Dual CS 429

Features

Precise Optical Speed Control: The Dual CS 429 is a fully-automatic, belt-driven turntable that features precise optical speed control and a precision cut belt with a lower wow & flutter (+/-0.08%) for excellent sound reproduction. It also employs a low vibration DC-Servo-Motor with rubber mounting for vibration decoupling. You can choose from 33-1/3, 45 (adapter included), or 78 (requires different cartridge/stylus) RPM speeds.

Note: The drive belt comes fitted around the turntable flange and must be pulled over the drive motor pulley.

Solid MDF Plinth with Elastomer Feet: The Dual CS 429 turntable features a solid MDF plinth with folded MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) construction that is covered in a black vinyl veneer. The solid MDF plinth sits on four elastomer vibration absorber feet to prevent unwanted vibration that could lead to distortion. This very quiet platform provides excellent sound performance with low distortion.

Aluminum Die-Cast Platter with Rubber Mat: The CS 429 turntable uses a precise 12" (305mm) aluminum die-cast platter with a heavy 2.5mm thick rubber mat for resonance damping. The platter spins on a solid platter-bearing with a hardened steel spindle in a brass bushing.

Statically Balance Tonearm: The Dual CS 429 is fitted with a straight, statically balanced tonearm that features solid aluminum construction with ball-bearings for excellent tracking. Internal rubber damping construction decouples the tonearm from external vibrations.

• Fully Automatic: The fully automatic function of the CS 429 provides maximum ease of use. The tonearm automatically lifts, shifts across and drops with the push of a button. Simply place the vinyl record on the platter and push the start button. The tonearm will return to the tonearm rest automatically at the end of the record and the motor will switch off. Operation can also be stopped by pressing the "STOP" button.
• Fully Adjustable: The tonearm is also fully adjustable. This provides the option to change the pickup in the future and to alter the tracking-force and anti-skating accordingly.

Note: The tonearm can also be used in manual operation.

Ortofon 2M Red MM Cartridge: The CS 429 comes with a Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge featuring a bonded Elliptical diamond stylus. The 2M Red is an "all-purpose" MM cartridge known for its open, dynamic sound. The 2M Red cartridge features Ortofon's trademark split pole pins; an invention which enables moving magnet cartridges to have a flat frequency response. It also incorporates an improved engine to provide optimized sound reproduction and a high level of sonic accuracy.

Note: The Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge/stylus headshell assembly does not come pre-installed and must be installed on the tonearm prior to operation.

Built-in Phono Preamp: The CS 429 turntable features a built-in phono preamplifier that can be turned On or Off, so it can be connected to either a Phono MM input or Line-Level input on your AV receiver, stereo receiver, or integrated amplifier.

Stereo RCA Output: The Dual CS 429 is outfitted with a set of stereo RCA outputs and comes with a detachable 40" stereo RCA cable to connect the turntable to your AV receiver, stereo receiver, or integrated amplifier.

Dust Cover: A hinged clear plastic cover helps protect the Dual CS 429 turntable from dust and debris. The dust cover can also be removed.

• Dimensions with Dust Cover Closed: 17.125" (w) x 5.75" (h) x 15.3125" (d)
• Dimension with Dust Cover Open: 17.125" (w) x 15.6875" (h) x 16.4375" (d)

AC Power Adapter: The Dual CS 429 comes with an AC power adapter with an attached 58" cord that will need to be plugged into the back of the turntable and into an AC wall outlet or surge protector/line conditioner (sold separately - see Accessories Tab).