Record Care Lab

The Cleaning Lab

Let’s test some assumptions.

Record collectors have strong opinions about cleaning. I’d rather test them.

This is where I experiment with fluids, equipment, techniques and some of the things vinyl enthusiasts have been arguing about for decades.

Comparison01

40 kHz vs. 120 kHz Ultrasonic Cleaning

Two frequencies. A comparison that starts with the method.

4 min read
Investigation02

Can You Over-Clean a Record?

Examining an often-repeated concern about record cleaning.

5 min read
Investigation03

Do You Really Need to Rinse After Cleaning?

A closer look at the rinse step and the questions behind it.

2 min read