{"product_id":"dual-cs518","title":"Dual CS 518","description":"\u003cp\u003eDual CS 518 is a manual belt-drive turntable built around Dual's twin-gimbal precision tonearm. It retains the Ortofon 2M Red and switchable MM phono stage of the CS 418 while upgrading the arm platform for more demanding cartridge use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy it stands out\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTwin-gimbal tonearm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour fine pivot ball bearings guide the cartridge with greater bearing sophistication than the CS 418.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReady-to-play cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe factory-installed Ortofon 2M Red offers balanced performance and a replaceable stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlexible phono integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switchable MM stage allows direct line-level connection or use of a dedicated external phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManual three-speed control\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eElectronic 33, 45 and 78 RPM selection supports varied record collections with the correct stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinyl enthusiasts prioritizing tonearm quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual listening rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge-upgrade paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystems with either line or MM phono inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNot ideal for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic start or return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth-only playback systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers who do not want initial tonearm setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details and Setup Views\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7422\/8829\/files\/Dual-cs518-006_791ab356-41d2-45b0-9264-0c554b95644c.webp?v=1759818850\" alt=\"Dual CS 518 manual turntable overview\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7422\/8829\/files\/Dual-cs518-007.webp?v=1760937373\" alt=\"Dual CS 518 full-width turntable view\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7422\/8829\/files\/Dual-cs518-005_3dea7002-b1bf-4c63-a438-4da3fc55cedf.webp?v=1759818850\" alt=\"Dual CS 518 twin-gimbal tonearm detail\" style=\"width:100%; height:auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEMiUZEK Buying Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe key upgrade over CS 418 is the twin-gimbal, four-bearing tonearm; general drive and cartridge specifications are otherwise similar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a dedicated 78 RPM stylus or cartridge for shellac records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect LINE only for line-level inputs; bypass the internal stage for a true MM PHONO input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the CS 518 automatic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a fully manual turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does it differ from CS 418?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts principal upgrade is the twin-gimbal tonearm with four pivot ball bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich cartridge is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Ortofon 2M Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs a phono preamp built in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The MM stage is switchable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it play 78 RPM records?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, when fitted with a suitable 78 RPM stylus or cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade the cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It supports compatible 5–9 g cartridges and has a removable headshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHOW TO CONNECT\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePowered speakers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Record\u003cbr\u003eConnection: Internal phono stage set to LINE\u003cbr\u003eOutput connection: RCA cable to analog speaker input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated amplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Record\u003cbr\u003eConnection: Internal phono stage set to LINE\u003cbr\u003eOutput connection: RCA cable to AUX\/CD input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExternal phono system\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Record\u003cbr\u003eConnection: Internal phono stage bypassed\u003cbr\u003eOutput connection: RCA to MM phono stage, then amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC motor, belt drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 \/ 45 \/ 78 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWow and flutter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; ±0.1% (DIN rated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTonearm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-gimbal aluminium; four pivot ball bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–4 g; compatible cartridge mass 5–9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e305 mm die-cast aluminium; 850 g including mat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA sockets; switchable phono\/line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions \/ weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e435 × 367 × 145 mm; 5.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Product Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComparison: Dual CS 518 vs Dual CS 418 vs Dual CS 618Q\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the differences below to choose by operation style, drive system and upgrade priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDual CS 518\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDual CS 418\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDual CS 618Q\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual with auto lift\/stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuartz direct drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTonearm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-gimbal, four bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBall-bearing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-gimbal, four bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrtofon 2M Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest reason to choose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpgraded arm at midrange price\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower-cost entry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect drive and end-of-side protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Dual","offers":[{"title":"Brown \/ US","offer_id":43693489586269,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Brown-US","price":2924.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ EU","offer_id":43740836692061,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Brown-EU","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ AU","offer_id":43740836724829,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Brown-AU","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ UK","offer_id":43740836757597,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Brown-UK","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ US","offer_id":43740836790365,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Black-US","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ EU","offer_id":43740836823133,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Black-EU","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ AU","offer_id":43740836855901,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Black-AU","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ UK","offer_id":43740836888669,"sku":"DUAL-CS-518-Black-UK","price":3567.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7422\/8829\/files\/Dual_CS_518-1.webp?v=1784794996","url":"https:\/\/emiuzek.com\/pt-br\/products\/dual-cs518","provider":"EMiUZEK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}