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Rega Aphelion 2 MC Phono Cartridge

Name: Rega Aphelion 2 MC Phono Cartridge
Brand: Rega
SKU: Aphelion 2
Price: 6999.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

SKU: Aphelion 2

$6,999.00

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The Aphelion 2 is the ultimate in micro engineering and design. Our unique hand-wound micro cross and coil assembly is built directly onto a Boron rod cantilever. The advanced ‘fine line’ profile nude diamond is then mounted through 90 degrees which offers extreme levels of stiffness and control over the stylus. This design requires a ‘zero tolerance’ approach to engineering to achieve the highest level of performance from a Rega cartridge to date. Designed to complement the reference range of Rega turntables including the Naiad.

Rega’s Moving Coil cartridge design is unique in its approach to achieving an ultra-low mass generator which is undamped (no tie wire) using a unique rhomboid pivot for the cantilever powered by a purpose designed, exclusive to Rega, Neodymium magnet system. This type of design requires a zero-tolerance engineered cartridge body which is Rega’s area of expertise and with the Aphelion 2 these bodies are machined from one piece of the highest quality aluminium. This is a difficult and expensive process requiring all of Rega’s years of experience to achieve. In particular, the “zero” tolerancing of the body is required in the alignment and dimension of the pivot pad mounting hole and the magnet mechanism mounting hole relationship.

Conventional MC cartridges utilize a steel suspension system (tie wire) which creates a high amplitude H.F. resonance (normally around 8-12 kHz). Such resonance is unacceptable and is usually damped by a rudimentary piece of foam rubber. However, the foam rubber deteriorates with age and cannot prevent the complete structure from vibrating and “ringing”. The specifics and adjustment of the tie wire and damping determine whether the cartridge is under damped (bright) or over damped (warm and bass heavy). A happy medium is rarely achieved. This encouraged Rega to pursue a new direction inspired by modern materials and the basic laws of magnetism. The Aphelion 2 contains neither a tie wire nor a foam damper. Moving coil aficionados will all recognise the long search for super clear, high frequency combined with firm, tight bass, characteristics all Rega moving coils exhibit.

About Rega

Rega is a British manufacturer of high-quality turntables and audio equipment. The company was founded in 1973 by Roy Gandy, who began by designing and building turntables in his spare time.

Rega's product line includes a wide range of turntables, from entry-level models to high-end audiophile models. They also produce a variety of phono preamplifiers, amplifiers, speakers, and other audio components.

One of Rega's strengths is their focus on simplicity and quality. They use high-quality materials and components, such as precision-machined aluminum and carbon fiber tonearms, to ensure their turntables deliver excellent sound quality. Rega also pays close attention to the design and engineering of their products, resulting in turntables that are easy to set up and use.

Rega has gained a reputation for their excellent value for money, with their products offering high-end performance at a relatively affordable price point. They are also known for their attention to detail, such as the hand-assembled and tested construction of their turntables.

Rega has won numerous awards and accolades for their products over the years, and are highly regarded by audiophiles and music lovers worldwide. The company has also been involved in various charitable and community initiatives, further contributing to their positive reputation.

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