Dual CS 529 BT Turntable with Bluetooth, Black

The Dual CS 529 BT is a fully automatic turntable with an Ortofon 2M Red and an additional Bluetooth 5.2 output, offering classic cable connection and wireless transmission side by side on equal terms.

Why the CS 529 BT?

Anyone buying a turntable today often already has Bluetooth headphones or an active speaker at home. The CS 529 BT connects to exactly those without you having to give up the classic RCA connection — both paths work in parallel, and you decide case by case.

What you hear and get

Via cable, the 2M Red delivers the same balanced, spacious sound as in the CS 429. Over Bluetooth with aptX HD, transmission stays pleasantly detailed for a wireless connection, even though a cable technically always has the edge for critical listening.

Who is the CS 529 BT suited for? (and who isn't it for — let's be direct)

For anyone who sometimes wants to listen in the evening without cable clutter in the bedroom or on the terrace. If you're staying exclusively with a hard-wired system, the CS 529 BT means paying for a feature you'll never use — the CS 429 is enough for you.

Our verdict

Two connection paths, one cartridge level: the CS 529 BT makes vinyl more everyday-friendly without forcing compromises on cable sound.

Technical data

• Dimensions (lid closed): 435 × 367 × 145 mm
• Weight: 6.7 kg
• Drive: belt drive, DC motor with optical speed detection
• Speeds: 33 / 45 / 78 rpm
• Wow and flutter: < ±0.08% (DIN)
• Tonearm: fully gimbaled, 4 ball bearings, effective length 221.5 mm
• Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Red (pre-mounted)
• Platter: die-cast aluminum, Ø 305 mm, 850 g with mat
• Bluetooth: version 5.2 with aptX HD codec, app remote control
• Output: Phono/Line switchable via RCA, plus Bluetooth output
• Phono preamp: built in, switchable
• Dust cover: yes
• Included: dust cover with hinges, platter with belt and rubber mat, tonearm headshell pre-mounted with 2M Red, centering puck, counterweight, RCA stereo cable, plug-in power supply

Frequently asked questions

How does Bluetooth transmission work on the CS 529 BT?

The CS 529 BT transmits over Bluetooth 5.2 with the aptX HD codec to compatible headphones, active speakers, or a soundbar. The classic RCA connection remains available alongside it, so you don't have to commit to one or the other.

Can I also connect the CS 529 BT the classic way, via cable?

Yes. The Phono/Line output via RCA works independently of Bluetooth, including the switchable phono preamp. Bluetooth is an additional option, not a requirement.

Which cartridge does the CS 529 BT have?

An Ortofon 2M Red, factory-adjusted — the same one fitted in the CS 429. Bluetooth transmission inevitably compresses the signal somewhat; via cable, more fine detail is preserved.

Who isn't the premium over the CS 429 worth it for?

For anyone who wires everything permanently and would never use Bluetooth. Then you'll start out cheaper with the CS 429 for identical sound.

Why buy the Dual CS 529 BT at HD Zürisee?

Because we show you how to sensibly combine Bluetooth and cable in the same system — streaming never has to be a must, your CD or vinyl collection keeps working independently of it. Get in touch for advice on your room situation.

Goes well with

For the Bluetooth side, an active speaker or a streaming amplifier with a good receiver fits well — for the cable side, any integrated amplifier with a phono or line input. Ask us about the right combination.