The Rega RB Titanium is a reference-level tonearm, representing the culmination of decades of Rega’s engineering expertise. Originally developed exclusively for the flagship Naia turntable, this is the most advanced and accurate production tonearm Rega has ever manufactured, now available as a separate retail model. The RB Titanium is a masterpiece of design, meticulously hand-built to achieve near-frictionless movement and extract the subtlest details from your vinyl collection. Its structure is a testament to Rega's philosophy of minimal mass and maximum rigidity, ensuring that every nuance of the recording is delivered with breathtaking precision and musicality. Key Features One-Piece Titanium Vertical Bearing Housing: The RB Titanium features a new one-piece vertical bearing housing and vertical spindle assembly crafted from titanium, a material chosen for its extreme lightness and stiffness. Hand-Selected, Highest-Graded Bearings: The tonearm uses Rega’s highest graded bearings, with each set being hand-selected for a micron-perfect interference fit to the spindle, eliminating all free play and allowing for near-frictionless movement. Tungsten Balance Weight & Shaft: The design is completed with a tungsten balance weight and shaft, which is both extremely dense and stiff, contributing to the tonearm's low mass and superior performance. Low-Mass Hand-Polished Arm Tube: The RB Titanium features a hand-polished, low-mass aluminium arm tube, designed to effectively redistribute mass and reduce resonances for an inert platform. Advanced Low-Capacitance Phono Lead: The tonearm is fitted with a Rega-designed, low capacitance, high-performance phono lead, terminated with professional-grade Neutrik Profi RCA connectors to ensure the cleanest possible signal path. Lifetime Warranty: Built to the highest standards and backed by a lifetime warranty against any manufacturing defects. The Pursuit of Ultimate Precision Rega's obsession with eliminating bearing play is the driving force behind the RB Titanium's design. The arm is a perfect example of this philosophy, achieving near-frictionless movement with no measurable free play. Rega has invested over thirty years in perfecting this aspect of tonearm design, understanding that even microns of movement can cause the loss of musical information. The RB Titanium's bearing assembly is so precise that it allows the stylus to accurately track the microscopic ridges of a vinyl groove, which can be as small as 10 microns, ensuring every detail is faithfully retrieved. Engineering with Advanced Materials The RB Titanium's structure is designed with the minimum of mechanical joints and utilizes the stiffest materials in all critical areas. The use of a one-piece titanium vertical bearing housing and spindle assembly is a key innovation, borrowed from the flagship Naia turntable. This approach, along with the dense tungsten balance weight and shaft, ensures a rigid and stable foundation. The hand-polished, low-mass aluminum tube further contributes to the overall rigidity, creating a single, cohesive structure that prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonance from muddying the sound. A Masterpiece of Hand-Built Craftsmanship Like all Rega tonearms, the RB Titanium is meticulously hand-built by a team of highly skilled technicians. This is not a mass-produced item; it is an artisanal product where human expertise and attention to detail are paramount. From the hand-selection of the bearings to the precise polishing of the arm tube, every step in the process is carried out to maximize performance. This level of craftsmanship ensures that each tonearm is a unique instrument, capable of unlocking the full potential of any high-end vinyl system. The Listening Room Difference We’re a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on trust, not hype. Whether you’re visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don’t just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale. Specifications Effective Mass Low / 11 g Mounting Distance 222 mm Effective Length 236.5 mm Overhang 14.5 mm Offset Angle 21.55°
