I have studied vinyl cleaning intensely in my own rig. Every record, old or new, should be thoroughly cleaned prior to play (not every play, just before it is played on your equipment.) To clean a record, it is necessary to cut off the natural oils to release the dirt held by these oils.Special cleaners and diluted denatured alcohol is what I found to be most effective.
Once you have a clean record, the surface oil must be replenished.If not, you have a diamond riding on soft vinyl and every play will add ticks and pops as the diamond carves the vinyl. Use Grove Glide with the understanding that less is better than more. And no, I have no interest in promoting this product beyond that without it, you will not be treating you vinyl in a manner that results in maximal care and enjoyment.
Once you have a clean record, the surface oil must be replenished.If not, you have a diamond riding on soft vinyl and every play will add ticks and pops as the diamond carves the vinyl. Use Grove Glide with the understanding that less is better than more. And no, I have no interest in promoting this product beyond that without it, you will not be treating you vinyl in a manner that results in maximal care and enjoyment.