Dual CS 618Q Manual Direct Drive Turntable

Dual  |  SKU: CS618Q-BK
Regular price £1,099.00
Colour: Black

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Description

The Dual CS 618Q is a premium manual turntable designed for vinyl enthusiasts who value precision engineering, timeless styling, and exceptional audio performance.

Built with a focus on durability and accuracy, it offers a direct-drive system, high-quality pick-up cartridge, and a vibration-resistant plinth to ensure your records sound their best.

Whether you’re rediscovering your classic vinyl collection or building a high-fidelity setup at home, the CS 618Q delivers a smooth, stable and engaging listening experience.

With its auto-stop feature, carbon fibre tonearm and Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge pre-installed, this turntable blends convenience with audiophile-grade components.

The clean, elegant design suits both modern and traditional interiors, making it a reliable centrepiece for any listening room.

FEATURES

  • Direct Drive Motor: Enjoy consistent speed accuracy and low wow and flutter for a stable, detailed playback experience.
  • Ortofon 2M Blue Cartridge: Benefit from improved clarity, channel separation and refined high-frequency response straight out of the box.
  • Carbon Fibre Tonearm: Lightweight yet rigid, it reduces resonance for cleaner sound reproduction and improved tracking.
  • Auto-Stop Function: Protects your stylus and records by automatically stopping rotation at the end of the side.
  • Anti-Resonance Plinth: The solid, low-vibration chassis provides a stable platform that enhances musical accuracy and reduces unwanted noise.
  • Adjustable Feet: Level the turntable easily for optimal tracking and reliable performance on any surface.
  • 33⅓, 45 & 78 RPM Speeds: Play your entire collection, from modern LPs to vintage shellac records.
  • Detachable Headshell: Makes cartridge swaps and upgrades simple, supporting future system improvements.

Key Features

  • Connection
    Wired
  • Auto/Manual
    Manual
  • Drive Type
    Direct Drive
  • Speed
    33 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
  • Warranty
    5 Years

Specifications

  • Drive: Direct drive
  • Speed settings: 33/45/78
  • Wow & Flutter: < ±0.07 % (DIN-rated)
  • Platter: Aluminium die-cast
  • Mat: Rubber 2.5 mm
  • Bearing: Hardened steel spindle, Brass bushing
  • Diameter: 305 mm
  • Weight (incl. Mat): 1450 g
  • Tonearm Auto-Start/-Stop-Function: Auto-Stop / Auto Tonarmlift
  • Tonearm Bearing: 4 x pivot ball-bearing / twin gimbal mounting
  • Tonearm Effective length: 221.5 mm
  • Tonearm Offset Angle: 25.6°
  • Tonearm Overhang: 19 mm
  • Tonearm Type: statically balanced
  • Stylus Pressure Range: 0 g to 4 g
  • Cartridge Weight Range: 5 g to 9 g
  • Factory installed pick up: Ortofon 2M Blue
  • Plinth Material: MDF
  • Plinth Surface finish: Vinyl veneer / Black; optional Gloss Black; optional Walnut veneer
  • Feet: Ø 62 mm / Elastomer
  • Connection (RCA socket): Yes
  • Connection to Phono Input:
  • Connection to Line Input:
  • Digital Output:
  • Dimensions (closed dustcover): 435 x 367 x 145 mm
  • Dimensions (open dustcover): Depth 415 mm / Height 400 mm
  • Weight: 7.5 kg
  • Power plug AC / DC: External power supply

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