Rega Research Limited is a prestigious British hi-fi audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1973 by Roy Gandy and Tony Relph in Rochford, England. The company name derives from the initials of its founders (RElph & GAndy), though Tony Relph departed within months of establishment, leaving Roy Gandy to build the company into a global leader. Starting from Roy Gandy's childhood passion for record players at age 13, Rega has grown from humble beginnings to become one of the world's most respected turntable manufacturers. The company operates from a custom-built 38,000 square foot facility in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, employing over 140 skilled technicians who hand-assemble every product. Rega is renowned for its award-winning turntables, particularly the iconic Planar 3 launched in 1976, which remains their core product with over 4,000 units produced monthly. Beyond turntables, they manufacture complete hi-fi systems including amplifiers, phono stages, loudspeakers, CD players, and DACs. In October 2024, founder Roy Gandy gifted 100% of his shares to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), making Rega entirely employee-owned. Despite never spending money on advertising, Rega has achieved global recognition through word-of-mouth and sells to 46 countries with leading market share in 42 nations.
Founded: 1973
Projekt Akustik, an esteemed audiophile retailer in Bad Schwartau, celebrates its 40th anniversary with exclusive product editions and events.
Highlighting the celebration is a limited edition Rega Planar 3 turntable, featuring custom cables and a platter mat by top brands.
Special deals are available across premium brands like Focal, HiFi Rose, and Naim, enhancing the event's appeal for audiophiles.
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The Deutsche HiFi Tage 2025 takes place on October 18-19 at the Darmstadtium, offering an expanded showcase of audio innovations.
Featuring 50+ exhibitors, 150+ brands, and utilizing the Spectrum Hall with 1300m² of space and cathedral-like height.
Highlights include a large analog exhibition with 50 Pro-Ject turntables and new products from Clearaudio, Technics, and Rega.
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Features RB Titanium tonearm with near-frictionless movement for exceptional vinyl playback precision.
Incorporates Zirconium toughened alumina bearing and advanced triple belt drive for durability and speed stability.