Question 1

Is the HumminGuru water dispenser worth it?

Accepted Answer

For me it’s a pretty simple proposition: it’s a bolt-on upgrade that makes life easier and less messy. The bigger capacity and push-button dispensing remove a lot of the measuring and pouring hassle. The main downside is cost (over $100/just over £100) and the fact it adds bulk.

Question 2

Does the HumminGuru water dispenser make the HumminGuru fully automatic like a Degritter?

Accepted Answer

It gets you closer in day-to-day use because it automates the filling/dispensing side and makes the process far more reliable. That said, it’s still a bolt-on accessory, and the HumminGuru simply won’t have the same premium, robust feel as a machine that costs thousands. Different leagues—but this definitely helps plug the gap.

Question 3

How much water does the HumminGuru dispenser tank hold?

Accepted Answer

The new tank holds up to 650ml, which is a big deal because it reduces how often you need to top up. With the original setup, the water can drop below the right level after just a few records due to evaporation. This upgrade saves a lot of that constant checking.

Question 4

What are the HumminGuru water dispenser button settings for 12-inch and 7-inch records?

Accepted Answer

There are three buttons: one dispenses 350ml for 12-inch and 10-inch records, another dispenses 400ml for 7-inch singles, and the last is manual. You press the preset buttons to run the pump, and it does the measuring for you. It’s straightforward and, in my testing, worked flawlessly.

Question 5

Do you need surfactant with the HumminGuru water dispenser?

Accepted Answer

Yes—my process here is to fill to the 650ml line and add four to five drops of surfactant. Then you fit the lid, power it on, and you’re ready to dispense. It’s the same basic cleaning approach, just far less fiddly.

Question 6

How often do you have to charge the HumminGuru water dispenser?

Accepted Answer

It’s USB-C rechargeable, and HumminGuru claims a single charge can handle over 500 dispenses. So you do need to charge it occasionally, but it’s not something you’ll be doing all the time. In practical terms, it lasts a long time between charges.

Question 7

Are the filters the same as the original HumminGuru tank filters?

Accepted Answer

No, the filters are a different size, so your original tank filters won’t work here. I do count that as a small con, but replacements aren’t expensive—about seven quid for a pack of 15 in pounds—and some are included in the box. So you can get going straight away.

Question 8

Can you do a separate rinse stage with the HumminGuru water dispenser?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can buy additional water tanks for this new dispenser. So if you like running a secondary rinse stage as part of your ritual, you can set that up similarly to how people did it with the original. It’s a nice option if you want to refine the process.

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