I actually already have a multi voltage power adapter not in use at the mo that goes to 3V…. I guess I’d rather have the option to slow further if possible, and don’t really want to have to change out the rotation device or it’s motor to do so
i might consider buying the rotation device separately to the bath actually taking note of voltage and rated RPM of the motor, so I then know what lowering voltage will get the RPM down to
…either that or there is still the velvet vortex option which I gather is 0.5RPM out of the box. The guy who does that seems to sell the complete kit, but also the rotation device as a standalone thing
by the way I did find a 1.5v supply but as one of those wall plugs intendEd to replace 1x AA battery packs, it was on eBay though. That did make me wonder if a rechargeable battery pack option might not also work, if there is such a thing……
The Velvet Vortex is still very cheap compared with many alternatives.
I guess my decisions were informed by not knowing how much improvement I'll see with my record collection.
I can't see damage on some records I'd like to improve, but it's difficult to tell what's causing pops here and there. It could be lodged dirt. It could be damage that isn't visible to the naked eye, even with magnification.
Some of these records are very rare. Several would cost more to replace than I've paid for the Vevor and accessories. If US cleaning isn't going to get me there, I don't want to have spent hundreds only to feel disappointed.
What I've opted for is less than half the price of the Velvet Vortex (and I'm not sure paying double would be worthwhile for a slower rotation speed). I guess the proof will be in the cleaning.
That's my rationale, in relation to my collection and what I'm hoping to achieve. Your aims and perspective may be understandably different.