Ultrasonic record cleaners

harpo75,

 I am curious as to what the motor is asking for to begin with. 12v maybe? I can't say for sure, but some motors want what they want and will be damaged if the voltage, high or low, is not what they are made for. I guess that time will tell in the end.

The Vevor comes with a 24V walwart supply. I’ve seen a few others in the forums also use a lower voltage supply to slow the motor down. The unit just cleans better at a slower speed. I’ve been using the variable supply for about 2-1/2 years now without an issue. Motor does not get hot and is very well built. It’s a DC motor and has no problem with a lower variable voltage control.  I’m a retired electronics tech and after examining the motor was pretty sure there wouldn’t be an issue. And if there was I’d just stick a new motor in.  😂  

I have an Audiodeske system cleaner. Pricey yes, but I bought a demo. I thought it might make a difference and clean up my record collection nicely. However, I never thought it would produce the results that it does. Amazing improvement in sound, even with new records. Hugh reduction in groove noise, better clarity, bass and sound stage. I don’t have experience with any other cleaners, but this one is amazing.

The Degritter is an absolutely superb machine - both functionally and in its overall design. I've found it to make a phenomenal improvement to the sound of my records - not just in terms of removing surface noise. My records have always been very carefully handled and the majority of them have been owned by me from new.

Whichever machine you choose, you should use some kind of surfactant. I use Tergikleen.

The Audiophile Man basically wrote a book on it. Okay, not a book but a very detailed step-by-step guide. (theaudiophileman.com)