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Funk Firm Achromat Turntable Platter Mat 3.0mm
- £60.00
- Achromat is the natural progression from the original acrylic interface invented by Arthur Khoubesserian back in 1979.
- Refining the theory he subsequently launched Achromat in 2005.
- Ongoing refinements in composition and application means that Achromat is now more universal and better than ever.
- The principle is one of absorbing the vibrational energy released as the stylus scrubs the groove.
- In fact the stylus accelerates at up to 20,000g, so it is not so much a case of scrubbing as pummelling like road hammer.
- Because records are only some 2mm thick, it is easy to see that if there is no where for this energy to go it would reflect off the bottom of the record back to the stylus where it really does alters the music signal.
Site the record on a suitable support, however, and the energy can crosses into the material away from the stylus to be dissipated as heat before it gets back to the stylus.
Real world conditions mean that the mat can not that much thicker than the record itself.
So how is it possible for any mat to actually work?
Achromat is made of the ideal material there is at taking the energy away.
To deal with the thickness issue, it then has a real trick up its sleeve.
Millions of tiny bubbles within are complex pathways where the energy gets lost as heat.
In this way, Achromat acts like a considerably thicker mat and its job is complete.
No other mat is like it and simple A-B comparisons can demonstrate that, whilst longer term listening allows subtle nuances as well as greater bass intelligibility to be appreciated.
In 2009, first, Achromat came top in a mat comparison in HiFi Choice.
It then won the Gold Award for Accessory against all comers.
And of course there are the testimonials from happy customers.
No wonder Achromat is the World's top selling mat.
For these turntables we have launched a version of the mat with an undercut to overcome the problem.
Incredible as it sounds, a £70 Achromat really does benefit every kind of turntable from the most modest to truly exotic creations costing £10,000 and upwards.
(That being the case, what does that say about those designs in the first place?)
Why buy from us rather than any other (r)etailer?
Turntableworld is totally committed to the analogue format. Yes there are other analogue retailers but most are internet only who don't have proper retail premises and who simply resell boxes. We have the largest range of demonstration items in the UK which shows our commitment to customer satisfaction.
Furthermore we are committed to celebrating everything great about humble vinyl record to the point that it is a stated aim of the company to establish a British Analogue Museum which will be open to the public. See our Mission Statement for more details.
We carry large stocks, with most stock items being with you next day from the most respected brand, everything is genuine product backed by the relevant manufacturer warranty.
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RETURNS:
Sometimes unfortunately things can go wrong…
Incorrect/Incomplete delivery – we have been known to make a mistake. Contact us within 24 hours to discuss how we can put it right. The sooner we know, the sooner we can put it right.
Damaged item – Occasionally even when we’ve done our best to pack things well, damage can occur. Please make sure you sign for the item as DAMAGED. If you are unsure please sign for a delivery as UNCHECKED. Then contact us within 24 hours and if possible send photos of the damage. We will replace at no cost to you.
Faulty item - Contact us within 24 hours to arrange a replacement at our cost.
Any other reason - You have the right to cancel your order (for any reason) in line with the Distance Selling Regulations 2000 up to fourteen working days after the day of receipt of goods, given that:
1. Cancellation must by in writing (either email or post is fine).
2. The goods must not be damaged or soiled in any way (or a full refund will not be possible).
3. Cost of return is your responsibility.
4. Goods arrive back undamaged (please insure the shipment).
5. Goods should returned in their original packaging and must be complete.
6. Special non stock orders are non returnable.
The following goods are non returnable once opened: sealed media, cleaning fluids, general consumables, phono cartridges, earphones and headphones, unless they were damaged or faulty on delivery. Goods that do not meet the above criteria will be subjected to a 20% surcharge because put simply they will not be in an appropriate condition for resale.
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