Clearaudio · Updated August 2026
Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine: price & specs
Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: upscaleaudio.com verified verify in ledger
The Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine is listed at $3200 on upscaleaudio.com as of 2026-08-12, #11 cheapest of 13 record cleaning machines (median $749); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 97/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 6 in class.
Verified Aug 12, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest record cleaning machines: GEM Dandy Hydraulic LP Cleaning Apparatus Mk II — $119
Is the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine a good buy?
At $3200, the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine is #11 cheapest of the 13 record cleaning machines we track, where the median is $749. On the spec sheet, its motor power of 300 W is the highest of the 6, and its records per cycle of 1 is the lowest of the 13.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $3200 Upscale Audio US retail price; Clearaudio (Germany) sells through a dealer network and does not publish direct consumer pricing |
|---|---|
| Brand | Clearaudio |
| Released | — |
| Cleaning method | Vacuum with bi-directional motorized platter rotation and controlled fluid application |
| Motor power (W) | 300 |
| Cycle time | — |
| Tank capacity | — |
| Ultrasonic frequency (kHz) | — |
| Noise level (dB) | — |
| Records per cycle | 1 |
| Drying method | Vacuum drying, acoustically damped cabinet |
Source: upscaleaudio.com (verified 2026-08-12). Upscale Audio's product page states a maximum power consumption of 300W, $3,200 price, bi-directional automated scrubbing with controlled fluid application and vacuum drying, compatibility with 7", 10", and 12" records, a universal record clamp/adapter, 13.58 x 13.58 x 9.25 in. dimensions, and 23.36 lb weight. Cycle time, tank capacity, and noise level in dB are not stated on the page despite the "Silent" name, so those fields are left null rather than estimated.
Is the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine worth it vs cheaper record cleaning machines?
Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine against its closest cheaper and pricier record cleaning machines on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked
| Product | Price | Cleaning method | Motor power (W) | Records per cycle | Drying method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine this | $3200 | Vacuum with bi-directional motorized platter rotation and controlled fluid application | 300 | 1 | Vacuum drying, acoustically damped cabinet |
| Kirmuss Audio KA-RC-1 Ultrasonic Record Restoration System | $1490 | Ultrasonic cavitation with patented record suspension system | — | 4 | Air-dry; residual moisture removed with included lint-free optician's microfiber cloth |
| Audio Desk Systeme Vinyl Cleaner Premium (Pro) Ultrasonic Record Cleaning Machine | $3599 | Fully automatic ultrasonic cleaning with counter-rotating microfiber wet-cleaning barrels on both record sides | — | 1 | Integrated high-performance fan drying with static elimination |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine cost?
The Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine has a US price of $3200 (Upscale Audio US retail price; Clearaudio (Germany) sells through a dealer network and does not publish direct consumer pricing), as of 2026-08-12.
How does the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine compare on price?
At $3200, the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine is #11 cheapest of the 13 record cleaning machines we track, where the median is $749.
What are the Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine's key specs?
Clearaudio Smart Matrix Silent Record Cleaning Machine (Clearaudio): cleaning method Vacuum with bi-directional motorized platter rotation and controlled fluid application, motor power w 300, records per cycle 1, drying method Vacuum drying, acoustically damped cabinet. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-12.
Price of record: $3200 at upscaleaudio.com, 2026-08-12. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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