{"product_id":"l-art-du-son-nadelreiniger-pinsel","title":"L'Art du Son needle cleaner + brush ","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e We mean\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eL'Art du Son stylus cleaner and brush\u003c\/strong\u003e is not your average stylus cleaner, but the result of over ten years of development, specifically addressing the weaknesses of conventional products. Instead of using alcohol or solvents, this cleaner employs a technical blend of surfactants that remove mechanical contaminants from the diamond without damaging the adhesives, suspension, or elastic components of the cartridge. Sonically, a cleaner stylus often results in a clearer, smoother, and better-defined signal – soundstage imaging and detail can thus be more pronounced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Product presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eL'Art du Son stylus cleaner and brush\u003c\/strong\u003e combine an alcohol-free cleaning fluid with a specially designed brush made of fine, white bristles. These bristles are selected to remove contaminants from the diamond without exerting mechanical pressure on the delicate cantilever. A single drop of the cleaning solution applied to the brush bristles is usually sufficient to loosen backing debris, dust, or electrostatic residue. The brush is then gently brushed several times from back to front across the stylus; this technique is deliberately chosen to avoid exerting any lateral force on the cantilever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The cleaning fluid contains no aggressive ingredients – it does not attack the bond between the diamond and the substrate, nor the elastomer suspension, as is often the case with alcohol-based solutions. This is intended to preserve the mechanical integrity of the cartridge for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIncluded in the package is a special brush whose bristles can be easily cleaned under running water with a clean microfiber cloth after use. With sparing use, the 17-milliliter container is sufficient for several hundred applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Special features \/ Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Alcohol-free formula – no solvents, no alcoholic ingredients to avoid premature damage to adhesives and elastomers.\u003cbr\u003e Fine special brush – soft, flexible bristles that remove dirt from the diamond without leaving any residue, without lateral pressure on the needle carrier.\u003cbr\u003e Economical application – one drop of cleaning solution is sufficient; economical for many uses.\u003cbr\u003e Gentle action – surfactant-based cleaning removes impurities without stressing the sensitive components.\u003cbr\u003e Easy to care for – the brush can be cleaned under water and reused multiple times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Technology \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe cleaning fluid uses a select combination of surfactants that remove grease, dust, electrostatic residue, and backing debris from the diamond without the need for alcohol or solvents. These surfactants do not attack adhesive bonds on the cantilever or accelerate the curing of elastic suspension components, as is the case with many conventional products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The special brush consists of fine, white bristles, dimensioned to remove mechanical dirt from the stylus tip without bending the delicate cantilever. This allows for precise, gentle cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Sustainability \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe L'Art du Son needle cleaner is designed for long-term use: the liquid is so concentrated that just a few milliliters are enough for hundreds of applications. The brush is washable and reusable, reducing waste. The alcohol-free formula avoids harsh chemicals – a deliberately technical approach focusing on material protection rather than short-term efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Technical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Liquid volume 17 ml\u003cbr\u003e Alcohol-free and solvent-free application\u003cbr\u003e Scope of delivery: cleaning fluid + special brush\u003cbr\u003e Brush material: fine white bristles (washable)\u003cbr\u003e Yield: several hundred applications with economical dosage\u003cbr\u003e Cleaning technology: surfactant-based solution without aggressive chemicals\u003cbr\u003e Care instructions: The brush can be cleaned under running water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Test reports \/ Press reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003especialist publications\u003c\/strong\u003e like Klangheimat, the L'Art du Son stylus cleaner is described as a gentle, technically sound alternative to alcohol-based solutions that not only creates mechanical cleanliness but also has a positive effect on sound: A cleaner stylus leads to a calmer, better-defined sound image with a clearer soundstage and better detail. The alcohol-free formula can be particularly advantageous for sensitive moving-coil cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Background \/ History \/ Development\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe L'Art du Son stylus cleaner is the result of over ten years of development work by Martina Schöner. The starting point was the observation that many existing cleaners contain alcohol-based or aggressive solvents that can damage the sensitive components of a phono cartridge in the long run. Schöner therefore pursued the goal of developing a gentle yet effective solution that reliably removes mechanical contaminants without stressing the materials. The result is a unique, surfactant-based formula combined with a specialized brush tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Basic knowledge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eStylus cleaning is a crucial part of the analog playback chain: A dirty stylus transmits particles directly into the signal, potentially degrading sound quality and detail. Dirt accumulates on the diamond not only from dust, but also from vinyl abrasion and electrostatic residue. Regular, gentle cleaning can improve the stylus's tracking ability, resulting in a clearer, more open sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"L Art du Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55991782113655,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/3567\/9607\/files\/lartduson-nadelreiniger.jpg?v=1760862981","url":"https:\/\/klang-maschine.de\/en\/products\/l-art-du-son-nadelreiniger-pinsel","provider":"Klang Maschine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}