The slipmat is that thin soft mat that sits between your precious vinyl record and your turntable. The beauty of a slipmat is that it not only keeps the record from slipping as the deck spins, but prevents your vinyl from getting scratched up.
Turntable Slipmats
If you're a vinyl DJ, then you can't do without your slipmats. By replacing the standard rubber mat that often comes with a turntable, you immediately gain more accuracy and less resistance when making small tempo or pitch corrections. Slipmats can also give your decks more style. You can find more specialised vinyl DJ accessories in our range of pickups, cartridges and turntables.
Custom Slipmats
Slipmats aren't just a technical must but can be a branding opportunity for DJs. Get a slipmat stamped with a unique print or a themed graphic for specific bookings and parties or simply go for a flat colour or logo to really lift the look of your setup.
Rubber, Cork or Fabric Slipmats: What's Best for Your Vinyl?
While there are pros and cons to using rubber, cork or fabric slipmats, in the end it all comes down to personal preference. Generally, fabric slipmats are the best choice for DJs because they have a smooth surface but offer enough grip to support scratching techniques without actually scratching your records. However, cork can be a pretty decent upgrade from fabric, since it's less prone to static and offers more resonant control over the vinyl. Then there are specialised rubber mats, which offer outstanding grip, help reduce vibrations, and can result in a deeper and warmer sound. However, rubber can create more noticeable noise - a no-no for any self-respecting audiophile.
