RCM thoughts

[miner]

Thank you Cleeds. So something as simple as a bad rocker switch on the RCM could cause this? Obviously the problem resides within the RCM and it is really not that complicated of a piece of machinery - I am just not sure where to start nor how to diagnose.

[Weirdcuba]

For my particularly dirty collection, cleaning with a good rcm resulted in at least a component level upgrade, for way less than the cost of a fancy new component (generally speaking). When you combine that with the lowered risk to/longer life of the cartridge, it's an easy decision for me. Of course, I may be deep into rationalization land here.

[cleeds]

Originally Posted by miner

... So something as simple as a bad rocker switch on the RCM could cause this? Obviously the problem resides within the RCM and it is really not that complicated of a piece of machinery - I am just not sure where to start nor how to diagnose.

Yes, it could be the switch, or bad insulation on the wiring somewhere. If you have a multimeter, one thing you can check for is to see if you can locate continuity between hot and ground. You can check that with the unit unplugged by measuring resistance.

[miner]

Well, I could not find any faults. I then I used a cheater plug to lift the ground on the RCM and plugged unit into GFI circuit. Turned on the vacuum switch and nothing tripped - WooHoo! I took off the cheater plug, plugged back into the circuit, turned on the vacuum and worked without any issue, no GFI trip. So, why did it trip originally? Vacuum motor overheated - Nitty Gritty did not think so. Anyway, back to cleaning but I am intrigued with the ADS and KL, or possibly a Loricraft PRC4

[miner]

Thanks to all for their inputs and suggestions

[miner]

After much thought, research, contemplation and a good trade-in offer for my MniPro2 I am moving on to the Audio Desk Syteme Pro. Even though I do not buy LPs like I did in the early stages, I will reclean my current collection plus when I take into account my somewhat expensive cartridge I feel I will get more life out of it with the new RCM. I may even go outside my comfort zone and begin to look ay used LPs.

[miner]

Those who own an ADS please please share your cleaning regime or hints if you have found a system that works well for you. i.e. Pre-treating new LPs for mold release. I do have the AVIS 3 step fluids and brushes.

[Weirdcuba]

No great insight here - I've cleaned about 30 lps thus far. Be sure you watch it start turning - most of mine need a nudge. Keep some spare distilled H2o with the cleaning mixture as the water level will go down. Of the thirty or so I've cleaned, only one wasn't completely dry at end of the cycle. I use six "beeps" on my high school/college era stuff and 2 or 3 on others. I haven't tried the pre cleaner, but that's next.

Enjoy. Give us a report. Your cartridge and ears will thank you for it.

[miner]

Enjoying the simplicity of this RCM - a true 'Ron Popeil' design; set it and forget it. Have cleaned a Django Reinhardt 'Djangologie' - 20 LPs and not one came out damp. So far about 40 LPs in (working through the 'A's now) and am pleased with results. First test was a Supertramp BIA that was full of noise - it is very playable now after a standard clean session. Never imagined I would spend this much on a RCM but cost was equivalent my cartridge cost so I know I am at least helping to extend the life of it. Now, on to more cleaning.

[Formerly YB-2]

How loud is the ADS? I would like to be able to listen while I clean and my Clearaudio, while much better than the 16.5 it replaced, is still too loud.