Bedini Clarifier II, FuruTech RD-1 etc

I have used my new Bedini II now on many CDs and it is a winner, for whatever reason it reduces HF grain/glare and slightly enhances overall detail resolution. The combination of Auric Illuminator/Bedini II will work wonders on average/below average recordings where change is most noticeable. I have many rock/alt CDs where @75% of HF grain/glare has been removed by this combination, makes them much more listenable. On good recordings the Bedini II effect is much more subtle, but still worthwile. The Furutech may be better unit, I did not audition, but the Bedini II at $150 is well worth the investment, I will be using it from now on, regards Sam

Hi Sam; Thanks for the thread, the review of the Bedini Clarifier II, and your conclusions. How often do you use the Clarifier? I've been hemming and Hawing about buying one myself. Good info. Thanks. Craig.

Craig, the whole process is automatic and takes less than 30 seconds, Bedinni II has auto timer, insert CD & push button. I use for every play. Unit is somewhat noisy during spin, I set on folded hand towel to muffle. I have small ornate table by CD library where I place Bedini II, and run through cycle. If you use Auric Illuminator in combination with Bedini II, you can get dramatic improvements on average/below average recordings, which covers many mainstream rock/alt from 60/70/80s. Many places sell for $149 like Galen Carol, Elusive Disc etc. These same places claim Furutech RD-1 is better, but cost is $300-349, I am happy with Bedini II

Sam; Thanks again, I'll be giving Galen Carol a call. Craig.