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VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine from Soundstage Direct Sweepstakes
Register to win a VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine from Soundstage Direct (MSRP $649.99) we are giving away.
According to the company:
The HW-16.5 is the standard in affordable record cleaning machines but neither its build quality nor its cleaning power has been compromised. Its high-torque, 18 RPM turntable motor is more than capable of withstanding the pressure of heavy scrubbing during extended cleaning sessions, and its 35-second cleaning cycle per side makes quick work of even the dirtiest records. Now with self aligning vacuum suction tubes for even more accurate cleaning, the HW-16.5's high-powered vacuum ensures quick, deep cleaning.The newly designed vacuum pickup tube automatically adjusts to accommodate records of any thickness. The internal fluid collection system is made of stainless steel to prevent corrosion, and the fully enclosed design prevents splashing. In the VPI tradition, all components are extra heavy-duty and professional grade.
"I have found the HW-16.5 to be an outstanding performer. The record surfaces are microscopically clean and are so pristine they look new!" -- Bert Whyte, Audio Magazine
****STEROPHILE PRODUCT OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER****
Clean your records with the HW-16.5 and hear what you've been missing. Includes: Built in dust cover 8oz bottle of VPI cleaning fluid & cleaning brush
To enter the sweepstakes, all you need is an account on this website. If you don't already have one, click on the link labeled "register" at the bottom of this announcement or "Create new account" in the right column (under the ads). Then, enter a username and a valid e-mail address, and click on the "Create new account" button. A message will be automatically sent to the e-mail address you specified, which will include a link to activate the account.
The final step (and only step for those who already have an account) is to log in and leave a comment right here on this announcement—any comment will do, as long as it's not profane or spam. Then, when the sweepstakes closes, a lucky commenter will be chosen at random to receive the prize. So post a comment, and good luck!
For complete sweepstakes rules, click here.
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This would help me get all my old records out!
I'll take it over here.
Saw one of these in action once. Really amazing results!
I want...
I've wanted one forever but have never been able to free up the funds. This would make my year!
I think I could make use of this!
Just what I need when I am thinking of pulling out my LP collection.
Stereophile rules!
I'd love to be the winner of the esteemed VPI record cleaner thingie.
Thanks
I've had my eye on this one for a long time!
So, I have records the survived a flood, would love to find out if this would help them!
Hey! Well, I don't have a record cleaning machine and cleaning by hands is a pain. I can definitely use this! I'll keep my fingers crossed on this one for sure
I have 30 years worth of records that have never been vacuumed...
Gotta clean your records, bro!
Could really use this on my dad's collection that I was raised from the crib to college listening too, and plan on passing down in time. It's a bond we share and one of the few things that make sense in todays world. This would be a step up from the "original" discwasher brush I use. Thanks.
Count me in!
I have a friend who drools over VPI stuff and has thousands of records that could use a good cleaning. Would love to give him this wonderful gift! Thank you.
I need one of these.
That would be great!
Count me in!
Make my box of dusty records clean so they can sing!!
I shall vacuum!
Suck that spinning surface super smooth!
how about me, boss?
thanks for the contest!
Everytime I clean a record, I will think of Stereophile.
I would be beyond pleased to win this. I've been wanting one for years.
Can't afford a decent record cleaner. Do want.
My records need a cleanin' ... if I win I'd be a gleamin' ... !!!
Could really use this.
I have about 250 vinyls and my Dad has somewhere around 800 and neither of us have a record cleaner. We could really get some use out of this thing!
What vinyl lover doesn't dream about owning this amazing machine?!
I have a great spot set aside for this beauty. Promise to use daily!
I too want to enjoy clean (and static-free) living. Yes please.
I am at that point to where this machine would do a better job at cleaning things than what I can currently muster. My records would be grateful.
The stacks could really use a machine like this! :-) Thx Stereophile and Soundstage Direct!
ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME! ME!
Thanks!
This would be a welcomed prize. I can finally get my LP's cleaned properly.
Yes please! This would save me the trouble of trying (and failing) to build one myself.
I have been washing by hand, but listen to way too many to continue to do that. Would love one of these.
I'm posting right here in this announcement with a comment where any comment wil do (that isn't profane or spam or profane spam). ;-)
I only dig at thrift and goodwill. NEED this to clean and save these babies!
This old guy would love to win this
A work horse like the VPI is indispensable for a record collector!
Nice machine. I have some records that were cleaned by one of these, and it makes a difference!
...I could really use one!
I've been eyeing one of these, love VPI
I've pretty much given up on being able to afford a motorized record cleaner. This would be fantastic.
I've cleared up a spot on my table for it.
Count me in!
I'd love to own one of these
But I need another one for my summer home...
Long Live Vinyl!
Yes, please
I would love a real LP cleaner!
Harry is retired but cleans on...
Would be really handy.
But Bert Whyte, and Audio Magazine? No more recent review comments to quote?
I wonder if how much better the old vinyl will sound after a good cleaning, especially my old stuff from the 60's....
My records would love this, so would I.
VPI get!
My old cleaning machine is tired. Would be happy to have this!
I would be the happiest person in the world with this.
I need one of these.
As I am just getting back into vinyl, it would very fortunate to add this VPI cleaner to my kit.
Take Care and Good Luck!!! Liam :)
So will my records!
Boy the addition of one of these excellent machines would be glorious to my collection of vinyl!
Good luck to me...
My vinyl needs this!
Did I win yet? :)
thinking this will clean my records better than an old washcloth
I've had mine for over 10 years, great product.
.
I've always dreamed of owning a machine like this, so you can keep my over 600 vinyls always clean and with a spectacular sound!
I have to use a brush and fluid and it's really messy; consequently I never wash them and very seldom play them. I would love to change all that.
This will make my records sound so much better when I finally scrape together the cash to play them on a new Scout!
... of wishes.
you dirty records and move that stylus only as God intended.
Hiya there :)
I know my chances are slim, but I would love this so much. I have some old 33s and 78s that are so dirty that they barely sound like music. I'm very new to viny, but I love it and I hope to win this! <3
Thank you for the opportunity. Good luck to everyone.
Check. Need me a RCM.
Thanks
I've got records and they could use a good cleaning!
so here's some crossed fingers you pick "my number!"
Just got a tons of records that are in DIRE need of this. No way I could ever justify buying one but my local record shop has one and it def works!
Just kidding. Hope I win.
Let me know when you're ready to ship it to me!
I could REALLY use this! Awesome looking product!
This is positively the best way to clean vinyl!
Sounds good to me!
I have been eyeing this baby for years and never had the money to spend on it. Winning would be so super amazing!!
Please, please let it be me. I have so many yard sale records to clean!
Thanks.
...the turntable!
I have so many records i've pulled out of basements and garages, i could really use one of these. Please please please let me win, oh vinyl gods!
always wanted one of these.
I REALLY need this.
I could sure use this; it has to be a whole lot better than manual cleaning!
really need
So clean and crackle free my records wish to be.
As an old man, I could use one of these to keep my vinyl clean!
Hook it up!
Sounds great!
but I'm doing my best to comply.
And I do need a replacement for my worn-out RCM.
in VPI's lineup : )
Yes please.
Seems like the records I buy new are dirtier than used dollar bin finds these days. I'd sure love to have one of these to clean my new records before playing them...
Yes please!
I need clean records.
My dirty records are calling!
clean records
I love VPI products!
It would be a nice upgrade from my spinclean.
I've got some LPs that need to be introduced to this bad boy...
Count me in please
Would go great with my new VPI TT!
Always wanted one of these. Good luck to everyone!
Send 'er my way!
I need this
A lot of my records are sentimental hand-me-downs from my father, and are pretty dirty as a result. I'd love to hear "Born to Run" the same way he did back in college, and groove glide just isn't cutting it. Awesome idea for a contest. Hope you make my dream come true.
The HW-16.5 is the best cleaning machine I've ever used!
This would clean up my act in a big way.
I really need this machine. I have lots and lots of dirty records!
Wim
please!
Wash me win this thing.
It would suck to have one of these and that's a good thing.
And choose me!
It would be a nice match for my 1 year old VPI Classic 1
I would love to give this to my son for his birthday!
suck it up
If you have not ordered records from these guys you are missing out. Great prices, discounts, free shipping, etc etc. And, best packaging in the business!
Sign me up
My records could be cleaner...
I feel cleaner already. PICK ME, PICK ME!
I need this!
OK
My albums need a bath
I need a new VPI 16.5 to replace my VPI 16 that very old and needs a new box
This is just what I need. Thank you.
To go with my VPI TT!
The only way that I can get one of these is to win the lottery.
My record collection is begging for this please count me in
Thank You
this is really cool
One can hope.
Oh man I sure could use one of these! Espically on my extreme budget....Hope to win!
Looks awesome!
What a great machine!!!
Vinyl will never die.
Pick me!
I'm in!!
Comment
Hope it's me!
Fingers crossed...
I would give this a good home.
Think how you can help the world of hifi by letting me better introduce friends to better-sounding vinyl!!! I will use it most responsibly...
Yes please!!!
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