TW Acustic Turntable Mat

Appearance wise, the Zanden bears an uncanny resemblance to the Achromat although the construction is slightly different. The Achromat is only about 50 quid as opposed to $500

(BTW this isn't a plug for the Achromat because I loathe it. I've got a brand new one gathering dust in a cupboard somewhere. If there was any sonic commonality that wouldn't augur well for the Zanden...)

I wonder how it compares to the Millennium mats and if any Raven owners have tried it?

Luna, I have one on order and should arrive in the next 7-10 days. I currently use the Millennium mat that came with my Raven AC. As soon as I get the new mat and make a slight adjustment in my VTA to accommodate the mat, I will do some listening and let you know the sonic differences. I will report back here....

New mat quieter,warmer better detail etc.Tried Millennium never used it.

Mixing and matching colorations is what the matt enthusiasts ere doing.

If the platter is right use no mat. If the platter is wrong change turntables unless you don't have any money. If that's the case try every common material you can instead of listening to the B.S.ers who say they have the only "right mat". There is no such thing, so ignore them. Snake oil sellers are a dime a dozen in this industry, and boy are they dogmatic. Just note the turntable maker who keeps chiming in on this forum. He's so right he changes his designs like his underwear, and swears each one is THE answer!