KnostiDisco-Antistat Vinyl record cleaning machine, generation II

As a vinyl collector and just having replaced a very expensive stylus/cartridge on my turntable I felt that this was only half the battle, if the record was dirty what was the point. Wanted to see the impact of cleaning before venturing into the realms of ultra sonic record cleaners.I was staggered by the impact of cleaning my collection. Form the outset the hiss, pops and rattles disappeared. After cleaning you are left with what looks like a new record. Any remaining surface noise is probably due to damage.It is a messy process and one which can be time consuming. My experience is that it is worth the effort as many older second hand records from the 60's and 70's were used in smokey rooms which has left the record surface sticky and a dust magnet.This gadget works and is much more cost effective than a £500 ultra sonic machine if you are just starting or returning to record collection. I filter the expensive fluid through a coffee filter rather than the filter provided as I find that this removes more dirt.It is important to note that you must work in a relatively dust free atmosphere AND leave lots of time for the records to dry.This product is well worth getting for record collectors even if you think your records are clean.

this thing is brilliant, when used correctly it does an amazing job, some of my records are over 50 years old and quite noisy ( so much so that some were not listenable) this device has bought them back to life in a way I was not expecting, even new records benefit from this. recomended

Fantastic, It really works, records that were unplayable through dust and static now look as new and play absolutely fine. if you want to clean up all the those records bought at record fairs and 2nd hand shops that are quite as 'v good' or 'near mint' as they said they were this will get them back to black, clean and shiny and sounding great. After buying the new version we bought the old one so we could have a second bath to wash the records in RO water ( bought from local pet shop) immediately after cleaning in the solution. i noticed the residue that has been reported being collected by the stylus. It wasn't a problem but now after the water bath, the stylus is pretty clean after first playing.Another tip is to use a coffee filter in a funnel to put the solution back into the bottle as the supplied filter system just doesn't work.its worth buying the new version as the seal on the record holder protects the label better the the previous version which lacked the rubber seal. Also the clamps that hold it in place make the process easier.Highly recommended

Works great. Gets albums very clean. Several observations:- The overall design is very good.-The solution is alcohol based. Make sure you get as much dust off the album before cleaning. They included a drainback funnel and filter so you can return the fluid to the bottle for re-use.-I would like to be able to buy extra replacement brushes.-The crank handle needs to be engineered more stout...needs to flex less. Heavier gram albums are thicker and create more drag on the brushes which flexes the thin plastic crank handle even more. Very uncomfortable feeling that is going to snap.-More than one cleaning may be needed. I've experienced cleaning a record then playing it. Halfway through the playing the sound went muddy and when I checked the needle and it was caked with dirt. The solution basically loosened the dirt so another cleaning was necessary.-Because the Knosti fluid is difficult to find here in the States be prepared to purchase another brand or make up your own fluid when you run out of Knosti.

Wet bath system works well, when used with a surfactant worked into both sides of each disc, prior to being put through the cleaner which has distilled water in the bath.

Having,Just bought a new DJ setup I was concerned about dirty my record, most of them are over 20 years old and have been used in some less than ideal situations, all that deep ground in grime doesn't do your stylus any good. so not expecting this to be particularly brilliant I bought it to give it a go as using a rag and spray never really gets deep into the grooves. After selecting a few of my records that really Crackle and Pop I put them through the Machine turned it about 10 times took them out and left them to dry the really cool thing is the clamp in the middle stops any of the fluid getting onto the labels which was a big concern. having let them dry I tried them on the turntable and was massively surprised when they sound almost as good as new. These records had been used in clubs and all sorts of unsanitary places where they had been exposed to dirt sweat and all sorts. Really wasn't expecting that much of an improvement. However if you have a vinyl collection that crackles and Pops every time you put them on your turntables then this is a definite good purchase obviously it's not going to get rid of scratches but there are certain things that you can do to repair certain scratches but sometimes it's just beyond repair. An absolute must is along with buying this I purchased a pack of 100 anti static polythene Style inner sleeves because you don't want to go putting clean records back in dirty paper sleeves Plus it improves the amount of time your vinyl stays static free. As I said I was half expecting to return it thinking it really wouldn't do the job but can't say how much I am impressed by it. The fluid that comes with it is reusable and there is a filter supplied that you pass it through back into the bottle, however this is one part that I will be replacing with my own version just to ensure that no grit and dirt gets back into the fluid. So along with giving a much crisper cleaner sound it also saves wear and tear on my styluses. Definitely a good buy and recommended to anybody that uses vinyl. I will also be treating any new purchases and replacing the inner sleeve for two reasons, 1. Cleans any manufacturers debris from the record and 2. The biggest benefit it removes the static charge. This I think will give new vinyl the best head start as it won't be attracting crap the second you take it out of the sleeve. I will still use the usual carbon fibre brush or velvet block prior to use. But if you buy one maintenance product for your collection this year buy this and poly anti static sleeves