GEM Dandy Record Cleaner - Has Anyone Tried It ?

I finally got my act together and made a DIY version of the GEM Dandy Cleaner. For the $20 in supplies, why not.

My first impression with this cleaning system is that it is very, very effective. As with any cleaning system, it won't bring a record back from the dead. Some records I cleaned had sustained irreparable damage before they had ever reached my hands. Where the GEM method of cleaning a record shines is completely eliminating surface noise.

I had been using a vacuum cleaning system prior to the GEM method, but it just makes more sense to get a complete rinse. With a vacuum system the crap that you dredge up from the grooves may or may not make it up into the vacuum, and it might settle back into the groove. With a rinse system, it never stands a chance.

Highly recommended.

-Dusty

This is by far the best system I've ever used, waaay better than my VPI 16.5 which I promptly sold after building a GEM clone.

Looks like the device can be DIY-ed... $150 for plumbing parts? I dont know...!! ??

I've had it over a year, absolutely fantastic cleaning system. This thing has completely revolutionized my enjoyment of listening to LPs, even old rejects that had long been given up for dead.

It is very easy to use and not really too messy in the sink. But if you prefer it is no trouble to set up outside with a garden hose.

Don't even think about buying some outrageously expensive vacuum/brush monstrosity until you have tried the GEM.

Yes, you can DIY most of it and tweak a few things here and there if so inclined. Except for the GEM cleaning fluid, that is a requirement.

But I don't have a problem paying for George's idea and invention. He is a great guy and very knowledgeable, I appreciate his contributions to making this system available.

Steve

I own and love it. dont even use my top of the line nitty gritty any more.

best cleaning ever.