Rega Planar 2 tweaked again!
I have been curious about replacement counterweights for the RB tonearms and all the claims for improved performance. This morning I replaced the stock weight with the Michell Tecno Weight. The MTW rides lower on the tonearm for better tracking and lower distortion. My first reaction was a very silky and extended treble. Bass on some Telarc recordings are much cleaner. Greater seperation and focus of the soundstage. Definitely improved performance. Very easy to install.
The Incognito Rewire is also responsible for improved sound with my table. Opened up the sound and extended the highs. Removed a greyish coloration to the sound.
The Ringmat mat was a vast improvement over the felt. Bass is tighter and midrange more detailed and lively.
The DeepGroove subplatter helped with the speed issues with Regas. The all metal subplatter is said to be very slightly larger to run at the correct speed. I recently replaced the stock subplatter and the music sounded a little sharp and bright. I returned the DG subplatter and was pleased that for the investment there is an obvious improvement.
The Planar 2 is a good turntable that can be improved by some easy to install tweaks. I did pay to have the tonearm rewired. Now I have a very enjoyable speed accurate table with a very good tracking tonearm/cartridge combo. The only other thing I can think to do is buy more vinyl.