The DUAL CS 418 is a manual belt-drive turntable designed for precise and reliable vinyl playback. It combines a DC motor with a precision-cut belt, an aluminium die-cast platter, a statically balanced tonearm and a factory-installed Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge. A switchable MM phono preamplifier allows the CS 418 to connect directly to either a dedicated PHONO input or a standard LINE input.
The CS 418 uses a DC motor with belt drive. The motor is mounted using vibration-decoupling elements, while the precision-cut belt is designed to provide consistent platter rotation and reduce wow and flutter.
| Drive Method | Belt Drive |
|---|---|
| Motor | DC Motor |
| Playback Speeds | 33 RPM / 45 RPM / 78 RPM |
| Wow & Flutter | < ±0.1% (DIN Rated) |
The 305 mm aluminium die-cast platter provides a stable platform for vinyl playback. A heavy 2.5 mm rubber mat is supplied to help damp resonance between the record and platter.
| Material | Aluminium Die-Cast |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 305 mm / 30.5 cm |
| Mat | 2.5 mm Rubber |
| Platter Weight Including Mat | 850 g |
| Spindle Bearing | Hardened Steel Spindle with Brass Bushing |
The CS 418 features a straight, statically balanced aluminium tonearm supported by ball bearings. Its damped lift mechanism provides controlled tonearm movement, while the spring-loaded anti-skating system can be adjusted according to the selected tracking force.
| Tonearm Type | Straight, Statically Balanced |
|---|---|
| Tonearm Construction | Aluminium |
| Bearing | Ball Bearing |
| Effective Length | 221.5 mm |
| Overhang | 19 mm |
| Offset Angle | 25.6° |
| Stylus Pressure Range | 0–4 g |
| Compatible Cartridge Weight | 5–9 g |
| Headshell | Removable |
| Anti-Skating | Spring-Loaded, Adjustable |
The CS 418 is supplied with a factory-installed Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge. The cartridge is mounted on the removable headshell and provides a ready-to-use configuration for vinyl playback.
| Cartridge Type | MM |
|---|---|
| Model | Ortofon 2M Red |
| Installation | Factory Installed |
| Compatible Cartridge Weight | 5–9 g |
| Replacement Stylus | Ortofon Stylus 2M Red |
The CS 418 incorporates a switchable MM phono preamplifier, allowing it to be connected to an amplifier or receiver with either a dedicated PHONO input or a standard LINE-level input. The analogue connection is provided through RCA.
| Phono Preamplifier | Built-In, MM Compatible |
|---|---|
| Output Connection | RCA |
| PHONO Input Compatibility | Yes |
| LINE Input Compatibility | Yes |
| Digital Output | No |
The turntable uses an MDF plinth with black vinyl veneer. Elastomer vibration absorbers are integrated into the feet to help isolate the turntable from external vibration. The removable dust cover protects the platter and tonearm when the turntable is not in use.
| Plinth Material | MDF |
|---|---|
| Finish | Black Vinyl Veneer |
| Feet | Ø 62 mm Elastomer |
| Dust Cover | Removable |
| Width | 435 mm / 43.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Depth – Dust Cover Closed | 367 mm / 36.7 cm |
| Height – Dust Cover Closed | 145 mm / 14.5 cm |
| Dimensions – Dust Cover Closed | 435 × 367 × 145 mm |
| Dust Cover Open – Depth | 415 mm |
| Dust Cover Open – Height | 400 mm |
| Product Weight | 5.8 kg |