Turntable Slip Mat Rubber Cork – Anti Static 1/8 Thick Vinyl Record Player Slipmat by Record-Happy. A Basic and Defining Upgrade for The Demanding Audiophile. Improves Sound Quality and Reduces Noise

In addition to looking super cool, it has greatly enhanced my record playing experience. I don’t have a high quality set up by any means, and my cheap Victrola slip mat often let the records spin slower than the turntable because it was too slippery. The cork mat allows the records to stay put but without damaging them. I’ve had this product for a long time and I love it.

Very pleased with this replacement.

The media could not be loaded.  Very good option to minimize vibration and increase the richness of the sound quality.Also if you Have the right equipment and are able to swing it. You can customize this. See video for example...

The cover that came with the turntable was warped and wavy. This one is nice. There is still static playing the LP, though I figure that's just the nature of the system.I'm very happy with the product.

The stock mat on my turntable platter was felt, and it didn't do much to damp any ringing of the platter. The cork/rubber mat does a much better job of that. This mat is well made and is more substantial than I was expectng. If you have a sound system that's remotely transparent, this is a recommended, inexpensive, and audible upgrade.

It could of been me but since it’s floppy it hangs below the record that’s on top of it and it actually made the sound quality worse. Maybe if I cut it to size it would be better, not sure.

Dump the felt.You can use the leather mats for looks but best is the cork and rubber combo.Just make sure you have the right thickness for your VTA (Vertical Tracking Alignment how the cart/amr, aligns with the record surface iot should be flat across).Doesn't matter if you have a $150 table or a $15K one a good mat an alignment protractor to set the cart properly in a headshell, and gauge to measure the tracking for the cart (as per manufacturer recommendation) and you good to go.You can download a protractor for free same for VTA gauge or make one with a index card) or pay $10-15 for each get a mat for $15 or less and a $15 or less VTF gauge.You can set up a turntable properly for $30 or less.Proper set up save needle and LP's from wear.It ain't rocket science.Wanna spend some money look at Disco Doctor V Vacuum record cleaning machine for $200 or a Vinylspin for $80 get some decent inner sleeves (Nagoka are good and cheap.Discwasher VRP or Mofi the top end.I like Disckeeper 2.0 and they also make great outer sleeves that are clear and don't tear.Use the Magic Eraser method to clean your stylus/needle. (youtube it).That's it until you become an obsessive and get all the LP swag you can find.But above are the basics for set up

It may reduce static, on that I'm not really sure, but what I am sure about is that it creates so much cork and rubber dust and particles that static takes a back seat to just trying to get the record clean again. Took it off after listening to a few albums and put the stock mat back on. Even tried cleaning it with compressed air but still was a mess.

so far all good.