Ringmats
Ringmat is a new method of record support and the first that has been properly designed for the generation of an accurate, low distortion signal.
Ringmat 250
(2.4 mm thick)
UK Retail: £42.50
Ringmat 200
(1.8mm thick)
UK Retail: £39.50
Ringmat Anniversary 330
(3 mm thick)
UK Retail: £70.00
Ringmat 300 MKII XLR
(3 mm thick)
UK Retail: £60.00
Overview
"The Ringmat really works!"
Stereophile May '94
"RINGMAT gave a sharper, cleaner, more solid sound, with better fine detail and clarity"
Audiophile Oct '93
Ringmat is a new method of record support and the first that has been properly designed for the generation of an accurate, low distortion signal. Its unique design enables 12" records to be supported so that the main vibrational modes of record movement (caused by the input of stylus energy) give the minimum possible error signal. This allows for improved tracking and as a result, a reduction in stylus and record wear.
With ringmat, there is a reduction of background noise with a cleaner, crisper and yet more delicate sound, together with a wider and deeper soundstage; there is an enhanced sense of power, with greater weight and authority in the bass.
Available in three thicknesses, Ringmat is a direct replacement for most felt and rubber mats on leading turntables, as well as most bare platters, including those made of acrylic and glass. For turntables with tonearm height adjustment, choose the Ringmat with a thickness of 3mm; otherwise consult your local hi-fi dealer, supplier or Ringmat Developments as to which thickness you require for your turntable.
STYLUS ENERGY IMPEDES ACCURATE TRACKING OF YOUR RECORDS...
ANNIVERSARY RINGMAT 330 DUMPS ENERGY MORE EFFECTIVELY INTO THE AIR
Celebrating 10 years of RINGMAT design, this is the first new Ringmat to be introduced since 1996. Based on the immensely successful 330 MkII XLR, the ANNIVERSARY RINGMAT has the anti-resonance cut-outs to be found in Ringmat Spacers and new concepts for the operation of the rings.
With the other Ringmats, the rubber-based adhesive used included a polyester carrier, which acted as an interface between the cork rings and the special paper substrate. With the ANNIVERSARY, the acrylic adhesive used does not involve a carrier and a more direct contact is made between the cork rings and the substrate. This creates a more immediate sense of presence in the sound and a much stronger bond between the rings and the paper.
The anti-resonance cut-outs improve the dynamics, the amount of information retrieved and help create a much larger, wider sound stage.