A record stabilizer (sometimes called a “turntable weight”) is a puck-shaped object that you place on your turntable’s spindle. Its job is to add extra weight so that a record lies as flat and still as possible. This helps the stylus read the vinyl more accurately.
If you have a turntable and you’re looking for affordable ways to make it sound better, buying a record stabilizer is a great way to do just that. You can also buy a platter mat or isolation pucks, both of which can be pretty affordable.
When deciding which record stabilizer to buy, generally the heavier the better. However, some audiophiles prefer lightweight options that minimize won’t drag on a turntable’s motor.
You should also pick one based its material and how on its looks. After all, it’s going to sit on top of your turntable, so treat it like a statement piece.
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ClearaudioClearaudio Souther Clever Clamp
The Souther Clever Clamp is a different kind of record stabilizer because it’s designed to lock the record in place without weighing down the record.
The logic is that it doesn’t add extra drag on the motor which, according to The Turntable Lab, makes it ideal for low torque turntables. It’s made completely of plastic and weighs less than an ounce.
