About the Dual CS 429
Dual CS 429: Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable
For 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.
System matching
A 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.
How it fits the Dual range
Compared 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.
Specifications
| Drive | Optically regulated belt drive |
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| Operation | Fully automatic or manual operation |
| Speeds | 33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm |
| Tonearm | Straight aluminum tonearm with adjustable tracking force and spring-loaded antiskating |
| Cartridge | Ortofon 2M Red |
| Connections | Switchable built-in phono preamplifier; RCA phono or line output |
| Dimensions | 435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed) |
| Net weight | 6.6 kg |
Independent review
In AVForums’s CS 429 review, Ed Selley praised its convenience, neutral balance and build quality, while noting that comparable manual turntables can offer stronger outright sonic performance.
For shellac 78 rpm records, use a suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge; the normal LP stylus is not intended for shellac playback.
Warranty
Dual’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.
Details
Engineering & Technology
Engineering & Technology
Designed around your listening
Vinyl listeners who want automatic start and return while retaining adjustable tonearm settings.
- Automatic tonearm placement and return
- Ortofon 2M Red cartridge included
- Optical motor-speed control
- Adjustable tracking force and antiskating
Complete Specifications
Complete Specifications
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| Dimensions (mm) | 435 × 367 × 145 mm (W × D × H, dustcover closed) |
FAQ
FAQ
What is the Dual CS 429, and who is it for?
Dual CS 429 is a fully automatic belt-drive turntable. Vinyl listeners who want automatic start and return while retaining adjustable tonearm settings.
Is the CS 429 automatic or manual, and how is it driven?
Fully automatic or manual operation. It uses optically regulated belt drive.
Does the CS 429 include a cartridge and phono stage?
Yes. It includes an Ortofon 2M Red cartridge and a switchable built-in phono preamplifier. Use line mode for a line input or bypass the built-in stage when using a suitable phono input.
Which record speeds does the CS 429 support?
It supports 33⅓, 45 and 78 rpm. A suitable 78 rpm stylus or cartridge is required for shellac records.
How does the CS 429 compare with nearby Dual models?
Compared 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.
What should I know about setting up the CS 429?
Complete assembly and set the tonearm balance, cartridge tracking force and antiskating as described in the Dual manual. Choose the correct phono or line output setting for your amplifier.
Shipping & Warranty
Shipping & Warranty
Warranty: 5-year Dual CS-Series warranty; original invoice required; belt, cartridge and stylus excluded
HiFi Boutique ships within the United States only. Orders ship within 2 business days, with a tracking number. See the shipping policy.