Turntable mats have been always a big discussion how they influence the sound. The interaction between the record and the surface can be tracked very easily by the super sensitivity of a good pick up cartridge.
Common felt mats give a smooth contact between record and platter but has the disadvantage with static. That means that felt mats often collect a lot of dust which can be then transfered to the record. Also the damping ability is very limited which can be a problem with metal platters. Thick rubber mats overdamp the record and have an isolation effect which leaves the static on the record and hearable noise clicks are the result.
Leather and Cork are 2 different but very interesting options to upgrade the sound quality. Resonances Are damped more effectively than felt, they keep dust away and they have also enough contactivity to avoid static.
What is better depends on taste and the actual platter design.A very cost effective way to improve the sound and have less noise by static and dust. You can hear a difference!
This 12 cork mat is designed to fit all Pro-Ject series turntable platters (except the Debut Series). The use of cork gives the mat special sonic qualities, well-suited to certain deck/cartridge combinations, and also different room-types.
Audiophile equipment manufacturer founded in 1991 by Heinz Lichtenegger and based in Mistelbach, Austria. Pro-Ject Audio Systems develops products in Austria and manufactures them in Europe. It manufactures a wide range of audio equipment, including a family of turntables that are often cited as entry-level reference models. Pro-Ject Audio Systems also manufactures a range of micro hi-fi components such as Amplifiers, CD Cassettes, Phono Studios, Streaming Devices, Loudspeakers and more. Today, Pro-Ject audio systems are shipped to more than 80 countries around the world.
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