Turntable Mat question

@hifijunky and @technick What is the optimal thickness for a Herbies mat on a VPI Prime Signature turntable? Thanks.

no mat for me.... VPI Classic platter

I replaced my stock Technics SL-D2 turntable mat with a GEM Dandy rubber cork compound mat and enjoy the quietness it brought to my ’daily driver’ very much.

It’s also not to expensive at $60 and they always go on sale for less. And be aware that all rubber cork compound mats are not of the same quality.

I've been using a Mission Sorbomat ( Sorbothane) on my turntables for over 30 years with excellent results.  Unfortunately , they are no longer made and rarely available. 

If I had to choose, Sorbothane would probably be my least favorite material of all time.