Zerostat


I do not own a record cleaning machine yet. But i do plan to get one. I dry brush them with a carbon fibre brush for the moment before a playing. I do notice when lifting a record I have played off the turntable platter I get static electricity. Does anyone have experience with a Zerostat and does it work?
arnold_layne
The Zerostats, but here's a tip for using your carbon brush so it's even more effective than a Zerostat:

Make sure your hands are dry, and (sorry) lick your fingertips before gripping the aluminum part of the brush (that holds the bristles.) while brushing the record, touch the other hand (or finger thereof) to a good ground (back panel of a component or a chassis screw, you get it I'm sure) That will drain off all the static from the vinyl. I've been doing it for years, and it really works!
Great advice Nsgarch I have been fighting that for years. I never can get that last little amount of dust to come off the vinyl surface. You would think that the maker of the brush would indicate some clues.
One such brush actually has a place for a ground screw. You can attach a very fine copper wire from it to a ground plane. I seldom have the problem but would guess the wire would be more effective than conducting though your body.
I've used a Zerostat for the last 30 years or so. They are easy to use and very effective. If you are thinking of buying a used one, be aware that they do wear out. If there's no "snap, crackle, pop" when you quickly pull the trigger and release it, then the Zerostat is worn out. I've worn out three, and my fourth is getting there.