{"product_id":"dual-cs-718q-plattenspieler-walnuss","title":"Dual CS 718Q Turntable without Cartridge, Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dual CS 718Q Walnut is the wood-veneer version of the manual direct-drive turntable with carbon-aluminum tonearm — technically identical to the black variant, supplied without a cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the CS 718Q in walnut?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon-aluminum tonearm, direct drive, RCA\/XLR output — everything stays unchanged. The walnut veneer replaces the black surface and thereby visibly fits better into warm, wood-accented interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear and get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with the black model, sound depends largely on the cartridge you choose — the tonearm and platter are identical and offer the same foundation for a high-quality system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the CS 718Q Walnut suited for? (and who isn't it for — let's be direct)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who values a wood look and already knows (or wants advice on) which cartridge to fit. If you want a complete package without extra effort, you're better served by the CS 618Q.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame tonearm mechanics, warmer look — here too, a matter of interior design, not technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (lid closed): 435 × 367 × 155 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10.0 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: direct drive, brushless motor, ironless coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33 \/ 45 \/ 78 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWow and flutter: \u0026lt; ±0.05% (DIN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: carbon-aluminum sandwich, fully gimbaled, height-adjustable (+5\/−2 mm), effective length 221.5 mm, massless tracking-force adjustment 0–3 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: not included (compatible weight 3–13 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter: die-cast aluminum\/rubber, Ø 305 mm, 2200 g with mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: RCA and XLR (balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono preamp: no, pure phono output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust cover: yes, included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Dual CS 718Q come with a cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, deliberately not. The CS 718Q is supplied without a cartridge so you can choose your own system to fit your price range and preference — from MM to a high-end MC system, compatible weight 3–13 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the CS 718Q have a built-in phono preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The CS 718Q provides a pure phono output via RCA and additionally balanced via XLR — so you definitely need a phono preamp or a phono input on your amplifier as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the CS 718Q have both RCA and XLR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLR delivers a balanced, lower-noise connection to amplifiers with a matching phono input; RCA remains the universal alternative for most existing systems. You choose based on the equipment you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho isn't the CS 718Q a good choice for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants a complete package without extra effort — here you have to plan for a cartridge and phono preamp separately. If you'd rather not, the CS 618Q with the 2M Blue included suits you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Dual CS 718Q Walnut at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause choosing the cartridge, tracking force, and phono preamp is genuinely a topic for advice — that's exactly where we draw on decades of experience to put together the right overall package for you, not just a single device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cartridge of your choice (MM or MC), a matching phono preamp, and an amplifier with an XLR phono input are what complete the CS 718Q Walnut — we're happy to put the combination together for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53486824194384,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/dual-cs-718q-plattenspieler-walnuss-frontansicht.jpg?v=1787925417","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/dual-cs-718q-plattenspieler-walnuss","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}