PSU takes it to a NEW level. Just get it. |
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I have heard that a Rega P3-24 with TT PSU will sound almost similar to the basic P5. Is this true? I do know that the P5 with TT PSU will outperform the P3-24 with TT PSU. I am considering between the P3-24 with TT PSU and the basic P5 and would appreciate your views. Thanks in advance. |
Defintely, TTPSU - worth the $350. |
It makes the music flow better - more relaxing to listen to and better articulation of certain details. Get the power supply before any other upgrades. I use mine with an Elsye2. |
I love mine with the sumiko blackbird. |
What cartridges are you guys using with the P5 and RB700 arm ? I'm thinking of building up a system on this TT.
Would appreciate some inputs. |
I'm using Denon DL-103 MC cartridge with the P5. Sounds pretty darn good. I would equally be interested to know if there are other cartridges that would bring noticeable improvements compared to the Denon DL-103. |
Hi RYder,
We are using the same speakers, the SHL5s.
A friend also recommended DL103 on the Rega P5.
Did you have to use the spacers with the 103 on the RB700 arm ?
Also, did you replace the stock counterweight on the RB700 ? does it have to be replaced when using the DL103 ?
I understand on Dynavectors, its best to replace those counterweights ?
Thanks for inputs. |
Hi Nolitan,
I didn't have any spacers with the cartridge and everything is stock on the RB700 arm including the counterweight. Everything works out fine. I have no experience with Dynavectors. Good to know you are also using the SHL5s. The strength of the P5 shines through with the transparency of the speakers. |
Another nice cartridge, especially for the money, is Rega's own Exact 2, which I have with my P5/RB700. |
Art Dudley also spoke highly of the Exact in his review of the P3/24 (or one of the other Regas!).
-Bob |
Dear Ryder
In short, the DL103 mounts directly on the RB700 without any issues ? thats good to know!!!
I too heard many good things about Exact 2 with the P5/RB700.
Guys, owners of P5/RB700- what does your system comprise off ? anyone here using revealing speakers ? does the P5/RB700 shine thru in systems costing over us20,000 ?
Thanks for inputs.
Nol |
Correction to my "Art Dudley" comment above: The author was, of course, Michael Fremer. Sorry.
-Bob |
Nolitan: not sure if my system qualifies as reavealing but I have been using B&W speakers in my main system: initally 805s and now 704s. Not quite in the snack bracket you mention but these are pretty revealing for the money. Rega sounds great. Had an LP12 before and I prefer the Rega.
Recently heard P5/Elyse2 fronting a high end Krell/Bryston/big B&W 800 series system at a local hifi shop and the sound was compelling (they are also a Linn dealer but were using the Rega in this system). |
A good system will, of course, reveal the strengths of the source, but also the weaknesses. It will also reveal how much better a better table/arm is. The P5 is a great value, no question. That doesn't make it a giant killer, just a good choice at its price, with it's own set of characteristics. One thing I would pay special attention to in pairing a P5 with a system out of its league is cartridge matching and set up. You want to make sure that there are no nasties in the upper frequencies to be revealed. I would error, if necessary, in the direction of smooth on top. |
