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Pristine Vinyl’s ViVac record cleaning machine has been reviewed by the highly respected audio journalist Jason Kennedy in The Ear, and we’re delighted to share some of his thoughts and findings.
Designed for real-world listening environments.
Jason’s excellent review opens with a general observation on record cleaning machines and his experience of most of them being noisy substantial lumps that can require ear defenders when being used. Not so, the ViVac machine from Pristine Vinyl. As Jason notes, it is small and attractive enough to sit alongside a HiFi system and is quiet enough to use whilst enjoying your favourite music. One of the key takeaways is that if your cleaning machine doesn’t have to live in a cupboard or be relegated to the garage, it’s much more likely to be used.
Effective Design.
The review details the ViVac’s ability to deliver strong cleaning performance whilst keeping the process straightforward and user-friendly.
- Simple hands-on operation
- Consistent fluid application using the ViVac’s unique automatic clean fluid system.
- Efficient vacuum-cleaning system using a precision nozzle and thread which targets the dirt and contaminants.
- Designed to encourage frequent use. If it’s alongside your system, you’ll use it.
Cleaner Records, Better Listening Experience.
As any vinyl user will attest, the condition of your records directly impacts on your listening experience. Removing dirt and contaminants from the grooves significantly helps reduce unwanted noise and brings greater clarity to the music.
During the review, Jason noted:
“The sound becomes calmer and quieter and it’s possible to hear more of the music; it opens up the soundstage and delivers what is essentially a cleaner sound.”
Build and Design
The review finds that the ViVac machine contains a solid real wood plinth and the design is well thought out and executed. Jason adds, “Overall, it’s about the best-looking cleaner on the market and also takes up the least amount of space.”
And The Conclusion.
“The Pristine RCS achieves what its makers and many vinyl lovers desire, a cleaner that can be left out and used without waking the neighbours. Combine this with straightforward operation and a sensible price for the build and finish quality and you have a machine that seems like excellent value.”
Read the full review here
