Washing machines have the cost benefits of econimies of scale, record cleaning machines don't sell in anywhere near the quantities of clothes washing machine!
I've owned my NG 2.5, in real walnut and oak, for 25 years. It is semi-automatic and noisy. Have never had it serviced. With the right 3 step cleaning process I am able to turn rice krispy-sounding records into enjoyable listening experiences. Doesn't seem to be any reason to replace it. Highly recommended.
I used the 2.5 for a few months afriend lent me, I just got a VPI 16.5 and it does a much better job, I have to scrub myself but I think that is really the best way to clean, the NG does not allow enough fluid to be placed on record for a really complete cleaing IMO.
I used the 1.0 for a couple of months.I then bought a VPI 17F and it was a huge difference.But,as far as the $s go,300 for the N.G.is a good investment
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