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Record Cleaning Machines

My LP collection is growing. As I invest more and more, I realize the need for a proper record cleaner. Once again I ask the council for suggestions. My budget is flexible, but let’s say $1000 max. 
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robert53
497 posts
 
Has anyone used the project VC - E or VC - S2 ALU record cleaning machines ?
derekw_hawaii
95 posts
 
Absolutely positively USC. You will not believe how dirty your prior cleaned records really were until you UC them and see the water you need to empty.
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stringreen
6,503 posts
 
I have a machine......works fine....hardly ever use it.   Spend your money elsewhere.
au_lait
355 posts
 
Record cleaning machines are a rip off and sometimes they make the situation worse. All you need is the softest grade tooth brush, a 1$ bottle of Dawn dish soap, and a bit of time. Wash them in with a bit of running water and soap, in a circular motion, don’t be shy, then dry rinse really well and dry in the rack. I have 12,000 or so records, I use them to make a living, and do this method all the time. It works.
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clearthinker
1,582 posts
 

I assume au_lait's tongue is well in his cheek as soft grade brushes used in a circular motion....arrrgh.

I have used a Nitty Gritty some 30 years with very good results.  But the drive is worn out and I have to help it turn the disc.  Looking to replace so all your posts are very helpful.  Clearly US is the way to go, but the Kirmuss four+ stage palaver is not for me.  Neither do I trust the smug pseudoscience ladled out by Mr K.

Costly, but the Degritter looks the way to go.  Computer control manages all functions automatically and makers don't stress any need for additives to plain old distilled water.

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