{"product_id":"rega-apheta-3-mc-tonabnehmer","title":"Rega Apheta 3 MC Cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Apheta 3 is a moving-coil cartridge with a fine-line diamond and hand-wound micro coil system, which Rega recommends for the Planar 8 and Planar 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Apheta 3?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apheta 3 embodies Rega's experience from its own MC production: an extremely light, precise coil system, mounted on an aluminium body with the same 3-point mounting as every Rega cartridge – no fiddling on installation, just plug-and-play precision at a high level. The fine-line diamond reads the finest groove structures that simpler cuts miss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA calm, detail-rich sonic background, fine resolution of overtones and soundstage depth, without ever sounding harsh or analytical – typical Rega, just with more resolving power than the MM and entry-level MC models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Apheta 3 for? (and who it's not for)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Planar 8 and Planar 10 owners who want a cartridge that matches the deck's calibre. \u003cstrong\u003ePlain talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e on a Planar 3 or 6, the Apheta 3 is sonically overkill – there, the Ania or Ania Pro offer the more sensible price-to-performance ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cartridge that actually delivers on the resolution of Rega's higher-end decks. If you're playing in this league, you should listen to it before going to the competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: MC (Moving Coil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: bare fine-line diamond (Vital profile)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNominal output voltage: 350 µV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tracking force: 1.9–2.0 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended input impedance: 100 Ohm, 1000 pF, high gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for: Planar 8, Planar 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's included: 1 cartridge incl. mounting screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich turntable is the Apheta 3 designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRega recommends the Apheta 3 for the Planar 8 (RB880 tonearm) and the Planar 10 (RB3000 tonearm) – there it shows off its resolving power, without the rest of the chain needing to already be at reference level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a special phono stage for the Apheta 3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, an MC-capable phono stage with a high-gain setting, matching the recommended input impedance of 100 Ohm at 1000 pF – such as the Rega Aos or an equivalent third-party brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Apheta 3 differ from the Ania Pro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apheta 3 uses a finer fine-line profile and a more elaborate coil construction, which shows up as even more calm and detail in the sound – at the cost of a higher price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the recommended tracking force?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRega specifies 1.9 to 2.0 grams. A precise scale like the Rega Atlas MK2 helps you set the force exactly and protects the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthorized Rega dealer with an experienced team, our own technician for advice, fitting and service, delivery in the Lake Zurich region. Call us, write to us, or drop by – we'll advise you on your whole chain, not just one component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rega \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstaerker\"\u003eAos or Aura\u003c\/a\u003e as a matching MC phono stage, plus the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003ePlanar 8 or Planar 10\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53484417614160,"sku":null,"price":1699.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/rega-apheta-3-mc-tonabnehmer-schraegansicht.png?v=1788002291","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/rega-apheta-3-mc-tonabnehmer","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}