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Re: Loricraft Cleaners

The other day my Loricraft cleaned 31 LPs in a single (long!) session, with LPs playing in the background the whole time. I believe that would be impossible with a VPI. A 16.5 might not handle it from what I've read about its tendency to overheat. The Loricraft had no problems at all.

Listening to any music while running a VPI is out of the question of course, except through headphones. In fact, ear protection is advisable. One VPI owner measured its noise level at 89db! The Loricraft is not silent, but it's no louder than a microwave oven.

tao's concern about the availability of spare parts seems out of proportion in this context:

1) the Loricraft has a reputation for reliable, trouble-free operation. The need for spares is a low probability concern.

2) cleaning records is rarely a life and death emergency. We're not buying an aircraft engine or a pacemaker here. In the unlikely event it goes down, will a few extra days really matter?

3) far more probable and significant IMO are ease of daily use (which encourages you to keep cleaning) and effectiveness. In both respects the Loricraft seemed like a clear winner to me.




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