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Static Control Will A Mat Help

I have a huge static problem with my vinyl, especially after cleaning on a RCM.
I live in Florida and the static build up on my albums is so much that when I remove the LP from the TT you can see the charge jump to the Arm Mounting assembly.

I was going to invest in a Zerost but then had the bright idea that maybe an anti Static mat under the TT may eliminate the problem.
I tried a “platter mat” totally ineffective
Any thoughts
punkuk
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Get a zerostat!!!!
Do you clean your records before playing? Use the AI (Audio Intelligent vinyl cleaner from. Best I've ever used. I am also in Florida. I clean the record with the fluid, and I have a Zerostat but don't find I need it.

SA
punkuk OP
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Yes I clean them before I play tem usually with TTVJ cleaning fluid using a VPI RCM, then Steam, final suction then use a micro fiber cloth for the last pass.
The Micro fiber adds to the static build up. it is like a mini bolt of lighting to the arm!
As a side note can this damage the cartridge?
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albertporter
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It's possible to use a conductive turntable mat, allowing the charge to bleed off through the chassis of the table, provided it's grounded.

This and a Zerostat should end all static.
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