Dealing with Static on LP palyback
Anyone have any suggestions on how to deal with static build up on LPs as I play them? Just playing one side is something enough to cause an arc when I pick up the album. Most of the time I hear tiny, consistent crackles that sound just like static.
All the things I tried that claim to reduce static does not. I must have four record mats and a camel hair tone arm brush, all of which claim to reduce static but have no effect that I can see.
@chayro +1 I have been using Gruv Glide for a a few years and it has pretty much eliminated any static issue that I used to have. One application last for many spins. I have not had to apply a second application to any of my LP's so far. I believe it also helps reduce wear on the stylus. |
Agree |
Back in the day even with a zerostat what really worked was a damp cotton tea towel draped over the record before playing. Try an anti static strap used in computing to change chips.? Worth a try. Otherwise nylon slippers on a nylon carpet in a dry environment should be enough to get the static up to a few Kv. :) |
