First record cleaner


Hi folks,

In a recent thread, I got great suggestions for my first cartridge upgrade (now choosing between Ania Pro and Zyx R50 Bloom3) on my first turntable (Rega RP8).

I have been playing new records and using a Zerostat and a brush.  

Now, a few years after trying out vinyl, learning a lot, and enjoying the experience, I am ready to start taking it more seriously.  

Any suggestions for a "starter" record cleaner?

Doesn't have to be fast or quiet. Just looking for something that will do a good job.

I am aware there are different types (ultrasonic, etc.) so setting a budget hasn't been easy. 

Are there any "types" that a newbie should try first? Or avoid? 

Are used ones a good idea?

Sorry for these very basic questions. 

Thanks everyone!

 

hleeid

I've used a Spin Clean over 10 years, because I always find excuses to not take the plunge. Someday, in this lifetime I'll get a proper machine.

Spin Clean makes for a clean appearing LP more than anything. The Project unit gets good reviews, and it's relatively inexpensive.

If you want to do it just once-consider a US machine. The Audiodesk and DeGritter users can chime in. The times I've used one, it does what it's supposed to do.

Machines won't miraculously make a groove damaged LP quiet.

There's always that ridiculous glue method

Tutorial: Record's Cleaning with wood glue - The right way! - Bing video 

 

Look into the original record cleaning machine ever made for the BBC, Keith Monks.