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Ultrasonic Record Cleaner 40 v 80 v 120 kHz

I’m new to vinyl. My table is George Merrill’s Signature Polytable. Most  of the records are purchased used from local shops, which range from poor to decent condition. Hence, I need a record cleaner. 
 

I have been researching ultrasonic (US) cleaners online, The standard US cleaners  are 40 kHz. More recently, however, I’ve seen companies like Cleaner Vinyl and Degritter are offering multi kHz machines that operate at 40, 80, and 120 kHz. 

 

Is there any evidence that the higher frequencies make a real audible difference? Or is alleged benefits just marketing hype? Any real world feedback if the higher frequencies really improve cleaning would be appreciated. 
 

Thanks much.

 

jwr159

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cleeds
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antinn

... inexpensive UT tanks like the Vevor can be very noisy; enough to drive you out of the room ...

Even the pricey US cleaners can be noisy. I use the silencer box for the Klaudio cleaner and it’s very effective.

cleeds
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I've been very pleased with my Klaudio US cleaner. Simple, one-button operation makes cleaning easy. For the rare occasion that I have a really dirty LP (such as one bought used or one that I'm cleaning for a friend), I clean it first in an original generation Nitty Gritty machine.

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