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Vinyl Care

I just got a new turntable and cartridge after not having one for years.

I need a recommendation for a relatively inexpensive record cleaner.

I really never took proper care of my records,and would like some basic advice on how to keep them clean on a regular basis.

I also need some guidance on care and cleaning of my cartridge and stylus.My currant cartridge is a Rega exact.

Please know that I don't have a big collection of valuable records,just a bunch of old rock recordings amassed over the past 50 years.

I have started buying some new records,but only select prized albums that I have lost or have been worn out.

Thanks.

twangy57
twangy57 OP
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audition__audio

 

Thanks for the info.

twangy57 OP
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bdp24

I will look into one of these when I get a chance.

Thank you

twangy57 OP
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billstevenson
 

Thanks I will look to see if I can find one.

Are you originally from IL?

ghdprentice
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I started with a VPI. Does a good job, although sounds like a 747 taking off. I now have a German Nessie... expensive, but small and quiet and very automatic. 

An initial cleaning, whether new or use vinyl typically is all you need. Then a quick removal of dust before playing... I use Last General purpose so the applicator picks up the dust. 

If I play an album lots of times (seldom happens to me since I have 2,000) and starts getting pops, I’ll clean on the machine. 

I also use Last preservative after a machine cleaning. But this is reserved for serious vinylists. 

twangy57 OP
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ghdprentice

I only have aprox 120 albums left and about 50% are pretty worn.

I guess the VPI would work for me.

Not clear on the Last General purpose.is this a brand name?

Thanks

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