The Thorens Stabilizer is designed to sit over the spindle to keep records flat and level during playback, improving stability and tracking.Supplied in a wooden box. Works with felt, rubber and cork mats and will fit most Thorens and other model turntables with a standard centre spindle.In actual use, the Thorens Stabilizer holds the record on the platter, helps reduce minor warps thus allowing the stylus to track and trace record grooves more effectively. The result - more sonic detail and harmonics.It offers exceptional polish and performance, hallmarks of the Thorens marque.