{"product_id":"dual-cs-518-plattenspieler-schwarz","title":"Dual CS 518 Manual Turntable, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 518 is a manual turntable with a solid MDF plinth and a fully gimbaled \"Twin Gimbal\" tonearm, built around mechanical precision rather than comfort features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the CS 518?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who guides the tonearm themselves quickly notices whether the mechanics behind it keep up. The CS 518 brings noticeably more running stability and precision than the entry-level segment, thanks to its fully gimbaled tonearm and four pivot ball bearings — the solid plinth also damps external vibrations further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear and get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2M Red visibly benefits here from the more stable tonearm guidance: finer resolution in quiet passages, cleaner channel separation in the stereo image. Coming from the CS 418, you hear the difference, not just read it on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the CS 518 suited for? (and who isn't it for — let's be direct)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who likes manual placement but wants the next mechanical level. If you're after automation instead, the CS 429 is right for you; if you want to go straight for direct drive, look at the CS 618Q.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid mechanics at a fair price — the CS 518 is the choice for anyone who cares as much about the tonearm as about the cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (lid closed): 435 × 367 × 145 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: belt drive, DC motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33 \/ 45 \/ 78 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWow and flutter: \u0026lt; ±0.1% (DIN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: \"Twin Gimbal,\" fully gimbaled, 4 pivot ball bearings, effective length 221.5 mm, tracking force 0–4 g continuously variable with scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: Ortofon 2M Red (pre-mounted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter: die-cast aluminum, Ø 305 mm, 2.5 mm rubber mat, 850 g with mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabinet: solid MDF plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: Phono\/Line switchable (slide switch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono preamp: built in, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation: manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust cover: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: dust cover, platter mat, tonearm headshell pre-mounted with 2M Red, centering puck, 2 hinges, counterweight, platter with belt, RCA stereo cable, plug-in power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the CS 518 and the CS 418?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CS 518 relies on a solid MDF plinth instead of a standard cabinet, and a fully gimbaled tonearm with four pivot ball bearings plus a continuously variable tracking force scale — noticeably more mechanical precision than the CS 418.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the CS 518 manual or automatic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual, like the CS 418 — you place the needle and lift it off yourself at the end. For full automation with the same cartridge level, the CS 429 is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich cartridge is fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Ortofon 2M Red, as in the entire mid-range Dual series — here it meets the CS 518's more precise tonearm, which shows especially in fine dynamics and channel separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho isn't the CS 518 the right model for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants full automation or is already thinking of a direct drive like the CS 618Q. The CS 518 is the belt-drive variant focused on mechanical precision, not comfort features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Dual CS 518 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we show you how the solid plinth and the Twin Gimbal tonearm actually affect the sound — not just on paper. Get in touch, and we'll set up the deck properly for you if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated amplifier with a phono input or a phono preamp from our range complements the CS 518 perfectly — ask us about the right combination for your speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53486823211344,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/dual-cs-518-plattenspieler-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787925417","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/dual-cs-518-plattenspieler-schwarz","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}