Dual CS 618Q – Manual High-End Turntable with Direct Drive

Dual CS 618Q – Manual High-End Turntable with Direct Drive and Automatic End-of-Record Lift
(available in Black, Walnut and Black High Gloss)

The Dual CS 618Q combines the legendary Dual direct-drive technology with modern convenience features. The high-quality direct drive operates almost silently, maintaining absolute speed stability and ensuring long-term reliability. Designed for demanding listeners, the CS 618Q delivers maximum precision and a first-class vinyl experience.

Equipped with a fully gimbal-mounted precision tonearm and the excellent Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge, the CS 618Q offers increased resolution, dynamics and musical detail. The automatic tonearm lift and electronic motor shut-off at the end of the record provide top-level convenience, while maintaining the purity of a manual high-end design.

Continuously adjustable anti-skating, electronic speed selection (33/45/78) and the removable headshell make operation intuitive and flexible.

Plinth
• MDF construction
• Finishes: vinyl wrap, high-gloss lacquer, walnut veneer
• Integrated (switchable) auto shutoff
• Feet with built-in resonance absorbers

Platter
• Aluminium die-cast platter
• Rigid, precision-machined design
• Solid platter bearing connected directly to the drive system
• Heavy rubber mat for resonance damping

Tonearm
• Fully gimbal-mounted
• Automatic tonearm lift at end of record
• Solid aluminium bearing assembly
• Four high-precision pivot ball bearings

Motor
• DC direct drive
• Quartz-locked electronic speed control (33/45/78)
• Coreless motor design for vibration-free operation
• Double-shielded rotor to avoid magnetic interference

Technical Specifications

Drive
• Direct drive
• Speeds: 33 / 45 / 78 RPM
• Wow & flutter: < ±0.07% (DIN weighted)

Platter
• Material: Aluminium die-cast
• Mat: 2.5 mm rubber
• Bearing: Hardened steel in brass bushing
• Diameter: 305 mm
• Weight (incl. mat): 1450 g

Tonearm
• Auto functions: Auto Stop, Auto Lift
• Bearing: 4 × pivot ball bearings, fully gimbal-mounted
• Effective length: 221.5 mm
• Offset angle: 25.6°
• Overhang: 19 mm
• Tracking force: Static, counterweight
• Tracking range: 0–4 g
• Cartridge weight range: 5–9 g
• Pre-installed cartridge: Ortofon 2M Blue

Chassis
• MDF
• Finishes: Black veneer, Black high-gloss, Walnut veneer
• Feet: Ø 62 mm, elastomer

Connections
• RCA output
• Compatible with phono input: Yes
• Compatible with line-level input: Yes
• Digital output: No

Dimensions & Weight
• 435 × 367 × 145 mm (dust cover closed)
• Dust cover open: Depth 415 mm / Height 400 mm
• Weight: 7.5 kg
• External AC/DC power supply

Processing time
1–3 business days

14-day return policy
If the product arrives damaged due to transport, Audio Everywhere covers the return shipping costs.

Warranty & Manufacturer Guarantee
Audio Everywhere provides a 2-year legal warranty according to EU consumer protection law.
Additionally, Dual GmbH provides a 5-year manufacturer’s guarantee for this product. Warranty claims can be handled through us as the authorized retailer.

EC | RE Authorized European Representative
Company: DUAL GmbH
Address: Hauptstrasse 1, 86925 Fuchstal, Germany
Phone: +49 (0)8191 915777-0
Email: info@dual.de

Delivery time

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Shipping costs

• Germany: free shipping from €250
• EU-wide: free shipping from €350
• Switzerland, Norway, United Kingdom: free shipping from €1,000

Deliveries outside the EU

For deliveries outside the EU, German VAT is deducted from the displayed price — you pay the net price. Please note: additional costs may arise in the destination country, e.g. import duties, import taxes or local charges. These costs are beyond our control and are borne by the buyer.

Returns

Audio Everywhere offers a 14-day return policy. If the package arrives damaged, we cover the return shipping costs. For questions about returns, you can reach us by email, WhatsApp or phone — please include your order number.

For details on warranty and guarantee, please refer to the respective product description.

Safety information — Audio Everywhere

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Electronic devices (amplifiers, streamers, CD players, turntables)

Operate only in dry, enclosed indoor spaces. Avoid moisture, direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Use only the specified mains voltage — do not overload power strips. Do not switch on devices with damaged cables or housings. Keep ventilation slots clear: at least 10 cm distance from walls and other devices. Place stably and securely — no open liquid containers nearby. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Speakers

Place on a stable surface or suitable stands. No moisture, no direct sunlight. Operate only with matching amplifiers and correctly polarised cables. Do not use as a storage surface. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Cables (speaker cables, RCA, power cables)

Use only for the intended purpose. Always pull by the plug, never by the cable. Avoid kinks, sharp edges and pressure from heavy objects. Replace visibly damaged cables immediately. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Accessories (adapters, mounts, cleaning agents, styli, headshells)

Use only according to the manufacturer's instructions. No aggressive cleaning agents, no damp environments. Store small parts safely due to choking hazard. Mount accessories correctly to avoid damage or malfunction.

General notes

Read the operating instructions before use. No unauthorised repairs or opening of devices. Always contact a specialist service for technical problems. We are happy to answer any questions about safe use at any time.

Taxes and pricing according to German VAT law (UStG)

Consumers in Germany and the EU

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Deliveries to third countries (outside the EU)

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Used products (margin scheme)

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B-stock

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