Rega Nd3 Moving Magnet Cartridge

The Rega Nd3 is a landmark moment in moving magnet cartridge design — the result of over ten years of dedicated development by one of Britain's most celebrated audio engineering teams. Named after the rare earth element Neodymium (Nd), this extraordinary cartridge is believed to be the world's first moving magnet design to harness the power of an Nd N55 magnet — the most powerful commercially available magnet on the planet. The technology, more commonly seen in high-end moving coil designs, has been brought down to a far more accessible price point without compromising on the performance that Rega is renowned for.

At the heart of the Nd3 is a completely new generator geometry, engineered with perfect symmetry for accurate channel balance and an optimised pole gap that delivers superior linearity and dramatically reduced crosstalk. The result is a soundstage that's noticeably wider and more precisely defined than anything the previous generation could offer. The miniaturised parallel coils are wound in-house using ultra-fine 38-micron wire with exactly 1,275 turns, producing a low inductance, low impedance generator that brings a vastly improved high-frequency response — crisp, articulate, and full of life.

Each Nd3 is painstakingly handmade by Rega's skilled technicians at their factory in Southend-on-Sea. The bonded elliptical profile stylus, crafted from manmade polycrystalline diamond, is bonded to a round titanium shank on an aluminium cantilever — a combination that offers exceptional tracking accuracy and unearths the finest detail from the groove. The complete assembly sits within a highly rigid, lightweight glass-filled PPS (polyphenylene sulphide) body, inspired by Rega's acclaimed moving coil range. This low-mass body reduces unnecessary stress on tonearm bearings and allows the stylus to track the groove with complete freedom.

The Nd3 is available as a factory-fitted option on the Rega Planar 2 and Rega Planar 3 turntables at a discounted package rate — an outstanding combination for anyone looking to get the very best from their vinyl collection straight out of the box. When paired with a quality phono stage and amplifier, the Nd3 brings a level of musical energy and precision that truly punches above its weight.

Rega's unique rebuild scheme means your cartridge is never a write-off — simply return a worn or damaged Nd3 to us and it can be rebuilt with a new cantilever, stylus, and pivot pad at a fraction of replacement cost. And in keeping with Rega's ongoing commitment to sustainability, the Nd range ships in 100% recyclable packaging.

Critically acclaimed since its launch, the Nd3 has earned Best Buy recognition from What Hi-Fi?, AVForums, and The Ear — a well-deserved testament to just how significant a step forward this cartridge represents for moving magnet technology.

Key Features & Specifications

• Magnet type: Neodymium N55 — the world's most powerful commercially available magnet
• Stylus profile: Bonded elliptical — manmade polycrystalline diamond
• Cantilever: Aluminium
• Stylus shank: Round titanium
• Generator design: Brand-new geometry with miniaturised parallel coils wound in-house
• Wire gauge: 38-micron, 1,275 turns
• Output voltage: 5–6 mV (nominal)
• Tracking pressure: 1.75 g
• Mounting system: Rega 3-point fixing
• Body: Highly rigid, lightweight glass-filled PPS
• Coil configuration: Miniaturised parallel coils (low inductance, low impedance)
• Window colour: Red
• Packaging: 100% recyclable
• Warranty: Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
• Rebuild scheme: Available via your dealer — new cantilever, stylus, and pivot pad at a reduced cost

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Not sure whether the Nd3 is right for your turntable or system? Our team at Martins Hi-Fi are always happy to help. Whether you're upgrading an existing deck or building a new vinyl setup from scratch, we can guide you through the options.

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