Stephen Mejias

The NEW Rega RP-1 Turntable!

Stephen Mejias  |  Jul 30, 2010

Well, all the cool kids are going to want one of these. Rega strikes back with their new RP-1 turntable.

For now, all I know is what you know. Click here for the pretty pictures, a nice new logo, and a list of appetizing features.

But I'll tell you this:

Rega's new RP-1 turntable might just be the perfect source for Stereophile's new monthly column, "The Entry Level." But, we'll see about that.

COMMENTS
Justin's picture
Submitted by Justin (not verified) on July 31, 2010 - 12:12am

Very cool, and possibly a response to the negative commentary they have been receiving online about the durability of the previous P1. I have not heard that model but I did pass on an entry-level Rega as the upgraded models (like the one Stephen enjoys at home) did not fit into my budget. (The ProJect Debut III did.) But Rega has a stellar reputation based on what one reads across the Internet, as well as Stephen's periodic plugs about how happy his table makes him. So one question for anyone who may know: How much are they charging for this?? (I did not see that info. on their site.)

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Submitted by Jim Tavegia (not verified) on July 31, 2010 - 7:26am

Stephen,Thanks for the update. This could a homerun if the price is not much about the current $399. They need to send one to AD right away!!!!

Trey's picture
Submitted by Trey (not verified) on July 31, 2010 - 5:25pm

Oh my goodness, are you getting a column? (Crosses fingers.)

Sam's picture
Submitted by Sam (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 12:41am

Yes, I too would love to see a column about 'entry level' penned by Mr. Mejias. Here here!

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Submitted by michaelavorgna (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 11:18am

Count me in for the 'I'd love to read a regular column by Mr. Mejias in the magazine' group. Bravo Stereophile!

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Submitted by Markus Sauer (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 3:21pm

Ditto. Yay Steven!

JHalpern's picture
Submitted by JHalpern (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 3:29pm

I would love to see Stephen with his own column! DO IT!

Stephen Mejias's picture
Submitted by Stephen Mejias (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 3:56pm

Thanks, guys. The current plan has the first installment of the column in our the January 2011 issue. We are now shipping October to pre-press, so we're only months away.

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Submitted by Patrick Amory (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 4:36pm

This would be so great. I love Stephen's writing, and I love his particular interests (vinyl and analog audio generally).

john devore's picture
Submitted by john devore (not verified) on August 3, 2010 - 7:39pm

I'm with JHalpern: DO IT!

Andrew Klein's picture
Submitted by Andrew Klein (not verified) on August 4, 2010 - 7:58pm

That's great news. Stephen's enthusiastic passion for audio and more importantly music, makes the refreshingly youthful slant in his writing a heretofore underrepresented viewpoint in the audio press. His voice will be most welcome as a regular addition to the magazine.

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Submitted by Stephen Mejias (not verified) on August 5, 2010 - 6:25am

Oh, you guys. You will all be characters in this column, I hope you know. The Monkeyhaus Crue in full effect.

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Submitted by TooLoudASolitude (not verified) on August 6, 2010 - 7:51pm

Count me in for the 'I'd love to read a regular column by Mr. Mejias in the magazine' group as well.

smittyman's picture
Submitted by smittyman (not verified) on August 7, 2010 - 2:25pm

Add me to the list of enthusiastic supporters. Always enjoy Stephen's blog and he has as often pointed this 53 year old towards new music as reminded me about forgotten favorites. Go Stephen.

Trey's picture
Submitted by Trey (not verified) on August 8, 2010 - 8:21am

Outstanding!!!!! Congratulation! I am really stoked for you and look forward to reading it. I hope Sam's health returns. But this is really fun news.

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