{"product_id":"analogismatseven","title":"Turntable Felt Mat (Universal), Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis universal turntable mat is a 0.9 millimeter thin felt disc with a 295 millimeter diameter that fits practically any standard turntable platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's what you'd call an honest consumable: if your turntable's original mat has gone missing, hardened, or simply worn out after decades, you lay this one down and you're done. About 13 grams light, black, with no printing – it doesn't push itself into the foreground, visually or acoustically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a felt mat at all?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause something should sit between vinyl and bare metal. Felt separates the record from the platter, damps light resonances, and stops the sensitive record surface from scratching against a hard surface. The second reason is thickness: at 0.9 millimeters, this mat lies so flat that your tonearm's vertical tracking angle practically doesn't change. You swap the mat, keep playing, and don't need to remeasure anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smooth, evenly cut felt disc in a standard size that stays flat and doesn't warp. 295 millimeters is chosen so the mat covers the platter completely without overhanging the edge. At 13 grams, it simply doesn't register with the drive – neither the belt nor the bearing notices it's there. And because felt glides, it also comes in handy for cueing and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this mat for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone replacing a missing or worn-out standard mat, and for anyone with a glass platter where the record would otherwise slip. Straight talk: this is a solid basic accessory, not a sonic miracle – if you want targeted damping and to change the tuning, you're better served by cork, leather, or a heavy specialty mat. And felt can encourage static buildup: if your records already crackle when you lift them, this mat won't solve that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnspectacular, and exactly right for that. A thin felt mat is the simplest way to put a bare platter back into service without touching the setup. If you want more, there's more out there – if you're just after a proper mat, you're done here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turntable mat (universal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Felt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 295 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 13 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the mat fit my turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 295 millimeters in diameter, it fits practically every standard turntable platter, since most fall between 290 and 300 millimeters. If in doubt, measure your platter across once. A slight overhang isn't a problem, since the mat is soft and won't stand up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to readjust anything after swapping it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally not. At 0.9 millimeters, the mat is so thin that the record plane, and with it the vertical tracking angle, barely shifts. Only if you're switching from a noticeably thicker rubber or cork mat is a check of your tonearm height worthwhile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it on a glass platter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and there it's actually especially useful, because vinyl tends to slip on bare glass. That said, expect that felt on glass can encourage static buildup. If the record crackles when you lift it, an anti-static treatment or a cork mat can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the felt mat at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause even small accessories need to suit the equipment. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we draw on years of experience to advise you on which mat suits your turntable and your sound goals – felt, cork, or leather. Call us at 044 680 22 00 or message us on WhatsApp at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find matching turntables under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e, more accessories in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler-zubehor\"\u003eTurntable Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, and everything about \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/platten-reinigung\"\u003eRecord Cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynavox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480501584,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/plattentellerauflage-filzmatte-universal-schwarz-draufsicht.jpg?v=1785884008","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/analogismatseven","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}