{"product_id":"kirmuss-ka-rc-1","title":"Kirmuss KA-RC-1 Ultrasonic Record Restoration System","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eKirmuss Audio KA-RC-1 Ultrasonic Record Restoration System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eKirmuss Audio KA-RC-1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a purpose-built ultrasonic vinyl system designed for\n    \u003cstrong\u003egroove restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e—not just surface cleaning—using a combination of\n    \u003cstrong\u003e35kHz cavitation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e70kHz passive resonance\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a\n    \u003cstrong\u003epatented record suspension method\u003c\/strong\u003e to help remove release agents, residues, and embedded contaminants from the groove.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Explore the full \n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hifiboutique.us\/collections\/kirmuss-audio\"\u003e\n    Kirmuss Audio collection\u003c\/a\u003e \n    to see additional restoration products and accessories from the brand.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Unlike traditional vacuum systems, ultrasonic cavitation works at a microscopic level inside the groove walls.\n    To better understand how ultrasonic restoration compares to other methods, read our in-depth guide:\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hifiboutique.us\/blogs\/guides\/ultrasonic-vinyl-cleaning-guide\"\u003e\n    Ultrasonic Vinyl Cleaning Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy It’s Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e“Others clean, we restore”\u003c\/strong\u003e approach focused on groove-level contamination removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented top-of-tank suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e to support records without “skewers” and reduce label\/water risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered record spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce standing waves and maintain effective cavitation (4 records in a ~6L working bath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow the Process Works (High Level)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial wetting\/degrease cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e using distilled water with a small measured amount of 70% IPA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple restoration cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e using an ionizing surfactant application + brushing before repeating ultrasonic cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e and wipe-down using the supplied lint-free microfiber cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For a complete vinyl care setup, explore our curated \n    \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vinyl-accessories\"\u003e\n    vinyl care accessories collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n    to complement the KA-RC-1 restoration workflow.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Specs (KA-RC-1 Platform)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eUltrasonic Operating Frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35kHz (with stated 70kHz passive resonance approach)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eUltrasonic Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220W, 3× ceramic generators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eTank Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel (SUS304)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eTank Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5L tank (max 6.0L, min 4.3L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eUnit Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54.1 × 33.7 × 27.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet 9.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many records can it process at once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    The KA-RC-1 system is designed around proper spacing and typically supports up to \u003cstrong\u003efour records\u003c\/strong\u003e per session.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this just a record cleaner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Kirmuss positions the KA-RC-1 as a \u003cstrong\u003erecord restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e process intended to remove release agents and residues that can mask detail.\n  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