1: Re: Record Cleaning Solution...whatddaya think? (16.51)
Posted by nameci on 2003-03-28, 11:14:32 (136.182.2.221)
I have been using DIY fluid for a quiet some time. Everything you have looks okay. I started out using Lysol Direct after 1st gallon of DIY fluid I stop using it and replaced it with dish washer soap/ .......
2: looking for diy solution suggestions for orbitrac system (16.51)
Posted by marc-homeslice on 2004-01-30, 09:25:21 (68.36.227.156)
hi guys: i think there maybe a diy solution page here on the VA so i am really looking for tips on where to find it. my specific request id to find a recipe for home-made solution to replace my dwindl .......
3: I think any vacuum based RCM is a must along with a good cleaning solution (15.34)
Posted by Olly on 2009-05-05, 16:57:48 (220.157.79.176)
When it came to finding a cleaning solution I found that the ones on offer were sub standard so I now use a DIY formula which is far superior. As you can see from the picture there can be a lot of .......
4: RE: Record Cleaning Blues (14.73)
Posted by Audioquest4life on 2008-10-01, 12:18:29 (87.177.88.78)
Since you did not address DIY specifically, I use a Clearaudio Matrix record cleaning machine with the Clearaudio cleaning solution which provides me with excellant results. Only need to empty the con .......
5: DIY record cleaning (14.36)
Posted by Crazyhorse on 2002-07-09, 09:19:00 (65.214.236.9)
I'm considering making my own cleaning solution using Laura Dearborn's recipe from over at TNT audio. I'm not convinced the current commercial cleaners out there are worth the money...Does anyone else .......
6: The case against Photoflow (14.33)
Posted by dvb on 2001-07-04, 21:23:36 (209.87.132.124)
Can be found in the archives in a post "RE: DIY Vinyl Cleaning Solution". Others, including Myles Astor, seemed to think it is OK, as long as the solution is vacuumed off quickly. .......
7: Re: My LP cleaning method (14.15)
Posted by Hamover on 2006-11-14, 17:34:18 (71.218.56.132)
I have to agree with Fred. Record Research Lab's Super Vinyl Wash is probably the greatest thing I have tried to this date. I have tried alot of non-vaccuming processes, but they didnt do crap. I prob .......
8: waterbed conditioner in diy cleaning solution (13.85)
Posted by painter@g2a.net on 2003-04-12, 10:25:01 (206.176.221.244)
I was wondering about useing waterbed conditioner in my diy cleaning solution instead of alcohol. The only reason i add alcohol is to inhibit algae growth since a mixed gal. of solution sits around a .......
9: Re: One anal analogist's approach to cleaning (VERY LONG) (13.77)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2003-06-24, 14:50:07 (158.116.149.6)
Thanks for the great post! I also do "SINK CLEANING" and "VACUUM CLEANING" with VPI 16.5. I have tried both the VPI and Record Research cleaning fluids. I couldn't tell the difference between commeric .......
10: UK cleaning solution/DIY ? (13.38)
Posted by minormark on 2005-02-01, 09:45:09 (195.195.216.15)
I'm a uk based newbie looking for cleaning solution... On theDIY side, has any uk person managed to find any of the ingredients required for a DIY cleaning solution? I've just been quoted £18.20 for 5 .......
11: LP Cleaning solution, Alcohol or not? (13.38)
Posted by Tubenube on 2003-06-01, 06:59:21 (66.69.253.170)
I have a VPI RCM and have been using the VPI solution that I made up from their concentrate & distilled water. I read (here?) that the VPI (and others) cleaning solution used to contain 20% alcohol bu .......
12: Re: how much oxy [nt] (13.34)
Posted by OLLY on 2006-01-13, 03:09:57 (202.182.102.90)
I gave an initial two squeezes of the trigger mixed with the cleaning solution for the first stage in cleaning. No more Oxy Action was used as I did not want it to leave any residue on the vinyl and t .......
13: RE: I think any vacuum based RCM is a must along with a good cleaning solution (13.08)
Posted by nicktreiber@yahoo.com on 2009-05-06, 09:35:07 (69.221.150.142)
You must tell us what your DIY solution is then. .......
14: No, No, No,......... (13.06)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2003-06-08, 20:36:57 (208.188.19.4)
Detergent will leave sonic signature on your records. Althought the records look clean, it will not sound faithfully. I use DIY record cleaning solution and Disc Doctor brush with good result. Here is .......
15: I have several issues . . . (13.04)
Posted by Dan_ed on 2004-05-19, 06:56:09 (64.223.135.10)
with your method. I believe you are leaving deposits on your records with your method. However, I think all ills would be overcome with a final cleaning with RRL Super Vinyl Wash and a good vacuum dry .......
16: Re: cleaning and noise (13.03)
Posted by mike b on 2001-06-12, 10:28:00 (216.52.31.124)
Mike, I think you will realize a large improvement going with vacuum based cleaning. I use Disc Doctor cleaning solution, and his procedures, but finish with vacuuming the rinse solution rather than a .......
17: Streaks while record cleaning (12.87)
Posted by Apokalypse on 2005-06-17, 21:03:58 (202.164.197.112)
I've cleaned a bunch of records with my DIY RCM. I'm using the tergitol solution and velvet on the head of the vacuum to vacuum off residual water/solution. I rinse with distilled water once after cle .......
18: Well, no... (12.77)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2003-07-13, 18:58:54 (216.12.223.249)
I don't use the Disc Dr. fluid. I use the super cleaner II solution that came with the Rec. Dr. II RCM for mint/mint- LP cleaning. For tougher jobs, I use the Greg Weaver/Soundstage DIY home brew reci .......
19: Missing a surfactant? (12.75)
Posted by dvb on 2001-10-26, 17:57:42 (209.87.132.148)
Your DIY solution may be missing a surfactant to spread the solution evenly over the record. Some recommend a drop or two of Dawn dishwashing fluid, some use Photo Flo (and some recommend against PF, .......
20: DIY cleaning solution list? (12.60)
Posted by hifitom on 2003-06-19, 18:48:41 (12.217.215.103)
Well my wife has been eyeing all the classical stuff I have been picking up and it's time to give them a nice bath. I'll be ordering an Orbitrac in the morning. Meantime, has anyone compiled a list of .......
21: Re: Can repeated RRL use further eliminate surface noise? (12.54)
Posted by daven on 2004-12-24, 07:44:24 (4.159.167.40)
I've used RRL, DIY, DiscDoctor, Touramat and like them all. But the best cleaning initially I have found is DIY solution with a youth toothbrush. I have liked the Colgate ones. They are gentle enough .......
22: Enoch: Do a search of "azeotropic" (a type of... (12.50)
Posted by DeKay on 2002-06-18, 14:41:40 (198.81.17.52)
Isopropanol/Isopropyl alcohal). I just found pint size containers (91%) @ Sav-On drugs in CA ($1.39/pint). Using this in your DIY solution should be fine per the info contained on it in the archives. .......
23: DIY cleaner Pure USP alcohol (ethanol) or Pure Isopropyl alcohol (12.43)
Posted by buzzardsbay on 2009-08-01, 19:01:09 (155.201.35.50)
All of the DIY vinyl cleaning solutions containing alcohol use isopropyl alcohol. If you disregard the cost difference, is there a reason why isopropyl alcohol should be used instead of undenatured et .......
24: Re: DIY cleaning solution - for Australians (12.40)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-05-06, 08:30:16 (24.241.224.13)
If you're dead set on making your own record cleaning solvent you might as well make something good, forget the alcohol entirely and forget most of the old DIY formula's they truly suck big time, an u .......
25: Enoch: Do a search of "azeotropic" (a type of... (12.31)
Posted by DeKay on 2002-06-18, 14:41:40 (198.81.17.52)
Isopropanol/Isopropyl alcohal). I just found pint size containers (91%) @ Sav-On drugs in CA ($1.39/pint). Using this in your DIY solution should be fine per the info contained on it in the archives. .......
26: Re: Yep, Kodak recommends NOT using photo-flo for LP cleaning on their web site ... (12.30)
Posted by Todd Erickson on 2005-05-18, 09:54:31 (205.188.116.13)
Hello all, Rgordonpf and Shamon are correct. I was curious, so I e-mailed Kodak with regard to the safety of Photo-flo in DIY cleaning solutions. I'm sure it is safe to use for cleaning records. Here' .......
27: Re: waterbed conditioner in diy cleaning solution (12.30)
Posted by TimB5881 on 2003-04-12, 13:11:51 (172.200.169.73)
I would not use it, because water bed conditioners also have some sort of plasticser in it, which may or may not help/hurt your records. The commercial solution I but is 20% alcohol, and it seems to .......
28: Record cleaning (12.29)
Posted by aud28 on 2003-02-26, 20:22:21 (202.188.72.99)
I was using a cleaning solution made by one of my audio hifi shops. According to him, it is made up of distilled water, a few drop of alcohol and Amway "L.O.C" cleaning detergent. The LPs sounded brig .......
29: RE: details (12.27)
Posted by Bry on 2008-04-07, 06:50:14 (131.91.196.12)
My purpose in posting these was to demonstrate the importance of record cleaning and not to re-open the cleaning fluid debate, but here goes. The record was scrubbed with a very dilute Spray-n-Wash so .......
30: Re: Alcohol in DIY RCF, destructive ? pt 2 (12.24)
Posted by Fred J on 2004-06-17, 16:55:36 (24.196.140.105)
I forgot to mention after cleaning with the solution I rinse with the RO water and vacuum with my DIY RCM. .......
31: Like the idea of a rinseless solution for tougher cleaning jobs... (12.24)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2003-07-14, 09:32:04 (216.7.231.121)
Just checked out RRL at elusive disc. There are two varieties: super deep cleaning solution and regular super vinyl wash. Which do you use? Why not just use the deep cleaner? That would seem to cover .......
32: I use NittyGritty 1.0 and DIY Solution (12.24)
Posted by plexus on 2002-03-06, 13:12:51 (65.93.17.30)
I bought the 1.0 on ebay for $180US. For solution I use 50% distilled water, 50% isopropyl alcohol (99%) and 2/3 the recommended amount of Photoflo 2000. I have done residue tests with and without Pho .......
33: Re: How to improve on AA Record Doctor II cleaning machine? (12.19)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2003-07-13, 18:15:47 (216.12.223.249)
I have the Rec. Dr. II RCM, and I agree that Disc Dr. brushes will help enormously; that's what I did. Plus, I have a DIY rec. cleaning solution I concoct of 50% Isopro. Alc. (91% pure or better) and .......
34: Seeking a Record Doctor II on Sale & Other Vinyl Care Advice (Long) (12.17)
Posted by Techhoney on 2000-09-05, 15:22:09 (4.54.15.252)
I am a DJ and vinyl newbie and have questions about overall vinyl care. I have read old postings on this site about vinyl care and about getting a record cleaner to get a "deep" cleaning of my really .......
35: If you're too sensitive for life, please don't read this !!! (12.16)
Posted by Fred J on 2006-01-24, 00:41:47 (24.159.230.169)
Just to irritate your Too Sensitive to live type self, just a bit more ;-) Any record cleaning system Ultrasonic, spinning or just soaking and manually turned, use a fixed solution tank, which mean .......
36: Re: Now I’ve gone and done it (12.13)
Posted by HenryH on 2005-07-04, 08:11:45 (72.9.10.223)
Brian, You are in the right place. Re: your querries. 1-2. Both new and used are OK. For other sources of new vinyl, you can try Music Direct, Elusive Disc and Sundazed. A.S. is a good source as you n .......
37: Question about Pheonix Cleaning solution (12.13)
Posted by mrclassicman on 2007-11-18, 09:19:21 (69.14.253.65)
I purchased this vinyl cleaning solution through Sleeve City and it came without any instructions as to use. So I am not sure if it should be used full strength, or even if it needs to be rinsed after .......
38: ethanol for cleaning solution? (12.09)
Posted by Rob M on 2002-05-30, 20:36:05 (216.130.70.216)
Please don't tell me to search the archive. I've done so, and now I have a question about using ethanol instead of isopropyl in a DIY cleaning solution. I went to the drugstore to buy 99% isopropyl an .......
39: Re: My record cleaning protocol - comments (12.04)
Posted by BillC on 2000-12-30, 07:25:29 (208.191.24.59)
>>> does anyone else have thoughts on this? Sure do. First, regardless of the potential (or lack thereof) of alcohol solutions and vinyl damage, a 50% solution is unnecessary. The alcohol acts primari .......
40: Even with a good table, you'll need a record cleaning (12.03)
Posted by Terry P on 2006-07-16, 19:48:02 (75.15.112.152)
machine to really make vinyl quiet. I recommend a vacuum record cleaning machine (e.g., Nitty Gritty, VPI). If you use a cleaning solution that removes mold release compound (see archives) and a decen .......
41: Re: LP more noisy after cleaning. What'd I do wrong? (11.98)
Posted by randallvw on 2004-02-24, 07:20:46 (67.97.130.2)
You didn't do anything wrong at all. This is caused by some crystals from the dried solution & some gunk lifted from the grooves. It will go away with time, but a vaccum machine is really the best way .......
42: Re: Disco Antistat 'mixture' - what is it? (11.93)
Posted by Aleksunder on 2006-04-26, 10:46:57 (87.74.49.104)
I guess after 5 years you'd know if there were any problems with the cleaning solution. But the stuff collecting on the stylus, it can't be the cleaning solution, so you have to hope it's just loosene .......
43: Re: waterbed conditioner in diy cleaning solution (11.92)
Posted by painter@g2a.net on 2003-04-12, 16:43:17 (206.176.220.138)
Thanks Tim, Yes, I knew it also had a plasticizer in it, but figured since its in contact with the surface of the LP for such a short time, ( compared to a water bed ) it should'nt be a problem. Tomor .......
44: Re: Any suggestions on home-brew record cleaning solution? (11.92)
Posted by The Real Dave on 2000-10-13, 06:12:00 (149.173.1.20)
Hi, Tom. Finally picked up that old lady's collection, huh? I'm surprised you ran out of that AA fluid - that gallon bottle that came with my Record Doctor looks like it will never run out. But if you .......
45: Looks Okay to me except.... (11.85)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2001-07-09, 13:02:24 (158.116.131.3)
the WD-40. I really don't understand why people come up with vinyl cleaning with WD-40? DIY vinyl cleaning solution does save you some money if you have hundreds of albums. Doesn't matter you use hand .......
46: RE: For those who use a RCM . . . (11.84)
Posted by cactuscowboy@bresnan.net on 2007-11-14, 11:48:47 (69.144.174.124)
I'm using a DIY RCM with homemade cleaning solution: 1 part 91% Isopropyl 2 parts Distilled Water couple drops Photo Flo Procedure: Apply above cleaning solution to record. Rotate platter by hand cloc .......
47: Record Cleaning Solution (11.83)
Posted by diana_silver on 2009-06-26, 18:33:55 (209.204.186.114)
I'm being told I need to switch to this new record cleaning solution. It's from a company nameded "Analog Expert" and is called; "ULTIMATE RECORD CLEANING SOLUTION". Has anyone used it? Is it as good .......
48: ive been cleaning my records with (11.77)
Posted by snkby on 2006-08-12, 21:03:26 (67.169.169.117)
50/50 mix of 99%isopropyl alcohol and distilled water for about 15yrs now with no problems. the solution is put on the record in 1 pass and almost immediately vacuumed off with a diy record vac. i don .......
49: Re: DIY record cleaning method.... (11.77)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2002-02-25, 17:25:22 (208.188.27.178)
I totally understand where you come from and appreciate your advice. I know that the ultimate solution would be Record Doctor cleaning liquid(or whatever brand) + a record cleaning machine(RCM). But I .......
50: DIY cleaning solution - for Australians (11.76)
Posted by Apokalypse on 2005-05-05, 21:43:54 (202.164.197.112)
Hey guys, I'm going to make my own solution, I don't trust the one that I have here. Whereabouts do you guys get your isopropyl (or ethyl) and surfactant? What surfactant do you use? How much is the a .......
51: Re: How do you scope a stylus? (11.70)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2005-06-17, 21:02:54 (216.12.192.71)
Yes, my records are cleaned using the Record Doctor II from Audioadvisor. My cleaning solution is DIY, with about 20% Isoprop Alc and to 80% distilled water w/ a few drops of fotoflo and a few drops o .......
52: Broke out the DIY record cleaning machine today. (11.70)
Posted by The Real Dick Hertz on 2009-04-28, 12:42:21 (71.136.48.249)
It had been in the closet for a couple of years, orphaned by the CD collection. Been listening to more and more vinyl lately so I thought I'd better do some serious record cleaning. It's ugly but i .......
53: Re: right, I've given up on alcohol in my DIY (11.69)
Posted by darkstar on 2005-04-18, 06:12:03 (216.17.47.208)
Now my DIY is not very DIY any more.... :( I bought a small bottle of Last #1 Power cleaner and used the whole contents with a gallon of ultra distilled water, plus a few drops of Disk Doctor solution .......
54: RE: My Turntable Arrives Tomorrow!! Then What? (11.68)
Posted by HamBone77 on 2007-08-21, 14:35:08 (208.252.172.141)
While your listening I would kindly suggest reading up on the set up and maintenance of your turntable. Also read up on the care, cleaning and handling of vinyl. A good place to start is the FAQ secti .......
55: I've been down the Sink Wash path and thought of DIY RCMs........ (11.62)
Posted by HamBone77 on 2007-12-14, 08:22:24 (208.252.172.134)
and I ended up buying a used VPI RCM. Best purchase of my vinyl life and most significant improvement to the sound of my "system" hands down. Decent RCM and good cleaning solution such as RRL the gre .......
56: Water's effect on vinyl --- can it clean by itself? (11.61)
Posted by zlapidus on 2004-11-04, 08:25:22 (149.159.106.210)
Hey everyone. I'm far away from any place that sells record cleaning solution, and I'm somewhat short on cash. I do notice that all the recipies for cleaning solutions on the internet have about 4 to .......
57: Re: cleaning records (11.61)
Posted by gales_de on 2002-05-03, 01:31:14 (194.39.131.39)
Hi, DIY is one solution: http://www.enjoythemusic.com/recordcleaner.htm (This is a design I made some years ago.) KAB: http://www.tnt-audio.com/accessories/kabev1_e.html (a stripped down nitty gritty) .......
58: Re: It Isn't... (11.59)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-10-17, 20:05:12 (24.159.231.129)
You may not need a dedicated commercial RCM per se, but if you're not vacuuming after cleaning with the cleanng solution you're just wasting a lot of time and cleaning solution, no matter how many tim .......
59: Re: Photoflow - yes or no in a DIY cleaning solution? (11.59)
Posted by srdavis2000 on 2003-06-12, 05:25:29 (204.149.20.50)
I do not believe Photoflo will in any way damage vinyl. I have a RCM and don't use it, but I have used it for years on negatives. Negatives dipped in a solution of 1 capful of Photoflo per quart of wa .......
60: Re: Easy, Jeff.... (11.57)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-10-14, 15:47:53 (24.159.231.129)
While I find most DIY record cleaning solutions "a Dollar Chasing a Dime" (entirely counter productive) the one DIY that contains Lysol Tub and Tile cleaner is actually quite effective on Mould and Mi .......
61: Re: Record Cleaning Question (11.56)
Posted by Condorsat on 2006-10-18, 14:17:01 (72.69.195.76)
I use a small piece of an old tea shirt (like you would use to clean eyeglass’s) and record cleaning solution. Go over the the problem area with your fingernail covered by tea shirt (wet with record c .......
62: RE: I got mold off with MoFi, but if there's something even better (11.45)
Posted by tomsherrimae@aol.com on 2009-11-24, 20:08:47 (74.236.189.123)
The best solution to getting the mold off is bleach. I have salvaged many using a 10% solution (clorox) in water. Put the bleach on the record similar to the normal cleaning solution, and let sit abou .......
63: Re: Vinyl home-made cleaning solution question (11.44)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-10-17, 01:44:49 (24.159.231.129)
Roger I wasn't aware 99% alcohol was commonly available ? The simple 91% basic Lab grade Isopropyl is fine, and all you'd need, and you can buy that in the Drugstore as well, at least here in the S .......
64: Re: BEST Vinyl cleaning kit or something like that. (11.44)
Posted by Fred J on 2006-03-26, 20:17:46 (24.159.247.11)
I would avoid "Kits" entirely just assemble a cleaning arsenal using the best and most effective tools and solvents. I prefer the DIY RCM approach, the best and least expensive, but highly effective .......
65: cleaning vinyl, but not talking about solution or brushes (11.43)
Posted by nbwicker on 2006-03-22, 06:31:44 (142.176.124.16)
I just have a quick question cause I haven't seen this discussed (or just haven't found it.) I'm not looking for input on what solution to use or what brush or cloth or what not. My question is this, .......
66: RE: New George Merrill record cleaning system (11.43)
Posted by sailobx on 2008-01-29, 15:54:59 (71.87.152.180)
I think the idea is that the waterblast off the cleaning solution off the record. The water doesn't "hurt" the surface or rub with friction like a pad on a vac system might do. I'm not saying it's any .......
67: RE: New George Merrill record cleaning system (11.38)
Posted by Mark W. on 2008-01-29, 14:22:44 (71.111.147.241)
OK how does this magic thingy dry the record? or do you just allow the cleaning solution to dry on the surface of the record? And I like the part about the label protectors repelling the cleaning flui .......
68: Re: Vinyl care (11.37)
Posted by Uncle Bob on 1999-05-20, 09:54:30 (152.163.201.177)
The best way is to analyze it from a physics aspect. You need to remove as much junk from the grooves without destroying the grooves (LP). This will entail a good cleaning solution, a good applicator .......
69: Re: cleaning vinyl, but not talking about solution or brushes (11.32)
Posted by HenryH on 2006-03-22, 07:15:42 (72.9.10.223)
The solution should do most of the work lifting the grunge out of the groove. I usually use very light pressure with an AQ brush during wet cleaning and go 2-3 revolutions, then vac. I sometimes repea .......
70: Re: DIY LP Cleaning Solutions (11.31)
Posted by Coastman on 2002-01-22, 13:52:02 (216.198.62.219)
I have been using DiskDoctor brushes with a homemade batch of the Laura Dearborn cleaning solution. Go to TNT-audio.com for a summary of many different recipes you can try. I have never invested in th .......
71: Are machines really that much better then ... (11.30)
Posted by Taz on 2002-04-04, 19:25:34 (66.44.102.196)
Then manual cleaning. If I get Disc Doctor solution and apply it using the recommended cleaning procedure, will I not get similar results. In fact, I should get better results because I am completely .......
72: Stylist cleaning fluid ingredients? (11.30)
Posted by StylinLP on 2005-08-29, 12:33:29 (206.132.94.6)
Ive searched the archives and don't really see this topic discussed much before. There sure is many articles on DIY vinyl cleaning fluid but none on Stylist cleaning fluids. Could anyone supply this i .......
73: Re: Vinyl care (11.29)
Posted by Rod M on 1999-05-20, 14:17:41 (204.94.81.82)
I have to agree that a cleaning machine and new rice paper sleeves are a must in the long term. I ended up buying a VPI 16.5 machine from Galen Carol (http://www.gcaudio.com/). Sleeves are also availa .......
74: DIY Vinyl cleaning fluid (11.26)
Posted by SFDude on 1999-03-08, 12:53:43 (209.86.153.93)
What are the various recipes for a vinyl cleaning fluid WITHOUT using Lysol Direct in them? This thing is a real *^%&* to find. I've already got Isopropyl Alcohol (91%) and distilled water. Waiting to .......
75: Re: can anybody second this guys post? (11.24)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-11-20, 07:56:33 (68.114.217.61)
Not mean't to be a personal attack, I went to the trouble of indicating to you the various downsides of your DIY solution to hopefully save you and others a lot of time money and frustration based on .......
76: Any cheap replacement for record cleaning machine (11.24)
Posted by Carl B. on 2005-07-02, 04:57:02 (69.159.92.133)
I just put together a system and am back into the vinyl scene. I know that companies like vpi, nitty gritty, clearaudio and sota offer high quality record cleaning machines, but the price also goes wi .......
77: Re: UK cleaning solution/DIY ? (11.19)
Posted by evaia on 2005-02-01, 10:38:11 (81.174.211.7)
The problem here is that much of this stuff is hard to get here. I got a 5l bottle of demineralised water a year or two ago and I think it was only a couple of quid (from a chemist, you will probably .......
78: vinyl cleaning product? (11.19)
Posted by stefo on 2001-03-30, 17:02:39 (208.50.239.188)
I am recently reunited with my vinyl after years abroad, I bought a Thorens table and need to clean my records. Iused to use the Discwasher brush and solution. What is the recommended method of cleani .......
79: Photo-flo (11.18)
Posted by danj on 2002-05-31, 10:39:49 (67.225.125.219)
I used to suggest Photo-Flo as a cleaning ingredient but no longer. One would be much better off following the recipe on your link. Not being able to do that, a bit of Kodak Lens Cleaner or a few drop .......
80: RE: review of Olly's record cleaning solution (11.18)
Posted by krenzler on 2009-05-18, 13:44:05 (87.61.174.52)
Is there a post somewhere here at VA where I can read the recipe for this cleaning solution? .......
81: Re: Cleaning Vinyl (11.15)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-03-19, 11:46:21 (24.241.224.13)
Why don't you just break down and buy a $25.00 32 oz. bottle of RRL Super Vinyl wash, it's dramatically superior to any DIY solution and most commercial ones as well. Disc Doctor and Audio Intelligent .......
82: RE: New DIY cleaning fluid. Is it Ok to bring up the subject again? (11.14)
Posted by cactuscowboy@bresnan.net on 2008-10-19, 08:22:24 (69.144.174.124)
I use a very similar solution for cleaning my LPs, followed by straight distilled water and vacuum on my RCM. I've cleaned about 6,000 LPs by now and the results are great. .......
83: Cleaning Vinyl with 99% Alcohol Solution. Yes, No, Maybe So? (11.12)
Posted by RGA on 2002-05-24, 22:04:13 (66.183.240.130)
Really, is this not a good cheap way to clean vinyl. I went to my used vinyl shop today to ask for cleaning solution and a brush...he looked at me and said forget the brush it's useless...get the 99% .......
84: This works... (11.11)
Posted by tketcham on 2009-06-28, 10:36:42 (64.139.100.28)
Instead of using the applicator brush to apply the solution to the stylus, dab the solution onto a stylus cleaning brush and use it to apply the cleaning solution. I use a LAST stylus brush since it h .......
85: Doing wrong? Possibly nothing. (11.11)
Posted by Opus 104 on 2009-09-27, 09:20:37 (74.214.48.158)
No cleaning regimen, including those using the most expensive vacuum RCMs, will repair damaged LP grooves. You may be hearing this, not contamination. Once you have used a recognized good cleaning sol .......
86: DIY cleaning solution (11.10)
Posted by DB on 2001-11-27, 09:47:08 (12.13.238.141)
I'm going to make my own record cleaning solution, and have found numerous cleaning recipes. Some of these recipes advised not to use Kodak Photoflo because it left a residue, and they recommended Tri .......
87: Re: UK cleaning solution/DIY ? (11.02)
Posted by Obfski on 2005-02-01, 11:36:29 (84.65.219.89)
It is a problem here in the UK. I buy distilled water from the local chemist, £3.38 for 5 ltrs. IPA should be costing you about £12.00 for 2 ltrs. As for the soap stuff, use a few drops od "Rinse aid" .......
88: Re: Photoflow - yes or no in a DIY cleaning solution? (11.01)
Posted by Seb on 2003-06-12, 01:33:26 (193.49.79.227)
photoflow is not a detergent, it's a wetting agent that help the solution to go deeply in the grooves. Yes, one drop of photoflow (or any wetting agent) is usefull. Seb .......
89: This is just a guess so take it for what it's worth. (11.00)
Posted by Mr Vinyl on 2003-04-22, 05:06:05 (67.34.225.187)
It would seem to me that the most important aspect of a RCM would be it's suction (cleaning solution removal) and keeping the cleaning pads from re-contaminating other albums after they get used. The .......
90: Re: Best thing against rebel mildew? (11.00)
Posted by Fred J on 2006-01-28, 20:43:46 (24.159.230.169)
Bugtussel is specifically designed for mould and mildew same with AI Audio inteligent enzyme solution and there is an effective DIY Mould and Mildew solution with Lysol tub and tile cleaner (a very s .......
91: RE: Lots of stuff that vacuum cleaning just isn't good enough for... (10.98)
Posted by cactuscowboy@bresnan.net on 2009-10-25, 08:45:42 (69.146.180.90)
astralnavigator wrote: "Vacuum machines are the CD players of record cleaning - quick, convenient, no mess, and completely ineffective." I must be doing something wrong.... my DIY wet/vac RCM has been .......
92: Re: Save your money! (10.93)
Posted by Blues_man on 2001-03-23, 15:56:41 (63.113.13.210)
Two things. Do not use volatile alcohols to clean records; they only damage the vinyl. Non-volatile high mw alcohols are used in LP cleaners. But they usually range in strength from .5% - 2% for daily .......
93: Re: Re-entering vinyl after many years.. (10.93)
Posted by John Chleapas on 1999-05-23, 08:13:13 (205.188.195.52)
The DIY record cleaner will simply use an old vintage turntable. I got the idea from a commercial record cleaner now sold in England. It is sold with a "re-manufactured" (read as used) turntable. It .......
94: One problem with your method. (10.93)
Posted by jsm on 2006-11-15, 11:48:57 (128.114.22.181)
Your cleaning solution contains isopropanol. That in itself will do no damage and is an excellent solvent and cleaning fluid. However, it is extremely volatile. (They even sell a solution of it to squ .......
95: Re: get out of town... are you kidding? (10.91)
Posted by Lew H on 2005-11-27, 20:59:42 (207.69.139.136)
I place the Lp on the VPI 16, turn it on,cover the surface with a cleaning solution, turn on the Sonic Care toothbrush and work across the surface. The cleaning solution foams and depending on how muc .......
96: Re: What cleaning solution(s) did you use?/nt\ (10.90)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-01-27, 06:22:43 (65.19.26.165)
HI Henry, I mix my own solution. Take my word for it. I know what I am doing having cleaned my entire 4000+ record collection. This has nothing to do with cleaning technique. Sparky .......
97: Help! My Beatles UK Abbey Road vinyl surface has a major problem! (10.90)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2003-12-07, 12:12:08 (207.218.229.149)
A while ago I purchased a still sealed beatles UK blue box set. All the records are great except abbey road. On side 1 the vinyl surface has a cloudy look and has an audible hiss type surface noise. I .......
98: Re: DIY cleaning solution (Why bother?) (10.87)
Posted by John Chleapas on 2001-11-27, 20:27:21 (64.210.241.103)
I would not bother when you only have to pay $12.00 for a small bottle of VPI concentrate. When added to distilled water you have a whole gallon of cleaning fluid. Total cost is around $17.00 for the .......
99: Re: DIY cleaner for NOS records (10.86)
Posted by Muzikmike on 2002-10-18, 06:25:21 (4.23.225.45)
Perhaps the problem is not mold-release compounds??? It could be poor vinyl (what labels are these LP's?), or perhaps it is simply that you didn't clean them well enough (also???). Do you use just the .......
100: Re: cleaning records without a specific machine (10.85)
Posted by MAS on 2006-01-24, 19:46:40 (67.53.89.124)
I own a VPI 16.5. It sure is convenient. It is fast and effective. I don't think it is essential, though, because I believe manual cleaning can get you most of the way there. I think most of the probl .......
101: Re: One specific question on Last Record Preservative (10.82)
Posted by Fred J on 2004-08-06, 11:24:02 (24.158.12.142)
I use 25% 91%Isopropyl and 10% Ethyl(Everclear) enough Photoflow for the solution to defeat the surface tension on a test LP and enough Dawn dishwashing detergent to foam the solution when agitated in .......
102: Re: Best Disc Doctor cleaning techique ever. (10.82)
Posted by wolf_moses@optusnet.com.au on 2004-02-24, 03:36:38 (211.28.7.64)
I have a dim memory of a wet cleaning guru, possibly a retired disc cleaning solution manufacturer, writing leaving alcohol on records damaged them, followed by other posters saying it was OK as long .......
103: Just look through the archives for a good DIY cleaning solution (10.81)
Posted by Olly on 2007-10-15, 22:07:13 (220.157.72.209)
I have tried two "Boutique" cleaners and both would have been a total waste of money if I would have had to have paid for them. A simple two step cleaning regime should be all you need and there are p .......
104: Record Cleaning Solution (10.81)
Posted by Kelly McDonald on 1999-12-12, 16:57:48 (24.65.246.48)
Was wondering what the recipie for record cleaning solution is?? Thanks .......
105: Record Cleaning Solutions (10.80)
Posted by datman on 2006-07-15, 21:15:10 (64.81.80.188)
My new arm/cartridge setup is about to be installed so I am about to start using my Loricraft PRC 3 record cleaning machine and need some suggestions as to what cleaning solution to use. My record col .......
106: RE: Cleaner for Disc Doctor Residue? (10.80)
Posted by nobody on 2008-12-23, 16:37:33 (99.130.154.147)
I agree with the water, two rinses does the job for me. I'd also like to add that you don't want to make a stronger solution than called for. I made the mistake at first of mixing in less water for th .......
107: Search Keyword: Cleaning Vinyl (10.80)
Posted by MannyE on 2002-08-20, 19:32:02 (208.61.124.57)
OK so it's two words. There are literally hours of material to read through on this particular subject. There are also hours of "DIY Cleaning Solutions" (another excellent search to run for this subj .......
108: Re: What is the point of offending people who post here? (10.80)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-10-17, 07:09:49 (24.159.231.129)
Roger I apologize if you were offended or hurt you feelings, I was trying to interject some levity, not insult you. I had absolutely no idea you have Bulgarian sensitivity issues ;-) This subject ha .......
109: Re: LP cleaning solutions (10.74)
Posted by Eli Duttman on 2001-11-17, 11:18:23 (64.12.106.54)
With the used LPs, I use an Orbitrac for preliminary cleaning prior to using the alcoholic solution at the RCM. All too often, what can only be described as mud can be seen on the Orbitrac pad. Better .......
110: DIG Cleaning solution (10.73)
Posted by aud28 on 2003-04-14, 22:02:24 (202.188.72.71)
Hi, Anyone try this cleaning solution "DIG" manufactured by Audio Dynamics, Perth, Australia? Any good? Regards, YT .......
111: You'll wonder how you lived without it. (10.71)
Posted by tspit74 on 2006-01-16, 06:14:19 (69.214.110.26)
Just throw out the brush and replace with Music Direct Brush. And when you run out of VPI fluid, switch to RRL. It's the best. If you use a DIY solution, get 2 brushes. One for DIY and one for RRL. Us .......
112: I'd look at other (better) options... (10.69)
Posted by tketcham on 2005-12-18, 21:43:29 (64.139.100.28)
The Orbitrac does work. It's convenient, does the job much better than a Discwasher, and the alcohol solution evaporates quickly so you can play the lp right away. But, the solution is expensive and t .......
113: Re: what are you guys using for "pre-cleaning" prior to your record-cleaning machine? (10.69)
Posted by toons on 2003-04-30, 10:31:32 (198.103.162.158)
I use an old discwasher brush, wetted down with a home brew solution for the initial cleaning. Seem to work well enough for the used vinyl i get. .......
114: Recipes for record cleaning solutions. (10.68)
Posted by JCarney on 2003-04-13, 13:36:13 (67.4.83.223)
I have a Nitty Gritty cleaner, and it came with a 4 or 5 oz. bottle of cleaning solution. I think to buy a gallon of their solution is like $60. I have heard mention of people making their own solutio .......
115: Hey Bob... (10.67)
Posted by StereoMole on 2001-04-08, 22:01:10 (134.134.248.26)
...check out my earlier post on my "cheap record cleaning solution" that I linked to below; I've used the 3M wipes instead of kitchen towels with EXCELLENT results...even on my expensive records. I'm .......
116: DIY record cleaning method.... (10.60)
Posted by AnalogFan on 2002-02-24, 07:45:14 (208.188.20.70)
I use the following DIY cleaning method. It doesn't cause you a fortune. It works great for me. I am satisfy with the result and will continue to use it until I get a record cleaning machine someday. .......
117: It depends how liberal you are with the solution (10.59)
Posted by Top Cat on 2001-08-15, 01:17:11 (155.136.219.101)
Hi folks. I have found that it depends entirely how liberal you are with the cleaning solution - if you use a little, it tends to have evapourated before emptying; however, as the brushes start to be .......
118: Pressure relief (10.57)
Posted by Tightwad on 2004-03-30, 15:53:33 (128.97.86.79)
There needs to be at least a little opening that isn't blocked by the record. I hope you aren't simply doing it dry? You need to soak and/or scrub the grooves with a record cleaning solution. The link .......
119: Re: LP12 static electricity (10.56)
Posted by Cougar on 2001-09-17, 07:00:14 (63.99.29.55)
First, How do you clean your records? if you are using a carbon fiber brush this will build up static. Second, if you don't have a record clening machine my advice to you is to get one quick. I have a .......
120: Question about record cleaning... (10.52)
Posted by dsuarez on 2004-02-03, 11:53:52 (168.122.211.198)
I am new to vinyl and am a 20 year-old student, so I have NO $ for a cleaning machine or even disc doctor brushes. After checking out the archive material here, I went out and bought a lint brush, an .......
121: Don't use dawn, please think this through..... (10.50)
Posted by tubesforever on 2005-10-16, 23:22:53 (24.180.39.103)
Detergents are sufactants. But not all sufactants are created equally. Some will coat a substance and take unbelievable amounts of rinsing to completely release from the surface. Dawn and other dishwa .......
122: DIY record cleaning VS VPI, DD & others (10.49)
Posted by StylinLP on 2002-03-18, 09:10:50 (130.13.124.75)
My current DIY salution is % Iso “ Alchohol and u distilled sodium free water. I just recieved my Disk Doctor brushs in the mail and have cleaned 10 of my albums so far. HUGE differance from cleaning .......
123: Re: Record Cleaning issue (10.49)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-10-01, 20:19:55 (66.188.82.113)
Not to be contentious, but I'd be very interested in knowing the formula of a "good" DIY record cleaning formula the only formula that I would characterize as good is the witches brew containing kitch .......
124: Yeah, what they said below, and (10.48)
Posted by Doug Deacon on 2004-10-15, 11:47:56 (207.16.60.11)
Regardless of what cleaning solution you use, vacuuming the solution with all that suspended and dissolved grunge before it can evaporate is indispensable. There is no way around this. Even if you fou .......
125: RE: LP Cleaner (10.48)
Posted by cactuscowboy@bresnan.net on 2008-04-03, 08:59:41 (69.144.174.124)
DIY formula: 1 part 91% isopropyl alcohol 2 parts distilled water a few drops Kodak Photo-Flo Followed by straight distilled water. The Photo-Flo is a surfactant, making the solution 'wetter', so that .......
126: For those who use a RCM . . . (10.48)
Posted by M3 lover on 2007-11-14, 11:29:58 (76.199.84.24)
if you use a two-step cleaning solution (cleaner/rinse), or if you use different solutions for different cleaning jobs, do you use separate brushes/suction tubes for each application? To date I've mai .......
127: Re: RCM Distilled water (10.46)
Posted by OLLY on 2006-01-24, 17:22:14 (202.182.102.90)
Yes but I do as I use my own DIY cleaning solution Henry. OLLY .......
128: DIY answer (10.46)
Posted by cyclonic on 2008-07-03, 20:24:54 (202.47.116.23)
I have been cleaning vinyl for many years. This is my best solution so far. I use photo developing trays big enough for LP's. A short soak is needed. I use filtered water and 10 ml to the litre of a n .......
129: Re: Best way to make my own record cleaning solution? (10.45)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-01-26, 06:15:34 (24.241.224.13)
Also adding enough drops of Dawn detyergent to show some foam when the solution is agitated will add some marginally adequate quality surfactant and improve the solution a great deal(it'll still be la .......
130: Lint Brush (10.44)
Posted by mishmashmusic on 2003-04-23, 11:42:59 (68.47.43.34)
You can use a regular lint brush (with bristles, not the sticky tape kind) that you use on your clothes. Should be in the closet organizing section of any department store like Target or KMart. I use .......
131: Mate, if your logic is: vinegar is acidic so it will dissolve the grunge but not the vinyl ... (10.40)
Posted by andyr on 2004-08-29, 04:08:59 (139.168.43.250)
why don't you simply piss on your LPs and wipe it around? Piss is acidic! The whole point of a *cleaning* solution is that it: a) doesn't harm the vinyl surface b) cleans the grunge out of the grooves .......
132: Quick question about Nitty Gritty Pure2 Cleaning solution (10.38)
Posted by Docrock on 2002-11-28, 12:37:31 (66.58.205.137)
Happy Thanksgiving...hope everyone is getting even MORE of an opportunity to Spin the black circle on the holiday... I bought a Nitty Gritty 1.5FI this summer from needledoctor. It came with a quart o .......
133: Re: Help Damian ! (10.38)
Posted by Damián on 2003-02-25, 12:02:47 (200.42.65.69)
[I'm trying to make my first DIY record cleaning solution, but it's getting hard for me to find isopropylic alcohol.] Claudio, I don't know if you should use alcohol on your records (and anyway I don' .......
134: Just have to add... (10.38)
Posted by randallvw on 2003-08-11, 07:39:58 (67.97.130.2)
First off, it sounds like some of those records are damaged. No ammount of cleaning will save them. Sorry. For the undamaged ones, you owe it to yourself (and your records) to try the Disc Doctor solu .......
135: Re: LP cleaning (10.37)
Posted by user510 on 2002-03-13, 11:44:17 (67.226.47.103)
Discwasher...? If you are using the D4 cleaning solution there should be no harm in using it. There was a problem with D3 solution and if you have this, it's best not to use the stuff. Don't know the .......
136: RE: Low cost & Expensive methods (10.37)
Posted by Condorsat on 2008-04-20, 06:10:35 (72.69.219.186)
Low Cost... (1) Use microfiber cloth or 3M auto detail cloth (highly recommended)sprayed with light mist of your favorite DIY solution. Wipe in circular motion following the record grooves. Perform a .......
137: RE: pushing grime around is fine (10.37)
Posted by LousyTourist on 2009-12-10, 05:30:44 (216.17.47.208)
the object of cleaning solution and scrubbing is to break the bond between the dirt and the vinyl. But then you need an effective second step, removing the cleaning solution with the dirt in suspensio .......
138: Re: Photoflow - yes or no in a DIY cleaning solution? (10.36)
Posted by ffrr on 2003-06-12, 01:45:29 (203.217.80.94)
I thought that wetting agents were surfactants, also known as detergents. I am not saying it is used as detergent, just that chemically, it's pretty much the same thing. .......
139: Re: Can I clean vinyl with a toothbrush? (10.34)
Posted by Mister Pig on 2000-10-10, 07:25:21 (63.22.7.159)
Seems like it would take forever to do a record with a toothbrush. On the other hand I was at the drug store, and I noticed something that would make a good record cleaning brush. It was a brush that .......
140: Re: Will my homemade cleaning fluid damage my records? (10.34)
Posted by AudioVibe on 2002-11-25, 15:24:36 (12.81.196.253)
Dogrange, Good question. I have pondered this myself. I have opted to always use a rinse mixture to follow the Homemade Cleaning Solution phase. I have found just using the Cleaning Solution will leav .......
141: cleaning solution (10.33)
Posted by NuTube on 2009-02-11, 11:18:16 (76.232.148.5)
Anyone know of a anti-static liquid chemical to reduce static in my homebrew solution?. I know of the zero stat but want to deal with it at the liquid cleaning level. Thanks .......
142: picture of my DIY vinyl cleaner (10.33)
Posted by StylinLP on 2002-03-26, 15:41:15 (130.13.124.75)
Here is the Disk Doctor pads with DIY vacuum cleaning. Vacuum cleaner is just an attachment with a antistatic cloth wrapped around the end. A slit cut in the tip. DIY cleaning fluid. 20% isopropol 91 .......
143: One way or another, vacuum is essential (10.32)
Posted by Doug Deacon on 2005-09-09, 09:53:02 (64.12.116.7)
"Cleaning" records without vacuuming is an oxymoron. Practically speaking, it can't be done. 1) If you don't dissolve or suspend contaminants using some kind of liquid cleaning solution you won't get .......
144: Re: The better my system becomes, less is the need to use magic record cleaning formulas... (10.32)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-08-12, 09:30:18 (66.188.82.113)
Despite my initial cynical outlook on expensive Phono Stages I have found them to be far and away the most important part of the analog chain. I hope your Woolite thing ends up working out, at the ve .......
145: DIY Record Cleaning Machine (10.31)
Posted by alfredo on 2002-06-29, 16:48:05 (12.250.40.95)
Hello, I have read the present and past posts on DIY record cleaning machines here in the vinyl forum. I have visited a few sites that have instructions on how to build them as well. What I'm looking .......
146: Non-RCM users - What do you use as a cleaning surface? (10.31)
Posted by Fretless on 2004-04-08, 16:44:14 (209.179.140.240)
I use Disk Doctor brushes and cleaning solution with a strong R.O. water rinse and I'm getting excellent results, but I could use some suggestions on what you folks are using as a cleaning surface. I' .......
147: Pretty much what I use... (10.28)
Posted by DeKay on 2005-03-06, 10:59:36 (198.81.26.7)
Cybersonic ultrasonic toothbrush (1 second zap) followed with a dry stylus brush, followed with a damp alcohol/water (DIY LP cleaning solution) stylus brush. The whole routine takes The toothbrush has .......
148: Denon DIY RCM picture (10.26)
Posted by Olly on 2006-09-20, 03:47:44 (202.182.102.90)
How simple was this to do, very,so all you people who are thinking of building your own RCM get to it. I use a hand held vacuum hose to suck up the cleaning solution but I am trying to work out a way .......
149: Difficult Record Cleaning Problem (10.24)
Posted by SRMcGee on 2003-03-13, 12:15:27 (167.25.108.29)
Folks: I have a couple of records that seem to defy my best efforts at cleaning them. I own a VPA HW-17 record cleaning machine, and typically use the Torumat cleaning solution. The records in questio .......
150: Supersuede and other ideas... (10.24)
Posted by jazztrumpet on 2002-04-03, 22:08:17 (66.44.42.121)
There is a material you can get at any fabric store that will really improve the drying process. It's called supersuede - it's totally synthetic, doesn't form/leave lint, is highly absorbent, and work .......
151: RE: What is your home made cleaning solution? (10.24)
Posted by tomsherrimae@aol.com on 2007-11-18, 21:08:14 (205.188.116.141)
my home brew is pretty simple, 10 parts of distilled water (the highest purity you can get), 1 part isopropyl alcohol, about 10 cc mild dishwashing detergent per liter of cleaning fluid (I use dawn bu .......
152: Re: Vinyl is the first link in the chain so you must get that part as perfect as you can. (10.22)
Posted by Jazz-Vinyl on 2007-03-29, 20:26:38 (75.70.6.187)
Hello Olly... I understand you have formulated _the_ DIY cleaning solution. Would you mind specifying it here again, please? DIY Speakers' - Crossover frequencies are 750hz and 4500hz They have a flat .......
153: Re: 5000 LP =$$$..... (10.22)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-03-31, 23:19:42 (24.241.224.13)
Mark _ If you are determined to use a DIY solution I'd think you'd be far better off working up your own solution based on Tergitol or some other high quality industrial surfactant and relegate the th .......
154: Re: Anyone know any good LP cleaning brushes? (10.19)
Posted by Doug Deacon on 2004-04-02, 06:46:50 (207.16.60.11)
Oh boy, here we go again (sorry, this has been discussed a billion times). The Last and Disc Doctor brushes both have a wide following. The cleaning fluids from Record Research Labs are often recommen .......
155: Best of Fred J Vol I (10.18)
Posted by HenryH on 2005-10-26, 17:25:51 (72.9.10.223)
For those who have inquired, here's our very own Fred J: To determine the exact amount of Dawn you need to determine the square root of your EXACT latitude divided by the GNP of Bulgaria multiplied by .......
156: Moth cleaning solution from Hi Fi News Accessories Club (10.16)
Posted by dirtyblues on 2005-02-01, 14:01:30 (82.35.65.108)
I reuse the cleaning solution, just filter it with Melita coffee filter before putting it back into its bottle. Deionised water from Texaco petrol station for rinsing. .......
157: Re: What could they have possibly "cleaned" this LP with ??? (10.16)
Posted by Laudanum on 2004-02-09, 11:45:43 (4.4.141.79)
I'm alot older than Abraxas :-) I don't remember those cloths but then again, I dodn't remember ever hearing of a vacuum record cleaning machine until 3 years ago. I grew up on vinyl through the 70's .......
158: No enzymatic cleaners will not touch vinyl oxidation.... (10.15)
Posted by tubesforever on 2007-04-04, 23:14:37 (71.94.31.167)
I use Olly's cleaning solution and the results are nothing short of amazing. I have tried RRL and other so called vinyl cleaners and they do not clean the vinyl. Olly's cleaner actually works as he cl .......
159: Re: Removing Extreme None Felt Mat goo (10.14)
Posted by user510 on 2004-01-21, 12:15:29 (4.41.171.96)
If I remember correctly, Disc Doctor record cleaning solution did remove that web imprint from one record that I had exposed to a "diy nonefelt" mat. In stubborn cases, adhesive residue can be remove .......
160: Re: Removing Extreme None Felt Mat goo (10.09)
Posted by user510 on 2004-01-21, 12:15:29 (4.41.171.96)
If I remember correctly, Disc Doctor record cleaning solution did remove that web imprint from one record that I had exposed to a "diy nonefelt" mat. In stubborn cases, adhesive residue can be removed .......
161: Canadian Cleaning Solution (10.09)
Posted by MTZ on 2004-10-20, 18:15:13 (142.161.184.114)
Has anyone tried the solution recommended in the link? It says to use 0.25 parts Tergitol 15-S-3 and 0.25 parts Tergitol 15-S-9 per 100 parts distilled water. The same solution is recommended for clea .......
162: Re: how to clean vinyl? (10.09)
Posted by RalphH on 2000-04-27, 14:22:11 (207.194.253.193)
Two Options 1) Use distilled water and the most natural soap you can find - avoid soaps with any perfumes,oils or other additives. Make a weak solution. Wash the record. Rinse with distilled water. 2) .......
163: While we're on DIY record cleaning recipes (10.08)
Posted by jlep on 2005-01-26, 16:30:14 (68.190.115.216)
A couple of questions came up last week in the DVD-A forum, regarding (of all things) DIY RCM cleaning fluids: 1. What is the nature of the mold release compound, including chemical make up and physic .......
164: Re: How about a dilute solution of Simple Green for record cleaning? (10.06)
Posted by SETdude on 2003-03-16, 09:03:04 (63.184.233.178)
Do a web search. There are several DIY formulas. There is no reason to use household cleaners on LP's. Would you use it on a camera lens? .......
165: Re: DIY cleaning solution - for Australians (10.06)
Posted by Apokalypse on 2005-05-06, 06:56:18 (202.164.197.112)
I've read all the threads. I have a clear idea in my mind what I want to make, it's just sourcing the ingredients which is proving to be the real fun. .......
166: Re: DIY cleaning solution - for Australians (10.06)
Posted by Apokalypse on 2005-05-06, 10:21:07 (202.164.197.112)
Do you have any urls where I could have a look at some formulas? I had a look through the archives and saw you said that you've tried them all. I'm not interested in reinventing the wheel so I'm happy .......
167: Re: record cleaning (10.06)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-08-08, 23:02:35 (66.188.82.113)
Vinyl does apparently have some constituent(s) that acts as a lubricant to one degree or another, but like most everything Vinyl or even Audiophile related is subject to conjecture. Whatever damage .......
168: Re: I am saving up my nickles and dimes for an AT OC9! (10.04)
Posted by Fred J on 2005-09-27, 17:44:03 (66.188.82.113)
The solution does the cleaning, the brush merely gets the fluid down there. You should be able to dislodge the particles just by either vacuuming the record after using a Hunt brush, the solution is .......
169: Cleaning 78 RPM Records (10.04)
Posted by jarmideo on 2009-05-29, 15:54:37 (76.111.171.97)
Hi all, I'm new here. My cousin has an incredible collection of 78's which include unamplified recordings of the Great Caruso. Unfortunately three crates of his 78's had become moldy. I have voluntere .......
170: Re: Record Cleaning Madness (10.02)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2002-09-06, 09:09:06 (216.7.226.68)
I agree that there is no reason to pay exotic prices for record cleaning solution. Over the counter products combined in the right proportions is all you need, mainly water (distilled!!) and alcohol ( .......
171: Isopropyl Alcohol - Safe for Vinyl or not? (10.01)
Posted by Mr Vinyl on 2003-04-11, 07:14:53 (68.155.83.158)
Hi, Is using isopropyl alcohol (99% pure) safe in a record cleaning machine solution or not? I have heard varying opinions. Anyone been using isopropyl alcohol in their solution for long periods of ti .......
172: RE: The drudgery of cleaning vinyl (9.99)
Posted by cactuscowboy@bresnan.net on 2008-01-22, 21:11:16 (69.144.174.124)
You need to speed it up! I can average about 12-15 LPs/hour with my DIY wet/vac RCM. That includes thoroughly cleaning the covers, printed innersleeves, removing the occasional sticker, putting on fre .......
173: Love your posts, but am J-E-A-L-O-U-S-E of your... (9.99)
Posted by DeKay on 2004-02-19, 23:47:10 (64.12.96.9)
moniker, which intimidates me to no end. Actually, I've not an answer to your previous query as I go through more DIY cleaning solution than beer/whiskey/medication on weekly basis. .......
174: Re: DIY cleaning solution - for Australians (9.97)
Posted by andyr on 2005-05-06, 16:11:58 (203.51.164.43)
Hi, Apokalypse, It's been a while since I bought some but, from memory, it was $20? for a 500ml glass bottle. "David Craig" was the brand. Good luck, Andy .......
175: Re: How much more trouble? (9.97)
Posted by bangsezmax on 2003-05-23, 07:35:23 (4.64.249.42)
The main thing is learning how to clean them. Like everything in vinyl, the price of a cleaning system starts at just about zero (a soft brush and a homebrew cleaning solution -- search the archives a .......
176: Re: DIY recipes for ALCOHOL-FREE record cleaning fluids? (9.93)
Posted by Adrian on 2001-05-28, 11:10:44 (203.198.243.217)
The best solution is the Disc Doctor concentrate. Just add distilled (or pure) water. No alcohol, and cleans very well. .......
177: antistatic additive for DYI cleaning solution (9.93)
Posted by JJ Analog on 2002-12-26, 12:41:21 (130.20.128.81)
I've been using a DIY mixture (distilled water, about 10% isopropanol and a little Windex plus a trace of dishwashing detergent) in my Nitty Gritty machine since running out of Nitty Gritty fluid. The .......
178: Re: Monks record machine (9.93)
Posted by Mr Vinyl on 2003-08-27, 11:56:43 (68.155.81.34)
Hi JWM, If I might ask, which record cleaning solution are you using with your matrix? I have a matrix as well. Personally I really liked the sample of solution that came with the machine. Unfortunate .......
179: RE: Stubborn fingerprints on LPs (9.92)
Posted by jazzthusiast on 2009-10-19, 14:44:59 (216.7.231.252)
I've used extra strength version of my diy cleaning fluid on fingerprints with excellent results but only recommend if one has an RCM. 50% distilled water 50% >90% pure isopro alc 4-5 drops kodak phot .......
180: My El-Cheapo Solution... (9.92)
Posted by StereoMole on 2000-05-31, 04:08:22 (134.134.248.21)
Is to mix my own cleaning solution using one of the DIY recipies from the TNT-audio.com site ( basically some isopropyl alchohol and distilled water ) and use the "3M scotchbrite high performance clot .......
181: Re: Record Cleaning Solution... (9.91)
Posted by John Elison on 2002-04-05, 10:54:31 (67.211.79.87)
>> [Photo-flo] It is meant to be used in a 600:1 or weaker solution. Actually, the stuff I bought is designed for 200:1 solution so maybe that’s why I need three times as much to do the job. Best rega .......
182: Record cleaning (machine) (9.91)
Posted by tewe on 2000-11-27, 05:40:56 (217.5.141.103)
Hi all, I want t build a record cleaning machine at my own since I've been lucky and got a vacuum pump. As I want to build something similar to nittygritty stuff I would need a closer look to the clea .......
183: Re: It puzzles me..... (9.91)
Posted by rgordonpf on 2007-02-05, 11:59:18 (71.136.90.45)
I probably go through 10 gallons of record cleaning fluid per year. More than half of the records I clean I do not keep. Using a DIY fluid saves lots of money. For the LPs that I do keep, if they are .......
184: DIY mildew cleaner (9.90)
Posted by beto on 2006-07-09, 22:44:12 (201.205.192.166)
So I have been trying to find DIY alternatives to clean mildew on an LP and have found nothing worth mentioning so far. Closest I've hit has been some vague references to a solution using Lysol tile c .......
185: Pops and Clicks - So what does it take (9.90)
Posted by about2 on 2006-12-03, 13:45:33 (24.4.106.30)
to get rid of them entirely. Or is that expecting too much from USED LP's? I have a three solution cleaning regimen including Vinyl Zyme and use three cleaning wands on my VPI 16.5, brushing each one .......
186: Re: Best way to clean records for cheap? (9.89)
Posted by taco on 2000-02-11, 05:09:24 (209.144.2.79)
There have been previous discussioin on this topic. Try the archives. The moderators have been archiving very frequently so, discussion may have been deleted. I can tell you that it isn't a vacuum. My .......
187: Re: Photoflow - yes or no in a DIY cleaning solution? (9.89)
Posted by ffrr on 2003-06-12, 01:19:23 (203.217.80.94)
Well, isn't photoflow really just a detergent? Some don't recommend detergent, but I use dishwashing liquid :-) .......
188: Re: If you are DIY handy, the cheapest solution is the best ... (9.87)
Posted by PM on 2006-07-25, 20:06:20 (69.81.35.21)
Yes I can say I am very diy handy and have some experience recabling headphones. I will check out the 33g and how feasible it is to rewire the tonearm. After I posted I kept searching (didn't realize .......
189: RE: DIY RCM arm wand options...which one will win PICS (9.86)
Posted by Dan_ed on 2008-09-15, 06:48:58 (129.188.69.145)
with my DIY RCM I have found that keeping two different suction attachments works best. I use the first one for the heavier dose of cleaning solution and use the second for the rinse. Also, I spin min .......
190: Re: Looks Okay to me except.... (9.86)
Posted by giacomino on 2001-07-09, 17:09:48 (205.162.108.142)
>Question, why use distilled water if you rinse it with running water? >Whch I don't understand. Thanks for sharing you thought with us. Basically, the whole thing was an evolving work in progress. Bu .......
191: Help Damian ! (9.86)
Posted by sansuia40 on 2003-02-25, 10:41:33 (200.3.94.200)
Hola Damian ! I'm trying to make my first DIY record cleaning solution, but it's getting hard for me to find isopropylic alcohol. Do you know any place in BS AS where I can get it? Saludos, Claudio :: .......
192: It's about time you came up with a DIY cleaning solution with a beer base. (9.85)
Posted by Olly on 2007-08-15, 22:35:12 (220.157.72.209)
Now i'll drink to that. After a few drinks I wouldn't give a S**T as to how the record sounded and maybe that would be a good thing. OLLY .......
193: Re: anyone use a carbon fibre brush for wet scrubbing? (9.85)
Posted by disc d. on 2001-02-07, 22:41:29 (216.87.44.124)
No carbon fiber brush currently available is an adequate applicator for record cleaning applications. They were never configured for this purpose & are incapable of efficient agitation in the groove t .......
194: Three basic considerations... (9.84)
Posted by tketcham on 2008-10-01, 12:32:24 (166.6.97.72)
1) Record cleaning (vacuuming) machine or not. I say get one. They work great for pulling the suspended crap out of the record groove. If you look at what they cost per LP over the course of years of .......
195: cleaning (9.84)
Posted by olddoc on 2004-01-09, 14:01:05 (64.241.67.66)
I've got an old, huge ultrasonic cleaning bath from a dental office (mine). Would rotating the grooved surface of vinyl in a mild detergent solution with the ultrasonic on cause any problems. It shoul .......
196: Dito here on the DIY cleaning solution (9.83)
Posted by Robert S. on 2005-02-17, 07:25:41 (128.110.148.234)
The standard DIY formula you use works very well for me as well. I have experimented with my formula and found that the water makes the most difference. There is a shop in town that produces good stea .......
197: Re: Record Cleaning: Disc Doctor does it...! (9.82)
Posted by user510 on 2002-12-08, 15:22:28 (209.244.108.36)
I've seen some foreign substances that Disc Doctor could not remove. It doesn't seem to remove adhesive residues. In those cases I've had some success with using lighter fluid as a spot cleaner in mod .......
198: (yet another) question on stylus cleaning -- no DIY stuff this time! (9.82)
Posted by Damián on 2003-03-22, 12:02:37 (200.55.75.93)
Finally I happened upon a hifi shop that still had some leftover stock from their vinyl days, and bought a Nagaoka stylus cleaning solution, a little nail-polish-like bottle with a foul-smelling bluis .......
199: Someone had a brilliant idea the other day I have to check out! (9.82)
Posted by Muzikmike on 2004-05-14, 08:46:02 (4.23.226.77)
You can do a search here at vinyl and find a bazillion different ideas and hints for cleaning LPs, but the other day, someone wrote that diaper services sell their used diapers for about 5 bucks a lb. .......
200: RE: Fantastic information and a few questions for you.... (9.82)
Posted by Ogsarg on 2009-06-07, 18:17:16 (70.134.108.129)
I don't have near the experience cleaning vinyl as many others have. What information I can offer is based on cleaning much smaller particles on a different material. I do understand sonic cleaning fu .......
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