Anyone out there own a Clearaudio Double Matrix Pro Sonic?

Most of my vinyl has been kept in very good shape, I never buy filthy used records.

I am still amazed at what an incredible job my VPI Cyclone does, and for the record it is also bi-directional.I don't obsess with flipping the record over onto a "dirty " mat because the vinyl would have to be dripping crud for that to be an issue IMO.

My HW17 almost certainly predates the Clearaudio RCMs and is bidirectional too. You don’t need to buy the Cyclone for that feature.

The Project vacuum cleaning machines (two models, priced at around $499 and $699) are also bidirectional, AND have an LP platform the size of the label, for those who don’t want the full-size VPI-style platter.

I don’t know about the Project, but the VPI HW-17 (discontinued, but available used for under a grand) is built to last forever (except for the acrylic wand; replace it with the optional Delrin).

I've had my HW17 for at least 20 years with not a hiccup.  Bought extra wands and brushes for it years ago, but nothing is really worn out.  A lot of folks make an issue of noise.  That means nothing to me, because I keep mine in my basement workshop. When I'm cleaning LPs, I am not also trying to listen to music. The HW17 is quite noisy. If noise is an issue, and especially if you want to listen to music while cleaning LPs, look elsewhere.  The Loricraft is quiet, by comparison. US cleaners are usually quiet too.

@lewm: I keep my HW-17 in a walk-in closet, and close the door when running the vacuum. Cheap US machines emit a very high frequency buzz, sort of like a bug zapper. Again, mine’s in the closet.