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Mat for Rega P10

I decided to start this discussion to hear different experiences from Rega RP10 and P10 users. I know Rega does not suggest replacing their own, supplied with turntable, mat as doing so can degrade the sound but I have to say that I am loyal opposition to that concept, looking for replacement ASAP.

I know Framer recommended the Stein Music The Perfect Interface Carbon mat but $625 for mat is quite steep I think. Even the cheapest one is $250 and I do not consider It a bargain. 

Does anybody here use either of those two mats and can share some insight as to why they are so expensive and if they really make that much of a difference?

arturgorniak
sokogear
1,053 posts
 
For now it’s Washi.you never mentioned your recommendation lewm. Please enlighten me.
lewm
12,497 posts
 
I think I said I’ve never owned a Rega and therefore don’t feel qualified to give advice. 
sokogear
1,053 posts
 
appreciate your honesty. It's trial and error. A lot of error.
smatsui
166 posts
 
Next Tuesday I'll be getting my Teac mat and a Herbie's Way Excellent II mat for my P10.  I'm interested in reducing static but also I'm interested in finding the mat that sounds the best to my ears.  I'll compare them to my leather mat that I like better than the stock felt.  
sokogear
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You'll be a mat analyst. I was thinking of trying the Jakes leather one and the Funk Firm one. I like the Washi (TEAC) Supposedly, as it breaks in a little more it won't lift off the table when I change records. It's only 1 mm so 1/2 the thickness of the Rega mat. The smaller FF one is 3 mm (and they recommend the 5 mm one which is out of the question), and supposedly the size of the leather one was off, so I am hoping the TEAC will break in properly. Supposedly that is the best design - a grippy surface with a very slightly padded internal sections with a backing that sticks to the platter well.

Please let us know about how Herbie's compares and what it costs.
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