Yes I use LP#9 as well. But I heard more clarity and lower noise after I used Last. Concern with LP#9 is the alcohol content. May not be safe for all cartridges. I have a Hana cartridge and according to Hana US distributor Musical Surroundings LP#9 is safe to use. But like I said I prefer the results with LAST.
Stylus cleaners
I used to use Onzo ZeroDust with my first few cartridges years ago. With the last two cartridges, Hana ML, I have only been using the included Hana brush for every side of LP and the MoFi LP-9 liquid stylus cleaner (I get as much fluid out of the brush by pressing it against the neck of the bottle before I clean stylus) every 3-4 records.
Onzo is collecting dust especially since the Fremer’s The Tracking Angle article.
I’ve been looking at DS Audio ST-50 but at $80 I’m not sure it will do anything better than my current cleaning methods.
What’s your stylus cleaning routine?
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In my observations, the LAST cleaner is a very powerful & effective solvent that won’t hurt stylus glue bonds, and evaporates very quickly (no goop). I’ve never had any reservations over the years of applying it to my most expensive cartridges - including Koetsu Blue Lace Diamond and Coralstone. I also have Stylast, but never really bother using it. But if you’re skittish or don’t have a steady hand (always use your free hand to steady/brace the working one), then absolutely choose an easier method with more margin for error. |
Someone needs to clean you mouth out with soap. @audphile1 |
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