Machine à laver les disques vinyles Degritter RCM

The Degritter RCM MKII vinyl record cleaning machine features advanced technology while offering simple and efficient operation.

Degritter RCM MKII: Housing

This vinyl record cleaning machine resembles a large, stylish “toaster.” Its aluminum housing is available in two finishes: natural aluminum and black aluminum.

On the front panel, there are two multifunction buttons. The left button allows you to adjust the drying time by rotating it and to stop the process by pressing it. The right button navigates the menu when rotated and starts the cleaning cycle when pressed. They are accompanied by a color display that shows the selected program, its duration, progress, drying time ratio, and more.

On top of the machine, you’ll find the vinyl record slot and the removable water tank.

This Degritter machine also features an SD card slot that allows users to update the software if necessary.

Degritter RCM MKII: Filtration

The Degritter cleaning machine comes with an active filtration solution. “Active” means that it removes small particles and dirt from the water during the ultrasonic cleaning process. The dirt, removed from the record, is filtered out of the ultrasonic cleaning bath so that it does not end up back on the record.

The active filtration system works by circulating water through the filter and then returning it to the bath while the vinyl record is being cleaned. Water is drawn into the filter from the top of the tank to remove all dust and floating particles. Heavy particles settle at the bottom and are pumped to the external water tank, which has a dedicated sediment compartment.

The filter is easily accessible from the side of the machine. It consists of a cylindrical steel mesh housing an interchangeable foam filter. The outer section is washable, making maintenance and upkeep easy.

Degritter RCM MKII: Accessories

Every Degritter washing machine comes with a bottle of concentrated cleaning solution. Its use is optional, but it contains anionic surfactants that help remove dirt. This solution is completely safe for vinyl. It is recommended to use 2 ml of concentrate for a 1.2-liter water tank.

Degritter offers an optional adapter for 7-inch records (7'' record adapter) and an adapter for 25-cm records (10’’ record adapter).

Degritter RCM MKII: Use and Results

Using this Degritter washing machine is very simple. Just fill the tank to the maximum with distilled water and insert a disc. Select the quick wash cycle by pressing the button on the right. You can track the progress of the wash using the countdown timer displayed on the screen. When the wash cycle is complete, the machine will alert you with three beeps.

The Degritter offers three programs for cleaning records: quick, medium, and intensive. In addition, there is a drying program (without washing) as well as a program to remove gas from fresh water. You can also use the menu to configure the fan speed and water level.

The results, of course, live up to the technology employed. The outcome is surprising. The vinyl is completely free of all impurities, and this has an immediate impact on the listening experience.

This Degritter RCM MKII vinyl record cleaning machine is extremely well-designed and incredibly easy to use. Its sleek design is also a plus.

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FAQ: Everything you need to know before buying the Degritter RCM MKII record cleaning machine

How does the water filtering work during cleaning?

The Degritter RCM MKII uses an active filtering solution: the water circulates continuously through a filter made of a cylindrical steel mesh containing interchangeable foam, which removes the dirt lifted from the record during ultrasonic cleaning so it does not redeposit on the vinyl. The heaviest particles settle in a dedicated section of the external tank. The dirt removed from the record is filtered out of the ultrasonic cleaning bath so it does not end up back on the record. The water is drawn into the filter from the top of the tank in order to remove all floating dust and particles.

Which wash programmes does the machine offer?

It offers three wash programmes (quick, medium, intensive), a dry-only programme without washing, and a de-gassing programme for fresh water, with adjustable fan power and water level via the colour-screen menu. The Degritter RCM MKII record washer offers advanced technology while remaining simple and effective to use. At the end of the wash, the machine alerts you with three "beeps". This record washer takes the form of a large designer "toaster".

Do you need to use a special fluid for cleaning?

Each machine comes with a bottle of concentrated cleaning fluid based on anionic surfactants, safe for vinyl, to be used at a rate of 2 ml per 1.2-litre tank of distilled water. Its use is not mandatory but it improves dirt removal. "Active" means the filtration removes small particles and dirt from the water during the ultrasonic cleaning process. Its aluminium enclosure is available in two finishes: natural aluminium and black aluminium.

Can you wash 7 or 10 inch records with this machine?

Yes, Degritter offers as an option an adapter for 7 inch records (singles) and another for 25 cm records (10 inch), to add to your order if you own these sizes in addition to the usual 12 inch. Using this Degritter washer is very simple. This Degritter RCM MKII record washer is extremely well thought out and its use is child's play. On top of the machine we have access to the record insertion slot and the removable water tank.