VPI 16.5 thoughts


A while back, I had a thread about buying a conditioner or a RCM. I bought a VPI 16.5 and it arrived yesterday. This had to be the stupidest question I have ever asked.

Although the motor didn't work and the turntable didn't turn, I did clean a couple of dirty lps and a couple Columbia six eye classical records - (in particular, a Bach organ record). Awesome! I cleaned a $1 copy of Billy Joel's 'The Stranger' bought at half price books. It now sounds on par with the SACD version. The Bach organ record exhibits way more air than I could have every imagined. etc. etc. etc...I guess I was never really able to remove the dirt with hand cleaning.

Music Direct is sending me a new one along with the return label which is a fair and proper way to handle things - I'm pleased with this kind of service. I will continue with this company for vinyl needs as good service needs to be rewarded. :-)
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Hey Doug, I bet it broke because of a power surge :-)). Just kidding! Glad you like the RCM Plinko, I bought 6 LP's yesterday and cleaned 'em all on my 16.5. Now, about that Power Conditioner...

Plinko there is a cumulative effect on record cleaning. the record gets cleaner with each cleaning. antistatic devices like zerostat helps. also try different fluids like record research. enjoy.
Got the replacement VPI 16.5 today. Found it on my front porch when I went home for lunch to today to clean records, er, let the dog out. Thing works like a champ. Wonderful service!