Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable vs Rega Planar 3 RS Edition
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Choosing between the Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable and Rega Planar 3 RS Edition? Both compete in the Turntable segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable scores higher in value. The Rega Planar 3 RS Edition leads in form factor, room fit.
These two Turntable options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Rega Planar 3 RS Edition is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 3 scored dimensions. The Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable
Rega Planar 3 RS Edition
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Speeds (RPM) | 33, 45 | 33, 45 |
| Drive Type | belt | belt |
| Platter Material | glass | glass |
| Tonearm Type | straight | straight |
| Tonearm Length | 218.5mm | 237mm |
| Cartridge Included | Yes | Yes |
| Cartridge Type | Ortofon 2M Red | Rega Elys 2 |
| Built-in Phono Preamp | No | No |
| Wow & Flutter | 33: +/-0.16%; 45: +/-0.14% | — |
| Signal-to-Noise | 68dB | — |
| Motor Type | — | DC |
| Auto-Stop | No | No |
| Dust Cover Included | No | Yes |
| USB Output | No | No |
| Bluetooth Output | No | No |
Key Differences
- Tonearm Length: Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable at 218.5mm vs Rega Planar 3 RS Edition at 237mm
- Cartridge Type: Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable at Ortofon 2M Red vs Rega Planar 3 RS Edition at Rega Elys 2
- Wow & Flutter: Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable at 33: +/-0.16%; 45: +/-0.14% vs Rega Planar 3 RS Edition at —
- Signal-to-Noise: Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable at 68dB vs Rega Planar 3 RS Edition at —
- Motor Type: Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable at — vs Rega Planar 3 RS Edition at DC
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Pro-Ject AC/DC Turntable and Rega Planar 3 RS Edition compare to the rest of the field.
Best Turntable RankingsSpecifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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