Type: Belt driven
Operation: Manual
Speeds: 33⅓, 45 RPM
Speed change: Electronic
Cartridge: Rega Nd5 moving magnet
Phono stage? No
Bluetooth? No
Dimensions (hwd): 11.7cm x 44.7 x 36 cm
Weight: 6kg
Finishes: x 1 (brushed aluminium)
The Planar 3 RS Edition is a sublime spinner, scoring high across all areas of performance, build quality, usability and design. A very worthy Award-winner.
Pros
- Lively, detailed, entertaining sound
- More rhythmically precise and dynamically expressive than the Compass
- Excellent build quality
- Lovely to use
Cons
- Extra rack space for outboard power supply unit
- Compass offers an open and broader soundstage
Type: Belt driven
Operation: Manual
Speeds: 33⅓, 45 RPM
Speed change: Electronic
Cartridge: Clearaudio N1 moving magnet
Phono stage? No
Bluetooth? No
Dimensions (hwd): 12 x 43.5 x 34 cm
Weight: 8.4kg
Finishes: x 2 (silver, black)
The Compass is Clearaudio's newest entry-level turntable, blending modern styling and weighty build with a detailed, composed and controlled presentation.
Pros
- Full, impressively composed sound
- Agile bass outmatches the Planar 3 RS Edition
- Smart, minimalist design
- Simple to operate
Cons
- Not as dynamic, precise or entertaining as the RS Edition
- Paint finish is of poor quality in some parts
