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Poor sound from Rega Planar 3

I have just got hold of a second hand Rega Planar 3. It seems to work ok but all my records have significant HF loss and sound 'worn' or 'abrasive'. There is also very little soundstage. The whole thing sounds flat.

The cart is Rega's own (not sure which model no.)

Do I need a new cartridge, or is it something else?
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raquel
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Hi:

Unless the turntable or arm is damaged, it is the cartridge. If you are using Rega's stock felt mat on the platter and a Rega cartridge, the VTA is pre-set and perfect -- you can't adjust VTA anyway with the stock RB-300 arm.

Sounds like the cartridge is dead. Twl is correct -- DO NOT play records or you could damage them. If you replace the cartridge with another Rega cartridge, buy a "Super Bias" or better.

Good luck.
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