What record weight for Rega RP10

Elliotnewcombjr. Thank you for your suggestion, my spindle isn’t 1/2” without a record so the reel holder would not present an issue. Is this something that you are using and what table do you have?

Stringreen. I am curious as to your response. Can you explain why you wouldn’t recommend using a weight at all on the RP10? Is there something in the design or the type of bearing that brings you to this conclusion? Thank you for your response.

Rega spent a huge amount of time reducing weight and optimizing the table for light weight to reduce resonance. From my experience when you add weight you take away from sound quality. This goes for what the player is sitting on as well. you do not want to add mass to a Rega playback system. I also do not think the plater is optimized for a clamp or weight either, but if you NEED one use something, a light weight clamp over a weight.

We did an experiment with the rega table sitting on a hi mass shelf and a low mass shelf and it was very aperient that the light weight shelf was superior in all regards. this was a Rega balsa wood shelf that weighed very little.

Glennewdick. Thank you for your response and I think what you describe is probably the best answer I have seen. As mentioned sound organization never gave me a response other than you shouldn't need one. Which I interpreted as Rega doesn't make and you won't need one till they do. A couple dealers really didn't answer the question directly except the one that sold me the Clearaudio clamp disc.

I think you answer tells me to move on and find something else to spend money on. Much appreciated!

The best way to enjoy a Rega P10 is to use it as designed-with the most Rega cart you can afford(Apheta), along with the best phonostage your wallet can tolerate

Nothing more.

Once that's accomplished, listen to records and avoid audio forums.

glennewdick:

Do you have a source for the Rega light weight (Balsa) shelf?

I've only seen their wall bracket frames (never shelves).

I use light/rigid Greater Ranges Neuance shelves under my TT/CD decks, but they are no longer available.

DeKay