Rega io £380
Hi-Fi Choice|May 2021
Though Rega’s amplification starting point is analogue only, its sonic talent is no surprise
Rega io £380

DETAILS

PRODUCT Rega io

ORIGIN UK

TYPE Integrated amplifier

WEIGHT 2.9kg

DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) 180 x 68 x 290mm

FEATURES

Quoted power output: 2x 30W (8ohm)

Inputs: 2x RCA; 1x MM phono stage

DISTRIBUTOR Rega Research Ltd.

If you’re tempted to infer from the io’s name that the little amp is half a Brio (HFC 422), the model one tier higher up the range, that would be selling it somewhat short. Sure, it’s quite a bit smaller and some £220 cheaper but, truth is, it’s a Brio with a few strategic cost-saving revisions in a smaller, cheaper chassis. Arguably, this makes it, even more, cost-effective than its thoroughly excellent sibling, and that’s saying something.

The io made its debut as part of Rega’s System One, three components in a synergistic alliance – a Planar 1 turntable, a pair of Kyte speakers and the io – for just £999. But it can also be purchased separately and only the AXA35 costs less in the group.

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