Was a vinyl DJ since 1980, to around 2005 when I switched to digital. This is how I cleaned all of my records. It works, and it doesn't damage the vinyl. It is also very cheap, and that is why audiophiles and audio companies hate it, because they can't sell you some £3000 vinyl cleaning machine, and rip you off.

This is the way I clean my vynils for years. The best .

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I've changed from the babies hair brush. I found a safer and more effective brush. Check out the latest video. I also now use 1 part isopropyl alcohol to 5 parts water as a cleaning solution. Brilliant. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

I came to read the "NOOOOOOOOOO" comments from Audiophiles lol. Was not disappointed. I enjoyed the video and look forward to the next one/s.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

They are never ending :)

In the US, this album was released with laser etching on the vinyl that matches the cover art. I still have it and it still looks and sounds awesome!

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Love to see a photo if you could be bothered

@NatureOkie

Жыл бұрын

mine too!

@NatureOkie

Жыл бұрын

I have a Gif, Where do I send it?

@AaronSmith-xx5zb

Жыл бұрын

​@@2ndchancevinyl Here's a link to a video that shows the laser etching. kzread.info/dash/bejne/l3t4pLKYfJaxgto.html

@GenerallyGroovy

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl Here's a copy playing! (and a gentle suggestion to replace your stylus). kzread.info/dash/bejne/kYasldKsmNu1kbw.html

The baby's hair brush! Of course!!! Perfect for getting to the bottom of grooves... there is no way you can damage the vinyl with this brush... going to get one this afternoon! Thank you!!!

This is exactly the way I clean my records, too. And it works quite well.

Welcome! I like your method here and this record is awesome. I look forward to seeing what you will post next!

@johnnykairouz7023

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bae. Great album. Next one in a week.

Loved it. Split Enz were a favourite of mine too and liked watching the cleaning process. Very therapeutic.

@Its_just_me_again

Жыл бұрын

Almost ASMR with his dulcet tones and the sound of bristles on vinyl

incredible stuff

Don't use tap water to rinse a record, tap water has minerals and impurities that can get lodged in the grooves. Best to use distilled water.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Will do with my next record. Thanks mate.

@chrisgullett4332

Жыл бұрын

Do not use water at all. You use wood glue to clean records. It is pretty simple, you put wood glue on the record, it gets down in every groove. Let it dry, then peel it off, and it brings every bit of dirt and debris with it. Wood glue is how you deep clean records, because as I said, it gets in all the grooves, and removes everything on the record. Everybody that knows about cleaning records knows wood glue is the way to go.

@bwithrow011

Жыл бұрын

True. Tap water is the worst

@LeftFootMediaNZ

Жыл бұрын

It all depends on where you live. If your tap water is clean and impurity free it’s okay to use it.

@bwithrow011

Жыл бұрын

@@LeftFootMediaNZ Tap water is never as pure as distilled water which is why it is used in sonic cleaners. Distilled water is about $1/gallon in the US, a small price to pay. I used it in my Spin & Clean

For greater protection from dust etc you should have the open end of the inner sleeve uppermost so it’s at the top of the outer sleeve/album cover. This also helps prevent it accidentally slipping out.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Of course. Makes perfect sense. From memory the opening of the sleeve was always facing the opening of the cover, so have always done it that way. Will do from now on. Will give you a credit on my next video. Thanks.

@thegoose0m1

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's the way I was taught back in the day when I was but a tot. Always keep the inner sleeve facing up...!

@goodknight37

Жыл бұрын

That’s the way I store my records. It’s funny how none of the “ professionals” do that🤷🏻‍♂️ nice video though, and great tip on the baby hairbrush 👍

@Pacalo

Жыл бұрын

the only problem with that is that one of the not-rounded corners of the inner sleeve can get bended when putting the record inside the cover, as the two round corners are on the bottom...

@chrisguygeezer

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl no LP's were ever sold that way

Hi. This is such a great album. I’ve got the yellow cover and the laser etched record. Still shines when spinning to this day.

Forget all the fancy cleaning gadgets out there! I tried this and it’s by far the best cleaning approach for taking care of your vinyl! Thanks for the video!!

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I've changed from the babies hair brush. I found a safer and more effective brush. Check out the latest video. I also now use 1 part isopropyl alcohol to 5 parts water as a cleaning solution. Brilliant. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

Thanks bro, did this to my Jamaican reggae from the 70's and 80's and my experience was and continues to be a revelation.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I'm playing vinyl again and I'm being taken back 30 years. Reggae forever!!!

so glad I watched to the end!

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Face to camera. Stunning stuff.

Good to see someone else use soapy water to clean their records. I will have to look out for a label protector. Great idea. As for the covers I use lighter fluid to clean mine. It's great at removing sticky residue from price labels and evaporates without staining. Use carefully on non laminated covers though. Also on covers with dark or black edges I cover up any wear and tear with a Chartpak black or brown marker pen. The black pen is very black, as opposed to the dark purple ink of other pens, so gives great results

I've some records covered in hairlines yet play through and a number of records that have minimal hairlines but jump and skip. I used your method of cleaning on a seemingly clean ep and it played through without any issues! Many Thanks.

Great video. I wouldn't change a thing. Great cleaning tips. Until I saw your video I didn't realize there was a way to protect the label in the center.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Getting a lot of tips (some nice and some as insults) that I will use to improve the method. Appreciate the comments.

Never thought of checking out those kinds of brushes, but thats a good idea. Guess the hair dryer is a good idea. When i cleaned a massive stack of 45s i set up 2 fans to help keep things move along. I used something called a Fuzzy Wuzzy. Its meant for cleaning blinds, but it worked amazing for 45s. Also helped having a 12 pack of long neck beer bottles to place them on in front of the fans.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Great tip! You get extra points for your name.

Well I applaud you manually restoring a great album. I will say that one improvement would be to use Distilled water as tap will evaporate leaving trace elements like Sodium Bicarb, iron, manganese, etc in the grooves. I use a record cleaning machine and it works wonderfully. ALso I'm fairly certain I had that title and the vinyl was laser etched.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

I'm going with the distilled water next time. You're not the first to tell me about the laser etched copy. Hope you still have it.

That Nagaoka protector is indispensable. Yes, run the records under then sink. Get good and aggressive with them. These sorts of cleaning methods are at parity with ultrasonics. Save money and by more records. Thanks for doing this, and yes, I subscribed.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

Great video and I like it just the way you made it ! I’ve always given my 35yo vinyl collection a careful rinse under the faucet before playing it, but you have certainly taken it to a more meticulous level ! Definitely getting the baby brush and the label protector and I know I have a fine toothbrush around the house. I’ve been buying used vinyl lately and some records although in good shape, are totally filthy!!! Thank you so much for this very useful information! Subscribed and looking forward to more videos ! Greetings from Florida USA.

Great album. I was so lucky play with my band as the opening act in june1981 during their Waiata-tour in the Netherlands. We did four shows and both the band and the crew wanted us to join them for the rest of the tour in Europe, because we really matched, but due to our studies we unfortunately couldn't. Still, a wonderful experience and the band gave each of us signed albums that I really cherish until this day. 😍

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

One of the great albums. You guys Kiwi's? just checked out your channel. Ended up watching a few videos. Great version of Window of my eyes.

Looks like I am taking some boxes out of the garage!

@Its_just_me_again

Жыл бұрын

i know right! im motivated to see how my collection is doing.

First cassette I bought to play in my first car. Great memories.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@Rlotpir1972

Жыл бұрын

My friend had it on 8-track cartridge. Worn it out in less than three months.

I clean my albums on an old turntable using a goat hair brush. Distilled water and Kodak photo flo. I rinse the albums in the disco anti stat tank. The tank has two goat hair brushes in it. I've made improvments since my before and after video...mainly the little brush has been replaced with a wider brush. Thank you for sharing.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

What's the Kodak photo flo for? i'll look into goats hair brushes... give you a shout out if that's OK?

@shadowman6595

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl The photo flo allows the fluid to get into the grooves better. Check out Audiophile Man demenstration of the disco anti stat cleaning system.. Shout away.

Love the needle drop.....album sounds great...well done.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate.

I use a plastic paint edger refill instead of the baby's brush. It's almost the width of the radius of the groove tracks and is also exceptionally fine - gets right down inside the grooves. Interesting idea on the hair dryer. I might have to give that a try. Thanks!

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Just got some. Thanks for the recommendation.

@peDERETIĆ

Жыл бұрын

​@@2ndchancevinyl Pokušajte da bude zagrijana destilirana voda 50 Celzijevih stupnjeva jer topla voda otapa masnoću i prljavštinu.

Glad to see someone else doing this. I use a 1" natural hair paint brush.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Hear a goats hair brush works well. looking for one now.

@stevie.dx1710

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl I just searched and found the ones I use at Harbor Frieght. They just say natural bristle. 25 years doing that and never a problem. Happy goat hunting.

Brilliant. Great band. Dizrythmia is one of my all time favourite lp. All best with your channel.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening

@danteerskine7678

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl I'm afraid to do that with my Skull Snaps album. The Skull Snaps vinyl album is super hard to find

How so much love and care and here i was thinking a good blow would suffice :P Split Enz were a fantastic band! Love the vid 2CV - looking fwd to the next edition :)

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Next time I might try a good blow first.

@Its_just_me_again

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl haha

@Its_just_me_again

Жыл бұрын

has never failed me yet :P

@Its_just_me_again

Жыл бұрын

what's ur fav 3 record possessions?

@craigsandry6737

Жыл бұрын

Wow ! I’ll give this a try .Thanks 😎👍

The version I have was a special pressing for which they laser-etched the master before stamping the vinyl discs. The etched lines are too small to affect the phonograph needle, so they can't be heard, but hen light shines on the disc, it gives a "rainbow effect" on the image because of difraction.

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I few people here have said the same. I really want one.

Perfect

Very cool with the price of vinyl these days it pays to look after them great vid I'm on board peace and love lloydy

Thanks for the vid. The advantage of soap is that it does not degrade the vinyl like detergent does. A disadvantage of soap is that it may leave a deposit on the vinyl. Not recommended. I use a Spin Clean washer - you have to manually turn the record in it. The supplied liquid that you add to water is quick drying There are a set of special brushes that you slip the record into , manually turn about 6 times and you can mount the record on top of the Spin cleaners to drip off surplus water., Next you use the drying cloths supplied to remove the rest of the water. I then use a traditional drying rack to complete the drying. An advantage of the Spin Clean liquid is it reduces antistatic charge that attracts dust to the vinyl. Incidentally, the Spin Clean received thumbs up by Project, a major turntable manufacturer.

I had one SE record. A song on it was something about a leaky boat and I've been wanting to find it again after 30 years or so.. lol

Nice job. I tend to prefer dry cleaning. I have an RCA Discwasher set with a microfiber brush. What I tend to do is vacuum with a soft dusting brush. I save the D4+ solution for special records. I like to do it in 4 sections following grooves with an arc as well. Lastly, my friend told me about his laser etched copy of this . I legitly thought it was going to clean up and reveal lasers. Thank you for the tips. I might incorporate a cool blowing hairdryer into future cleanings.

For a first video, that was superb - Very well done Sir!! Best wishes from the UK!

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it.

I tried cleaning records in the kitchen sink, but no matter how careful you can be, the paper label always gets damaged. Instead, I recommend Groovewasher. They give you a plastic foam shield for the label, and you spray on their patented G2 cleaning fluid. With lots of passes with the pad on the turntable, the dust is 100% gone.

I use exactly the same technique....except: I use a makeup powder brush for the washing. I couldn't find a soft baby hair brush at the time. I leave the label protector on when drying. I don't lay it down on another cloth. I use microfibre cloth to dry and I have noticed that water is held under the edge of the label protector so just hold record on edge/upright and put cloth to the edge of the label protector and you will see the water get sucked up by the cloth. I also use a hair dryer on high but keep it a couple of feet away at all times. If you do it with the sun's reflection on the record you can actually see the water disappearing. I then remove the label protector and dry whatever water is still held around protector.

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I use a different brush now and the cleaning solution is 1 part isopropyl alcohol and 5 parts water. Final rinse with distilled water. It seems to do a great job. Check the latest video kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

I use a Vevor ultrasonic cleaner. Extremely efficient. Use water with dishwasher detergent first clean. Just water second clean. The units are extremely cheap compared to other types but the results are excellent.

@petikan

Жыл бұрын

I am thinking about getting a US cleaner as well. Can you say after cleaning the pops and statics are gone?

@davidsolomon1085

Жыл бұрын

@petikan Depends on the condition of the record. Probably need an anti static mat for static issues. If the record doesn't have too many deep scratches, I found the ultrasonic cleaner the best cleaning method to remove surface noise.There is no need to use brushes to clean that may cause further damage. Set the timer and head off for a cuppa or whatever the let the ultrasonic do all the hard work. I certainly noticed the difference. The model I have can fit 3 LPs at once and also came with adapters for 45s and a drying rack. I originally thought it was all hype, but now I absolutely recommend one.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

All signs are pointing to ultrasonic. I think one of those are in my future. Thanks mate.

NZ also had purple and red variants of the cover.

Great vid, the only thing I recommend is a before cleaning sound test. Gives the after cleaning more context for how better it sounds.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

I love the idea and thought about it, but these are so grimed up I'm concerned for the needle. I'm looking at upgrading the turntable. I could use this one as the before sample. Thanks for the comments.

I live in the US and there were 4 cover colors to choose from - red, blue, yellow, purple, I got red and also order the red reissue a few years ago.

@johnnykairouz7023

Жыл бұрын

Is that now or was it always the case?

@apollozero

Жыл бұрын

@@johnnykairouz7023 see Discogs for the US releases, it shows the four colors under the US titles back in the beginning.

@johnnykairouz7023

Жыл бұрын

​@@apollozero Thanks. I think i'll get a fresh one too.

Hi there, ever thought of using the PVA (glue) cleaning method? There's a few demos on YT. A lot less mucking around although you do need patience to wait for it to air dry, one side at a time. Advantage of this method, is not only does it give your vinyl an as new finish, it also extracts the microscopic crud caked in the depths of the groove. Done hundreds 50s, 60s 70s LPs and 45s of my collection and a couple of hundred to go. Even works on shellac, 78s, which isn't supposed to, but it does! Never had a problem with the PVA method and the results are superb, especially recovering the ones I once, and regretfully cleaned with detergent.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

I'm keen to try. The idea freaks me out, but have seen a few videos on it. Thanks.

Where do you get the seal for the record when you’re washing it thx JeffG

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

amzn.to/3INBQWp

I have the thingamagigger as well. The grooves are generally smaller than the stylus tip which is the smallest around 0.3mm. So a brush with bristles around that size would be needed to clean it properly. I still have not got a one yet and have been using a sponge which isn't doing a good job other than cleaning the big dusts. Also probably a good idea to do a test play before cleaning and then after cleaning. And the part that will produce alot of pops is the start. I will certainly try the brush to clean the record later today. Thanks.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

The thingamagigger is a revelation. I haven't added a before sound yet as these records are so grimed up I'm concerned for the needle. I'm getting a new record player soon and will use this one for the before sound check soon. Thanks for the comments.

@danpetitpas

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl Don't do it. You'll grind the grit into the grooves.

US pressings have the same cover art, but came in three different colors. Had standard A&M labels and laser etching on both sides.

Thanks bud that was the plums…I’ve just ordered a label protector on the strength of it 👍

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I use a different brush now and the cleaning solution is 1 part isopropyl alcohol and 5 parts water. Final rinse with distilled water. It seems to do a great job. Check the latest video kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

Thanks for this very detailed way to clean. I’m in Sydney as well and have been reluctant to do anything about cleaning my 50 year old collection but feel this might be my option. I was always worried I might do more damage than good. 👍

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I do a testing video on which brushes are safe. Check it out. In my latest videos I have links to where you can get a safe and effective cleaning brush. I have also changed my cleaning solution to 1 part isopropyl alcohol and 5 parts water. Came as a tip and works really well and safe. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

I find microfiber towels for drying leave a lot of lint statically stuck to the record. Maybe I’m just using cheap towels

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

I wondered about that. Good tip. Thanks

Yes...I have used the same method with a label protector but with the palm of my hand and Dawn dishwashing soap. I will use the brushes next time. It's a good method for flea market records you want to pick up.

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

My method has evolved and so have my brushes. Check out the latest video. I have a link to the new brushes. Really safe and effective. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

I was really scared watching this video. Turned out to be brilliant in the end.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

The technique has evolved based on some of the comments. Check out the latest video.

There's actually many colour variations of the sleeve released in each country not just the ones you mention. Then there's the lazer etched version and coloured vinyl re-issues.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

What I love about this process. Learn way more than the internet told me. Thanks.

The voice over sounds great, loved the video!

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comments and appreciate the vote of approval. Cheers.

I have the same clamp. Best way to clean records. Using Dawn and soft paint brush

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I use a new brush. Tested for safety on vinyl. It's brilliant. Also changed cleaning solution. Best results: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html

My version of this album (purchased in the US) is red and the disk itself is laser-etched.

Loved hearing that great album again and watching your cleaning process. Like the others, I'd strongly suggest that your last liquid should be distilled water. Here in Florida, our water is very hard (calcium carbonate, iirc) and I never use it for cleaning purposes. Finally, I'm amazed that the YT police didn't slap you with a penalty for copyright infringement. Well done!!

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

I'm using distilled water now after a lot of people suggesting the same. This was my 1st video and it was only with the next few videos I realised how hard it is to get the copyright clearance. keep reducing the sample sizes. Thanks for watching.

I'm gonna try a few in the dishwasher

3:31 first scratch after 40 years. I prefer the Pro-ject VC-E Compact Record Cleaning Machine. That's where the mess falls away.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Yeah. My heart broke a little when that happened, but t's a warts and all video. Happy to say the method has improved since this video.

Follow-up on the brush... so I can't find anything here that isn't bundled with a $35 'baby kit' so wondering what brush you got maybe from amazon or something similar? I tried a goat hair brush but I think it's *too* soft... the one you are using looks better... I am going to try the toothbrush!!! Thanks!!

My ocd enjoyed watching this,,at first i thought about the label getting wet,,then he busted out that thing a ma bob,,,so now I'm in ahhhh,,,😅

Good Video. You should buy plastic covers for your record, to protect them ? And change them once in every 10 years to bring the outlook looking new again.

Hi. Interesting method. However I use the Knosti Disco Antistat spin cleaner. Your pressing of the album is interesting as that label is scarce. I have a Paul Kelly 45 with that design. Not seen any others. Your record is an 80's pressing however the label design is an earlier version until they switched it with the more familiar Mushroom wording at bottom and track details at top. My copy has a red cover with the earlier tan labels. Cheers.

Now that’s a vinyl solution

I Just brought a copy of this album - And when I say just, Less than an hour ago (Family Jewels, Nelson) The Blue and Orange cover, They had The Red and the Purple ones as well - Which I may Go Back for - Split Enz were a New Zealand Band, the Singers/Songwriters were New Zealanders the rest of the band don't matter.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

To clarify. yes Split Enz are NZ all the way. I was referring to Crowded House.

There was a laser etched version in America with several different jackets.

I have this L.p. the lazer etched version.

In the UK True Colours was released on a number of colour sleeves, and in various formats of vinyl. The one i bought at Pandemonium Records here in Manchester at the time (1980) was the red sleeved limited edition lazer etched disc, on the A&M Label. Just in case anyone comes across the same but is doubtful about sound quality? It's a great looking thing and loses nothing sonically at all, unlike most picture discs from the time which very often sounded quite dull or muffled in comparison with the normal vinyl releases. The etching loosely copies the sleeve design, with geometric shapes across the vinyl and Split Colours and True Enz etched onto both sides...Not sure that cleaning method would work so well on my copy, given what it is?

@morrisonAV

Жыл бұрын

I owned several copies of True Colors (US) and found that the laser etched versions were slightly noisier. Not by much, but I could detect it. I finally found a non-etched version. LOVE this album and all the memories it brings back to this old guy!

@thomasneary7502

Жыл бұрын

@@morrisonAV perhaps that was due to the vinyl quality used when processing, or maybe the masters that were used at the production plants over in the States were different to those here in the UK? But it does occur that the lazer etching process would've been done on normal vinyl, but at the very end of the process, but as I said previously, to my ears there was no markedly different quality in the sound output to the normal vinyl, and perhaps it's simply that everyone hears things slightly differently? Anyway, as you rightly say, great album and full of memories of a bygone age...If you get the chance, give their 76 Chrysalis release, "Mental Notes" a listen, nowhere near as polished as True Colours, but a good album non the less.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Would still be awesome to have though. Are you English? Were Split Enz big in the UK?

@thomasneary7502

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl Yes, from Manchester...To answer your question, they weren't huge, but during the early 80s had some good chart success over here which got them noticed. "I Got You" was their big break obviously and charted pretty well and broke the top twenty, but they followed that up with "I Hope I Never" and "Nobody Takes Me Seriously" which i thought were both equally as good, but didn't chart so well. Their B sides were superb tunes too, particularly the instrumental track "Choral Sea", which stands out for me. However, they built up a good solid fanbase here I think. It's also fair to say that they kind of led the way for other, lesser known Antipodean groups over here, as apart from the epically awsome AC/DC, not many from that part of the world were that well known and didn't venture here very often. However, after Split Enz had led the way, other bands like Icehouse, and most notably Men At Work were really well received. Whisper it quietly, but unlike the rest of the planet, i wasn't very keen on the latter, but Icehouse's debut single "Hey Little Girl" was a cracking tune, which i immediately bought on clear vinyl, but sadly they didn't do much afterwards and seemed to disappear? True Colours was the standout release by Split Enz, which obviously led to the Finn brothers later successes globally, just a shame they couldn't keep it together as Split Enz. incidentally, the lazer etching of vinyl thing, was something I first came across on a Styx single before i bought my copy of True Colours, but I'm not sure who did it first, but was told it may have had something to do with counterfitting, which doesn't make a lot of sense as most people bought the normal vinyl anyway...Be well and keep up the good work.

@apollomemories7399

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl Not at all big by much actually. They had just one top-twent single, I Got You got to #12, nothing else broke the top fifty. True Colours got to #38 on the album chart. Time and Tide bombed at #71. And that was it and a minor footnote for a very brief period over here.

Life is too short brother! I guess this illustrates why record cleaning machines cost a fair bit. Can’t even imagine how long it would take to clean my modest 700 album collection!

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I've done 5 at a time and if I'm not videoing the process it takes 20 minutes. Labour of love.

Got the red covered varient spit enz were kiwis with Aussie bit players

In the Netherlands it was released in a blue cover.

Doing 2000 repetitions of that would take me years 😊

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

Years of love

We're do you get the protector you screwed over the label

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

amzn.to/3INBQWp , but I've got another one coming next week that I want to trial. easier to grip handles/screws. Check out the next video to see what it's like. About a week away. Cheers

Great record. I'm in Canada and the Canadian vinyl releases had Holographic etched vinyl and yellow, red, purple and blue covers. I have no idea why Canada got the special treatment for that.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

You guys are special. You have Whistler after all.

I have the laser etched version . Still one of my all time favorite bands and I am 64.

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

Would love that. The split enz story is so good. Apparently it wasn't until Neil was asked to join that they really started to get noticed.

I would use distilled water for the final rinse. Also, that brush makes me nervous! I would use a microfiber cloth or cotton cloth instead. But soap and water is all you need . No need for alcohol, windex , jet dry, or any of the other concoctions people come up with. Works great, cheap, and will never harm the record.

@apollomemories7399

Жыл бұрын

Actually, some chemicals are needed to remove some types of sticky material that's got stuck in the record groove, as they breakdown the composition of that extraneous matter far quicker and easily than just soap. Getting the sticky sugar content out of a record that had Coca-Cola splashed over it and it was left to dry, for example. Or a record that somehow came into contact with the sticky strip used as the seal for album sleeve protectors - I've seen that make a real mess on a record, etc. Soap itself is often not sufficient enough to remove glue-based particles, hence, why industrial alcohol is used for this. It's when buying in second-hand records that one finds all kinds of weird and wonderful gunk stick onto records and very probably not in terms of your (or my) personal collections. Having run a record shop dealing mostly with second-hand albums, I've seen it all and cleaned them all. Also, some chemicals are necessary to resolve "misting" problems where records have been affected by long-term storage in PVC record sleeves (that nobody should ever use) where the PVC gas molecules permeate from the PVC through the cardboard sleeve and onto the vinyl - that's what "misting" is, and causes playback problems. Relax! That brush is doing a great job and absolutely no damage at all, as it's vital to get into the groove to clean properly.

@PeterShaw-lb9lt

Жыл бұрын

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@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I now use a mix of 1 part isopropyl alcohol and 5 parts water. Final rinse with distilled water. It seems to do a great job.

Tap water has additives that will harm records. Well water is bad too. Distilled water only.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I've used distilled water in my latest video.

Have you ever tried using Mr. Sheen to clean records? I find it does a fantastic job of removing dust from the grooves. First, I wipe the record with a microfibre cloth, then rinse it under running luke warm water. Then I dry the record with a cloth before spraying both sides with Mr. Sheen. I then remove most of the Mr. Sheen with a cloth before rinsing the record under running cool water. Then I wipe the record dry.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

WOW. Sounds great. Does the water wash off the Mr Sheen thoroughly enough?

@colinduff2922

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl You need to thoroughly wash the Mr. Sheen off the record under running water. You may have to play the record a couple of times to remove any residue in the grooves. But I absolutely swear by this method. It's very cost effective and definitely works.

@apollomemories7399

Жыл бұрын

@@colinduff2922 Nups. Mr. Sheen contains a greasy residue and entirely unsuitable for records. Good for mirrors and furniture, no records.

It's interesting that you state the cover art colours changed depending on the country of release. What's MORE interesting is that the copy I have has a Silver and Black colour scheme........

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

Wow. Just looked it up. That is super cool.

Bluffant 😮

My copy was Lazer etched with geometric patterns.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Seen them. Want one.

You needn't worry about protecting the label of a 1980s or later record because they're vinalised and waterproof. I always wash them with a soft cloth to remove greasy finger marks on the occasion I've bought a second-hand album.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thanks

@apollomemories7399

Жыл бұрын

@@2ndchancevinyl I should have said "In 98-99% of cases". Some small Indie record companies still used paper-only labels, but easy to determine since they're exactly that of a 1960's label. I don't rub these but do rinse them off under the tap just to lift any surface dirt and dap gently with a soft towell to pick up any excess water and leave to air dry. You'll see the brightness of colour return. Occasionally, you might see some colour dye coming off, but will make no difference to the label and it's only vegetable dye which washes out - that's if your using the wife's best towels like I do!

Interesting video, well done. The comments at the beginning about Crowded House were a little weird though. I'm not sure how the All Blacks got in there but its something you clearly feel strongly about so the band can be from where ever makes you happy. For sure they had an amazing Aussie rhythm section, also amazing people like Eddie Raynor and Tim Finn (both ex split enz) joining for various albums. In truth the band members came from both countries. Pretty much an ANZAC collaboration according to the band themselves.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

It was meant to be tongue in cheek and a compliment to the NZ'ers. Nothing more.

I wouldn't have thrown out that inner sleeve. I would have kept it inside the jacket as it was the original inner sleeve that came with the lp.

Отличное видео! Пластинка звучит идеально! Если результат достигнут, значит способ не так уж и плох. Сам всегда мыл и мою пластинки под водопроводной водой, сейчас ещё стал протирать микрофиброй с нанесённым специальным антистатическим средством потуходу за пластинками. Конечно в идеале вода должна быть дистиллированой, но можно просто поставить систему фильтрации водопроводной воды. Картонный конверт, после протирания внутри, всегда дополнительно продуваю его, как раз фен тут будет кстати! ;)

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Спасибо за приятные слова. Рад, что вам понравилось

At least rinse it finally in distilled water. Tap water leaves residue..but good effort all the same. I bought Pro ject vcs 2 machine..but it was a drastically reduced price..blink and its gone thing...but by crikey it works well.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Just bought distilled water. Thanks.

❤1980, the year I was born.

It’s sad to think that people will not know the joy of physical media, and the that the tactile aspect can add so much to the enjoyment and engagement.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Social aspect too

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I have this album Lazer etched

"Dust has the potential to damage your record." I guess the soap and aggressive plastic brushing are just fine.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

This was my first video and have learned though suggestions etc. My technique has evolved and will continue to. Check out the last video.

All that scrubbing I was waiting for the wire Wool , or a scrubbing Brush.... Blow dry , the dust from the air straight back on

@danpetitpas

Жыл бұрын

I agree. I'd like to see a microscopic view of the record after all that scrubbing.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

I've got one. Check out the latest video.

I have 3 different US pressings of this title, all different colored covers (yellow, blue, red). All are laser-etched.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

When you love something...

Thx! So easy, even this American can do it...

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

LOL

Soaked dirt (dust rammed down over the years) from sound tracks you will not get with a brush and a towel ! It is better to dry the vinyl record after washing (and suck out all the compacted dirt) with a vacuum cleaner by wrapping the nozzle with microfiber .

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. Thanks to this channel m technique is improving.

You should get yourself a disco antistat, it is cheap but very effective.

@2ndchancevinyl

Жыл бұрын

Great. Anything that has a recommendation I'm prepared to try. Thanks.

Muy bueno yo los lavo con agua y detergente y no precisó tapar el label del medio no le hace nada el agua y uso guantes y una esponja de cocina sin usar la parte dura

Tap water?

I finally bought a "baby brush" yesterday, because of this video. Hey- anybody reading this! Let me tell you- the second I touched the baby brush to the record, I knew it was perfect. I am 57 years old, and starting collecting records in 1970. This is the best record washing tip, of all time. I tested it. I used Dawn, soaked up a 12" single with a lot of smooth surface on it, and used the baby brush moving in every direction, for several minutes. I wanted to see if it could cause a scratch. Amazingly, it leaves no mark. I also used it, as I rinsed. Scrub scrub scrub. The result was a record so perfectly clean, it left no trace of anything on the stylus after playing. No residue. No gunk. The simple baby brush with Dawn detergent is a valuable tip. I know I will be doing it this way for the rest of my life. I used a Walmart baby brush, it cost $4. Warm tap water. Dawn dish soap. Clean towel. I did use a record vacuum, after the towel, to make sure the record was dry enough to play. In the past, I thought maybe my trouble was using tap water, and for a while I was filtering water, and using distilled water. No more. Tap water is fine. The baby brush while rinsing will remove everything. The record surface was quiet. I knew,when I heard it,that this method was perfect. I cleaned 5 albums. One was a $1 beater. Quite worn, sounded like frying chicken. After cleaning with the baby brush, that old record sounded like a $100 pristine pressing. I don't mean to be overly dramatic, but I've been at this a long time, and somewhat obsessed with wanting to find the ideal cleaning method. I have tried every tip I ever heard. The worst tip, of all time, was using WD40. ( Don't every try this,even for fun. It's not a fun experiment. You will ruin your record, and perhaps your stylus). I do like having a record vacuum, but honestly it's just not the answer for cleaning. It's nice to maintain a clean record, though. I've tried every chemical. I wish I'd have known about the baby brush method, fifty years ago. Once you try this, you will feel joyous and powerful. I don't have a baby. I had trouble finding a baby brush. You have to look in the "baby department " at Walmart, they cannot be found in the beauty section with regular hairbrushes. My thanks to the poster of this video. You have changed my life, as an old guy who washes his records in the kitchen sink and expects a transformation. I finally got the result I want. One bad thing: My house is full of records. Now, I know every one of them could be cleaner. That is a haunting thought.

@2ndchancevinyl

Ай бұрын

I've changed from the babies hair brush. I found a safer and more effective brush. Check out the latest video. I also now use 1 part isopropyl alcohol to 5 parts water as a cleaning solution. Brilliant. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGGfw6-DqJW0mbg.html