{"title":"Turntables","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTurntables for a dedicated vinyl system\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore record players with manual, automatic and auto-lift operation. Compare belt-drive and quartz-stabilized direct-drive designs, supplied cartridges and phono-stage options to find the right source for your listening system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMatch the turntable to your system\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage can connect to a suitable line input. A turntable without a built-in stage needs a compatible external phono stage or amplifier phono input. Check each listing for cartridge inclusion, available speeds, dimensions and setup guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dual-cs-429","title":"Dual CS 429 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 429: Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a system built around the pleasure of records rather than the mechanics of playing them, the Dual CS 429 offers automatic tonearm movement at the touch of a button. Its adjustable arm and supplied Ortofon 2M Red keep flexibility alongside everyday convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinyl listeners who want automatic start and return while retaining adjustable tonearm settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic tonearm placement and return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Red cartridge included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical motor-speed control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable tracking force and antiskating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage lets you connect to a suitable line input, or bypass it for your own phono stage. Use phono mode with a compatible phono input; line mode is for a line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompared with the factory-set, two-speed CS 329, the CS 429 offers adjustable tracking force and antiskating, an Ortofon 2M Red and 78 rpm. The CS 529 adds a twin-gimbal arm and Bluetooth audio and remote-control functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptically regulated belt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully automatic or manual operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight aluminum tonearm with adjustable tracking force and spring-loaded antiskating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avforums.com\/reviews\/dual-cs429-turntable-review.20630\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAVForums’s CS 429 review\u003c\/a\u003e, Ed Selley praised its convenience, neutral balance and build quality, while noting that comparable manual turntables can offer stronger outright sonic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013075141,"sku":"CS 429BK","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":50899013107909,"sku":"CS 429W","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS429_HD_300dpi_7.jpg?v=1794000792"},{"product_id":"dual-cs-718q","title":"Dual CS 718Q Reference Direct-Drive Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 718Q: Reference Direct-Drive Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 718Q is a reference platform for building a vinyl front end around your own cartridge and phono stage. Quartz-controlled direct drive meets an adjustable carbon–aluminum tonearm, spring-applied tracking force and both RCA and XLR phono connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperienced vinyl listeners who want to select their own cartridge and external phono stage and adjust arm height and azimuth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz-stabilized direct drive with ironless coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- and azimuth-adjustable tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic spring-applied tracking force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCA and XLR phono outputs; cartridge not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cartridge and external phono stage are required and are not included. Choose a cartridge and phono stage that match each other; the RCA and XLR sockets carry a phono-level signal, not a ready-to-use line-level output.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike the CS 618Q, the CS 718Q has a height-adjustable carbon–aluminum sandwich tonearm, azimuth adjustment, dynamic spring-applied tracking force and XLR as well as RCA phono outputs. It does not include a cartridge or built-in phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuartz-stabilized direct drive with ironless coils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual start with switchable automatic motor stop and tonearm lift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight-adjustable twin-gimbal arm with carbon–aluminum sandwich tube and azimuth-adjustable headshell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA and XLR phono outputs; external phono stage required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 155 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stereo.de\/test\/dual-cs-718q-im-test-direkttriebler-in-grosser-tradition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSTEREO’s CS 718Q review\u003c\/a\u003e, Matthias Böde praised its organized, tonally full and musical presentation, adjustable tonearm and RCA\/XLR connectivity. The review also notes that a cartridge is not supplied and there is no manual fine-speed adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013140677,"sku":"CS 718SB","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":50899013173445,"sku":"CS 718W","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS718Q_HD_300dpi-1.jpg?v=1794000792"},{"product_id":"dual-cs-329","title":"Dual CS 329 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 329: Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA considered first step into vinyl, the Dual CS 329 brings automatic operation to a clean, understated design. Its factory-set tonearm and supplied Audio-Technica cartridge keep setup focused on listening rather than adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew vinyl listeners and returning collectors who prefer automatic operation and factory-set tonearm adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully automatic start and tonearm return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-set tonearm for straightforward setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio-Technica AT91 cartridge included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable phono preamplifier and fixed RCA output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage lets you connect to a suitable line input, or bypass it for your own phono stage. Use phono mode with a compatible phono input; line mode is for a line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 329 has factory-fixed tonearm settings and two speeds. The CS 429 adds adjustable tracking force and antiskating, a third speed and an Ortofon 2M Red cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully automatic start, stop and tonearm return\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓ and 45 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight aluminum tonearm with factory-fixed tracking settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudio-Technica AT91\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 372 × 132 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/goodsound.com\/index.php\/equipment-reviews\/1226-dual-cs-329-turntable-with-audio-technica-at91-cartridge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSoundStage! Access’s CS 329 review\u003c\/a\u003e, Thom Moon praised the gentle, reliable automatic mechanism and straightforward setup, while noting the fixed tracking settings and limitations of the supplied cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013238981,"sku":"CS 329BK","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS329_HD_300dpi_3.jpg?v=1794000792"},{"product_id":"dual-cs-529","title":"Dual CS 529 Fully Automatic Bluetooth Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 529: Fully Automatic Bluetooth Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 529 brings familiar vinyl rituals into a more flexible system. Automatic tonearm movement, a twin-gimbal arm and Bluetooth audio transmission allow it to serve either a wired hi-fi system or a compatible wireless listening setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners who want automatic record playback with both conventional RCA connectivity and Bluetooth audio flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully automatic start, lift and tonearm return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin-gimbal tonearm and Ortofon 2M Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth 5.2 aptX HD audio transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth remote-control functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage lets you connect to a suitable line input, or bypass it for your own phono stage. Use phono mode with a compatible phono input; line mode is for a line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 529 adds a twin-gimbal tonearm and Bluetooth audio transmission and remote-control functions over the CS 429. Both are fully automatic belt-drive designs with an Ortofon 2M Red and three speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptically regulated belt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully automatic or manual operation, with Bluetooth remote-control functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-gimbal aluminum tonearm with four ball bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth 5.2 aptX HD audio transmission and remote-control functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.goodsound.com\/index.php\/equipment-reviews\/1386-dual-cs-529-turntable-and-ortofon-2m-red-cartridge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSoundStage! Access’s CS 529 review\u003c\/a\u003e, Thom Moon praised the automatic mechanism, build quality and built-in phono stage, but also reported higher-than-specified wow measurements in the tested sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013271749,"sku":"CS 529BK","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":50899013304517,"sku":"CS 529W","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS529_HD_300dpi-2_9d1adad9-ba8d-4f27-9a44-4e1e206f3424.jpg?v=1794000791"},{"product_id":"dual-cs-518","title":"Dual CS 518 Manual Belt-Drive Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 518: Manual Belt-Drive Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 518 centers its appeal on the tonearm. A twin-gimbal aluminum assembly with four fine pivot ball bearings guides the supplied Ortofon 2M Red, while the belt-drive platform and understated MDF cabinet keep the design visually restrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHands-on vinyl listeners who want a manual belt-drive platform with Dual’s twin-gimbal tonearm design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin-gimbal tonearm with four pivot ball bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Red cartridge included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable MM phono preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic selection of three speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage lets you connect to a suitable line input, or bypass it for your own phono stage. Use phono mode with a compatible phono input; line mode is for a line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 518 adds a twin-gimbal tonearm with four fine pivot ball bearings over the CS 418. Both use belt drive, offer three speeds and include an Ortofon 2M Red and switchable MM phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-gimbal aluminum tonearm with four fine pivot ball bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.computerbild.de\/artikel\/avf-Tests-Audio-Dual-CS-418-CS-518-Test-Plattenspieler-30357067.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCOMPUTER BILD’s CS 518 review\u003c\/a\u003e, Christoph de Leuw and Bernhard Rietschel found the CS 518 particularly clear and organized with complex recordings, with a more elaborate tonearm bearing than the CS 418. Their comparison described its leaner, more direct balance rather than presenting it as universally preferable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013337285,"sku":"CS 518BK","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":50899013370053,"sku":"CS 518W","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS518_HD_300dpi_56a3e210-4d50-49d5-ad95-6056f03b01f7.jpg?v=1794000793"},{"product_id":"dual-cs-418","title":"Dual CS 418 Manual Belt-Drive Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 418: Manual Belt-Drive Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 418 puts the essentials of a dedicated record-playing system in one quietly purposeful package. A solid MDF plinth, die-cast aluminum platter and Ortofon 2M Red cartridge provide a straightforward foundation for a two-channel vinyl system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners who enjoy manually cueing a record and want a supplied cartridge and switchable phono stage without a complex system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual belt-drive design with three speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Red cartridge included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable MM phono preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMDF plinth with elastomer vibration absorbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage lets you connect to a suitable line input, or bypass it for your own phono stage. Use phono mode with a compatible phono input; line mode is for a line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth the CS 418 and CS 518 are manual belt-drive turntables supplied with an Ortofon 2M Red and a switchable MM phono stage. The CS 518 adds a twin-gimbal tonearm with four fine pivot ball bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual operation with damped cueing lift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight aluminum tonearm with ball bearings and removable headshell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.computerbild.de\/artikel\/avf-Tests-Audio-Dual-CS-418-CS-518-Test-Plattenspieler-30357067.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCOMPUTER BILD’s CS 418 review\u003c\/a\u003e, Christoph de Leuw and Bernhard Rietschel praised the CS 418’s clean, balanced presentation and dynamics, highlighting the supplied Ortofon cartridge and switchable phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013402821,"sku":"CS 418 BK","price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS418_HD_300dpi_6_b70eb453-553e-461d-8814-c8613f92eb8c.jpg?v=1794000793"},{"product_id":"dual-cs-618q","title":"Dual CS 618Q Direct-Drive Turntable with Auto Lift","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDual CS 618Q: Direct-Drive Turntable with Auto Lift\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 618Q combines a quartz-stabilized direct-drive platform with the convenience of an automatic lift at the end of a side. Its twin-gimbal tonearm and supplied Ortofon 2M Blue make it a complete starting point for a dedicated vinyl source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesigned around your listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners who want to cue records manually but prefer an automatic tonearm lift and motor stop at the end of a side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz-stabilized direct drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrtofon 2M Blue cartridge included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable automatic lift and motor stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin-gimbal tonearm and removable headshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable built-in phono stage lets you connect to a suitable line input, or bypass it for your own phono stage. Use phono mode with a compatible phono input; line mode is for a line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it fits the Dual range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 618Q moves from the CS 518’s belt drive to quartz-stabilized direct drive, adds automatic end-of-side lift and motor stop, and includes an Ortofon 2M Blue rather than a 2M Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDrive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuartz-stabilized direct drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual start with switchable automatic tonearm lift and motor stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonearm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-gimbal aluminum tonearm with four fine pivot ball bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndependent review\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/reviews\/dual-cs-618q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?’s CS 618Q review\u003c\/a\u003e, the review team praised its detailed, composed presentation and useful auto-lift feature, while preferring the dynamics and rhythmic engagement of some rivals and recommending an external phono stage for further improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDual’s CS-Series consumer warranty covers manufacturing and design defects for five years from the original purchase invoice, subject to its terms. Wear items including the belt, cartridge and stylus are excluded. Keep your original invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":50899013468357,"sku":"CS 618BK","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"High Gloss Black","offer_id":50899013501125,"sku":"CS 618HGBK","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":50899013533893,"sku":"CS 618W","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/Dual_CS618Q_HD_300dpi-4.jpg?v=1794000793"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/collections\/Dual_CS329_HD_300dpi_3.jpg?v=1794000931","url":"https:\/\/www.hifiboutique.us\/collections\/turntables.oembed","provider":"HiFi Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}