The io is an Integrated Amplifier by Rega that delivers 30 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms. Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the io compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Rega io lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Rega io has an MSRP of 725$.
Rega io Amplifier Internal View
There are 5 Rega amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Rega Integrated Amplifier Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The Rega io is rated at 30 watts RMS into 8-ohms.
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 30 watts into 8-ohms (5-40k) at
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
When pairing the Rega io with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the Rega io Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Rega io amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Rega io, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Rega io has total of 2 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
Rega io Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
- Phono Input
Outputs
Bluetooth Connectivity
Rega io doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your Rega io. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 4 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Rega io features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Rega io Physical Controls
Rega io Handheld Remote
Rega io External Dimensions and Weight
Rega io has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 2.7inch x 7.1inch x 11.4inch (68.0mm x 180.0mm x 290.0mm ). The unit weighs
2.90kg / 6.4lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Rega io is approximately 522.0cm2 / 80.9inch2.
- Width: 180.0mm (7.1")
- Height: 68.0mm (2.7")
- Depth: 290.0mm (11.4")
- Weight: 2.90 kg (6.60lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~522.0cm2 / 80.9inch2
- Volume: ~3.5 liter / 0.9 gallon
Available colors
Rega io is available in Black color options.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Rega io Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Rega io
Warranty
Lifetime Limited Warranty of parts warranty and Lifetime Limited Warranty of labor warranty is generally provided for the Rega io by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
Rega |
| Full Model Name |
Rega io |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
30 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
N/A |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
5-40k |
| THD |
|
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
N/A |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
No |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
N/A |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
2 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
No |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
No |
| USB Input |
No |
| Preamp Outputs |
No |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Subwoofer Output |
Yes |
| Removable Power Cord |
Yes |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
68.0mm (2.7") |
| Width |
180.0mm (7.1") |
| Depth |
290.0mm (11.4") |
| Weight |
2.90 kg (6.60lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Labor Warranty |
Lifetime Limited Warranty |