Reading the comments I see there is concern about the 90% alcohol damaging the vinyl. I buy collections that are often stored in basements and garages, these collections need a deep clean. For you purposes you may want to change up the formula a bit - Try using 70% Alcohol and/or use less alcohol. Enjoy those records!
Isn’t the strength of the alcohol dependent on how diluted it is with water? What’s the difference between using 70% and 91% if you’re going to be diluting it in all that water anyway? If you’re worried about the ratios he used, why not just use a little less of the 91%?
Hi Dean! Recently I got a used record online that was so dirty just a single revolution made my needle covered in god knows what gunk (thanks Japanese gentleman on eBay). So many videos online about how cleaning solutions online don't list their ingredients and probably aren't even using distilled water. Out of all the tons of research I did, you were the only one with a quick, clear, cost-efficient, and logically sound way to deep clean a record. While also protecting the inner label. So I went out to my local hardware store and got everything you listed. I used 91% iso, with a 1 to 5 part mix with distilled water. I bought two bottles with one being higher pressure to spray out the gunk, also the stain pad and OF COURSE your quite genius idea to use the glass suctions. They are perfectly sized for 12inch records 4 inch inner labels and keep them totally dry. Just finished my first cleaning on 4 records, and oh boy did it work. Literally fixed the problem album I mentioned, and my needle is happy and clean. Removed tons of nasty sounds and skips. Best method. I'm crowning it. It's videos like these that make youtube worth all the other garbage. Thank you!
Tried this method today and I’m really impressed! This breathed new life into my used records…so much of the surface noise and crackling are gone!! Thanks for showing how practical this is to do!
I have been washing LPs under running water with soap for 40 years. Best & simplest way to clean. I was skeptical if the tile clamps at first, but now I LOVE them. Thanks for that tip!
Tried this method out tonight after going to the hardware store to get some of the items suggested, very inexpensive . Excellent results, I watched tons of videos on cleaning, devices, etc. this particular one really resonated with me. Thank you.
Straight and to the point, way to do it! For extremely dirty albums I would use Dawn dish detergent, rinse and then finish off with do it yourself vinyl cleaner. Dawn dish detergent removes what Gojo hand cleaner cannot after I get through turning wrenches. I think Dawn dish detergent might be able to remove contamination that alcohol is not able to remove.
Suction cups worked great! Thank you Dean. Here's what I used: 91% Iso Alcohol, generic Kroger brand rinse aid and filter water from our R/O system. Mainly cleaning off new records, so I went pretty light on the alcohol, like 10/1 water/alcohol ratio, and just drop of rinse aid. And a couple new microfibre cloths for washing and drying. I didn't have a drying rack like in your video, so I just used our bottom dishwasher rack for drying (left door open with rack pulled out) Worked perfectly. Clean records, sound great and no blood lost.
Saw one person demonstrate cleaning records with a vacuum and I did not want to go that far. This is perfect, will definitely be replicating this set up for my records.
I do the same method, little less alcohol. The paint pad follows the grooves perfectly. The suction cup idea is genius, gives a great way to hold. I finish the rinse cycle with a home made vacuum attachment.
@@markstropes1413 it shouldn't, the bristle are so gentle and follow the grooves perfectly. I use them on every record even brand new expensive ones and have not been dissapointed.
I've cleaned about 13 records as of now using this method, works like a champ. I omitted the drying rack, as I hit both sides of the record while still clamped with my garage air compressor which has two inline filters for moisture/oil first (this gets a lot of the remaining demin water off. Then I just use a microfiber towel, unclamp, try again around the label and the record is ready for an anti-static sleeve. Thank you.
Bro you are a genius. Best video yet. 👍! Going to try all this nxt wkend. Got hundreds of dj records needing good clning. Great video, 👌! Thank you so much. 👍👍👍!
just a little creativity can get you good results. ive seen peoples videos buy these huge expensive automatic machines for cleaning records but your here just using everyday items to clean records. thanks for the video man👍
I watched your video today, and with two recently purchased LP's in need of cleaning, I gave it a try. With a rock, or country LP it is easier to hide the snap, crackles, and pops, but on a classical LP you really can't. One LP was from 1961, and the other from 1962. Two basically 60 year old LP's. I followed your procedure, mixed the ingredients, and then did the washing. I let them dry as you did, took them to the turntable, mounted the LP on the platter, and when the stylus hit the LP probably 98% of the snaps, crackles, and pops are gone, and only heard between songs. Bravo on the video. It works. Thanks. Shalom.
Murphey's oil soap works great and then if your record is really bad dry and follow with woodglue (only on the vinyl). It will pull all the dust out of the grooves when it drys and you pull it off. Plus, you get a woodglue version on your record.
Thanks for the 411! I did 20 of my vinyls tonight. Didn’t use the alcohol tho, I just use the cleaning solution that came with my brush kit and the records look very nice and clean…. Now for the 100 and something to go haha
The best way I found to keep records clean after cleaning them is to use a swiffer duster on my turntable mat prior to putting the first listen of every session. Cover or no, the platter will get dusty. Cleaning the platter first will keep the dust of the platter from getting on the back side of the record. Not sure about the alcohol, that could actually react with the vinyl.
Been using this method with great results. I just use a cleaner that I bought from my record store (it does contain alcohol) but everything else is straight from Deans recommendation.
One big concern among people that care, is to avoid any chemical that will remove the plasticizers from the vinyl, even in small ways. I have even heard of people using lighter fluid because it cleans well and leaves a shine , but an audiophile or collector sticks to proven record safe chemistry, avoiding shade tree stuff made from opinions.
well dean cook excellent where can you buy those centre holes suction holes where put on the label of the record where the label where wont get damaged.
Just inherited over 200+ records and they are all filthy so I am super happy to try out this cleaning method. I was wondering if you could tell me the stain pads (brand or anything) you used so I can grab some. All I am seeing online are the super padded microfiber ones. You're looks thin but can't seem to make it out from the video. Thanks!
I've cleaned thousands of vinyl records ....I put the grooves under a hot water faucet first ,then use the isopropyl ......great results !....angle the disc to avoid label wetness
Your method is actually a very common method and everyone who does this method is satisfied. One very important and puzzling question that I even ask the pros who use expensive machines. This is for people who have been cleaning their records for at least 15 - 20 yrs. using Isopropyl Alcohol. What is the sound quality of your records? Have the grooves dissolved by using Isopropyl??? Far too many times it has been said to stop using Isopropyl as this eats away at the plastersizers in the vinyl. I would love to see a poll on this one. Peace.
It is a common method; I simply gave a concise presentation. I use no more than 10% Alcohol and rinse quickly and thoroughly. I haven't had any sound quality issues. Thanks for commenting!
I have heard ultrasonic cleaners can put holes through tin foil. I purchased a great sounding Jazz album from discogs and ask the owner what they did to keep the record in such good condition. They said they did nothing. No washing or cleaning of any type and it was an old record. About a year ago I scrubbed one old record with 190 golden grain alcohol. Does not seem to be damaged. I use Dawn dish detergent and a paintbrush on extremely dirty albums and follow it up with tergitol vacuum clean. I hate cleaning new albums but when I do it is usually with tergitol and record vacuum but some are so dirty I have to rinse them off under the sink first.
I like the vintage stuff too! My receiver is a 85 Akai aa-v105 and my friends old audio technical a turn table I don’t know the model and I don’t feel like picking it up and looking at the bottom of it if you know what I mean.
Awesome. I like your style man. I literally Don't watch diy/audiophile videos if they're more than a certain time . CAN YOU TELL ME WHERE TO GET THOSE RECORD DRYING STANDS ???
They are made for file folders (Step holders). They come in plastic and metal...Make sure they are vinyl coated. You can find them at office supply stores, but I've found them at thrift stores for a buck apiece.
Plus I use a electric drill to dry them has to be a corded drill double nut 2 nuts on bottom place on lp nut an tighten nut. Just cut the head off a 1/4 inch bolt stick it in the shower spin for 1 minute. This will keep the grooves the right size make lps last longer!
0:58 is the stain pad that you use to scrub the record delicate enough to not make any kind of marks on the vinyl? With the pressure you're using when scrubbing by hand, I cringed thinking there's no way that that stain pad could be soft enough to make no marks at all.
The stain pad will not scratch the vinyl? I noticed that carbon fiber brushes can scratch a vinyl so is the pads 100% safe? Great video though my friend
I've been using the same paint edgers for 4 years. I keep them clean and wash them off. The fibers of the paint edgers are actually very soft and will not scratch the record.
The suction cups used in this video can also be had for around $20 on amazon, and I think it's quite ingenious because it offers a good grip to handle the record while cleaning. The acrylic label protectors are probably for less... aggressive scrubbing techniques, I'll say that, haha. But still, very useful information from both of you chaps. Many thanks!
Unfortunately, my LP collection was stored in boxes vertically for years. Naturally the end result is that they are warped, playable (the majority), but warped. Is there a way to straighten them out? Serious answers only please, I thoroughly understand that having them stored in that fashion wasn’t correct.
Good question! There's probably some good vids on how to do that. I've never tried. I may need to figure it out and do a vid on that as well. Please let me know if you find a good way to flatten warped records.
If you have a glass top table, ( one large enough in circumference to overlap the LP, & a separate sheet of glass,( ie. Perhaps from a 2nd table removed) upon a very clean surface of both sheets of glass, an equally clean {rediculously clean} record disc can be placed sandwiched between the two sheets. Secured w/some duct /high friction tape, & using a heat gun, hair dryer, or even a space heater gently, ever carefully, & in slow parts heat the vinyl to where it becomes pliable. I suggest bring it to heat, add a bit of pressure to the top sheet, & let it set for a few minutes, w/out removing it from glass visually inspect for warping, if you think it is good then there you go. If not repeat process, just remember that if it gets too hot, the groove, & audio is lost. The other option is if you have a physical record store, many have a device that does the same process as above, but w/ computer accuracy. Honestly the best way is avoid buying warped records if at all possible. The method above works, & if done properly there is no difference from a new, true, disc, just take your time, & aim to get it right. I hate my lack of punctuation, & the world's longest run on sentence, I seem to have employed there; but, whatever it happens
Here's a hell of a better away of doing this. Get a disco antistatic cleaner use 1cup of 91% alcohol 3/4 a teaspoon of photo flow 200 and 3/4 of distilled water for fast drying. This will clean 15 lps in 15 to 30 minutes
I buy and sell and have a large collection. This is part of my hobby and prefer to hand clean. That said, there are some great products out there that might be a better fit for some record collectors.
Vanessa Whitney I use one as well prior to playing my records. I buy a lot of vintage vinyl that requires a deep clean. I do get fewer snap, crackles, and pops after a good deep clean. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I have used records and I just wash them in the sink no fast enough that’s it I don’t use chemicals at all,I have no patience doing all those records lol 😆
"When audiophiles get real" Wow alcohol, detergent, scrubbers, suction cups....just get a high presure water cleaner. Itll blast that dirt right off that vinyl.
Even Dick Solomon, the High Commander and head of the expedition to Earth from 3rd Rock from the sun, knew the superior sound quality of vinyl. Season 1 Episode 14
Well I been doing it wrong then, no wonder my music sounds rubbish after only about 5 plays it's because I put 10 albums at a time in our Indesit dishwasher.
Reading the comments I see there is concern about the 90% alcohol damaging the vinyl. I buy collections that are often stored in basements and garages, these collections need a deep clean. For you purposes you may want to change up the formula a bit - Try using 70% Alcohol and/or use less alcohol. Enjoy those records!
Isn’t the strength of the alcohol dependent on how diluted it is with water? What’s the difference between using 70% and 91% if you’re going to be diluting it in all that water anyway? If you’re worried about the ratios he used, why not just use a little less of the 91%?
Hi Dean! Recently I got a used record online that was so dirty just a single revolution made my needle covered in god knows what gunk (thanks Japanese gentleman on eBay). So many videos online about how cleaning solutions online don't list their ingredients and probably aren't even using distilled water. Out of all the tons of research I did, you were the only one with a quick, clear, cost-efficient, and logically sound way to deep clean a record. While also protecting the inner label.
So I went out to my local hardware store and got everything you listed. I used 91% iso, with a 1 to 5 part mix with distilled water. I bought two bottles with one being higher pressure to spray out the gunk, also the stain pad and OF COURSE your quite genius idea to use the glass suctions. They are perfectly sized for 12inch records 4 inch inner labels and keep them totally dry. Just finished my first cleaning on 4 records, and oh boy did it work. Literally fixed the problem album I mentioned, and my needle is happy and clean. Removed tons of nasty sounds and skips.
Best method. I'm crowning it. It's videos like these that make youtube worth all the other garbage. Thank you!
Tried this method today and I’m really impressed! This breathed new life into my used records…so much of the surface noise and crackling are gone!! Thanks for showing how practical this is to do!
“You don’t say much, but when you do, it’s straight to the point and I applaud you for it” great video man. Thanks
I don’t get it Big Dan
One of the very best demos on TH-cam and believe me I've watched them all! Well done! Thanks.
Thank you very much!
I have been washing LPs under running water with soap for 40 years. Best & simplest way to clean. I was skeptical if the tile clamps at first, but now I LOVE them. Thanks for that tip!
what kind of soap did you use was it ordinary hand or wash it sunlight washing soap
@@MultiKs22 Ivory dish detergent.
Tried this method out tonight after going to the hardware store to get some of the items suggested, very inexpensive . Excellent results, I watched tons of videos on cleaning, devices, etc. this particular one really resonated with me. Thank you.
Straight and to the point, way to do it! For extremely dirty albums I would use Dawn dish detergent, rinse and then finish off with do it yourself vinyl cleaner. Dawn dish detergent removes what Gojo hand cleaner cannot after I get through turning wrenches. I think Dawn dish detergent might be able to remove contamination that alcohol is not able to remove.
After looking at many videos of how to clean Vinyl Records, this video is has the BEST method at the lowest cost. TWO THUMBS UP! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Suction cups worked great! Thank you Dean. Here's what I used: 91% Iso Alcohol, generic Kroger brand rinse aid and filter water from our R/O system. Mainly cleaning off new records, so I went pretty light on the alcohol, like 10/1 water/alcohol ratio, and just drop of rinse aid. And a couple new microfibre cloths for washing and drying. I didn't have a drying rack like in your video, so I just used our bottom dishwasher rack for drying (left door open with rack pulled out) Worked perfectly. Clean records, sound great and no blood lost.
Well done. Thanks for sharing. Best straightforward method I’ve seen!
Saw one person demonstrate cleaning records with a vacuum and I did not want to go that far. This is perfect, will definitely be replicating this set up for my records.
ah, the legendary oddboxtopper’s method with a twist of your own. respect
I do the same method, little less alcohol. The paint pad follows the grooves perfectly. The suction cup idea is genius, gives a great way to hold. I finish the rinse cycle with a home made vacuum attachment.
Less alcohol isn’t a bad way to go. Thanks for watching!!
The whole paint pad idea scares me 😳
@@markstropes1413 it shouldn't, the bristle are so gentle and follow the grooves perfectly. I use them on every record even brand new expensive ones and have not been dissapointed.
It would be very interesting to hear a before and after test.
Brilliance in just 4 minutes! So useful and effective (both the video and the technique). Thank you.
This is great! I buy a lot of thrift store records, and they are usually caked in dirt etc. This is the deep clean technique I need!
Suction cups, what a great idea!
Great video and really useful tips, thanks
Try using 400 grade wet and dry paper, your vinyl will be perfectly clean and music free
🤔...😂🤣😂😉.
P80 is much more effective
Yeah, it'll put the S-M-O-O-T-H in smooth jazz.
you are insane😅
We have a Comedian😆✌️
It would be very nice to hear a before and after applying these treatments to make a record better than new and reduce record noise.
Adrian Cressy Good idea. Maybe I’ll put a video together doing just that. Thanks.
Yes, that is an excellent point!
I've cleaned about 13 records as of now using this method, works like a champ. I omitted the drying rack, as I hit both sides of the record while still clamped with my garage air compressor which has two inline filters for moisture/oil first (this gets a lot of the remaining demin water off. Then I just use a microfiber towel, unclamp, try again around the label and the record is ready for an anti-static sleeve. Thank you.
Heading to Home Depot to get those suction cups! Great VID! Thanks!
Honestly, I don’t mind sitting here watching long videos but this is quite interesting to watch you clean a record.
Thanks for watching!
Bro you are a genius. Best video yet. 👍! Going to try all this nxt wkend. Got hundreds of dj records needing good clning. Great video, 👌! Thank you so much. 👍👍👍!
just a little creativity can get you good results. ive seen peoples videos buy these huge expensive automatic machines for cleaning records but your here just using everyday items to clean records. thanks for the video man👍
Great video, direct and to-the-point. By the way nice ink on your arms!
I watched your video today, and with two recently purchased LP's in need of cleaning, I gave it a try. With a rock, or country LP it is easier to hide the snap, crackles, and pops, but on a classical LP you really can't. One LP was from 1961, and the other from 1962. Two basically 60 year old LP's. I followed your procedure, mixed the ingredients, and then did the washing. I let them dry as you did, took them to the turntable, mounted the LP on the platter, and when the stylus hit the LP probably 98% of the snaps, crackles, and pops are gone, and only heard between songs. Bravo on the video. It works. Thanks. Shalom.
That is great to hear! Happy listening!
Murphey's oil soap works great and then if your record is really bad dry and follow with woodglue (only on the vinyl). It will pull all the dust out of the grooves when it drys and you pull it off. Plus, you get a woodglue version on your record.
Thanks for the 411! I did 20 of my vinyls tonight. Didn’t use the alcohol tho, I just use the cleaning solution that came with my brush kit and the records look very nice and clean…. Now for the 100 and something to go haha
It worked. Thanks a lot. Followed your instructions to the T. Much appreciated.
That's great! Thanks for sharing your results! Enjoy those records!
Hi Dean, great video with a simple technique, can I ask were to get the suction pumps please
Great VID! Where did you get the Drying Racks?
Thank you for the to the point video and all the great comments! I've subscribed!!
Best method yet. Thumbs up!
The best way I found to keep records clean after cleaning them is to use a swiffer duster on my turntable mat prior to putting the first listen of every session. Cover or no, the platter will get dusty. Cleaning the platter first will keep the dust of the platter from getting on the back side of the record. Not sure about the alcohol, that could actually react with the vinyl.
Great idea!
Great point. And that stylus will be clearer.👍
Finally a way to clean them without spending $1,000
Been using this method with great results. I just use a cleaner that I bought from my record store (it does contain alcohol) but everything else is straight from Deans recommendation.
One big concern among people that care, is to avoid any chemical that will remove the plasticizers from the vinyl, even in small ways. I have even heard of people using lighter fluid because it cleans well and leaves a shine , but an audiophile or collector sticks to proven record safe chemistry, avoiding shade tree stuff made from opinions.
well dean cook excellent where can you buy those centre holes suction holes where put on the label of the record where the label where wont get damaged.
We need one of those electronic microscope groove imagines before and after all these cleaning methods.
Straight alcohol is not a good idea!
Just inherited over 200+ records and they are all filthy so I am super happy to try out this cleaning method. I was wondering if you could tell me the stain pads (brand or anything) you used so I can grab some. All I am seeing online are the super padded microfiber ones. You're looks thin but can't seem to make it out from the video. Thanks!
Ingenious! Thank you sir!
2112 Bangkok so glad to help! Enjoy that vinyl!
Great system! Any RUSH fans in here??! ;)
We're on the train to Bangkok
Aboard the Thailand Express
We'll hit the stops along the way
We only stop for the best!
I've cleaned thousands of vinyl records ....I put the grooves under a hot water faucet first ,then use the isopropyl ......great results !....angle the disc to avoid label wetness
Thats what i used to do . get those tiny particles off of there first!
Your method is actually a very common method and everyone who does this method is satisfied. One very important and puzzling question that I even ask the pros who use expensive machines. This is for people who have been cleaning their records for at least 15 - 20 yrs. using Isopropyl Alcohol. What is the sound quality of your records? Have the grooves dissolved by using Isopropyl??? Far too many times it has been said to stop using Isopropyl as this eats away at the plastersizers in the vinyl. I would love to see a poll on this one. Peace.
It is a common method; I simply gave a concise presentation.
I use no more than 10% Alcohol and rinse quickly and thoroughly. I haven't had any sound quality issues. Thanks for commenting!
Seeing cleaning methods that people use, make me glad I have an Audio Desk System Ultra Sonic cleaner.
I have heard ultrasonic cleaners can put holes through tin foil. I purchased a great sounding Jazz album from discogs and ask the owner what they did to keep the record in such good condition. They said they did nothing. No washing or cleaning of any type and it was an old record. About a year ago I scrubbed one old record with 190 golden grain alcohol. Does not seem to be damaged. I use Dawn dish detergent and a paintbrush on extremely dirty albums and follow it up with tergitol vacuum clean. I hate cleaning new albums but when I do it is usually with tergitol and record vacuum but some are so dirty I have to rinse them off under the sink first.
Brilliant!
Sign me up!
Please carry on!!
Do I have to use the actual paint edger or can I just use the pads? I feel like the edger outside peices will scratch it
Great vid, great ideas. Thanks.
Ok, I'm off to the stores!!!
Sorry, i'm portuguese and i'm not understagibg what is the first thing he wipes the vinil with, can you help
me? thanks
Well I am going to Lowe's tomorrow. Thanks! Good method.
THE GOAT !!!!!!!!!!!!!! GREAT VIDEO
Exactly the method I use, but with
much less alcohol
Thank you. Great video.
Great idea; suction cups @ Harbor Freight (SKU 57499) for $4.39.
Nice tutorial what’s your system set-up like? I’m new to vinyl but have been an audiophile for 15+ years. Anything you recommend?
I run a 1972 Pioneer SX-826 Receiver with a 1976 Pioneer PL-1120 Turntable. I like vintage equipment.
I like the vintage stuff too! My receiver is a 85 Akai aa-v105 and my friends old audio technical a turn table I don’t know the model and I don’t feel like picking it up and looking at the bottom of it if you know what I mean.
Awesome. I like your style man. I literally Don't watch diy/audiophile videos if they're more than a certain time . CAN YOU TELL ME WHERE TO GET THOSE RECORD DRYING STANDS ???
They are made for file folders (Step holders). They come in plastic and metal...Make sure they are vinyl coated. You can find them at office supply stores, but I've found them at thrift stores for a buck apiece.
Great tips!
Love it.
Hey, where can I get those label protectors? Have you got a link to buy them somewhere?
Great video!
great video, thanks!
Great vid!!
The suction cups are a genius idea and i will be stealing it
Will you add links to everything you used please
This is exactly why I went back to buying cds (haha).
Except for applying force, these are the same materials used in cleaning aluminum coated telescope mirrors.
great job, thank u
Hahaha, I love the idea of those handles, very good one ;--) thank you
Plus I use a electric drill to dry them has to be a corded drill double nut 2 nuts on bottom place on lp nut an tighten nut. Just cut the head off a 1/4 inch bolt stick it in the shower spin for 1 minute. This will keep the grooves the right size make lps last longer!
I clean my records in the same way. I don't need a hundred's € machine's to that. With 500€ I buy a lot of records. Good video. 😁
Very cool video, thank you....only potential problem is that "flexing of the record" you mention 2:45 could warp the vinyl. Proceed with caution!
I was trying to figure out where the banana 🍌 comes into play.
0:58 is the stain pad that you use to scrub the record delicate enough to not make any kind of marks on the vinyl? With the pressure you're using when scrubbing by hand, I cringed thinking there's no way that that stain pad could be soft enough to make no marks at all.
Can i use deionised water (used in car batteries) instead of distilled water?
Yes
The stain pad will not scratch the vinyl? I noticed that carbon fiber brushes can scratch a vinyl so is the pads 100% safe? Great video though my friend
I've been using the same paint edgers for 4 years. I keep them clean and wash them off. The fibers of the paint edgers are actually very soft and will not scratch the record.
Do you wash the edger off with distilled water or regular tap water? Thank you!
@@patrickouziel Plain tap water
The crimes against fidelity are bloody hilarious on youtube.
Do you not get noise on the first couple of playbacks after a wet clean, sounds like bacon sizzling?
No noise. the records always sound better.
For some reason this comment had me cracking up!
It’s only a two minute video if you adjust the playback speed to 2x.
Does this process work because I'm scared it will ruin the sounding of the songs on record?
It works. Change the formula if you like. Use 70% Alcohol and/or use less alcohol.
1:54 where to get such "holders" , Sir ?
Microfiber towel recommendation?
Nothing specific, but I do prefer the heavier ones as they wick up more moisture.
Watched the video and went straight to Home Depot haha.
What scrub are you using
Its a stain applicator that can be found at Home Depot or Walmart in the paint section.
For $20 or so you can buy an acrylic label protector on eBay. Works a helluva lot better/easier than those clunky suction cups.
Sounds good! Please share a link for all to check out. Thanks!
The suction cups used in this video can also be had for around $20 on amazon, and I think it's quite ingenious because it offers a good grip to handle the record while cleaning. The acrylic label protectors are probably for less... aggressive scrubbing techniques, I'll say that, haha. But still, very useful information from both of you chaps. Many thanks!
@@mikukumiku You can get them at Walmart for $5 each.
Unfortunately, my LP collection was stored in boxes vertically for years. Naturally the end result is that they are warped, playable (the majority), but warped. Is there a way to straighten them out? Serious answers only please, I thoroughly understand that having them stored in that fashion wasn’t correct.
Good question! There's probably some good vids on how to do that. I've never tried. I may need to figure it out and do a vid on that as well. Please let me know if you find a good way to flatten warped records.
Everything I've read says they should be stored vertically. Not slanting and not on top of each other
@@j.johnson2792 I agree. The probable reason they warped was due to excessive heat.
If you have a glass top table, ( one large enough in circumference to overlap the LP, & a separate sheet of glass,( ie. Perhaps from a 2nd table removed) upon a very clean surface of both sheets of glass, an equally clean {rediculously clean} record disc can be placed sandwiched between the two sheets. Secured w/some duct /high friction tape, & using a heat gun, hair dryer, or even a space heater gently, ever carefully, & in slow parts heat the vinyl to where it becomes pliable. I suggest bring it to heat, add a bit of pressure to the top sheet, & let it set for a few minutes, w/out removing it from glass visually inspect for warping, if you think it is good then there you go. If not repeat process, just remember that if it gets too hot, the groove, & audio is lost. The other option is if you have a physical record store, many have a device that does the same process as above, but w/ computer accuracy. Honestly the best way is avoid buying warped records if at all possible. The method above works, & if done properly there is no difference from a new, true, disc, just take your time, & aim to get it right. I hate my lack of punctuation, & the world's longest run on sentence, I seem to have employed there; but, whatever it happens
Google vinyl flat. Works very well. Just be careful and use some common sense or you'll overcook the album.
And woukd it ba safe to use a velvet rag on vinyls?
Velvet is very soft, not sure how durable it would be though. Test on a bad record to see how it performs. Let us know how it goes.
@@deancook3650 I purchased some coral velvet rags Amazon and am completely satisfied on how they clean my records
Fucking brilliant. Bravo sir
What are the staining pads made of?
Synthetic material. They do shed a bit, but not enough to be problematic.
Here's a hell of a better away of doing this. Get a disco antistatic cleaner use 1cup of 91% alcohol 3/4 a teaspoon of photo flow 200 and 3/4 of distilled water for fast drying. This will clean 15 lps in 15 to 30 minutes
:)
At the end it cost more to buy all the utensils than just get a bottle of cleaning product.
I buy and sell and have a large collection. This is part of my hobby and prefer to hand clean. That said, there are some great products out there that might be a better fit for some record collectors.
banana at the end
Idk i just use a hand duster!
Vanessa Whitney I use one as well prior to playing my records. I buy a lot of vintage vinyl that requires a deep clean. I do get fewer snap, crackles, and pops after a good deep clean. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I have used records and I just wash them in the sink no fast enough that’s it I don’t use chemicals at all,I have no patience doing all those records lol 😆
I hate when I run out of record cleaner solution.
"When audiophiles get real" Wow alcohol, detergent, scrubbers, suction cups....just get a high presure water cleaner. Itll blast that dirt right off that vinyl.
And with any luck, it will blast the grooves & the music off of it too! ....lol
Even Dick Solomon, the High Commander and head of the expedition to Earth from 3rd Rock from the sun, knew the superior sound quality of vinyl. Season 1 Episode 14
78 rpm discs in shellack dissolve in ethanol and alcohol!!!!!!!!!
Have you tried 80 grit sandpaper?
Well I been doing it wrong then, no wonder my music sounds rubbish after only about 5 plays it's because I put 10 albums at a time in our Indesit dishwasher.