TT mats

I have a VPI Scoutmaster TT and am wondering if any of you can recommend a matt for the platter and why?
Thanks in advance
Steve

handymann02-12-2018 3:03am

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handymann OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 380 posts 02-12-2018 at 03:07am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I should ad my platter is the aluminum platter
invictus005 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 597 posts 02-12-2018 at 03:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The best mat I've ever heard is the one SME uses. EAR Isodamp SD125. Michael Percy has the material you can order and cut one out yourself.
pbnaudio Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,610 posts 02-12-2018 at 03:53am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete SME Mat ? Please clarify all SME tables through here has had a composite platter. Good listening Peter
invictus005 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 597 posts 02-12-2018 at 04:19am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @pbnaudio Yes, all SME platters come with self adhesive Isodamp SD125 (~3mm thick) mat installed at the factory. They also diamond turn the surface for a nicer finish as well as a better interface with the record. SME orders the mat material directly from Aearo Technologies (EAR). Michael Percy sells the Isodamp SD125 material by the foot (it’s not cheap), so a DIYer can order and cut out a mat to experience some of what SME engineers do. Best material for a mat that I have personally heard. It’s also great to dampen chassis, motor, etc. with.