After I wash the album using an ultrasonic cleaner, and placing in a clean plastic anti-static sleeve, I just use an electrostatic brush to wipe while record is spinning prior to playback. Have not ever wetted the brush with anything nor do I see the need to. I only play dry records.
Pre Playback Wipedown
Just before I play a record, I use an AT brush to wipe off dust, if any. I also wet the brush with the AT634 fluid.
This preplay wipe down fluid is costly. I know it has a surfactant, alcohol water and some scent
Please advise on a simple and records safe pre-playback wipedown fluid I could make, preferably without the surfactant. Eg, X Parts alcohol (IPA?) to Y parts distilled water
My records have been ultrasonically cleaned and stored in good sleeves but I find that a moist preplayback wipedown is beneficial.
Thank you
Jag