I'm not a VPI owner, but I can recommend purchasing a record cleaning machine. The rcm will clean your records better than hand cleaning. You should clean them prior to playing them, at least the first time you play them, and yes, including the new ones.
(I have a Nitty Gritty 1.0, which works acceptably. If you can afford a better VPI one, go for it. However, the NG will work, albeit with more effort on your part, as it is only a vacuum device).
My two cents worth. Welcome to the club!
(I have a Nitty Gritty 1.0, which works acceptably. If you can afford a better VPI one, go for it. However, the NG will work, albeit with more effort on your part, as it is only a vacuum device).
My two cents worth. Welcome to the club!