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Fully upgraded Rega P3 vs P8

Once again, I'm seeking advice from you guys.  I want to first say that I really appreciate all the helpful suggestions I've received here.  I don't really participate much except to ask questions but I'm just eager to learn.

I have a Rega P3 with pretty much all the upgrades:

external power supply upgrade
white belt
groove tracer reference subplatter
groove tracer delrin platter
groove tracer counterweight
Apheta 2 cartridge (I got this at an incredible discount so I couldn't resist)

First I should say I realize I should have saved my money on all the upgrades and bought a higher end tt to begin with but the P3 was my first serious tt and the upgrades were part of my journey

I have a feeling that with all the upgrades I have met and perhaps surpassed the performance of the P6.  I'm wondering if going to a P8 on an RP8 would yield a significant upgrade?  I realize that my table is outmatched by my cart.  I'm loving the sound right now and I don't have the itch to upgrade.... yet.  I'm just curious to see what folks think?  

thanks so much

adam8179
orpheus10
8,668 posts
 
Tone arm wire gave the biggest improvement.  Wire oxidizes over a period of time and doesn't conduct electricity as well, although you can't tell it until you replace it and notice the new clarity.

I wouldn't do it myself again, I would have it done by the people who sell the wire.

Happy listening!
orpheus10
8,668 posts
 

When I upgrade, it will be to the Rega Planar 10. I don't have a permanent space for a turntable, therefore I like the light weight of the Rega's; I can easily set them up and take them down. That's in addition to the sound of course.

orpheus10
8,668 posts
 

Adam, did you do this;


    https://www.musicdirect.com/equipment/rega-24v-motor-upgrade-kit
lewm
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Uninsulated copper wire would oxidize on its surface, to copper oxide, which is an inferior conductor compared to pure copper. But who uses bare wire? Teflon coated copper should remain free of oxidation for many years. Other, looser types of insulation might not prevent oxidation. Silver oxide, in contrast, is just as good a conductor as pure silver. No worries about its oxidizing.
orpheus10
8,668 posts
 

Adam, once you make "all" of the upgrades, I suggest that you request a Planar 8 as a loaner that you can audition and compare to your completely modified P-3, which is no longer a P-3.

Ask "musical direct" for a loaner. Of course you will pay shipping and leave a refundable deposit, but that way you will know for certain which way to go.
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