Hi Ekobesky............Well, I got the new Rega 10 mm., 3.7 lbs. glass platter today, FedEx'd from Audio Advisor, with a new Rega 2 mm. felt mat. I immediately compared one of my "reference recordings," Sonny Rollins' "Way Out West," first using my MDF platter, and then switching to the glass.
Holy Cow !!!! I'm not sure of the correct "audiophile terms," but the improvement in the sound of the music with the glass platter was pretty amazing !! I will slowly work my way through various records and keep on comparing. But, if my first impressions are any indication of the satisfaction ahead, I made a wise choice. Thanks so much for your "step-wise" recommendation.
I'll soon experiment with the cork discs directly on the glass, replacing the felt mat, and I'll see what happens. But, it seems as if glass is the way to go. Which makes sense, since I switched from solid state (Arcam) to "glass" (Rogue Audio tubes) a while ago. Glass tubes, glass platter.....neat stuf. I'll keep you posted.
Happy Listening, my friends !!!!!