Recently upgraded to the Degritter after many years using the VPI 16.5
I find the final outcome with the Degritter is better in all respects (visual and sound quality) than my best efforts with the VPI. For years I used the Audio Intelligence 3 step solutions with three separate wands and three separate brushes. I was satisfied with the previous process except for the intense effort and time involved. Now I place a record in the Degritter, push one button, and return in under 10 minutes to an exceptionally clean and dry album. Can not imagine going back to a vacuum RCM.
I find the final outcome with the Degritter is better in all respects (visual and sound quality) than my best efforts with the VPI. For years I used the Audio Intelligence 3 step solutions with three separate wands and three separate brushes. I was satisfied with the previous process except for the intense effort and time involved. Now I place a record in the Degritter, push one button, and return in under 10 minutes to an exceptionally clean and dry album. Can not imagine going back to a vacuum RCM.