Rega Exact 2 MM Phono Cartridge
The Rega Exact 2 is a meticulously hand-assembled moving magnet phono cartridge designed to extract maximum musical detail from your vinyl collection. Engineered for exceptional tracking accuracy and stunning stereo imaging, it features an advanced Vital stylus profile and high-specification internal coils. The precise channel balance creates an immersive soundstage, while the signature Rega three-point mounting system enhances rigidity. It is a natural fit for the Rega Planar 6 and an excellent upgrade for the Planar 3, Planar 8, and Planar 10 turntables.
$450.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1414
/ 1649
#1414 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-64%
Below average
Output
7.0
/ mV
Who it's for
- Exceptional Detail and Dynamics
- Seamless Rega Integration
- High Output Voltage
Who should skip it
- High Cost for MM Technology
- Non-User Replaceable Stylus
- Limited Universal Compatibility
Key Specs
Output
7.0 mV
Stylus
Vital complex fine line
Mounting System
Rega 3-point fixing
Coils
High-spec parallel wound
Channel Balance
±0.1 mV
Tracking Force
1.75 g
Impedance
47 k Ohms
Material
Aluminum
Features
- Hand-built for superior quality
- Extracts maximum music from vinyl
- Custom-wound coils for stereo generator
- Rigorous testing ensures strict parameters are met
- Unrivaled clarity and engaging stereo imaging
- Natural dynamic performance
- Vital profile diamond stylus
- Easy installation with 3-point mounting system
What customers say
Owners overwhelmingly praise the Rega Exact 2 for its exceptional synergy, especially with Rega turntables. The three point mounting system ensures effortless setup and optimal alignment immediately. Sonically, the cartridge delivers a vibrant, dynamic, and highly engaging sound. Listeners commend its ability to reveal intricate musical details, creating a rich soundstage with impressive clarity. Bass is punchy, the midrange articulate, and highs crisp yet fatigue free. Many report a significant upgrade, finding the sound more musical and immersive. While premium priced for an MM cartridge, the performance strongly justifies the investment for those maximizing their Rega system.
Know before you buy
The three-point system ensures the cartridge is perfectly aligned and rigidly fixed to the tonearm headshell. This design eliminates the need for complex manual alignment tools and maximizes the structural integrity between the cartridge and the arm for better vibration control.
While the three-point mounting system is optimized for Rega tonearms, it can be used on other turntables if the headshell allows for standard mounting. However, you will lose the alignment benefits of the three-point design, and you may need to use standard hardware.
The Vital stylus is a complex fine-line profile that reaches deeper into the record groove than standard elliptical styli. This allows it to extract more high-frequency detail and provide better tracking accuracy, resulting in a clearer, more immersive soundstage.
No, the Exact 2 is a moving magnet (MM) cartridge with a standard output of 7.0 mV. It is designed to work perfectly with any standard MM phono input on your amplifier or external phono stage.
The recommended tracking force is 1.75 grams. It is important to set this accurately using a stylus pressure gauge to ensure the best tracking performance and to protect your vinyl records from unnecessary wear.
The Exact 2 features higher-specification internal coils and a more sophisticated Vital stylus profile compared to Rega’s entry-level models. These upgrades provide significantly better channel balance, improved stereo imaging, and a more natural, dynamic presentation of the music.
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