Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set vs Rega Planar 78
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Choosing between the Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set and Rega Planar 78? 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 Juke Box S2 HiFi Set scores higher in form factor, room fit. The Rega Planar 78 leads in value.
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 Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 3 scored dimensions. The Rega Planar 78 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 Juke Box S2 HiFi Set
Rega Planar 78
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Speeds (RPM) | 33, 45 | 33, 45, 78 |
| Drive Type | belt | belt |
| Platter Material | — | — |
| Tonearm Type | — | straight |
| Tonearm Length | — | 237mm |
| Cartridge Included | Yes | Yes |
| Cartridge Type | Pick it 25A | Rega Ania Pro |
| Built-in Phono Preamp | No | No |
| Wow & Flutter | 33: +/-0.25%; 45: +/-0.23% | — |
| Signal-to-Noise | — | — |
| Motor Type | — | DC |
| Auto-Stop | No | No |
| Dust Cover Included | Yes | Yes |
| USB Output | No | No |
| Bluetooth Output | No | No |
Key Differences
- Speeds (RPM): Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set at 33, 45 vs Rega Planar 78 at 33, 45, 78
- Tonearm Type: Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set at — vs Rega Planar 78 at straight
- Tonearm Length: Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set at — vs Rega Planar 78 at 237mm
- Cartridge Type: Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set at Pick it 25A vs Rega Planar 78 at Rega Ania Pro
- Wow & Flutter: Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set at 33: +/-0.25%; 45: +/-0.23% vs Rega Planar 78 at —
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Pro-Ject Juke Box S2 HiFi Set and Rega Planar 78 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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