Overview The Pro-Ject Leather-It is a leather replacement mat for your turntable's stock felt mat. Leather and cork are Pro-Ject's two upgrade paths beyond felt, and both work the same way: they damp resonance from the platter more effectively than felt while holding enough surface contact to avoid the static buildup that felt is prone to. That static buildup is felt's main weakness — it attracts dust that then transfers to your records. A thick rubber mat solves the static problem but can overdamp the record, adding an isolation effect that leaves audible noise clicks. Leather splits the difference: effective damping, minimal static, and enough contact with the platter to keep the record properly coupled. It's 2mm thick and sized for a standard 300mm platter, suitable for all turntables, and pairs well with Pro-Ject's own Clamp-It record clamp for even firmer record-to-platter contact. Simcoe Audio Video Insight At 2mm thick, it's close to the thickness of most stock felt mats, so tonearm height (VTA) typically won't need much adjustment after the swap — though it's worth double-checking on your specific turntable. Leather-It comes in light grey or dark grey; check with us on which shade is in stock before you order if colour matters for your setup. More Info Why the Leather-It Stands Out Genuine Leather Construction Dampens platter resonance more effectively than a standard felt mat. Avoids Static Buildup Enough surface contact to prevent the static that causes felt mats to attract dust. No Overdamping Unlike a thick rubber mat, it doesn't isolate the record from the platter or introduce noise clicks. Fits Standard 300mm Platters 2mm thick, sized for a standard 300mm turntable platter. Suitable for All Turntables Works across Pro-Ject's lineup and most other standard turntables. Pairs Well With Clamp-It Combine with Pro-Ject's Clamp-It for even firmer record-to-platter contact. Buyer's Guide Who It's For Metal-Platter Turntable Owners: Leather damps resonance that a metal platter can otherwise pass through to the record. Vinyl Listeners Bothered by Static and Dust: Cuts down on the static buildup common with felt mats. Anyone Upgrading From a Stock Felt Mat: A straightforward, similar-thickness swap. How It Compares Pro-Ject positions leather and cork as its two upgrade paths beyond a stock felt mat, and which one suits you best comes down to your platter and personal taste. Cork-It, also in our lineup, offers similar resonance damping in a lighter, more affordable package; Leather-It's leather surface holds slightly more contact against the platter, which can suit certain metal-platter turntables a bit differently.
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