HiFi Pure Brass Turntable Platter Mat for Vinyl LPs, 2mm Review

This turntable platter mat from Douk Audio is an accessory for vinyl setups, priced at $69.99. It is a 293mm disc of H59 brass with a 2mm profile and a 7.3mm center hole, tipping the scales at 1.2kg, and it replaces whatever felt or rubber mat currently sits on your platter.

The manufacturing process is laid out in detail: CNC laser cutting, then a five-part galaxies opening, surface drawing, pickling and passivation. Douk Audio's claims are specific to vinyl playback: the brass resists static electricity, reduces resonance, and increases friction to keep records from slipping, which it says makes the background purer with more detail and richer sound. It also says the mat is designed to better match the LP surface grooves, leading to more definition in the mid and lower frequencies, and the 2mm thickness helps reduce the rumble and humming noise that platter mats often chase away.

The practical trade-offs are the weight and the height. At 1.2kg this is a considerably heavier mat than felt, cork or rubber alternatives, which adds damping but also load, so it is worth confirming your turntable is comfortable spinning the extra mass. The 2mm thickness also raises the record slightly relative to the platter, so VTA or arm-height adjustments and clamp or record-weight fit are worth a check. The package contains just the brass platter mat itself.

Douk Audio ships worldwide with free and expedited options, and the cost varies by destination country. Packages under 2kg go by airmail (10-25 days); heavier orders ship via DHL, UPS or FedEx (5-8 days). Import duties or customs charges are the buyer's responsibility. The store offers a 30-day free return or full refund and a 1-year warranty on all items, excluding orders placed by mistake, man-made damage or misuse, subjective change of mind, and anything outside the warranty terms.