RB220 Tonearm

The RB220 is the latest evolution of one of Rega’s most popular tonearms.

This updated design benefits from Rega’s newly developed arm tube and the current three-point mounting system. Each RB220 is meticulously hand-assembled, resulting in a precision-crafted tonearm that delivers extremely low friction levels and performance that far exceeds expectations at this price point.

The RB220 features Rega’s custom one-piece aluminum arm tube, carefully manufactured to optimize performance while minimizing stress on Rega’s ultra-low-friction polymer bearings (patent pending). Each tonearm is assembled by hand using Rega’s specialized tools and calibrated torque settings to ensure optimum performance. This rigorous attention to detail guarantees perfect tracking and maximizes the information extracted from the vinyl surface.

The RB220 is equipped with a pre-set bias, making it even easier to set up than previous models. Rega’s self-adjusting bias system dynamically alters the bias force as the arm tracks the record, ensuring even performance and eliminating the need for manual adjustment.

This tonearm is a precision-engineered component. To maintain its ultra-low friction performance and meet strict weight requirements, many of its parts are delicate and require careful handling. The tonearm should always be treated with care. Under no circumstances should any part be removed or tampered with. Any attempt to modify or repair this product—other than through an authorized Rega retailer listed on www.rega.co.uk—will void the lifetime warranty.

Rega is renowned for its tonearm designs, which are characterized by near-frictionless movement in both horizontal and vertical planes, with no measurable free play in the bearing assemblies (typically within one or two microns of preload). Why has Rega spent over thirty years refining this aspect of tonearm engineering? Because removing even microscopic levels of unwanted movement results in more accurate tracking and dramatically improves sonic performance.