It has no static and dampens the mechanical noise from the record player.
Felt record mat.
Selecting the right turntable mat is necessary to get the best operation.
Looptone 2 pcs turntable mat anti static felt record player slip mat designed for clear and live sound quality universal to all lp vinyl record players 27cm 11in 4 1 out of 5 stars 6 10 99 10.
Also all edges are heat sealed to eliminate any.
On the one hand they offer a safe soft surface to protect against scuffs and scratches but on the other hand felt mats are a magnet for dust lint and static.
The mat makes sure the records sit flat on the mat hence during playback less vibrations are impacted.
Your records will regularly cling to the mat which in turn increases the risk of damage.
The same properties that make felt a gentler option for a turntable mat also make it a less durable option.
Many turntables ship with thin felt platter mats as standard.
Felt mats are not just used for home systems but also by dj s as slip mats designed to have less friction and make scratching the record s easier.
Less vibrations results to quality sound production.
It s important not to try to make use of a record player with no turntable mat to defend the record.
It is the best turntable mat for rega and it is also compatible with pro ject music hall and fluance audio systems.
This is a plain jane felt mat of thin medium thickness 2 mm i d say that comes stock with the linn lp12 turntable.
Also rubber mats help dampen oscillations.
Felt is a bit delicate and rips more easily than rubber leather or even cork mats.
When the dj manipulates the record the slip mat allows the platter underneath to continue rotating and therefore not damage the turntable.
The mat is there to cushion the turntable.
Turntable mats are created from different materials including rubber cork and felt.
Rgbiwco turntable mat turntable platter mat slip mat audiophile 3mm felt platter anti vibration durable anti static for vinyl record players 4 6 out of 5 stars 8 4 19 4.
Felt is soft and gentle on the surface of your records.
However they are much more difficult to clean.
Because it helps isolate the vinyl platter from the turntable mechanics it helps reduce motor noise static crackling and vibration transmission ultimately helping you to achieve the best sound you can.