Cleaning CDs

[cmalak]

I was wondering what CD/optical disc cleaning fluids/accessories folks use. I haven't used any as i have always been wary of such tweaks. But I figured if record cleaning is a must why should the same not hold true for CDs? Open to all comments/suggestions (for and against CD cleaning). Thanks very much.

[f1 fan]

Cyril.....I don't use these all the time but when used they provide good results. There are many out there to choose from. Here are mine; Optrix and Shine - Ola. At one time Shine - Ola was made by Record Research Lab for Mobile Fidelity. I think now it's just Mobile Fidelity. I don't use these products everytime I play a disc, only when they skip, or appear dirty such as those at used cd/lp stores. Probably best to leave new disc alone.

Dave

[woodlander]

For CDs that are new and in good condition, my best advice is leave them alone.

If you are talking about those that are visibly dirty and have fingerprints, a very small amount of non-oily liquid soap and water works quite well (I use Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap). Dry them with a lint-free cloth, preferably one of the microfiber cleaners.

[ArthurPE]

I use this: Introducing Plexus Plastic Cleaner

probably sacrilegious, lol

[cmalak]

Thx for the feedback folks.

[TommyC]

I use this at the moment. It worked well but then I haven't used any other products before this.

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[Still-One]

Water and a micro-fiber cloth.

[TubesTrans]

X2 with woodlander,very warm water along with very sudsy microfiber,works great.Do keep an eye on the center hole area,sometimes the water gets caught a little and you have to squeeze it out between fibercloth and hands,rinse thoroughly/dry.

[RodWelst]

I also use Shine Ola. I get mine from Music Direct.
When you purchase 2 or more the price drops from $24.99 to $20.00 ea.
They include a small micro-fiber cleaning cloth with every bottle.
Shipping is fairly fast by UPS ground.
MUSICDIRECT - MOBILE FIDELITY - MFSL SHINE OLA CD CLEANER

It cleans very well and there is a subtle sonic improvement to CD's and DVD's.
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