REGA ND5 MM CARTRIDGE LAUNCHED

The Rega Nd5 MM Cartridge is the second model from the new Nd range of handmade moving magnet cartridges from Rega.

Rega says the Rega Nd5 MM Cartridge is the first to use a Neodymium N55 magnet.

REGA ND5 MM CARTRIDGE

Named after the rare earth element Nd (Neodymium), the all new Rega Nd5 MM Cartridge is the first moving magnet to utilise a Neodymium N55 magnet.

This is the world’s most powerful commercially available magnet and is a crucial component that makes this unique design possible by providing more power than standard bar magnet designs. This all-new construction was developed over 10 years and promises to deliver ‘next level’ performance from moving magnet technology, says Rega.

NEW GENERATOR GEOMETRY

Each Nd5 is handmade by Rega technicians. The design uses a brand-new generator geometry with perfect symmetry to achieve highly accurate channel balance. The Nd5 also has an optimised pole gap for superior linearity and crosstalk characteristics, they claim.

This new cartridge is created with miniaturised parallel coils which are wound in-house, utilising 38-micron wire with just 1275 turns. This produces a low inductance, low impedance generator giving improved high frequency response and soundstage.

PERFECT ELLIPTICAL NUDE DIAMOND STYLUS

The Nd5 aluminium cantilever is fitted with a precision ‘perfect elliptical nude diamond’ stylus. This profile is designed to provide tracking accuracy.

In keeping with Rega’s commitment to sustainability, the Nd range is supplied in 100% recyclable packaging. The Nd5 is easily identified from its smoked clear cover.

REGA ND5 MM CARTRIDGE SPECS

Nominal Output Voltage: 5-6mV

Stylus: Perfect elliptical nude diamond

Fixing: 3 point fixing

Coils: Miniaturised parallel coils

Window Colour: Clear smoked

Tracking pressure: 1.75g

REGA ND5 MM CARTRIDGE PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

The Nd5 replaces the Exact in the Rega range and is available factory fitted to the Planar 3 or Planar 6 models at a discounted rate.

UK Nd5 Price: SSP £295

Factory fitted options:

Nd5 fitted to Planar 3 UK SSP £895 – Available from July.

Nd5 fitted to Planar 6 UK SSP £1450 – Available from July.

HiFi PiG Says: An innovative new cartridge from Rega!