I have a VPI Classic and i am using the Origin Live mat. My main table is an Origin Live and I ended up with two of their mats. I tried it after a few others including an older VPI mat, cork, acrylic, Herbies, and a few others. It continues to remain in use. As @testpilot stated mats are very subjective.
VPI felt mat vs aftermarket
I’ve been contemplating getting a mat for my VPI Classic. Mainly to avoid slippage when used without center weight and to avoid static in winter.
VPI now offers a very basic felt mat with their logo. It is cheap and looks nice. Has anyone had experience with that mat on their VPI classic platter? Another option I’m considering is going straight to Auditorium 23 Turntable Mat.
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TEAC Washi Mat. I have a couple of them. They work very well and are pretty thin. https://www.turntablelab.com/products/teac-washi-paper-turntable-sheet |
"Mainly to avoid slippage when used without center weight" dmk_hifi you probably know everything audiopyledom is subjective. You're going against VPI philosophy. Playing an LP without a center weight defeats idea of getting the LP flat against the platter. VPI believes playing without any mat ensures "best" possible SQ. I happen to believe the screw down clamp with the rubber washer is the best attempt at getting the LP to lay flat, since the rubber washer dishes it, allowing the clamp to flatten it-a much better psuedo vacuum hold down solution than just using a center weight if you're not incorporating it with the outer peripheral ring. Weight only is good for only perfectly flat LPs. Auditorium 23 Turntable Mat and any other audiophool mat- waste of money that could be used for records. Longtime Classic user here. |
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