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Best way to clean records

I've been using Discwasher products forever to clean records. Now, I'm looking to do a better job without spending several hundred dollars on Nitty Gritty, etc. It seems that some kind of vacuum system is best.
Any suggestions on upgrading my cleaning methods?
Is it possible to find a used vacuum system, like a Nitty Gritty or VPI?
Thank you in advance for your advice.
bdunne
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marakanetz
5,473 posts
 
For a buck no quiestion, VPI.
You can also shop at kabusa.com to find the record cleaner adapter to your home vacume cleaner as well that can save you some but not as much as you can buy used VPI 16.5.
valleyplastic
149 posts
 
I have used both Nitty Gritty and the VPI 16.5 I agree 100% with 4yanx. It does not get much better then a 16.5
Built for a life time.
Dave
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stanwal
3,147 posts
 
I use to sell both Nitty Gritty and VPI and was happy with both. A clean LP is much better. If you have a sizeable collection , or intend to have one , it is worth the investment. Stan
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jmcgrogan2
6,346 posts
 
Another vote for the VPI 16.5, it's worth the investment. Also Record Research is the best fluid I've used, the Super Deep Cleaner is amazing.
jsawhitlock
302 posts
 
Ditto on the 16.5 machine, record research super deep cleaner and vinyl wash. Takes approx. a minute to clean both sides.
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