Turntable mat options

Many years ago I ditched the glass platter in favour of an acrylic platter.

I would have to guess that ditching the very heavy platter from the RP8 might not be a good idea, so I would recommend you try an Acrylic mat.

There are many out there, so take time to find the right one. A depression to accommodate the label is preferred

Hope that helps 

RE: ...

On the subject of Rega TT's, is there a clamp preferred for the short spindle of the subplatter on these?

I use one of these...
https://www.ebay.ca/sch/i.html?_nkw=thorens+stabilizer

Seems their popularity has soaored since I bought my some 20 years ago - mine cost me around $50 - used

They are weighty, but that does not seen to matter with the rega style bearing. I've been using a ceramic ball for the last 15 years and it has no issues with the weight.

My platter is acrylic and this weight has no problem keeping the album snug to the platter.

Hope that helps - Steve