How well does the VPI 16.5 work??

I just got one about 3 months ago. It's pretty easy. I also use disc dr brushes and Record research super cleaner and Record research wash. Takes about 90 seconds a side. HUGE improvement in sound quality, not just noise reduction. Disc Dr fluid also works well, takes more time, does a better job at static...

I debated a long time before I bought one. Now I just laugh at myself for waiting so long to get one. It is by far one of the most significant changes in listening to vinyl. I had always cleaned my records--but not like the VPI does. You can really make quite a difference, especially on used and sometimes dirty vinyl. As to fluids to use, there are many threads on that here--just do a search.

Wouldn't do vinyl without one. Easy to use. Great results. I have a few preliminary steps prior to vacuuming except for new vinyl. Advise to get one and don't look back.