{"product_id":"clearaudiopuregrooveshellac","title":"Clearaudio Pure Groove Shellac Record Cleaning Fluid","description":"\u003cp\u003eClearaudio Pure Groove Shellac is a ready-to-use, alcohol-free cleaning fluid that cleans both shellac and vinyl records right down into the groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's exactly where it differs from the rest of the Clearaudio range: shellac actually starts to dissolve under ordinary vinyl cleaners, because their alcohol attacks the natural resin. The Shellac formula does without alcohol – and still cleans powerfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Pure Groove Shellac?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it's the only Clearaudio fluid the manufacturer approves for 78 rpm shellac records – and because it gets vinyl clean too, in the same breath. A mixed collection gets by with a single bottle instead of two fluids side by side on the shelf, with the risk of grabbing the wrong one at the wrong moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quieter groove and less background noise, especially with records that have survived decades of dust, smoke and cellar air. The music slumbering beneath the surface often comes back surprisingly clearly after a proper wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is Pure Groove Shellac for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone with 78 rpm shellac records, and for mixed collections of shellac and vinyl. Bottom line: if you only ever wash vinyl and don't own a single 78, you don't strictly need it – against greasy vinyl finds, the alcohol-based Pure Groove is the sharper blade. But the reverse holds without exception: for shellac, nothing else will do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe insurance policy for old records. Alcohol-free, ready to use, approved by the manufacturer for both record types – if your collection includes 78s, there's simply no alternative, and for mixed holdings it's the most convenient solution. Which size and which washing method suit your collection, we're happy to work out with you at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e ready-to-use record cleaning fluid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e alcohol-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e shellac records (78 rpm) and vinyl records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffect:\u003c\/strong\u003e dissolves stubborn dirt right down into the groove, gentle on the natural resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e record washing machine (all Clearaudio models) or hand cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e ready to use, no mixing needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety note:\u003c\/strong\u003e for shellac, use only fluids explicitly approved for it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 L, 0.25 L, 0.5 L, 1.0 L and 2.5 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Pure Groove Shellac on shellac records?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, that's exactly what it was developed for. The formula is alcohol-free and doesn't attack the sensitive natural resin of 78 rpm shellac records, yet still cleans right down into the groove. Clearaudio explicitly points out that only fluids explicitly approved for shellac should be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it also clean vinyl?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Clearaudio approves Pure Groove Shellac for shellac and vinyl alike. If you have both on your shelves, one fluid is enough. Against very greasy, sticky vinyl finds, though, the alcohol-based Pure Groove still works a bit more thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens if I use regular Pure Groove on shellac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou shouldn't. Shellac records are attacked by alcohol-based vinyl cleaners, the natural resin can start to dissolve – and that damage isn't repairable. Groove Care and the diluted Pure Groove Essence are also pure vinyl fluids. For 78s, Pure Groove Shellac remains the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to dilute or mix it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Pure Groove Shellac is bottled ready to use and can be applied directly in the record washing machine or by hand. Diluting it with tap water would weaken the effect and leave limescale residue in the groove once the record dries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy Clearaudio Pure Groove Shellac from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause old shellac records don't get a second chance, and we'll tell you upfront what works and what doesn't. Our experienced team works with these fluids every day and also advises on the washing method: +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the rest of your collection: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/platten-reinigung\"\u003eRecord Cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"0,1 L","offer_id":53223454212432,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"0,25 L","offer_id":53223454245200,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"0,5 L","offer_id":53223454277968,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,0 L","offer_id":53223454310736,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"2,5 L","offer_id":53223454343504,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/clearaudio-pure-groove-shellac-plattenreiniger-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785848955","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/clearaudiopuregrooveshellac","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}