VPI v Kirmuss: Which Will Emerge Victorious?!

00:00 - Introduction 02:48 - Vinyl Inspection 03:22 - Cleaning Explained 04:48 - VPI Vinyl Record Cleaning 13:48 - Kirmuss Vinyl Record Cleaning 26:59 - Final Thoughts & For the Record EQUIPMENT REVIEWED: VPI MW1 Cyclone - https://elusivedisc.com/vpi-mw-1-cyclone-record-cleaner-120v/ FEATURED ARTIST / ALBUM: Hector Belioz / Symphonie Fantastique Kirmuss Ultrasonic - https://upscaleaudio.com/products/kirmuss-audio-in-the-groove-ultrasonic-record-cleaner-upscale-audio-edition EARLIER EPISODE REFERENCED: Delrin Tube - https://youtu.be/zl0eL4cKsh0 RETAIL SOURCES FOR RCF & BRUSHES: Acoustic Sounds: https://store.acousticsounds.com/ Elusive Disc: https://elusivedisc.com/ CLEANING EQUIPMENT: Kirmuss Ultrasonic - https://upscaleaudio.com/products/kirmuss-audio-in-the-groove-ultrasonic-record-cleaner-upscale-audio-edition Loricraft PRC6i - https://www.loricraftwatermusicusa.com/ VPI MW1 Cyclone - https://elusivedisc.com/vpi-mw-1-cyclone-record-cleaner-120v/ KLAudio Ultrasonic Machine - https://klaudio.com/kd-cln-lp200-lp-vinyl-record-ultrasonic-cleaner-dryer SpinClean - https://thevinylrevivers.com/product/spin-clean-record-washer-mkii-package/ Studebaker - https://studebakerhifi.com/products/vinyl-record-cleaner?srsltid=AfmBOorLYJ06Tl3jZGjU-jxAYK4SiFy9bJLY1XDsC5uf43T3HSEP_wQu RETAIL SOURCES FOR RCF & BRUSHES: Acoustic Sounds: https://store.acousticsounds.com/ Elusive Disc: https://elusivedisc.com/ OTHER SUPPLIES: UV-Resistant Spray Bottles https://www.walmart.com/ip/6-Amber-4oz-Boston-Round-Glass-Bottle-Black-Spray-Fine-Ribbed-Mist-Sprayer/986353893 RECORDING EQUIPMENT: AT4050/CM5 Condenser Microphone - https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/at4050-cm5 Universal Audio Volt 176 USB-C Audio Interface - https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Volt176--universal-audio-volt-176-usb-c-audio-interface Mission 40 to 1000x Magnification Endoscope, 8 LED USB 2.0 Digital Microscope - https://www.amazon.com/Jiusion-Magnification-Endoscope-Microscope-Compatible/dp/B06WD843ZM/ref=sr_1_2? crid=184CFURE544SB&keywords=Juision+40+to+1000x+Magnification+Endoscope&qid=1699575575&sprefix=jiusion+40+to+1000x+magnification+endoscope,aps,152&sr=8-2 Dino-Lite Digital Microscope Stand - https://www.dinolite.us/products/accessories/stands/rk-06a/ GoPro Hero11 Action Camera - https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/cameras/hero11-black/CHDHX-111-master.html iPhone 14 Pro Max - https://www.verizon.com/onesearch/search?q=iPhone Pro Max&ES=shop&src=wireless DJI Oslo Mobile 6 - https://store.dji.com/product/osmo-mobile-6?set_region=US&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAo7KqBhDhARIsAKhZ4uhxnrwEBmxuRb3h9m3LqmYZzBoat6Mn7An8Aybp2XxIaekzmxDtLGgaAkdeEALw_wcB&vid=142711 Joby GorillaPod Tripod - https://joby.com/us-en/gorillapod-3k-kit-jb01507-bww/ ProMaster Scout Series SC423K Tripod - https://www.actioncamera.com/shop/promaster-scout-series-sc423k-tripod-kit-with-head-5165/fda8a270-9fa9-0135-d19e-00163e90e196?variation=1689618 Photoflex StarLite QL Tungsten - https://www.actioncamera.com/shop/promaster-scout-series-sc423k-tripod-kit-with-head-5165/fda8a270-9fa9-0135-d19e-00163e90e196?variation=1689618 Photoflex Lamp - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/119466-REG/Photoflex_FV_SL1000_Lamp_1000W_120V_for.html Impact Luxbanx Duo Medium Rectangular Softbox - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/138127-REG/Photoflex_FV_BSL3200_Starlite_QL_Tungsten_Light.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&smpm=ba_f2_lar&lsft=BI:6879&gclid=Cj0KCQiAo7KqBhDhARIsAKhZ4ui4gDgaoDgHbkDTfv0oEuRVgVPKIjosgFddItE59b7nAkwDGgJyHmsaAtztEALw_wcB HIFI EQUIPMENT: Quadraspire Equipment Stands - https://quadraspire.com Cardas Power Cables & Outlet - https://www.cardas.com Puritan Audio Power Cables & Mains Purifier - http://www.puritanaudiolabs.com Nordost Cables & Outlet Strip - https://www.nordost.com Linn Turntable - https://www.linn.co.uk/us/ Dr Feickert Turntable - http://www.feickert.org Hana Cartridge - https://www.hanacartridges.com Koetsu Cartridge - http://www.koetsuaudio.com Pure Audio Project Loud Speakers - https://pureaudioproject.com Silversmith Audio Loud Speaker Cables - https://silversmithaudio.com Michael Green Design Acoustic Treatment - https://www.michaelgreenaudio.net Luxman Phono Stage - https://www.luxman.com Shindo Labs Pre-Amp & InterConnect Cables - http://www.shindo-laboratory.co.jp Auditorium 23 InterConnect Cables — http://www.auditorium23.de Musical Fidelity CD Player - http://www.musicalfidelity.com Triode Lab Amplifiers - http://www.triodelab.com AirTight Amplifier - http://www.airtight-anm.com IsoAcoustics Isolation Platform - https://isoacoustics.com HRS (Harmonic Resolution Systems) Isolation Platform - https://avisolation.com Tone Arm - https://www.originlive.com/hi-fi/tonearm/