Dual CS429

Dual CS 429 Fully Automatic Turntable with Ortofon 2M Red cartridge

The fully automatic functionality of the CS 429 provides maximum ease of use for playing your 33-1⁄3, 45, and 78 rpm records. The tonearm automatically lifts, shifts across, and drops autonomously with the push of a button. Simply place the vinyl record on the platter and push Start. Once a side of the record has played through, the tonearm lifts, returns to rest, and the motor shuts off on its own for peace of mind.

That doesn't mean this turntable isn't well-suited towards the vinyl enthusiast, as it remains customizable. While the excellent Ortofon 2M Red moving magnet cartridge is included, CS 429 has a fully adjustable tonearm. This provides the option to change and upgrade your phono cartridge in the future, and to alter the tracking force and anti-skating accordingly. There's also a built-in phono preamplifier which can be enabled or bypassed.

The internal rubber damping construction decouples the tonearm and platter from external vibrations. This very quiet platform — combined with precise optical speed control — provides excellent sound performance.

DETAILS

Plinth: Solid MDF
Subchassis construction with rubber dampers
Elastomer vibration absorber inside the feet
Removable dust cover

Platter: Aluminum Die-cast

Precise aluminium die-cast
Heavy rubber mat for resonance damping
Solid platter bearing with a hardened steel spindle in a brass bushing

Tonearm: Straight, statically balanced

All functions are fully automatic or manual
Solid aluminum construction with ball-bearings
Accurate spring loaded antiskating and adjustable tracking force

Drive: DC Motor / Belt

Optical speed control at the motor
Rubber mountings for vibration decoupling
Precision cut belt for lower wow & flutter
Rotary speed selector (33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm)

Warranty: 5 Years

Dual turntables from decades past have proven themselves over time
The included 5-year warranty continues this commitment to quality
Does not include wear and tear components, such as cartridge and belt