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Audio Desk cleaner.....still available?

I've been looking into this as my VPI 16.5 (from 35 years ago) has failed and I got taken on a "new open box" SOTA cleaner that was a trash heap no longer made (the site I used still says they are available on order....I called SOTA and they are not and you would not want one anyway).  The Audio Desk and the Degritter are the likeliest candidates.  The Audio Desk is or is not any longer in production/? Upscale Audio seems to have them, at least online. I was looking at a used one, likely the old model, but there are failure reports. I don't know about the new one, or whether it is even buyable. I'd prefer used if functional, but welcome opinions. The Degritter is the other option and it seems Galen Carol has them here in Texas. Info on that would be good too.  I'm starting to think record cleaning companies are the audio equivalent of roofing companies. Advice welcome!!

howardlee

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theo
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Yes they are, I am sure other dealers carry them but The Cable Company is the importer and retailer. Contact John at 800.328.9733 for assistance. I replaced my 16.5 with one a few years back and have been extremely satisfied with the results. Re-clean the records that you have cleaned with your VPI and you’ll be surprised at the results.

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gpgr4blu, I am curious as to how many years did you have the 1st unit when the pump failed? If you don’t mind me asking, of course. I’ve had one for a few years but I don’t have a large collection and recently have spent way more time streaming than spinning. I just wonder if I have a similar adventure to look forward too.  Thank you.

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gpgr4blu, thank you for your reply. I only clean 5-6 albums at a wack then can go months without cleaning any. Especially lately I have just been streaming. Your last comment that the AD was a mistake. Was that because of the mechanical issues or were you not satisfied with the results. One other note I might add is that I made a drain for the tank so that I can drain the unit when not in use, maybe that will help in my case. I just didn’t want the solution weakening or over strength due to evaporation. Again thank you 

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theo
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Thank you, gpgr4blu, I appreciate your response no sharing your experience. It definitely makes me wonder if a change is warranted. I don’t have a huge LP collection and not sure where my future vinyl investment will take me. So you have provided lots of food for thought, again my thanks. 

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