Rega Loudspeakers Overview

Joey goes over Rega's line of Loudspeakers. Most likely due to Rega's turntable dominance The RX1, RX3, and RX5 are often overlooked. Joey details why these sleepers are as thought out, and musical as their turntable counterparts. Ask us about drop shipping to get yourself a pair delivered right to your door. Like, comment, and subscribe to support the channel.

[@bellrobert1978]

I'm still playing 20 year old rega alya. Rega speakers are so under appropriated.

[@joeylopezphd]

Yeah we love them!

[@bellrobert1978]

@@joeylopezphd I've just found some rx5 on gumtree in my town for £425. It's very tempting.

[@Dreamonoids]

They really don’t get the notoriety the turntables get, which is crazy.

[@Dreamonoids]

That’s not a bad price.

[@Firebottleman]

Good job introducing the RX line to us Joey. I've been enjoying hi fi for the last 35+ years, owning quite a few types of speakers. Like ribbons, electrostats and dynamic cone driven speakers of course. Out of all the speakers I've played my music on, my RX-5s are the best soundstagers I've yet heard. Especially since I bought a Black Ice Audio, Fusion F-22, EL34 driven vacuum tube integrated amp. These RXs are pretty darn revealing speakers. They put out what's in the recording. So system matching is especially important. Once matched with a good quality, tuneful subwoofer, these things just open up and sing. Absolutely no regrets getting these mini-towers. Go Rega!

[@Dreamonoids]

Thanks for that insight into your gear.

[@thomasowens5824]

I still have and use my EL8's bought in the 90's then went into storage for 15 years, just got them back out few months ago.

[@Dreamonoids]

That’s awesome.

[@maureenwassermann767]

RX3, which we own, is wonderful on all kinds of music in our 10 x 11 foot room. You're doing nice vids. Good luck to you and your shop.

[@joeylopezphd]

Thanks!

[@Dreamonoids]

We appreciate comments like this.

[@espendanielhagenolsen7945]

I bought a set of used R5's a while ago. Got them for a very fair price. Rounds off my full Rega system and sounds so very nice. Non-fatiguing, engaging and well-rounded sound to my ears. Plan to keep them for as long as they can play and if I need to replace them I will look for RS5's or RX5's.

[@Dreamonoids]

I’ve had my pair for years. Only getting better like wine.

[@theautumnalcyclist7629]

I'm still running a pair of Jura speakers on a Brio and P2 and I'm just as happy with them as I was 20yrs ago!

[@joeylopezphd]

I had Jura’s, they were awesome, I miss them and I also yearn for a pair of XEL’s...

[@Dreamonoids]

These are our favorite stories.

[@krsoere1]

Thank you for the video. Love your enthusiasm about Rega. Planning to get RX5s for my Aethos. I think they should be a good match.

[@blueskymusica]

Rega deserve more recognition for their speakers. Easy to drive and highly compatible. Timing is the fundamental musical connection that gets you moving and Rega get that. If you haven't already, try RX5's with a good SET amp and give them the space to fully express themselves. With just a handful of watts they can produce magic way beyond their price point.

[@Dreamonoids]

Could not agree more! They really surprise people who have never heard them.

[@sam66hazmal]

I have the Rega RX3 speakers, I’ve done videos on my channel showing them. They are so musical, and I can listen for hours as they are not bright like a lot of other brands. They are also versatile when it comes to positioning. They are so easy to drive too.

[@joeylopezphd]

Thanks for the comment and feedback, good stuff to know!

[@AntonRacing]

i think they are not versatile about positioning. but maybe a speaker double or triple the price does a better job . thats critic on a high level already.

[@jannaweiss8685]

What amp did you pair your RX3s with please?

[@sam66hazmal]

@@jannaweiss8685 I am currently using an Exposure 2010S. The RX3 speakers are very easy to drive as they are 6ohm speakers. I did use a Naim amp and a Heed amp previously but the Exposure amplifier is really getting the best out of these speakers in my opinion.

[@jannaweiss8685]

@@sam66hazmal I bought the Elex-R and already had the P3 so looking forward to enjoying the vinyl!

[@ttownscott]

I have the RS1s the predecessor to the RX1s and they're my favorite speakers. Even more than my Spica. Great range and forgiving. Had the planet CD player years ago. Good stuff

[@joeylopezphd]

Yeah the RS1’s and R1’s are really fun speakers.

[@Dreamonoids]

RS series is amazing.

[@RonRivet]

Thanks for posting Joey! Very informative! I have the RS5`s in cherry finish and love them! After my Rega P6, I bought the RS5`s used and pretty much added the rest of my Rega gear later. My RS5`s are run by a pair of Exon 3`s dedicated to a speaker each.

[@joeylopezphd]

So cool to hear! I helped a customer track down a set of RS5’s on Craigslist and he loves them. My brother has R5’s which are also a ton of fun. The Exons are sweet mono blocks, what pre amp are you using?

[@RonRivet]

@@joeylopezphd my pre amp is a Cursa 3. I bought the Cursa and Exons as a combo. I`m very happy with my set up. The RS5`s are very impressive and especially for their size.

[@rodneystone7213]

i have the Rega R5s too, just great

[@RonRivet]

@@joeylopezphd I`ve since replaced my Cursa 3 pre amp with an Audio Research SP14 and it is a game changer!

[@Dreamonoids]

Very cool setup

[@pedrovasconcelos8260]

I have the RS3 (predecessors to the RX3) with a Brio-R and it is a very good combination, particularly good with vocals and acoustic music.

[@joeylopezphd]

I bet that is a lovely setup! Thanks for sharing.

[@Dreamonoids]

That’s a great setup

[@AntonRacing]

the REGA and the NEAT sx2 are just wonderful speakers ! i dont know why every youtube channel is "promoting" kef its really a shame... those rega and neat speakers are THE speakers - for me those sepakers are the winners from a pricerange from 2 to 5 thousand euros . they are that good.

[@Dreamonoids]

We have seen “trends” that all seem to lean towards on other channels. We just go by sound. Glad we have people like you hearing what we hear.

[@AntonRacing]

@@Dreamonoids i think its sad how "mid-ranger" get influenced by product placement. listening to the rega is really listening to music , listending to the ls50 is listening to a loudspeaker... in a bathtub. ok there is a price difference but if the quality difference would not be that absurd dramatic i would not say anything. the Rega could need a more overall concept , but maybe that would make them less interesting to be honest .. i guess there speakers out there what have it all but that would be the upper 8k mark.

[@seven1053]

Great video Thanks !! I have a pair of RS1's paired up with a Yarland fv34b valve amp with EL34's and a 12ax7 and I honestly say they match very well. Also I have a pair of AudioPro Veggo 150's, ( floor standing ), but my RS1's are my go to speaker due to being more accurate in delivering sound.

[@RonRivet]

I thought I had the RS5`s because that`s what the guy I bought them from used advertised them as but they were actually R5`s but they sounded great. I`ve since "upgraded" to Totem Tribe Towers which I liked so sold the R5`s. I started to develop listener fatigue with the Totems so I just recently sold them. I have found a brand new pair of Rega RX3`s and I am pretty sure I will buy them. Do you think the RX3`s will sound as nice as the R5`s?

[@Dreamonoids]

It’s going to close. Maybe the R5’s have a slight edge, but the RX3s are a great loudspeaker than anyone would be happy with.

[@RonRivet]

@@Dreamonoids I should mention that I have bought and have listened to the RX3`s and I have to say that they are fantastic speakers and I really, really like them, definitely keepers! :)

[@michaelk6566]

Hi. Can you describe how the RX3 compares to the Fyne Audio speakers you have? Also, how good are they with 40 watt push pull valve amplifiers?

[@Dreamonoids]

Very different sounds. Usually if you love one you don’t like the other. Not sure on how they would sound with that type of amp. Best paired with a Brio or Elex.

[@markpinsk3984]

Would an Elicit-R (MK1) have enough headroom and pair well with the RX-5 ?

[@joeylopezphd]

Yes, it would drive them nicely. The RX-5’s are a pretty easy load to drive.

[@Dreamonoids]

That would be a great pairing.

[@markpinsk3984]

@@joeylopezphd Thanks! I bought a pair and am happy with them!

[@markpinsk3984]

@@Dreamonoids Thanks! I got a pair a few months ago and they're great! They completed my all Rega system (Elicit-R, DAC, Apollo-R, Aria, RP3).

[@joeylopezphd]

@@markpinsk3984 they are such good speakers. I have customers who have them and non have ever sold them. They are hard to find second hand. I may come across jaded but I have been a Rega Fan since 1995 and all their speakers from then on up are all cool in their own way. Some of my top picks are the XEL, Jura, Original Kytes (and new), Noas, R5,7, RS 5, RX5

[@MrMarlonKelly]

I have the rx-5. Really love them, but i cant find the frequentie specs. Maybe you can provite them?

[@joeylopezphd]

They are indeed not published. If we ever run across them we will post them.

[@Dreamonoids]

Any lucks finding this?

[@joshswanedits]

How would you compare the RS5's to the RX5's and is it worth the change? I currently own the RS5's, thanks for the great video

[@Dreamonoids]

We’ll get Joey on this. He’s the expect on the RS5’s.

[@joshswanedits]

@@Dreamonoids Great! any word from Joey?

[@joeylopezphd]

@@joshswanedits the RX5’s are much more refined. We had a customer upgrade from RS5’s to RX5’s and loves them. That said if he hadn’t heard the RX’s I think he would still be a pretty happy camper. So in summary the RS5’s are great in their own right, but yes the RX5’s are a significant improvement. This is based off my direct comparison as we took his RS5’s off his hand in trade and I got to listen to them side by side.

[@joshswanedits]

@@joeylopezphd Interesting, what would you say is the biggest difference? Im considering an upgrade. Also what was a fair price for RS5's second hand? Thanks for the reply!!

[@thomasandersen1784]

Just a tip: When you pull out a magazine with pictures and all, it would be very informativ if you showed it close up? Otherwise i like what your doing ;-) Cheers from Denmark

[@joeylopezphd]

Will work in close ups!

[@Dreamonoids]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@HarveyJohnWillmott]

Do you think the RX5’s would be okay in my room which measures about 13’ x 14’. I have an Elex R amp and MK5 Fono stage.

[@Dreamonoids]

As long as the acoustics are decent we think they’d be great.

[@romeo_BLR]

Hello. I have a room area of ​​18m2. What do you think is better for RX3 or RX5?

[@Dreamonoids]

If you can get the RX5s I’d do that.

[@rockape1954]

I have a pair of ELA's which I've had for such a long time....

[@Dreamonoids]

Nice, from where?

[@kawserahamed2375]

Which is more musical/ prat you mentioned: Rega or Fyne 300 series speakers? Your honest opinion please. Thanks

[@joeylopezphd]

The Rega’s are, but you have to remember the 300 series start at $1,000 dollars less! The F300 is $295 and the RX1 is $1,295. Especially when hooked up to an all Rega system. That said for those starting out or wanting full range extension the 300 series are a good way to get started and offers a ton of value.

[@kawserahamed2375]

Thanks! Actually I meant all the models of 300 series, not F300 bookshelf model itself only, other models too, e. g. F302, F303 with Rega's similar priced models. Sorry for my incomplete query in previous message. Obviously I am not comparing a product of $300 with $1000. All the best!

[@joeylopezphd]

@@kawserahamed2375 Oh my response took that into consideration, F303 included.

[@Dreamonoids]

Rega = musical

[@greggles69]

It’s a shame that Rega have ceased production of all speakers, with the exception of the diminutive Kyte. Apparently the cost of buying in the cabinets, which has shot up hugely during the pandemic!

[@Dreamonoids]

The pandemic has definitely had an effect on Hi-Fi, but We think everything will bounce back sooner than later.

[@danieloherrick6332]

@@Dreamonoids Is the RX line discontinued or just not available? Thanks

[@joeylopezphd]

@@danieloherrick6332 they are now discontinued. Our understanding is they will be developing a new line over the coming year.

[@danieloherrick6332]

@@joeylopezphd Thanks.

[@Audiorevue]

the only problem with their speakers is that they're so damn hard to find. apart from you and your company and the used market they are impossible to buy new

[@joeylopezphd]

They currently only sell the Kyte now. Finding used versions is tough as you mentioned. We are always looking for them ourselves…

[@Dreamonoids]

As Joey said, you are correct. Some people don’t even realize Rega makes speakers cause they have never seen them.

[@JohnFrazee]

Hi guys

[@joeylopezphd]

Hey!!! We are rocking it on YT!

[@Dreamonoids]

What’s up!