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Humminguru record cleaner

Almost all of my records are in NM condition, so I didn’t think I needed a record cleaner to replace my VPI 16.5. Also, my record surfaces are virtually silent.. But I was intrigued by the ultrasonic cleaners out there. So I bought one with the probability of a return. The results are amazing. This device cleans the records so well it’s like adding a new component to my system. And it’s only $500. With my already clean records I didn’t need the Degritter which is several times more expensive.

I recommend it highly.

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mapman
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I finally achieved ultimate vinyl paradise last year after acquiring my very own Humminguru. Highly recommended!

 

Distilled water maybe with an optional  drop or two of Shaklee Basic H for me.

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@mapman 

How often do you do maintenance on the Humminguru?

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mapman
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I change the water regularly depending on how much used and how dirty records are.   Just visual inspection.   If it's not clear, I change the water.  Or if it sits for a period of time between uses.  A gallon of distilled water goes a long way.

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daveyf
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The ’Guru’ is an excellent machine, However, it does benefit greatly from having a surfactant added to the water ( as do all US machines). Without a surfactant and DS, I found the machine to clean ok, but there was still a certain amount of hash, even on relatively clean LP’s.

To this, i am now going to add a vacuum machine to my regimen, as I think the ability to remove more ingrained gunk is better with a manual scrub, and the addition of an enzyme remover is also a plus.

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mapman
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A few drops of Basic H in the water as I mentioned in fact acts as a surfactant. But I find it optional, not required for good results and probably not unique to any particular Ultrasonic cleaner.

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