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Walker Audio Prelude LP Cleaning Solution
What about a "mold" that might grow on a water or damp damaged LP? Might that be a material that could be attacked by such an enzyme? 
Walker Audio Prelude LP Cleaning Solution
Crem1,Thankyou! Finally someone clearly explains the steam cleaning process and effect.I bought myself a small hand-held cleaner but am concerned with 2 things:1. How close to place the nozzle of the cleaner to the vinyl? (The nozzle is 4"wide by ... 
tracking force problem
Try swinging the arm away from the platter temporarily. This allows you to create a separate platform next to the platter on which you can set the weighing machine at the same level as the platter.I have a really cheap Haddaways (e-bay seller) ele... 
Record Cleaning Machine Fluid
Is the order:1. Vinyl Zyme2. RRL Deep Cleaner3. RRL Vinyl Wash ?Or is the Vinyl Zyme in between the 2 RRL applications?Anyone recommend a really good brush for a diluted detergent wash, as a very first step ahead of the above, if the vinyl is so d... 
cartridge Benz, Koestu, Lyra
John,Congratulations on such a great summary review of your extensive cartridge experience.Really helpful to those of us starting out on the journey.You picked up that Piedpiper gauntlet with great panache!Thankyou. 
Linn Linto phono stage with Scout/JMW9
Thanks for the responses.I've decided to go with the Benz as I've heard it and Iramirez has increased my level of confidence!Question that remains is what should I use as interconnects between the Scout/Linto/preamp.Best RCA I/C I have is a Linn S... 
Keep my Rega Elys 2 on a new VPI Scout?
Why not keep the Elys 2 on the Scout to begin with. You can better establish how the Scout has altered the music delivery vs the P3 and you can enjoy and appreciate the upgrade.When the itch gets too strong again you will have a better idea of whe... 
Challenges to Stereophile's Art Dudley re LP12?
Hi Viridian,Forgive me for spreading the net wide but I'm about to make a major investment in a Lingo'd LP12 with a Naim Aro tonearm and I was looking for some help/input from those with experience with this combo. Did not think many people have t...