I've tried cleaning these with TERGIKLEEN. It doesn't work. I use LAST with some used records. It's not that either. With LAST, it's best to wait a few weeks to play until the sound stabilizes. I suspect it's either lighter fluid or some kind of varnish. I doubt very much that Dawn will work on it. Probably only turpentine, but that would likely take off more than just the varnish.
Audible Shiny Gloss on Used Records--How to Remove?
Dear Colleagues,
I have a couple of vinyl records that I bought used, but when I play them, they have an unpleasant audible haze. When I look at the records, they have some kind of glossy sheen. It doesn't come off with ultrasonic cleaning and the like. I'm wondering what this gloss might be and how I might remove it. Does anybody have any knowledge about such a thing? Thanks.
Best regards,
Bill
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