A lively, dynamic and simple entry-level turntable judged the best budget buy under 400 euro.
Rega Planar 1
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We have found 3 professional reviews of the exact Rega Planar 1 so far. All 3 critics recommend it.
Reviewed by LB Tech Reviews, TechRadar and Tech Advisor · reviews checked 1 Nov 2026
What do critics say about the Rega Planar 1?
Named the best affordable turntable and an Editor's Choice, with a unified, detailed and dynamic sound and expert build.
Listed first in a roundup, the Planar 1 is praised for smooth, quality performance and clean design.
Too few reviews for a critic score, so it isn't ranked. We publish a full score once 4 professional reviews of the exact model exist.
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Does the Rega Planar 1 have a critic score?
Not yet. We have found 3 professional reviews of the exact model. Their average is 86, which we show as a provisional score. We publish a critic score, and rank the product, once at least 4 reviews exist.