GROUNDING - assistance on how NOT to shock yourself


I live in Wisconsin. In winter the static buildup comes out when I lift the turntable needle. Even though I know it's coming it remains SHOCKING. I'd hate to damage my cartridge. 

 

Can I attach a wire to the Pre-amp ground and touch it to remove my static?

Do I need to wear rubber sole shoes? or have a rubber mat?

 

Help on this would be appreciated.

tjjunk

Showing 1 response by carlsbad2

Wearing rubber will probably make it worse.  you can touch something grounded to get rid of the static before touching your audio equipment but it will still shock you.  assuming you don't mind, that will fix it.  

I think any ground will do but it might be worth it to run a ground wire back to a wall outlet.  Someone with more experience with this will probably make a better suggestion.

Jerry