Never seen this before but it appears to work HOWEVER my method is ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL(from your local pharmacy) and a really soft childrens toothbrush. Use the latter to brush the former ino the grooves and let the vinyl 'dry' naturally. For grimey vinyl neat washing up liquid worked gently into the grooves with the toothbrush, rinsed off with cold water and then treated with the alcohol also does the trick! The only downside to these methods is keeping the fluids away from the label!!!
@crlaw75 I've heard that other brands and even types can be used but I can only vouch for Titebond 2 and it's particular chemical makeup for a clean peel and least risk of damage to the vinyl.
I got a copy of the Song "Albatross" from a charity shop but it's in so bad condition that it sounds like there's gunfire going off while the song is playing,might try this method and see if it improves
Thats neat but I think I'll still stick to cleaning vinyl with my Nitty Gritty Record Cleaner. Also to quote the other person here saying "Buy Another Copy"? That may not always work for records pressed back in the 50s and 60s. It all depends on the vinyl used and how it was pressed aswell as recorded. However I did find some late 60s RCA pressings both lp and 45 that didn't sound great but in some cases replacing the copy did pay off.
@electronmusicjunkie I've got a Nitty Gritty and a Spin Clean and turn to a regimen involving both for normal cleaning. However, on a record this crusted & gunked up, RCMs have little to no impact. Gluing is an extreme method I turn to in extreme cases. Also, I think the "Buy another copy" comment that texs2007 made was in response to djranman's inquiry about repairing cracked 45s. ;)
Be very careful which glues you use. Many PVA glues contain compounds which will remove plasticisers from the vinyl and cause an increase in surface noise and also damage to the grooves during playing. Also, very pure alcohol or ammonia (windex) is also a very bad idea for the same reason.
Also, remember to put the record into a NEW sleeve/inner. Otherwise all the gunk goes straight back onto the vinyl.
@djranman Sorry, no way that I know of. If the 45 is at all still playable, you could take a chance on playing it one last time to make an archive copy. Bear in mind, that with that option, you run the risk of tearing the diamond stylus right off the cantilever. If it's not a super-rare 45 then I strongly suggest just trying to replace it.
Some record cleaning fluids just spread the dirt round the grooves, this method lifts the crap off! At first try on records your not to botherd about, try and keep out the dead waxes (beginning / end).
I use some window cleaning liquid (the one you use on your house's windows) that I spray all arround the grooves, then i dry the record with a cleenex.
I get almost the same results : no dust, no fingerprints, less pops and cliks. Only it lasts 5 minutes...
@Apoplectic1 Sounds like you need to put down a thicker layer of glue. Too thin of a layer won't peel cleanly and will leave patches behind. A fresh, thicker layer will also pull up any residue and pieces left behind from a bad peel. After application, if you can still see any areas of vinyl thru the glue, then it's too thin.
I cannot understand all the dislikes for this video... it's clear concise and comes with an enjoyable backing track... what more do people want... mind you this site is heavily polluted with moron's... which explains alot !.. btw this wood glue method of cleaning record's genuinely works you just need to clean some of the gunk off before you apply the glue.
i already have test that, and yes it can help to make playable a record seems to be lost for ever. but before i clean with alcool and distiled water. i dry it, and after i proceed to the glue for wipe out all the deep dust.
@marlucan I was skeptical too, but it worked pretty well with the record in the clip. I tried this on a filthy record that I didn't pay much for. Please note, I never said it was the only way to clean records or even that it was the best way to clean records. I was just trying an experiment that I saw countless others perform here on YouTube in the past and thought I'd capture it on video.
Never seen this before but it appears to work HOWEVER my method is ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL(from your local pharmacy) and a really soft childrens toothbrush. Use the latter to brush the former ino the grooves and let the vinyl 'dry' naturally. For grimey vinyl neat washing up liquid worked gently into the grooves with the toothbrush, rinsed off with cold water and then treated with the alcohol also does the trick! The only downside to these methods is keeping the fluids away from the label!!!
therealMickT 1 week ago
Such a Work! You've made it! Thanks for the precious suggestion . I'll try it on mine 45 and 33's vinyls.
MaxToro1 1 week ago
Can you use any wood glue or just that brand you mentioned?
crlaw75 2 weeks ago
@crlaw75 I've heard that other brands and even types can be used but I can only vouch for Titebond 2 and it's particular chemical makeup for a clean peel and least risk of damage to the vinyl.
Slayd5K 2 weeks ago
if you a/b it, there's a HUGE difference !!! great trick !
SlikkTim 1 month ago
I got a copy of the Song "Albatross" from a charity shop but it's in so bad condition that it sounds like there's gunfire going off while the song is playing,might try this method and see if it improves
Aeonterbor 1 month ago
What's the Name of That Song? (video) THANKS
BK9795 1 month ago
@BK9795 Did you mean the background music or the single being cleaned?
Slayd5K 1 month ago
@Slayd5K YES MY FRIEND
BK9795 1 month ago
@BK9795 Enchanted Lady by Milt Jackson & Ray Brown
Slayd5K 1 month ago
Thats neat but I think I'll still stick to cleaning vinyl with my Nitty Gritty Record Cleaner. Also to quote the other person here saying "Buy Another Copy"? That may not always work for records pressed back in the 50s and 60s. It all depends on the vinyl used and how it was pressed aswell as recorded. However I did find some late 60s RCA pressings both lp and 45 that didn't sound great but in some cases replacing the copy did pay off.
electronmusicjunkie 1 month ago
@electronmusicjunkie I've got a Nitty Gritty and a Spin Clean and turn to a regimen involving both for normal cleaning. However, on a record this crusted & gunked up, RCMs have little to no impact. Gluing is an extreme method I turn to in extreme cases. Also, I think the "Buy another copy" comment that texs2007 made was in response to djranman's inquiry about repairing cracked 45s. ;)
Slayd5K 1 month ago
Awesomeness, I'm so going to try this on some of my records. Looks fun.
duncanh100 3 months ago
Thanks for the upload Mr Slayd.
I will add a word of caution though:
Be very careful which glues you use. Many PVA glues contain compounds which will remove plasticisers from the vinyl and cause an increase in surface noise and also damage to the grooves during playing. Also, very pure alcohol or ammonia (windex) is also a very bad idea for the same reason.
Also, remember to put the record into a NEW sleeve/inner. Otherwise all the gunk goes straight back onto the vinyl.
backindauk 4 months ago
what ca you do about repairing a cracked 45?
djranman 5 months ago
@djranman Sorry, no way that I know of. If the 45 is at all still playable, you could take a chance on playing it one last time to make an archive copy. Bear in mind, that with that option, you run the risk of tearing the diamond stylus right off the cantilever. If it's not a super-rare 45 then I strongly suggest just trying to replace it.
Slayd5K 5 months ago
@djranman buy a new copy.
texs2007 3 months ago
mmm... like frying bacon!! XDD
bocatablanco 5 months ago
@Slayd5k Could you put this Dee Dee sharp record on your page as a full song?
starchedownon84s 6 months ago
@starchedownon84s No prob, just give me a few days to dig it up again.
Slayd5K 6 months ago
@Slayd5K thanks a million man
starchedownon84s 6 months ago
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starchedownon84s 6 months ago
Some record cleaning fluids just spread the dirt round the grooves, this method lifts the crap off! At first try on records your not to botherd about, try and keep out the dead waxes (beginning / end).
lagerdean1978 6 months ago
I use some window cleaning liquid (the one you use on your house's windows) that I spray all arround the grooves, then i dry the record with a cleenex.
I get almost the same results : no dust, no fingerprints, less pops and cliks. Only it lasts 5 minutes...
SiriusXAim 7 months ago
How do you get it to peel up like that? The glue on mine just wants to stick to the record and only come up in chunks.
Apoplectic1 7 months ago
@Apoplectic1 Sounds like you need to put down a thicker layer of glue. Too thin of a layer won't peel cleanly and will leave patches behind. A fresh, thicker layer will also pull up any residue and pieces left behind from a bad peel. After application, if you can still see any areas of vinyl thru the glue, then it's too thin.
Slayd5K 7 months ago
I cannot understand all the dislikes for this video... it's clear concise and comes with an enjoyable backing track... what more do people want... mind you this site is heavily polluted with moron's... which explains alot !.. btw this wood glue method of cleaning record's genuinely works you just need to clean some of the gunk off before you apply the glue.
4evaclapham 10 months ago
hu ingenious really. at first i thought nooooooooooo but then after seeing how easily it came off im tempted to try it.
C815richard 11 months ago
i already have test that, and yes it can help to make playable a record seems to be lost for ever. but before i clean with alcool and distiled water. i dry it, and after i proceed to the glue for wipe out all the deep dust.
Meteotrance 1 year ago
Hello: I'm not quite convinced. But i will try to clean my records by this way.
marlucan 1 year ago
@marlucan I was skeptical too, but it worked pretty well with the record in the clip. I tried this on a filthy record that I didn't pay much for. Please note, I never said it was the only way to clean records or even that it was the best way to clean records. I was just trying an experiment that I saw countless others perform here on YouTube in the past and thought I'd capture it on video.
Slayd5K 1 year ago
9 dislikes???
OldMusicOnVinyl1 1 year ago
@OldMusicOnVinyl1 yeah, I was trying to figure that one out too. Oh well.
Slayd5K 1 year ago