

getting one for christmas

[@mbjude]

nice one, mine should be coming in tomorowwwww. cant waitttttt.

[@AudioAdvice]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@LordSenna76]

Watched this video months ago when I first got my Planar 2, but I think the tonearm's balance is a tad too light, as I was just too jazzed on listening to some records.. but it's only just now when I got the time to tweak it slightly heavier. Now I get no more skips, and am enjoying some Childish Gambino. Much thanks, AA!!

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad we could be helpful!

[@aaronbieniek4204]

The manual mentions setting the bias slider to zero before balancing. Then later shows a picture of the slider at 2 (but never mentions changing it). So...leave it at zero? Move it to 2? What am I missing? UPDATE: I think I figured out that as of September 2020, Rega has updated the RB220 tonearm of the Planar 2. Looking at the manual for the tonearm (rega.co.uk/download/TA-RB220-RETAIL-UNI_2.pdf) explains that the Bias Slider should be set to match the tracking force.

[@vincenzo-zocca]

Clear and to the point. Thanks.

[@AudioAdvice]

Thanks for watching!

[@nickplatoff7458]

This was the perfect video. 100% excellent thank you

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad it helped!

[@jimthompson8338]

Great video!

[@AudioAdvice]

Thank you Jim!

[@davidenatali3506]

Great explanation, very very usefull. I followed all the steps accordingly, everything is fine but the volume output is very low, I had to set higher volume compared to normal usage I was used to. What could be the issue? Thank you

[@marktodd7397]

If your amplifier doesn't have a built in phono amp you will have to buy an external phono amp that boosts the signal to make your turntable louder.

[@chriscarr1666]

perfect, thank you !

[@asgiov]

So an odd thing I've noticed... the manual for the Rega Carbon Cartridge recommends a tracking force between 2-3 grams. And the manual for the RB220 tonearm recommends to set tracking force to whatever the upper limit is of a cartridge. So shouldn't tracking force actually be set closer to 3 grams, despite what the Planar 2 quick start guide states? Rega definitely seems to contradict itself a bit. I've tried this myself and IMO it definitely seems to have an audible improvement...

[@mattyoz0]

Funny you say that because i find 2.5 about perfect for my carbon, i get skips if i run 2.

[@BB-se9bl]

Amazing accent. And a great video!

[@juanmerchan1958]

Informative video, but what about the antiskating setup?

[@AudioAdvice]

Hi Juan, the antiskate on the Rega P2 is automatic and doesn't need any adjustment.

[@ivanocallari9955]

@@AudioAdvice what if i want to change antiskate? what if i want to use a new cartrigde? is there vta on this model?

[@antoniofernandes7668]

can I change the rca cables, same cables that cames with p3?

[@zatix6982]

I have a Rega Planar 2 Turntable from the 80s, but i cant get it to work properly, any tips?

[@AudioAdvice]

"Can't get it to work" covers a pretty wide range, what exactly is the problem?

[@zatix6982]

@@AudioAdvice im currently using the azur 740A amplifier, but i cant get it to work properly, connected the black and red cable into input 1 and the right and left channel to my speakers, but the signal doesnt get carried out.

[@AudioAdvice]

@@zatix6982 The Cambridge 740A does not have a phono preamp built in. You need a separate phono preamp. Please reach out to our team at www.audioadvice.com to discuss which one is best for your system.

[@zatix6982]

@@AudioAdvice could i maybe use a small RIAA amplifier?

[@AudioAdvice]

@@zatix6982 Yes, that is the same thing

[@garyausten5939]

I just ordered a new Planar 2 (in walnut) today with an upgraded cart, the ATVM540ML. I should get it by next weekend. Is there any way to upgrade the RCA cables coming out the back of the turntable or are they permanently attached?

[@AudioAdvice]

They are permanently attached.

[@garyausten5939]

@@AudioAdvice Thanks for responding :)

[@tomyg2766]

Hi, please could you recommend a suitable amp and speakers which would suit the RegaP2 and offer good value. Thanks

[@markrutter2342]

You're likely already there, but I went with the Rega Elex-R and LS50 meta speakers. It's a great set up for my needs.

[@marvinfoxx474]

You never showed about the anti skating is this the same setup like the Ortofon BlueMM 2 cartridge which tracks at also 2 grams? Thx

[@AudioAdvice]

The little slider for anti skate should be set to the same as the tracking force, which for the Blue MM would be 1.8 grams. It can go between 1.6 and 2 and Ortofon recommends 1.8 Thanks for watching

[@marvinfoxx474]

So the anti skating should not be set at zero?

[@AudioAdvice]

@@marvinfoxx474 It should be set at the same as your tracking force

[@ChristianTulsaPeru]

got this turntable this week... tried to set it up following your video and I think I did well... sadly I had not played any record because my only concern is the adaptor that came with, it was shipped from Europe and has the 2 round heads with the adapter and it is a 220-240V 50Hz input and the output is 24V-100mA... can someone please help me out find an AC ADAPTER for this item in the USA? thanks in advance.

[@AudioAdvice]

Are you saying your ordered the turntable from Europe? Why not buy it in the US?

[@ChristianTulsaPeru]

@@AudioAdvice yes indeed I did. This was a collectible item, the rega turntable released a few years ago to celebrate the band Queen. As far as I know it was for Europe only.

[@AudioAdvice]

@@ChristianTulsaPeru Ah yes, that is a collectible one! We will check with the Rega importer for you.

[@ChristianTulsaPeru]

@@AudioAdvice I was advices to use a voltage converter USA to Europe and connect that adapter to it. At the same time I wanted to get an adapter separately but most 24v universal adapter the output is 1A which is much higher than the one required. I wonder if that can interfere with the función of the turntable?

[@AudioAdvice]

@@ChristianTulsaPeru Christian, please don't shoot the messenger. We asked Rega about this, it sounds like you will need a new motor and power supply. The motor requires some technical skill to install. They thought the cost for both items would be around $250. You probably want to find a local Rega dealer to install it for you. We asked if you could use a step up transformer to go from 110 to 220, but they said that would not work due to the 50 vs 60 cycle difference.

[@draskogagula2073]

What about antiskating .. Numbers 0,1,2,

[@AudioAdvice]

It should be preset at 2, if it is not, move it there. Thanks for watching

[@draskogagula2073]

@@AudioAdvice Thank you ....

[@bootasinghwarring1109]

Good job Sir anyone vest record Plyar send me please sir Thanks for your

[@m1ke1981]

hmm no ground wire?

[@AudioAdvice]

Ground wire is in the RCA connections with REGA.

[@m1ke1981]

Audio Advice Ok cool. I got one today. Such an excellent tt. No ground hums and just great sound overall. 😊

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad to hear you are enjoying your new table!

[@davidthom7127]

I'm sorry, but you need to check the level of the surface that the turntable is and that the deck is level too. Jeez

[@enedenedubedene4811]

No Antiskating???????

[@milvusz]

As far as I know, there is antiskating. But not really adjustable.

[@marvinfoxx474]

Don’t you do the anti skating at zero first

[@pinarellolimoncello]

I have a very old Rega 2, is pretty good but I do think the feet should be adjustable so it can sit perfectly level, I think that is essential so therefore I can't see how it can be a saving worth making no matter what the pressure on cost to produce /margins, I'd rather pay and extra £10-£20, just seems odd. Good video though, thanks for uploading.

[@AudioAdvice]

Getting things level is important. We are glad you liked the video

[@adhofsink1216]

Very helpful! 🙏

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@Nccr3-ht8gm]

My P2 arrives tomorrow I'm glad you had it Available in the walnut Finish I've had higher End turntables But I always return to Rega for there pace rhythm and Timing ability Or PRAT as the brits Call it

[@AudioAdvice]

PRAT is very important and Rega certainly nails it! Thanks for sharing

[@qillymolfi1064]

Sia come si regola la levetta che va tra lo 0 e il 2 non ho capito a cosa servi? Grazie

[@RogueCylon]

I swear Leon hasn’t aged in 25 years.

[@mattofinney2913]

great guide - succinct and clear. well done :)

[@AudioAdvice]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching!

[@mccarthyd6603]

No detachable upgrades available for RCA cables or power supply......why.....no anti skate available.....why???? I keep hearing how great Rega turntables have been....why do they not roll with the changes and offer these standard upgrades? Going to look elsewhere for my new TT until Rega decides to catch up with the competition.....

[@paulb.3227]

Just buy a P3; sounds perfect and with as.