Rega Nd5 Neodymium Moving Magnet Cartridge

Rega Nd5 Neodymium Moving Magnet Cartridge

The all new Nd5 moving magnet cartridge was developed over 10 years and promises to deliver ‘next level’ performance from moving magnet technology. Rega believes the Nd range (patent pending) is a world first to use ultra-high powered Neodymium magnets which allow Rega to create this totally unique design.

Key Features:

• Perfect elliptical nude diamond profile stylus
• Aluminium cantilever
• Neodymium magnet
• Unique generator
• Rega 3 point mounting system
• Highly rigid lightweight PPS body
• Handmade stereo cartridge
• 100% recyclable packaging
• Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects

Specification Sheet (PDF, 125KB)

Advanced Technology

Each Nd5 is meticulously hand-made by Rega's highly skilled technicians. The design uses brand new generator geometry with perfect symmetry to achieve accurate channel balance. The Nd5 also has an optimised pole gap for superior linearity and cross talk characteristics, this provides a far wider soundstage than the previous models. This new cartridge is created with miniaturised parallel coils which are wound in house utilising 38-micron wire with just 1275 turns. This produces a low inductance, low impedance generator giving vastly improved high frequency response.

Nd Magnet Technology

Often used in Moving Coil designs, Rega believe the Nd5 is the first moving magnet to utilise a Neodymium (Nd) N55 magnet. This is the world’s most powerful commercially available magnet and is a crucial component that makes this unique design possible by delivering extra power than standard bar magnet designs.

Glass Filled PPS Body

The complete assembly is housed in a zero tolerance Injection moulded glass filled polyphenylene sulphide body (PPS) which is a lightweight and highly rigid material. A low mass body reduces stress on the tonearm bearings and aids free movement which is critical in accurate vinyl replay. This new body design was inspired by Rega's hugely successful MC range.

Cantilever & Stylus Profile

The Nd5 aluminium cantilever is fitted with a precision perfect elliptical nude diamond stylus. This profile provides exceptional tracking accuracy and extracts greater levels of detail from the vinyl surface.

The unique pivot pad design of Rega cartridges improves performance by eliminating the mechanical joint between the stylus housing and the main body. This vastly improves tracking ability and stability of the stylus.