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Reddit mentions of #1 Record Cleaner Kit - Complete 4-in-1 Vinyl Cleaning Solution, Includes Velvet Record Brush, XL Cleaning Liquid, Stylus Brush and Travel Pouch! Will NOT Scratch Your Records!
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We found 5 Reddit mentions of #1 Record Cleaner Kit - Complete 4-in-1 Vinyl Cleaning Solution, Includes Velvet Record Brush, XL Cleaning Liquid, Stylus Brush and Travel Pouch! Will NOT Scratch Your Records!. Here are the top ones.
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- WHY BIG FUDGE? There are numerous products for record collectors on the market today, yet Big Fudge stands out. Recognized globally by new and old vinyl fans alike, Big Fudge offers a professional solution for your cleaning needs. As passionate collectors ourselves, we know that only the best will do for your collection. If you have any questions about how to clean, store and preserve your records for years to come, Big Fudge is there for you!
- ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION: Clean dust, dirt and fingerprints using the anti static velvet brush in combination with the cleaning spray. The included stylus brush will remove any particles off your record player's needle. We thought of everything!
- XTRA LARGE CLEANING FLUID - The included 50ml bottle should last you quite a while. If, after years of use, you find yourself running out, you can purchase a refill right here on Amazon!
- STYLUS CLEANER: Cleaning the stylus needle has never been so easy! Try out our stylus gel or stylus brush that will lift the dust off the needle in a matter of seconds, ensure slower performance degradation and improve the longevity of your records
- AT HOME OR ON THE GO: Keep your record cleaning essentials in a safe and dust-free space. Whether you're jamming out on your home setup or dragging crates to your next DJ gig, keep this kit close to your records
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| Color | Yellow with brush |
| Size | 4pcs |
If you're only seeing large dust particles on the surface but not hearing much in terms of popping and crackling, then I'd go with just a basic carbon fiber brush like this AudioQuest one. If you're new to vinyl and don't already have one, it's a good thing to pick up anyway. It's good practice to brush each side before each spin. While these types of brushes won't clean a truly dirty record, they'll help your clean records stay clean.
If your records are noticeably loud and noisy then you'll probably have to go the route of wet cleaning. I see kits like this one a lot but I don't think they're really worth the money. You can do a better (and cheaper) job with:
You can lay one cloth flat to set the record on, spray it down and scrub around lightly with one of the cloths (it can help to dampen this with the distilled water). Personally I like to then dry the record with another cloth, spray it down with just distilled water to rinse it then dry again and repeat on the other side but you can find a method/system that works for you. If you're being super particular about it then remember to flip and replace the cloth the record is on so as not to contaminate the side you just cleaned. Also if you're worried about getting your labels wet, car applicator pads like these actually cover a label almost perfectly and they can also be used in place of a microfiber cloth to scrub the record, they work great.
If you plan on sticking with vinyl for awhile though it's worth it to save up for a SpinClean. I was a skeptic for a long time but I'm glad I finally got one, it really is worth the money. It does a good job, it's well built and it's stupidly easy to use. If $80 seems too steep for a yellow plastic trough (which it really is, unfortunately) there are cheaper models such as this. Doesn't have a lid and comes with different cleaning fluid but it doesn't seem like a half bad option.
Whichever option you go with always make sure you're putting your newly cleaned records into clean inner sleeves. If they were dirty in those sleeves it's very likely those sleeves are dirty too. Also remember to keep your turntable mat and stylus clean.
The audioquest one is supposed to be one of the best.
I cheaped out and bought the Boundless one from Amazon based on reviews and have no complaints.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071DWG4C8/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_2Dd1DbHK7VEFR
I also bought this basic cleaning kit. I was looking at the spin clean and the record doctor but most of my vinyl is new and this seems to do the job.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DVSTBXM/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_EFd1DbJX72NPB
I'm guessing you're switching the TT from phono to line when changing the input. Are you also changing it on the receiver? Plugging it into phono when phono is selected and plugging it into Aux when line is selected?
I'd say that the pops are due to the records and not the receiver. Get a record cleaning kit and give your LPs a good cleaning. Even new records can stand to be brushed before playing.
So cool! Don’t forget to buy supplies to clean the records so they last longer and sound better (also so the needle lasts longer). I use a kit very similar to this Record Cleaning Kit
1 Record Cleaner Kit - Complete 4-in-1 Vinyl Cleaning Solution, Includes Velvet Record Brush, XL Cleaning Liquid, Stylus Brush and Travel Pouch! Will NOT Scratch Your Records! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DVSTBXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1dRgDb9JCM4WA