The Keith Monks company, the Isle-of-Wight operation that manufactures probably the finest record cleaning machines in the world, is celebrating the fortieth anniversary of its pioneering first record cleaning machine with the release of the Limited Edition of the Omni RCM, the Ruby. The key features of the Ruby include: • a new VacuGauge suction monitoring system. Now users can keep a constant check on performance of the famous Monks vacuum system. The chrome-rim dial-gauge sits alongside the traditional Mini Cooper windscreen washer pump, giving the control panel a pleasingly retro 1960's  performance car look. • the unique Keith Monks DewDrop splashguard: an innovation finally solving an age-old dilemma. This simple, ergonomic handheld device keeps surfaces clean by catching excess fluid flung out by the revolving turntable. • a new fully adjustable on-deck fluid application system for 7", 10" and 12" records. • a set of three Keith Monks PyrMat  stay-clean record cleaning mats. These solve several problems common with record cleaners: the disc rests on the tips of a profiled array of miniature  pyramids spread across the mat. These effectively let the dust and dirt from an unclean record side fall into the wells in between, preventing recontamination of the just-cleaned side when you flip it over. The PyrMats also help stop excess fluid spreading underneath the disc rim. Exclusive to the Ruby, there is a reproduction Keith Monks signature on the control panel and on the accompanying signed and numbered certificate that accompanies each cleaner. The Ruby comes in an exclusive premium cabinet with matching lid cover finished in rich Ruby Red – no surprise – which looks quite magnificent with the eggshell black deck and hand polished deck components. Please note that only 40 of these machines will ever be produced.