{"product_id":"dual-gegengewicht-plus","title":"Dual Gegengewicht+, Additional Counterweight for CS Tonearms","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dual Gegengewicht+ is a 10 gram additional counterweight that extends the adjustment range of the tonearm and makes it possible to balance heavier cartridges on Dual CS turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome cartridges are so heavy that the standard counterweight reaches its limits. Then persuasion doesn't help, but a bit more mass at the right end does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy an additional weight?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tonearm has to be balanced before the tracking force is set. If the cartridge is too heavy, the original counterweight is no longer enough. The Gegengewicht+ is screwed onto the thread at the rear end of the tonearm and works together with the existing counterweight, which remains fully adjustable. The compact design ensures that the tonearm does not hit the closed cover when swinging in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10 g additional weight with a precisely fitting thread for cartridges weighing around 9 to 12 g. After mounting, you rebalance the tonearm and set the tracking force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Gegengewicht+ for? (and who is it not for – plain talk)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor owners of a CS 518, 529, 618Q, 629Q or 718Q with a fully gimbal-mounted tonearm who want to fit a heavier cartridge. If you stick with a normal-weight cartridge, you don't need it. According to Dual, it is not intended for the CS 329, 418 and 429.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small piece of metal with a big effect for everyone who wants to ask a heavier cartridge of their tonearm. Without it, it often simply doesn't work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits: Dual CS 518, CS 529, CS 618Q, CS 629Q and CS 718Q with fully gimbal-mounted tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for cartridges weighing around 9 to 12 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: thread at the rear end of the tonearm, in addition to the standard counterweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do I need the Gegengewicht+?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your cartridge, at around 9 to 12 g, is so heavy that the tonearm can no longer be balanced with the standard counterweight. The additional weight extends the adjustment range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Dual models is it suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor CS 518, CS 529, CS 618Q, CS 629Q and CS 718Q with fully gimbal-mounted tonearm. The supplier list names CS 518, 529, 618 and 629. It is not intended for CS 329, 418 and 429.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it mounted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou screw the additional weight onto the thread at the rear end of the tonearm and use it together with the existing counterweight. Then you rebalance the tonearm and set tracking force and anti-skating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the tonearm hit the cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. According to Dual, the compact design is chosen so that the tonearm does not hit the closed dust cover when swinging in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Dual Gegengewicht+ from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the right interplay of tonearm, weight and cartridge takes experience. We tell you in advance whether your cartridge needs an additional weight and help with the setup. Call 044 680 22 00 or send a WhatsApp message to 076 534 22 00 (text only, no calls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will find the matching cartridge in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e collection, alignment aids and more tools in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler-zubehor\"\u003eTurntable Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53844376420688,"sku":"305693","price":22.9,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/dual-gegengewicht-plus-zusatzgewicht-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1792602209","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/dual-gegengewicht-plus","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}