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Rega RP8 vs. Planar 6

I’ve seen the Rega RP8 on sale for $2000, which is $1000 off (not to be confused  with the newer and more expensive Planar 8). The Rega Planar 6 lists for a few hundred dollars less and is a newer model with a newer power supply.  Since the RP8 and Planar6 aren’t that far apart price wise, any advice about which is preferable?
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cd318
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If it has to be one or the other then the skeletal RP8 would be my choice. 

Resonance control is the name of the game.


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noromance
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Save another grand and get the new P8.
rcronk
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I moved into a Planar 6 a few months ago after a few months with a new Planar 3.  I was so pleased I that traded up in just a few months later.  I think the price on the RP8 is because it will be discontinued with the release of the Planar 8.   Now, let's talk about that!
sbrownnw
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I would say buy an RP6, GT reference subplatter, Herbie mat, very good low MC phono preamp and AT-33PTG/II from 2juki on eBay. Is what I have and sounds great
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