Description

Dual CS 618Q is a manual quartz-stabilized direct-drive turntable with automatic end-of-record lift and motor stop. Its twin-gimbal tonearm, Ortofon 2M Blue and switchable MM phono stage target listeners who want precision without leaving the stylus running in the lead-out groove.

Why it stands out

Quartz-stabilized direct drive

The coreless, shielded drive provides fast, stable 33, 45 and 78 RPM rotation without a belt.

Automatic lift and stop

At the end of a record, the arm lifts and the motor stops while the deck retains manual cueing and start.

Ortofon 2M Blue included

The nude-elliptical stylus offers a meaningful resolution upgrade over the 2M Red supplied on lower CS models.

Twin-gimbal precision arm

Four pivot ball bearings, adjustable tracking and a removable headshell support careful setup and cartridge changes.

Best for

• Listeners prioritizing direct-drive speed stability
• Manual playback with end-of-side protection
• Higher-resolution cartridge performance
• Systems using either line or MM phono inputs

Not ideal for

• One-button automatic start and return
• Bluetooth or USB audio systems
• DJ use requiring pitch control or cue controls

Product Details and Setup Views

EMiUZEK Buying Notes

• The CS 618Q is manual at the start of playback; auto lift and motor stop occur at the end, but the arm does not return automatically.
• Although 78 RPM is supported, the supplied 2M Blue stylus is not intended for 78 RPM grooves.
• This is a home Hi-Fi deck, not a DJ turntable; it has no pitch fader.

Frequently asked questions

Is the CS 618Q fully automatic?

No. Playback starts manually; automatic lift and motor stop protect the stylus at the end.

Is it direct drive?

Yes. The motor is quartz stabilized and coreless.

Which cartridge is included?

An Ortofon 2M Blue.

Does it include a phono preamp?

Yes. The MM phono stage is switchable for line or phono-level output.

Can it play 78 RPM?

The motor supports 78 RPM, but a suitable 78 RPM stylus or cartridge is required.

Does the tonearm return automatically?

No. It lifts at the end; return the arm to its rest manually.

Does it have Bluetooth?

No. Audio output is analog RCA.

HOW TO CONNECT

Powered speakers

Source: Record
Connection: Internal phono stage set to LINE
Output connection: RCA cable to analog speaker input

Integrated amplifier

Source: Record
Connection: Internal phono stage set to LINE
Output connection: RCA cable to AUX/CD input

External MM phono stage

Source: Record
Connection: Internal phono stage bypassed
Output connection: RCA to phono stage, then amplifier

Technical Specifications

Additional Product Content

Comparison: Dual CS 618Q vs Dual CS 518 vs Dual CS 529

Use the differences below to choose by operation style, drive system and upgrade priorities.