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Can I clean my records manually?
TBG, what is it about the machines that enables them to clean better? Better vacuum, better scrubbing or appication? What could the science be behind your intuition? 
Can I clean my records manually?
Audiofeil,that's what suspected. However, as I meant to say earlier, I was looking for someone to give specific reaons why machines worked better. 
Can I clean my records manually?
TBG, I understand. I was looking for education and enlightenment. I'm knew to vinyl (at this level anyway) and want to maximize my listening enjoyment. I sincerely was looking to everyone hear to list the benenefits of a RCM over the method I desc... 
Can I clean my records manually?
TBT, right now I have more time than money so...But, if/when I get some extra pocket money, I'm trying to understand why I would need a RCM.Sound like you're telling me that I could be doing damage to my records that could accumulate and have a lo... 
Can I clean my records manually?
Ok, so, since I started this post I decided to go the manual route. My routine has rendered many of my records down to only a few ticks per side with only one cleaning. Here it is:1. Begin with a good steam bath! I have a clothes steamer which loo... 
Clearauduio Spider Clamp - What the heck?
I have a Clearaudio Champ II (you?) I got the spider centering tool today. Although it looks a little different than what I've seen in pictures, just a little though. I can't wait to try it tonight. I got my outer limit yesterday and used it witho... 
Clearauduio Spider Clamp - What the heck?
Yaggy, Thanx for the response. FYI - Clearaudio has since discontinued the Spider and The Locator cannot be bought separately (as explained to me from Musical Surroundings).Luckily, I found a retailer who had one spider left in inventory. 
What should be the first component when upgrading?
It doesn't matter. The whole chain will only be as strong as the weakest link. If you have a preferred affinity for a particular component (i.e. "I really want to try a SET tube amp" or "I've always wanted to try some Magnepan speakers, etc.) then... 
Clearauduio Spider Clamp - What the heck?
Yagbol2; where did you get the Locator? I can't find it anywhere. Do you remember what you paid for it? thanx 
Clearaudio Champion II and ___________Tonearm.
Answer: Origin Live Encounter. 
Little red gun next to turntable.
Bassobenotto! Excellent question. I was just about to ask the same thing!! 
Little red gun next to turntable.
Really? I was looking at the Ionoclast...was going to try it. Hmmm. 
Clearauduio Spider Clamp - What the heck?
Thanx. Boy, what a retard I am!! 
Analog vs. CDP: A fair comparison?
OK. Sold the CDP. The Clearaudio Champ II is on the way! Next need an arm, then cart, then phono stage. All this connected to the Cary 300SEI. OR, sell the Cary 300SEI and get the VAC Avatar with the built-in phono stage. 
She's on to me
I too have to sneak around my wife to bring new things in. It's not that I'm trying to lie as much as I am trying avoide the endless hours of explanation and trying to justify to a non-music lover why I need those $1000 interconnects. The original...