Static electricity pulled the rubber mat right off the Turntable!

@knollbrent

If I may, I’ve noticed several of your posts here that could involve a lot of system changes. Expensive system changes. I’d recommend slowing down an then address room acoustics before going forward. It can be fun, but it will be beneficial in whatever direction you choose later.

Happy Listening!

I meant to add, I own the latest Audioquest brush and do not find I’m as enthusiastic about it as MF.

Another option, would be for DIYers or owners of tts that have sufficient clearance is to affix a brush similar to the AQ or a carbon fiber brush underneath your platter ( the ability to machine it in, recess it, is a plus), with a drain wire so static is constantly being drained away. This way, there is no battery involved.

I have experience with Groove Lube (Merrill Audio). For me, Although I felt it slightly improved the sonic presentation, I sold what I had left. Why? Because after all of the time/effort I put into cleaning my lps, I felt applying a product that does leave some residue (how much depends upon how liberal one is when applying) made little sense. Also the application method, a piece of foam, just introduces static again. 

US cleaning removes record static very well. The ongoing problem is that static builds while a record is playing. Has anyone tried the Arlo Audio Static Eliminator? This would seem to be an effective solution if it actually works without any damage to a cartridge.

I use a 5mm Achromat, yet still have static that builds up during play. I use a Destat III as well.