Rega Nd5 MM Cartridge 3-hole mounting

Rega Nd5 MM cartridge

The brand-new Rega Nd5 moving magnet cartridge is the culmination of over ten years of intensive development and promises outstanding performance at the cutting edge of moving magnet technology. The Nd series, currently patented, sets new standards with the use of an ultra-powerful neodymium magnet, which makes this unique design possible.

Advanced Moving Magnet Technology

The Nd5 is meticulously handcrafted by highly skilled technicians. Its stylus features a perfect elliptical Nude Diamond profile, achieved through a precise elliptical grinding process using polycrystalline synthetic diamond. This advanced construction allows for precise channel balance and exceptional sonic fidelity. Additionally, the Nd5 boasts optimized pole spacing for superior linearity and crosstalk characteristics, resulting in a significantly wider soundstage compared to previous models. The cartridge incorporates miniaturized parallel coils wound with 38-micron wire and only 1275 turns. This creates a low-inductance, low-impedance generator, delivering significantly improved high-frequency reproduction.

Key features

• Perfect elliptical nude diamond needle profile
• Aluminum side tile
• Neodymium magnet
• Unique generator
• Rega 3-point mounting system
• Highly rigid, lightweight PPS housing
• Handcrafted stereo pickup
• Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

Nd magnet technology

The Nd5 is possibly the first moving magnet cartridge to use a neodymium (Nd) N55 magnet, the world's most powerful commercially available magnet. This key component enables the Nd5's unique design and delivers more power than conventional bar magnets.

Housing made of glass fiber reinforced PPS

The entire assembly is housed in a hardened chassis made of glass-fiber reinforced polyphenylene sulfide (PPS). This lightweight and highly rigid material reduces the chassis weight and minimizes stress on the tonearm bearings, thus supporting precise movement and accurate record playback. This new chassis design was inspired by the successful MC series.

Cantilever & needle profile

The Nd5's aluminum cantilever is equipped with a precise, perfectly elliptical Nude Diamond stylus. This profile ensures exceptional tracking accuracy and extracts greater detail from the vinyl surface.

Factory-installed options

The Nd5 cartridge is offered as a factory-installed option for the award-winning Planar 3 and Planar 6 turntable models. Designed specifically for these turntables, the Nd5 promises to bring out the best in your record collection. The factory-installed packages are offered at a discounted price compared to purchasing the components separately.

Dismantling program

Rega cartridges' unique pivot pad design enhances performance by eliminating the mechanical joint between the stylus body and the main body. This significantly improves tracking ability and stylus stability. If a Rega cartridge becomes damaged or worn, it can simply be returned to the dealer, who will supply a refurbished model with a new cantilever, stylus, and pivot pad. Each refurbished cartridge is fully tested like a new one and offered at a reduced price comparable to that of a replacement stylus from other manufacturers.

The Rega Nd5 MM cartridge is the ideal choice for audiophile listeners seeking the highest precision and unsurpassed sound quality.

Technical data

• Nominal output voltage: 5-6mV
• Needle profile: Perfect elliptical nude diamond profile
• Fixing: 3-point fastening system
• Coils: Miniaturized parallel coils
• Window color: Clear smoky
• Tracking force: 1.75g