🧾 Overview / Summary The Dual CS 518 is a premium manual turntable for true vinyl enthusiasts, featuring a precision twin‑gimbal tonearm with pivot ball‑bearings for ultimate tracking accuracy. Supplied with an Ortofon 2M Red cartridge and switchable MM phono stage, it offers outstanding performance and reliability, backed by a 2‑year warranty. ✅ Key Features ✅ Twin‑gimbal tonearm with 4 pivot ball‑bearings ✅ Ortofon 2M Red cartridge pre‑installed ✅ Built‑in switchable MM phono preamp ✅ Belt‑drive mechanism with 3 speeds (33/45/78 RPM) ✅ Statically balanced tonearm with fine tracking adjustment ✅ Aluminium platter with rubber mat and precision bearing ✅ High‑quality MDF plinth with vinyl veneer finish ✅ 2‑year warranty and ready‑to‑play package 📊 Technical Specifications Parameter Value Drive Belt Speed Settings 33/45/78 RPM Wow & Flutter < ±0.1 % (DIN WTD) Auto‑Start/Stop No Tonearm Bearing 4× Pivot ball‑bearing / twin‑gimbal mount Tonearm Type Statically balanced Effective Length 221.5 mm Offset Angle 25.6° Overhang 19 mm Stylus Pressure Range 0–4 g Cartridge Weight Range 5–9 g Factory Installed Pickup Ortofon 2M Red Platter Material Aluminium die‑cast with 2.5 mm rubber mat Platter Diameter 305 mm Platter Weight (incl. mat) 850 g Platter Bearing Hardened steel spindle, brass bushing Plinth Material MDF, folded Surface Finish Vinyl veneer / Black Feet Ø 62 mm / Elastomer Connection RCA socket, compatible with phono and line inputs Digital Output No Dimensions (closed dustcover) 435 × 367 × 145 mm Dimensions (open dustcover) 415 (D) × 400 (H) mm Weight 5.9 kg Power Supply External power supply (included) 📦 What’s in the Box 📦 Dual CS 518 Turntable 🔌 External power supply 📖 User manuals in multiple languages (DE, EN, FR, GR, KR) 🪛 Setup tools 🔄 Compatibility ✔ Works with any amplifier or speakers with phono or line inputs ✔ Built‑in phono preamp can be bypassed ✔ Compatible with MM cartridges (5–9 g) 📦✈️ Shipping & Returns 📦 Insured worldwide delivery 🔄 14‑day return policy 🛡️ 2‑year warranty 📝 Reviews “Be the first to leave a review – share your experience and help others!”