Ideally when you have a record covered in Tergikleen your next step should be to vacuum off all of it before applying your distilled water rinse and vacuum that off. Vacuuming twice will actually ensure you really get that Tergikleen off. Vacuuming twice is a lot less work if you have a dedicated vacuum machine, I have an Okki Nokki.
You are correct. I have actually added this step to the process. By the summer I I’ll most likely own a humminguru and the whole process will change for me at that point so I’ll make an updated video then. But thanks for watching!
I've watched a ton of these videos and wasted $200 on random cleaning stuff just to find out it wasn't helping barley at all and sometimes worse. This approach is a million times better than all the fancy brushes, liquids, and spin cleaner I got, and costs about the same as what I already spent. I speed this out and can build your set up for $200 including the shop vac
found your channel the other day as i started my vinyl collecting journey. SO impressed with your knowledge and delivery. also the production on these videos is INSANE. keep up the amazing work and thank you for taking the time to do it 🙏
Phenomenal video tutorial! Many thanks. Subscribed! Distilled water here in the UK is £10 per 5L. Crazy how cheap it's in the US!! Does vinyl vac get all of the 12' platter radius?... It looks small in the pictures but on your video looks like there's nothing left after
Excellent! I use the same things almost, but i let sit the solution 5 mins on the lp, before i use the vinyl vac, also i dont use the Tergikleen soltution, i made my own solution witth excellent results , zero residue and zero gunk on the stylus after playback..i also use an old unplugged turntable not a lazy susan, i use a magnifier glass to see the grooves , the surface of the vinyl , prior and after the vacum
Very clear instructions for a good budget friendly cleaning method. A+! One small suggestion would be to swap out your current oversized brush for a smaller shur-line edge painter. They are a near exact fit for cleaning 33s.
I grabbed a KAB USA EV-1 cleaner. You hook a vacuum cleaner up to it as well. Works very well. I wasn't aware of the vinyl vac at the time. Great content 👍
excellent. . A good balance between spending thousands for ultrasonic washers and a reasonable approach. Trying to sell off my 50-year-old vinyl collection, which is in very good condition. But it makes no sense spending hundreds or thousands of dollars. It's a cost benefit calculation. Your approach is time-consuming but thorough and cost-effective. Kudos.
I'm from RIO / BRAZIL and a only know about the existence of the BANDA UNIÃO BLACK through you video LOL Thanks for this amazing video...and for introducing me to a band that was born 15 minutes from my house. 😄
well, i have been using filtered water to rinse my records in a sink after i clean them with a mix of amway's all purpose cleaner 20 drops in a 1 ltr distilled water... and after rinse and wipe i use hair dryer to dry them never had an issue and it makes a massive difference.
Thanks for the video. Played vinyl as a kid. Now that I’ve had to clean out my parent’s house, I brought back all the 60s and 70s vinyl! I bought the vinyl vac but now know I need a stronger cleaning agent to get the grime off those records.
I use a wet dry vac , cleaning fluid and blue ( only) microfiber towel. After the first clean I use the ole Crosley felt brush and distilled water. Spray the record wet with your fav cleaner. I use Phoenix but whatever. Fold the towel once and place over the mini wet dry vac tube and vertically run it around the record outside in. That thing can suck a golf ball through a water hose , so it gets cleaned. Then run a felt around it for the last step. Vacuum cost 29.95 at Wally
I sell about an average of $8,000 of recornds\year on discogs.I use the same procedure, the only difference is that I use canned compressed air before I brush with a carbon fiber brush before doing the cleaning/vacuum step.
Love the channel! I recently rejoined the VC and picked up a Humminguru ultrasonic cleaner / dryer. New or used vinyl goes straight out of the sleeve and into the Humminguru. I use one drop of Tergikleen on the first wash (no dry), then wash again purely with distilled water only, and then a dry cycle. Basically a $500 automated version of what you are doing here lol! It absolutely rocks and the water in the reservoir after the first bath is often pretty gross water (especially new records, super cloudy wow). I am currently experimenting with TU-8 vs. MoFi Super Record Wash + a goat hair brush on the truly atrocious and / or very old surface cases (then the Humminguru process above). Misty or Cloudy surfaces sometimes still allude me 🧐
I started out 4 years ago till now using the Vinyl Vac way, Has worked really good. I have always wanted the Ultrasonic but 4 years ago didn't have a spare 5K dollars. Now they are very cheap in building my own (piecing it out) Last piece should be here tomorrow. Hoping to have great results with some stubborn records I'm trying to save (as long as they don't have groove damage) I use Ilford Ilfotol with a little 99.99% lab grade Isopropyl. Has worked amazing and YES there are so many cleaning solution opinions!!!!! What a horrible Rabbit Hole we jumped down!! Big Thumbs Up.
That's great. I would love to hear your results coming from using the Vacuum system and then moving to Ultrasonic. I have a couple records that I can't seem to get clean enough and I don't know if its the vacuum limitations or if they are just damaged.
@@PiecesofVinyl I will let you know Saturday, Thankfully I have a wife that loves LP Records so where going to have some drinks tomorrow night and clean and listen to some records (I'll make sure I don't have to many drinks LOL) I'll start out with one of her Abba and Sean Cassidy records before I move on to my Zeppelin and Doors albums ;-)
Good video. I'm about to build an enclosure for a wet vac, then mount a motorized lazy susan on top, with vinyl vac, both controlled by 2 switches. Have ordered s humminguru too, who knows when I'll get that ...
I saw someone do this with a box and foam but the cooler idea is kind of genius. I have a couple lying around too. Do you open the cooler every time you power it on or did you route a power button out of it?
@@PiecesofVinyl credit to @DiscRewind channel for the basic idea. I have a footswitch attached- GAMECHANGER. I built his spinning turntable rig but it's too slow and generates static. I'm in the process of building a vpi type top that spins faster.
Love my vinyl vac. Cleaning station combined with Discogs cataloging. Light and magnification help but I struggle with reading dead wax etchings. Ive herd the dishwashing additive rinse aid diluted works wet method. I’m still in early stages of a complete set up. Seems like we are finding a similar path. Thanks and good luck.
I just started collecting/playing records a couple of weeks ago. I saw a video from a guy named "Scientific Audiophile" who basically said every cleaning method out there sucks save for a few. Your video is newer than his and the technique seems to be harmless to the vinyl. Since I watched your video I've done this like 20 times and it will be standard for every record I have.
Generally I use a label protector and an older Spin Clean brush and wipe the record down in the kitchen sink using a dish soap. That is step one. Step two is to use a Spin Clean as per the standard instructions. In the Spin Clean I only use either store bought distilled water or water from my dehumidifier. The records come out with a very low amount of surface noise or none at all. I change out the water in the Spin Clean very often to ensure that none of the minerals from the tap water redeposit on any of the records that I'll clean. And I always dust the record with an anti static brush before playing.
You mentioned properly, record cleaned with TergiKleen needs to be washed out (rinsed) by clean destined water. Just because you use a destined water, there are no stains remaining after longer air dry process.
1/4 20 screw did not fit the same label protector. You need the same screw and thread pitch that matches the same screw that comes with the label protector. You need an M6 1.0x20mm
Dude, credit to you for your channel, I subded the first time I watched one of your vids. Although cheapaudioman is one of my favorites, he didn't send me here. Keep on with the videos and great tips on this one.
Thanks for the video. I just searched and could not see where you went back and did a video on the sleeves you were talking about. Would love to see that. Also, do the ones you are talking about make options for gatefold albums?
Great video! Love the cleaning methods on a budget that look to produce a great result. I recently picked up some old 45s in a Goodwill store because they were fun titles. If they don’t play well, I will use them for decoration. They can be very dirty and brushing dust may not get all the dust dirt off before using regular tools. Do you reserve tools to use as a pre clean method for these types of records? To keep from using the same implements used on newer records.
Thank you for this extremely helpful video! I've been overwhelmed by record cleaning options before and now I actually feel inspired to get started. Quick question: what's the brush you use for step 1 to dust off visible dirt?
Thanks for watching! Mine is the Dishwasher D4 - its kind of old - but they make tons of them. I will throw a link in the description but a search on amazon for dishwasher should find something similar. Hope that helps!
I think a good video idea would be to grab a random vinyl record from a thrift shop, record the audio, complete the cleaning process and then re-record the audio for a test.
Well - thanks for the comment, and I will do this since I have a new device coming for cleaning and I am going to make a review about it! Stay tuned - Same BAT-TIME - Same BAT-CHANNEL!
I made this setup and it is great on the A-Side but then when i flip it, it is always imprinted with the mat and the A-side is dirty as I clean the B. How would you fix this?
Sometimes I need to give side a - a second vaccum if I see any large dirt - but remember if you can see the dirt it can wiped off before playing using a carbon fiber brush. The vaccum is meant to get the stuff in the grooves. Also I did switch over a leather record mat I got Amazon it might help as well.
I think the actual disc washer is discontinued - but if you are following these steps and are just looking for a brush to brush off the dirt before wet cleaning - any of the ones on Amazon would work (get a cheap one) - good luck!
Thank you for this video. I canceled my order for a Spin Clean, and instead ordered this. I'll just use an old broken turntable. I have a few spare record brushes, do you think they'll get the job done for the scrubbing/rinsing or should I buy something specific? Cheers, looking forward to trying this tomorrrow.
@@PiecesofVinylThank you! Funny enough, I did exactly that. I've got The Dark Side of the Moon spinning after cleaning it, and I'm doing my other records right now. This is a really good value -- thanks again!
I don’t want rinse after the initial cleaning but I do want to use a wetting agent. Could I use 4 parts distilled water, 1 part 99% ISop. And 1 drop of tergikleen? In maybe 16 OZ bottle. Then just dab up the water with microfiber rag and dry in a record rack.
From learning from people that run services - the rinse or getting cleanly getting off the solution is the most important part. Next to that you need to remove the liquid - air drying doesn’t usually work for me and it takes too long.
I love your process…. Certainly worth investing in those lazy Susan’s …. I found an anti static gun makes a noticeable improvement on some of my poorer quality records
@@PiecesofVinyl I am sure you will notice the difference… I went for the tried and trusted Zerostat 3 Milty… Thanks again for your content, new subscriber ! :)
This one. But I had to bore out the whole a little and I don’t use it as intended I just lay it in there. If you are careful enough the water does get to the label. www.amazon.com/WEWU-ROUNDS-Cleaning-Protector-Waterproof/dp/B09DY5GH27/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=316UCLG5JA82Y&keywords=record+label+protector&qid=1698176327&sprefix=record+label%2Caps%2C76&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1
Here it is. www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014X2SXY0/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_plhdr=t&aaxitk=89f3aa08c48cc902eb910a0c6404fafc&hsa_cr_id=0&qid=1708188373&sr=1-1-3c6b3b04-89d4-46ee-857c-1e2f0de6a70e&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_lsi2m_asin_0_title&pd_rd_w=kemLA&content-id=amzn1.sym.4870a952-0dfa-4beb-9d2a-7a52537f019d%3Aamzn1.sym.4870a952-0dfa-4beb-9d2a-7a52537f019d&pf_rd_p=4870a952-0dfa-4beb-9d2a-7a52537f019d&pf_rd_r=PV42FTNVQ9VBGGS1KBB9&pd_rd_wg=9sxWg&pd_rd_r=3a9c0edc-14bd-4164-8919-b153cce518e8
I usually call it a lazy Susan - but here is a link for one on Amazon. They list it as a tv stand. www.amazon.com/LapWorks-inch-Heavy-Duty-Swivel/dp/B003IWFS0Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=26W8QQZE4FCYR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.AYBZbl_rQgrXvYF303qt-7tyVc8j1AauMBw5m4wpbrm9ubkkgzicCrzR4hqEv42vpgUJgk9i4u3YKFRvClFzVyRa6bkQM12BP-YWooGn7rs1yMc7m6gzbhSjoDdgNbCUKbn0FlN1cP-qHkIwdT_rvwlpvhCUvALV4VNx89oFUyUCz-PjktjQYfp3OmPM-Xd33wCvIBDt_eyEvUOFlShGbA.78CfyDtcCrZgF9XJPJZyuyCEUnC3HwOz3ugOb38MbAY&dib_tag=se&keywords=12%22+lazy+susan&qid=1709159262&sprefix=12+lazy+susan%2Caps%2C252&sr=8-5-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfbXRm&psc=1
I saw a process doing that. It is definitely the more thorough way to go. I figure it’s getting removed either way from the vacuum and I don’t feel like waiting for another round each side! Thanks for watching!
Would love a microscope shootout between the sufectant then vac then water then vac method vs your method to see if vacuuming twice per side is worth the extra time
@@kevinbeerbower939 I wonder if surfactant shows up on a microscope. But yes, I'd love to see this myself, though I am betting that more vacuuming = better results regardless. Is it worth it, though? I like my cleaned records to sound clean.
I’m really digging your channel. Truly. You A.) inspired me to do my new VC show and B.) turned me on to cheap audio man. I’m a huge Budos / Dap fan & would love to contact you possibly sometime 😬. Maybe through my website if you’re interested.
Thanks for reaching out! yeah we can definitely chat - you can hit me up through my site - I tried finding your site but didnt see a link in your videos.
The other true cleaning option is to ultra sonic clean. But a lot of people choose to air dry when doing that and I don’t like doing that. The best thing would be to ultrasonic clean and then vacuum…the most expensive machines do that in one step.
I use a sponge and sparkling water with a drop of dish soap for realy dirty records( like old records that where in a basement with mold and dust build up from years) works like a charm of course it's lots of more work than with a cleaning Machi e but it's cheap as f**k
This is just 18 minute ad, "use this gizmo, It´s use by the Congress" come on, just buy a propper claning machine ot listen to streaming CD´s or ripped Cds, SACD or whatever, add to that a "quality 180 gram record" can cost as much as 100 bucks. I love the sound off a great record in a great listening room but It´s a lot of money and work to get there,
Again Proper cleaning machines are sometimes way more expensive and not even as effective. Almost all of the vaccum cleaners out there are over $200 or more and are made of really cheap materials. For the price of this suggested setup it’s about $70-100. Including the cleaning solution tergikleen which is an industry standard and extremely effective. Last - most normal 180gram records are about $30 on average in the US in 2023. Not $100 - unless you are getting box sets or UHQR records.
This guy don't even know how to use a Discwasher or Goovewasher as it's called these days, it's not just a brush meant to brush the dust over the side, it's thousands of small hooks, you slowly turn it while mowing it ALONG the grooves, so those hooks lift of the dust, and then you turn it the other way on a cloth transferring the dust to it.
and when you reach this point 12:33 this man doesn´t show how to clean the other side of the record (you know most off them have two sides LOL) Why he doesn´t show that, simple, when you flip the record to clean the other side you contaminate the side you´ve just cleaned by placing it on the mat where you just put the dirty side of the record to clean the 1st side. There is no way to clean a record without spending a lot of money on a record cleaning machine. I don´t have that kind of money but there is a lot of people that do have the money and, time. It´s sad but It´s true. 14:23 yep there you have one side of the LP clean, and one side of the 45 also claen, the other two B sides doesn´t matter, just clean the A side , B sides have the worst musical content LOL, and prepare you credit card to order the vninyl VAC, a Shop VAC, the magic 3 drops probably the cheapest detergent , a Gallon of special water and don´t forget to make an adapter because the Vinyl VAC plastic tube thing doesn´t fit your shop vac. Enjoy!!
Wow. Thanks for the spirited comment. You have a lot of passion! This is 100% how I clean all my records - literally every one that has gone on my turntable. A and B side. I didn’t show the B sides cus I was trying to keep the time down on the video even though it is 18min. Long The little mat that i use is clean and the wet process and vaccum cleaning sucks up all the dirt or dust. Once in a while I have to give an additional vaccum to the a side again - but at that point if you can see the dust - it’s easy just to wipe off before playing. Now onto the “sales pitch” - this is literally like the cheapest way to do this. And it’s really effective. So yeah I highly recommend it and the vinyl vac - This entire cost is about $70-100 maybe vs. Ultra sonic machines that all start at $200 and above. I would not recommend any vaccum cleaner like the record dr. Because those motors on that vaccum will fail and they all start over $200 - just get a $30 shop vac. And if you get a small one you don’t need any attachments. And last - if you like and are happy with CDs and SACDs why are you bothering with vinyl cleaning videos?
Ideally when you have a record covered in Tergikleen your next step should be to vacuum off all of it before applying your distilled water rinse and vacuum that off. Vacuuming twice will actually ensure you really get that Tergikleen off. Vacuuming twice is a lot less work if you have a dedicated vacuum machine, I have an Okki Nokki.
You are correct. I have actually added this step to the process. By the summer I I’ll most likely own a humminguru and the whole process will change for me at that point so I’ll make an updated video then. But thanks for watching!
I've watched a ton of these videos and wasted $200 on random cleaning stuff just to find out it wasn't helping barley at all and sometimes worse. This approach is a million times better than all the fancy brushes, liquids, and spin cleaner I got, and costs about the same as what I already spent.
I speed this out and can build your set up for $200 including the shop vac
You can get it to be a little cheaper than $200 if you shop around.
Thanks for the shout out. We are really impressed with your production quality. Keep up the great videos!
Love your product!
found your channel the other day as i started my vinyl collecting journey. SO impressed with your knowledge and delivery. also the production on these videos is INSANE. keep up the amazing work and thank you for taking the time to do it 🙏
Phenomenal video tutorial! Many thanks. Subscribed!
Distilled water here in the UK is £10 per 5L. Crazy how cheap it's in the US!!
Does vinyl vac get all of the 12' platter radius?... It looks small in the pictures but on your video looks like there's nothing left after
It covers the full length. They also make a smaller version for 7” records. Thanks for watching!
Criminally underrated channel…keep up the good work and I sure your channel will explode!
Excellent! I use the same things almost, but i let sit the solution 5 mins on the lp, before i use the vinyl vac, also i dont use the Tergikleen soltution, i made my own solution witth excellent results , zero residue and zero gunk on the stylus after playback..i also use an old unplugged turntable not a lazy susan, i use a magnifier glass to see the grooves , the surface of the vinyl , prior and after the vacum
Can you share the homemade solution by any chance??? Would be much appreciated 👌
Very clear instructions for a good budget friendly cleaning method. A+! One small suggestion would be to swap out your current oversized brush for a smaller shur-line edge painter. They are a near exact fit for cleaning 33s.
I grabbed a KAB USA EV-1 cleaner. You hook a vacuum cleaner up to it as well. Works very well. I wasn't aware of the vinyl vac at the time. Great content 👍
"The two things that really drew me into vinyl were the expense and the inconvenience." 🤣
Agreed 100%
excellent. . A good balance between spending thousands for ultrasonic washers and a reasonable approach. Trying to sell off my 50-year-old vinyl collection, which is in very good condition. But it makes no sense spending hundreds or thousands of dollars. It's a cost benefit calculation. Your approach is time-consuming but thorough and cost-effective. Kudos.
right on - let me know if I can help with off loading some of those records 😉
I'm from RIO / BRAZIL and a only know about the existence of the BANDA UNIÃO BLACK through you video LOL Thanks for this amazing video...and for introducing me to a band that was born 15 minutes from my house. 😄
that is awesome! They are a sick sick band!
well, i have been using filtered water to rinse my records in a sink after i clean them with a mix of amway's all purpose cleaner 20 drops in a 1 ltr distilled water... and after rinse and wipe i use hair dryer to dry them never had an issue and it makes a massive difference.
Thanks for the video. Played vinyl as a kid. Now that I’ve had to clean out my parent’s house, I brought back all the 60s and 70s vinyl! I bought the vinyl vac but now know I need a stronger cleaning agent to get the grime off those records.
I use a wet dry vac , cleaning fluid and blue ( only) microfiber towel. After the first clean I use the ole Crosley felt brush and distilled water.
Spray the record wet with your fav cleaner. I use Phoenix but whatever. Fold the towel once and place over the mini wet dry vac tube and vertically run it around the record outside in. That thing can suck a golf ball through a water hose , so it gets cleaned. Then run a felt around it for the last step. Vacuum cost 29.95 at Wally
Nice work man. This video deserves a million views!
I sell about an average of $8,000 of recornds\year on discogs.I use the same procedure, the only difference is that I use canned compressed air before I brush with a carbon fiber brush before doing the cleaning/vacuum step.
Compressed air scares me a little sometimes there is liquids that come out with it.
"I didn't want to do it in the kitchen and getting in my wife's way"
Classic.
Love the channel! I recently rejoined the VC and picked up a Humminguru ultrasonic cleaner / dryer. New or used vinyl goes straight out of the sleeve and into the Humminguru. I use one drop of Tergikleen on the first wash (no dry), then wash again purely with distilled water only, and then a dry cycle. Basically a $500 automated version of what you are doing here lol! It absolutely rocks and the water in the reservoir after the first bath is often pretty gross water (especially new records, super cloudy wow).
I am currently experimenting with TU-8 vs. MoFi Super Record Wash + a goat hair brush on the truly atrocious and / or very old surface cases (then the Humminguru process above). Misty or Cloudy surfaces sometimes still allude me 🧐
Thank you for this great video. I'm just starting my vinyl collection and all your suggestions have been really helpful!
I was just listening to ZZ Top on record, it reminds me of when I bought the record in 1982.
Do you have a place in your house where you listen to vinyl?
I started out 4 years ago till now using the Vinyl Vac way, Has worked really good. I have always wanted the Ultrasonic but 4 years ago didn't have a spare 5K dollars. Now they are very cheap in building my own (piecing it out) Last piece should be here tomorrow. Hoping to have great results with some stubborn records I'm trying to save (as long as they don't have groove damage) I use Ilford Ilfotol with a little 99.99% lab grade Isopropyl. Has worked amazing and YES there are so many cleaning solution opinions!!!!! What a horrible Rabbit Hole we jumped down!! Big Thumbs Up.
That's great. I would love to hear your results coming from using the Vacuum system and then moving to Ultrasonic. I have a couple records that I can't seem to get clean enough and I don't know if its the vacuum limitations or if they are just damaged.
@@PiecesofVinyl I will let you know Saturday, Thankfully I have a wife that loves LP Records so where going to have some drinks tomorrow night and clean and listen to some records (I'll make sure I don't have to many drinks LOL) I'll start out with one of her Abba and Sean Cassidy records before I move on to my Zeppelin and Doors albums ;-)
Good video. I'm about to build an enclosure for a wet vac, then mount a motorized lazy susan on top, with vinyl vac, both controlled by 2 switches. Have ordered s humminguru too, who knows when I'll get that ...
I got an old cooler, cut a couple holes for power cable and hose and have my wet vac in there. Cuts down the sound tremendously.
I saw someone do this with a box and foam but the cooler idea is kind of genius. I have a couple lying around too. Do you open the cooler every time you power it on or did you route a power button out of it?
@@PiecesofVinyl credit to @DiscRewind channel for the basic idea. I have a footswitch attached- GAMECHANGER. I built his spinning turntable rig but it's too slow and generates static. I'm in the process of building a vpi type top that spins faster.
Love my vinyl vac. Cleaning station combined with Discogs cataloging. Light and magnification help but I struggle with reading dead wax etchings. Ive herd the dishwashing additive rinse aid diluted works wet method. I’m still in early stages of a complete set up. Seems like we are finding a similar path. Thanks and good luck.
I just started collecting/playing records a couple of weeks ago. I saw a video from a guy named "Scientific Audiophile" who basically said every cleaning method out there sucks save for a few. Your video is newer than his and the technique seems to be harmless to the vinyl. Since I watched your video I've done this like 20 times and it will be standard for every record I have.
Right on! The only addition I would recommend it consider doing an additional rinse just with distilled water. But most of the time I only do one.
Generally I use a label protector and an older Spin Clean brush and wipe the record down in the kitchen sink using a dish soap. That is step one. Step two is to use a Spin Clean as per the standard instructions. In the Spin Clean I only use either store bought distilled water or water from my dehumidifier. The records come out with a very low amount of surface noise or none at all. I change out the water in the Spin Clean very often to ensure that none of the minerals from the tap water redeposit on any of the records that I'll clean. And I always dust the record with an anti static brush before playing.
Awesome! Thanks so much for taking my suggestion and making this video!
You mentioned properly, record cleaned with TergiKleen needs to be washed out (rinsed) by clean destined water.
Just because you use a destined water, there are no stains remaining after longer air dry process.
Enjoyed the video. You convinced me to buy the vinyl vac and sundries.
1/4 20 screw did not fit the same label protector. You need the same screw and thread pitch that matches the same screw that comes with the label protector. You need an M6 1.0x20mm
I think I might have grinded mine out a little to fit.
Dude, credit to you for your channel, I subded the first time I watched one of your vids. Although cheapaudioman is one of my favorites, he didn't send me here. Keep on with the videos and great tips on this one.
all perfect clear explained !
appreciate, Sir !
Thanks for the video. I just searched and could not see where you went back and did a video on the sleeves you were talking about. Would love to see that. Also, do the ones you are talking about make options for gatefold albums?
I need to make that video! Thanks for the reminder!
Great video! Love the cleaning methods on a budget that look to produce a great result.
I recently picked up some old 45s in a Goodwill store because they were fun titles. If they don’t play well, I will use them for decoration. They can be very dirty and brushing dust may not get all the dust dirt off before using regular tools. Do you reserve tools to use as a pre clean method for these types of records?
To keep from using the same implements used on newer records.
I do use older brushes on the really dirty records for a first pass. Then I got to the normal.
Thank you for this extremely helpful video! I've been overwhelmed by record cleaning options before and now I actually feel inspired to get started. Quick question: what's the brush you use for step 1 to dust off visible dirt?
Thanks for watching! Mine is the Dishwasher D4 - its kind of old - but they make tons of them. I will throw a link in the description but a search on amazon for dishwasher should find something similar. Hope that helps!
@@PiecesofVinyl ah thank you! One important detail, you mean “discwasher” not “dishwasher.” I had some odd search results at first, haha.
Good video, thanks.
Dude nice channel! Production quality top notch I just subscribed I can see this channel grow for sure if you keep doing what you are doing👍🏽
Thanks for watching and the compliments! Tell your friends!
Thanks for sharing 🙏
89euros here in Spain on Amazon! eye roll emoji
I thought I heard Ice Cube when you said “strait outta the comments” haha
I love ice cube!
Top video …thank you..
I think a good video idea would be to grab a random vinyl record from a thrift shop, record the audio, complete the cleaning process and then re-record the audio for a test.
Well - thanks for the comment, and I will do this since I have a new device coming for cleaning and I am going to make a review about it! Stay tuned - Same BAT-TIME - Same BAT-CHANNEL!
cheers mate thanks for the vid
I made this setup and it is great on the A-Side but then when i flip it, it is always imprinted with the mat and the A-side is dirty as I clean the B. How would you fix this?
Sometimes I need to give side a - a second vaccum if I see any large dirt - but remember if you can see the dirt it can wiped off before playing using a carbon fiber brush. The vaccum is meant to get the stuff in the grooves. Also I did switch over a leather record mat I got Amazon it might help as well.
Great post! Thank you. What would you use for the spindle in thecenter of the 12" Lazy Susan?
I used a 1/4 20 size bolt and hot glued it through the hole.
Thank you. Your post is exactly the setup I was looking for!
I can't find that Discwasher velvet brush except in a cleaning kit. Is that the only way to get it? Is there another brand that's equal in quality?
I think the actual disc washer is discontinued - but if you are following these steps and are just looking for a brush to brush off the dirt before wet cleaning - any of the ones on Amazon would work (get a cheap one) - good luck!
Thank you for this video. I canceled my order for a Spin Clean, and instead ordered this. I'll just use an old broken turntable. I have a few spare record brushes, do you think they'll get the job done for the scrubbing/rinsing or should I buy something specific? Cheers, looking forward to trying this tomorrrow.
I would use those paint pads from Home Depot to do any scrubbing they are safe and won’t hurt the record. Good luck!
@@PiecesofVinylThank you! Funny enough, I did exactly that. I've got The Dark Side of the Moon spinning after cleaning it, and I'm doing my other records right now. This is a really good value -- thanks again!
I don’t want rinse after the initial cleaning but I do want to use a wetting agent. Could I use 4 parts distilled water, 1 part 99% ISop. And 1 drop of tergikleen? In maybe 16 OZ bottle. Then just dab up the water with microfiber rag and dry in a record rack.
From learning from people that run services - the rinse or getting cleanly getting off the solution is the most important part. Next to that you need to remove the liquid - air drying doesn’t usually work for me and it takes too long.
I love your process…. Certainly worth investing in those lazy Susan’s …. I found an anti static gun makes a noticeable improvement on some of my poorer quality records
I am looking into adding an anti static gun.
@@PiecesofVinyl I am sure you will notice the difference… I went for the tried and trusted Zerostat 3 Milty…
Thanks again for your content, new subscriber ! :)
What are you using to cover the label? I can't find it listed (nice list too)
This one. But I had to bore out the whole a little and I don’t use it as intended I just lay it in there. If you are careful enough the water does get to the label. www.amazon.com/WEWU-ROUNDS-Cleaning-Protector-Waterproof/dp/B09DY5GH27/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=316UCLG5JA82Y&keywords=record+label+protector&qid=1698176327&sprefix=record+label%2Caps%2C76&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1
i cant find vinyl vac or something similar. Amazon says not available, nothing on ebay too, or i dont know how to search something similar!
Here it is. www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014X2SXY0/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_plhdr=t&aaxitk=89f3aa08c48cc902eb910a0c6404fafc&hsa_cr_id=0&qid=1708188373&sr=1-1-3c6b3b04-89d4-46ee-857c-1e2f0de6a70e&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_lsi2m_asin_0_title&pd_rd_w=kemLA&content-id=amzn1.sym.4870a952-0dfa-4beb-9d2a-7a52537f019d%3Aamzn1.sym.4870a952-0dfa-4beb-9d2a-7a52537f019d&pf_rd_p=4870a952-0dfa-4beb-9d2a-7a52537f019d&pf_rd_r=PV42FTNVQ9VBGGS1KBB9&pd_rd_wg=9sxWg&pd_rd_r=3a9c0edc-14bd-4164-8919-b153cce518e8
Does anyone knows about the info of that sexy machine showed up at 15:37?
The douke audio st-01 integrated amp.
What do you call the rotating mat when you are cleaning? I have been trying to find one.
I usually call it a lazy Susan - but here is a link for one on Amazon. They list it as a tv stand. www.amazon.com/LapWorks-inch-Heavy-Duty-Swivel/dp/B003IWFS0Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=26W8QQZE4FCYR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.AYBZbl_rQgrXvYF303qt-7tyVc8j1AauMBw5m4wpbrm9ubkkgzicCrzR4hqEv42vpgUJgk9i4u3YKFRvClFzVyRa6bkQM12BP-YWooGn7rs1yMc7m6gzbhSjoDdgNbCUKbn0FlN1cP-qHkIwdT_rvwlpvhCUvALV4VNx89oFUyUCz-PjktjQYfp3OmPM-Xd33wCvIBDt_eyEvUOFlShGbA.78CfyDtcCrZgF9XJPJZyuyCEUnC3HwOz3ugOb38MbAY&dib_tag=se&keywords=12%22+lazy+susan&qid=1709159262&sprefix=12+lazy+susan%2Caps%2C252&sr=8-5-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfbXRm&psc=1
I vacuum off the cleaning solution, then rinse and vacuum again.
I saw a process doing that. It is definitely the more thorough way to go. I figure it’s getting removed either way from the vacuum and I don’t feel like waiting for another round each side! Thanks for watching!
This is the way. All your really doing is diluting the cleaner on the record and contaminating the rinse basin.
Would love a microscope shootout between the sufectant then vac then water then vac method vs your method to see if vacuuming twice per side is worth the extra time
@@kevinbeerbower939 I wonder if surfactant shows up on a microscope. But yes, I'd love to see this myself, though I am betting that more vacuuming = better results regardless. Is it worth it, though? I like my cleaned records to sound clean.
You need the anti static gun.
It is crucial - once you use it, you will understand.
I know. I plan on getting on this year. Thanks!
I’m really digging your channel. Truly. You A.) inspired me to do my new VC show and B.) turned me on to cheap audio man. I’m a huge Budos / Dap fan & would love to contact you possibly sometime 😬. Maybe through my website if you’re interested.
Thanks for reaching out! yeah we can definitely chat - you can hit me up through my site - I tried finding your site but didnt see a link in your videos.
@@PiecesofVinyl I will thanks..! My site is in Beta still, Oops. Please forgive my late response..!
What do u do if u are not going to use a vacuum?
The other true cleaning option is to ultra sonic clean. But a lot of people choose to air dry when doing that and I don’t like doing that. The best thing would be to ultrasonic clean and then vacuum…the most expensive machines do that in one step.
Is this wet cleaning necessary for brand new records??
Extremely needed. A lot of brand new records come in paper sleeves and are really dirty.
I use a sponge and sparkling water with a drop of dish soap for realy dirty records( like old records that where in a basement with mold and dust build up from years) works like a charm of course it's lots of more work than with a cleaning Machi e but it's cheap as f**k
You only need one, and thats the ultrasonic one. the rest you can make yourself
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"10 drops of water in a gallon of water"...?
Like he said...really diluted.
This is just 18 minute ad, "use this gizmo, It´s use by the Congress" come on, just buy a propper claning machine ot listen to streaming CD´s or ripped Cds, SACD or whatever, add to that a "quality 180 gram record" can cost as much as 100 bucks. I love the sound off a great record in a great listening room but It´s a lot of money and work to get there,
Again Proper cleaning machines are sometimes way more expensive and not even as effective. Almost all of the vaccum cleaners out there are over $200 or more and are made of really cheap materials. For the price of this suggested setup it’s about $70-100. Including the cleaning solution tergikleen which is an industry standard and extremely effective. Last - most normal 180gram records are about $30 on average in the US in 2023. Not $100 - unless you are getting box sets or UHQR records.
This guy don't even know how to use a Discwasher or Goovewasher as it's called these days, it's not just a brush meant to brush the dust over the side, it's thousands of small hooks, you slowly turn it while mowing it ALONG the grooves, so those hooks lift of the dust, and then you turn it the other way on a cloth transferring the dust to it.
and when you reach this point 12:33 this man doesn´t show how to clean the other side of the record (you know most off them have two sides LOL) Why he doesn´t show that, simple, when you flip the record to clean the other side you contaminate the side you´ve just cleaned by placing it on the mat where you just put the dirty side of the record to clean the 1st side. There is no way to clean a record without spending a lot of money on a record cleaning machine. I don´t have that kind of money but there is a lot of people that do have the money and, time. It´s sad but It´s true.
14:23 yep there you have one side of the LP clean, and one side of the 45 also claen, the other two B sides doesn´t matter, just clean the A side , B sides have the worst musical content LOL, and prepare you credit card to order the vninyl VAC, a Shop VAC, the magic 3 drops probably the cheapest detergent , a Gallon of special water and don´t forget to make an adapter because the Vinyl VAC plastic tube thing doesn´t fit your shop vac. Enjoy!!
Wow. Thanks for the spirited comment. You have a lot of passion! This is 100% how I clean all my records - literally every one that has gone on my turntable. A and B side. I didn’t show the B sides cus I was trying to keep the time down on the video even though it is 18min. Long The little mat that i use is clean and the wet process and vaccum cleaning sucks up all the dirt or dust. Once in a while I have to give an additional vaccum to the a side again - but at that point if you can see the dust - it’s easy just to wipe off before playing. Now onto the “sales pitch” - this is literally like the cheapest way to do this. And it’s really effective. So yeah I highly recommend it and the vinyl vac - This entire cost is about $70-100 maybe vs. Ultra sonic machines that all start at $200 and above. I would not recommend any vaccum cleaner like the record dr. Because those motors on that vaccum will fail and they all start over $200 - just get a $30 shop vac. And if you get a small one you don’t need any attachments. And last - if you like and are happy with CDs and SACDs why are you bothering with vinyl cleaning videos?