Records and Turntables

PURPOSE

The purpose of using this brush is to help dissipate static from the record so it is less inclined to attract dust and to remove surface dust so it does not collect on your stylus. How effective the dissipation of the static is depends on the brush, the turntable and your environment. Ideally, the record will be grounded via the platter spindle and the brush has conductive section so your hand provides grounding to your body and through your feet to the floor. Nylon carpet can inhibit the grounding of your feet.

METHOD

Place record on turntable ready to play, engage turntable so platter spins record. Lightly place the brush across the record. Bristles should remain straight, if they are bending you are pressing too hard. Hold brush there for at least one revolution, then move the brush towards you until the brush is clear of the record.

CLEANING BRUSH

To remove the collected dust from brush, flick the bristles back and forth over the handle away from the record. NEVER touch the bristles with your hands, otherwise you will contaminate the bristles with oils.