Part 2: The Rega P10 - Why? (A story of engineering humility & determination)

Of all turntable manufacturers why would I choose Rega for our listening rooms? And why specifically the P10? This video looks into the engineering challenges all turntable designers have to overcome, to achieve a world beating performance.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
07:40 Vibration experiment
09:33 More about Rega
13:40 The six main challenges
14:01 Motor
16:52 Main bearing
18:23 Connectivity/drivetrain
20:34 Plinth
23:39 Pick-up arm (tonearm)
27:13 Platter

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[alexandrefernandes]

You sold more REGA turntables here than any promo video they ever made.
Superb

[cpg]

Harley: You are an exceptional teacher, and have a way with words. I’m no more than a novice, and these sophisticated concepts are now fully understood. Thank you, kindly.

[bertschalk]

The tecnicalities around developing/producing a high quality standard turntable are really amazing! Thanks for the lessons ;-) !

[ericlubow]

Great video and easy to understand explanation of Rega’s quest to dissipate vibration with low mass. Looking forward to part 3.

[jazzonlp]

Nicely told story about Rega turntable philosophy and their never ending quest for affordable quality at all levels. Many thanks.

[markkinsman]

Currently own the Rega Planar 6 with Ania MC cartridge. Love it! I’ve been using Rega Turntables since the 80’s starting with the P3. When I traded in the Planar 3 in 2020, it was still running great 35 years later! The P6 is even better and my end game turntable. The book on Rega - titled: “A Vibration Measuring Machine”, is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the story of Rega. Deep respect for their engineering approach. When people refer to Roy as a great turntable designer, he corrects them, stating that he is a mechanical engineer.

[marcint]

It’s the best turntable review I’ve ever seen. I’m 100% digital guy but now I want Rega turntable.

[skux]

thanks for the lesson. Always satisfying to listen to your arguments.

[cbayardelle]

Thank you for one one of the best explanations of the fabrication of a turntable that is also a piece of art.

[matanhar]

Your videos are great, in-depth, and very enriching.

[martybrazill]

Rega makes a wonderful turntable in just about every budget range. The P8 and P10 are unique looking, but there is no doubt that they sound amazing.

[AdiMaco]

I have really enjoyed this video/podcast. It was instructive and illuminating in some ways. Now I have a bigger respect for Rega!

[christopherward]

Roy Gandy is a really amazing person I have met him a few times over the years. He listens to what you say in a conversation and responds wonderfully and with great humility. I am intrigued to hear the P10 in full cry! I remember starting off with a Planar 3 as my first turntable and it was good as a very honest well engineered record player.

[fanclub]

Very good video !! 👍👍
And your english is perfect !!
I bougt the Rega P9 (rb 900) in 1997... It was a fantastic turntable !!
Now I will perhaps buy the new Rega Naia because i agree with the approach Rega engineering....
Best regards from France 🇫🇷

[violin-schwerin]

I've got the rp8, fantastic turntable. I imagine the P10 goes so much further. Rega really offers great value, which I feel Linn doesn't anymore. as a plus setting up the Rega is a dream

[fotislagopatis]

Very interesting and in depth analysis of the turntable, I am looking forward to part 3.
It’s always a pleasure watching your videos. Thank you

[paulrudolph]

Thank your for these videos. Hope you make many more as long as it interests you to do so. I own the P10 and spent the past summer listening to much higher priced turntables and of course, all were greater mass. I never got the sense that these tables delivered the music in a better way than the Rega. It was an enlightening experience.

[johnsnowlow]

Hello Harley, your insights sure takes the guess work out of buying the Rega P10. Also the fav light you have cast on Mr Gandy makes Rega a technically and musically sound buy ! I very much look forward to Part 3.

[frank_tank]

I have had many turntables. Well-known and lesser-known brands. Half of them were very expensive and a small part super expensive. I always had the impression that, regardless of the cartridge, something was missing. I understood everything when I bought my first Rega (P10). I couldn't believe that something so seemingly frail played such beautiful music. The undeniable advantage of Rega turntables is the dark background from which the sound emerges. It is as if the turntable was suspended in a vacuum with a cable as the only thing connecting it with the outside world. In Rega, the colour black is an abyssal contrast to the colour of the music. It took me 35 years to find the best turntable. It was a long journey. But it was worth it. Now, when I listen to Gandy, it all comes together. Suddenly I understand why Rega sounds the way it does. It is simply a work of top-class engineering and passion in pursue of perfection. Loving it!

[Phil_fandbethere]

Another superb video Harley. I really like your calm, thoughtful and methodical approach, and the pacing of your comments interspersed with great visuals. Loved the wine glass demonstration too. Can't wait for Part 3, but Yes is the answer!