{"product_id":"dual-cs-618q-plattenspieler-schwarz-hochglanz","title":"Dual CS 618Q Turntable, Black Gloss","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 618Q Black Gloss is the high-gloss lacquered version of the semi-automatic direct-drive turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue — technically identical to the matte variant, with a mirror-like piano-lacquer finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the CS 618Q in high gloss?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect drive, selectable semi-automation, Ortofon 2M Blue — everything stays the same, only the surface changes from matte to piano-lacquer gloss. An eye-catcher for anyone who also wants their deck to make a visual statement on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear and get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSonically, nothing differs from the matte version: the same quartz-stable direct drive, the same 2M Blue, the same freedom to choose between manual and semi-automatic operation. The difference is purely visual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the CS 618Q Black Gloss suited for? (and who isn't it for — let's be direct)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who likes a high-gloss look and accepts that fingerprints show up faster on piano lacquer than on matte surfaces. If you don't want that, go for the matte black or walnut version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame technology, different stage presence — Black Gloss is the choice for a statement shelf.\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: 7.0 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: direct drive, brushless DC motor, quartz-stable speed control, ironless coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33 \/ 45 \/ 78 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWow and flutter: \u0026lt; ±0.07% (DIN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: fully gimbaled, 4 pivot ball bearings, effective length 221.5 mm, offset angle 25.6°, automatic lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: Ortofon 2M Blue (pre-mounted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter: die-cast aluminum, Ø 305 mm, 1450 g with mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation: selectable — purely manual or semi-automatic with end-of-record shutoff and auto-lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: Phono\/Line switchable (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono preamp: built in, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust cover: yes, removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: dust cover with hinges, platter with mat, tonearm headshell pre-mounted with 2M Blue, centering puck, counterweight, 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\u003eIs the Dual CS 618Q manual or automatic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth — you choose. Purely manual without end-of-record shutoff, or semi-automatic with end-of-record shutoff and automatic tonearm lift. You set this on the deck itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does direct drive get you over belt drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brushless direct drive controls speed quartz-stably and responds practically without delay to load fluctuations. That shows up above all in very consistent wow and flutter (\u0026lt; ±0.07%), noticeably below the belt drive of the CS-4xx\/5xx range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich cartridge is fitted on the CS 618Q?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Ortofon 2M Blue, one step above the 2M Red of the smaller models — finer stylus-tip geometry, more detail resolution, and channel separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho isn't the CS 618Q worth it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone already happy with the 2M Red and belt drive — the premium pays off above all with critical listening and higher-quality systems, not with a simple compact system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Dual CS 618Q Black Gloss at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause direct drive and semi-automatic logic need to be set up correctly — that's exactly what we handle during setup. Ask us about the right amplifier and speaker combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated amplifier with a high-quality phono input or an external phono preamp gets the maximum out of the 2M Blue — we're happy to show you suitable combinations from our range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53486823833936,"sku":null,"price":1299.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/dual-cs-618q-plattenspieler-hochglanz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787925417","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/dual-cs-618q-plattenspieler-schwarz-hochglanz","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}