The Project Cork-IT Turntable Mat is an absolute gem of improving sound reproduction. Turntable mats have always been quite a controversial topic when it comes to how they can change sound quality. A really sensitive pick up cartridge can easily detect the slightest variation in how the vinyl and the surface are interacting.
Project Cork-IT Turntable Mat
Felt mats are by far the most common type for a smooth foam interface between vinyl and platter. But they have a problem with static charging. Usually feltmats accumulate quite a lot of dust which can lead to the record’s getting dirty by contact with those dust particles. Besides that the damping ability is very limited which can be a problem with metal platters.
Enhances The Sound Quality
Heavy and thick rubber mats overdamp the record and sound as if they isolate it. The static from the record is left and noise clicks become audible sound artefacts. Leather and Cork are 2 different but very interesting alternatives to enhance the sound quality.
Avoids Static
Compared with felt they are able to damp the resonances even better. They don’t let dust in and at the same time they have enough contactivity to avoid static. What wins depends on personal preference and the actual design of the platter.
Outstanding Sound Quality
If you want to keep your budget under control and at the same time make an effective step towards higher sound quality with the Project Cork-IT Turntable Mat, as well as less noise caused by static and dust. Give this a try! You will notice the difference by your ears!
Features and Benefits
- Reduces Vibration: Vibration can not produce noise on the sound output.
- Anti-Static: This is necessary to remove the static charge that builds up. Resulting in the popping and crackling sounds.
- Improves Sound Clarity. Along with improved sound detail and definition.
- Easy to Clean: The vinyl is quite simple to remove dirt from due to the materials used. The cork material hardly catches any dust.
- Eco-Friendly: Plus, they are entirely recyclable materials.
Summary of the Project Cork-IT Turntable Mat
It is hard to believe that something like a mat could have such a big impact on sound quality. However, switching to a cork mat can really change things for you.
Enhanced Sound
The influence on resonance combined with cork’s natural ability to prevent a record from moving just a little during playback lead to an enhanced sound and more precise pitch, both of which help you to get the most out of your turntable.
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