Dust cover up or down?

Is it better to play albums with dust cover up or down?

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fatdaddy2 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 385 posts 04-21-2022 at 02:52pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Depends whether the dust cover has been cryo treated or not. Zap with your Zerostat just to make sure. Use a green marker around the edge of the cover for extra protection. I just use a dirty old handkerchief that has to be taken off before I start up the platter.
bigtwin Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,204 posts 04-21-2022 at 04:24pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete This question reminds me of a previous statement. "I keep a Polka Greatest Hits" LP on the TT when not in use. It's great for keeping dust off the platter. 🤣
sandthemall Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 544 posts 04-21-2022 at 06:13pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have a Technics 1200G...I don't notice a difference. I guess it's just really bad gear...lol.
ticat Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 359 posts 04-21-2022 at 06:48pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete +1 elliottbnewcombjr +1 herbriechert +1 sandthemall
lewm Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 13,097 posts 04-21-2022 at 11:14pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Elliot, did you ever inspect the underside of your cartridge after playing several LPs? Do you think a dust cover can prevent the Schmutz?