The Dual CS 429 is a fully automatic hi-fi turntable designed for effortless vinyl enjoyment. With the push of a button, the tonearm automatically positions itself, allowing you to play records without manual adjustments. Featuring a solid MDF plinth, vibration-damping feet, and an aluminium die-cast platter with a heavy rubber mat, this turntable minimizes external vibrations for clear, precise sound. The straight, statically balanced tonearm supports various cartridges with adjustable tracking force and antiskating, while the DC belt drive with optical speed control ensures stable playback at 33, 45, or 78 RPM. Pre-installed with the Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, the CS 429 delivers detailed audio, reliability, and convenience for both new and seasoned vinyl enthusiasts.
Key Features
- Fully automatic tonearm with start/stop functionality
- Adjustable tonearm for different cartridge weights and antiskating
- Aluminium die-cast platter with rubber mat for vibration reduction
- DC belt drive with optical speed control for accurate 33/45/78 RPM playback
- Solid MDF plinth with subchassis construction and vibration-damping feet
- Pre-installed Ortofon 2M Red cartridge for superior sound quality
- Removable dust cover to protect your vinyl collection
Why Buy
The CS 429 combines convenience, precision, and classic vinyl performance in one sleek package. Its automatic operation, quality construction, and sound accuracy make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enjoy records effortlessly.
- Automatic operation for easy, no-fuss vinyl playback
- High-quality materials and vibration control for consistent sound
- Versatile tonearm accommodates a range of cartridges and stylus pressures
Product Specifications
| DUAL CS 429 - Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product Overview | |
| Product Type | Fully automatic hi-fi record player (turntable) |
| Drive / Motor | DC – Belt (regulated) with optical speed control and rubber motor mountings |
| Speed Settings | 33 / 45 / 78 RPM |
| Wow & Flutter | < ±0,08 % (DIN rated) |
| Platter | Aluminium die-cast platter (305 mm diameter) with heavy 2.5 mm rubber mat — hardened steel spindle in brass bushing |
| Audio / Tonearm | |
| Tonearm | Straight, statically balanced; solid aluminium construction with ball bearings; effective length 221.5 mm; overhang 19 mm; offset angle 25.6° |
| Auto-Start / Stop | Automatic (start / stop function) — fully automatic or manual operation |
| Stylus Pressure Range | 0 g to 4 g (factory adjustable) |
| Factory Installed Cartridge | Ortofon 2M Red |
| Connectivity | |
| Outputs | RCA socket (phono output) — connection to phono input: ✓ ; connection to line input: ✓ (selectable) |
| Fixed/Removable Cables | RCA socket (external RCA cable required) |
| Digital Output | ✕ (none) |
| Video / Display | |
| Display / GUI | N/A (mechanical controls and start/stop button; removable dust cover) |
| Mechanical / Build | |
| Plinth / Chassis | Solid MDF with subchassis construction and rubber dampers; elastomer vibration absorbers in feet; vinyl veneer / black finish |
| Feet | Ø 62 mm elastomer-damped feet |
| Antiskating | Accurate spring-loaded antiskating |
| Power and Dimensions | |
| Power Supply | External power supply |
| Dimensions (closed dustcover) | 435 x 367 x 145 mm |
| Dimensions (open / with dustcover removed) | D: 415 mm / H: 400 mm |
| Weight | 6.6 kg |
| Additional Features | |
| Included Accessories | Heavy rubber platter mat, removable dust cover (standard) |
| Adjustability | Adjustable tonearm for different cartridges (tracking force and antiskating adjustable); supports cartridge weights 5 g to 9 g |
| Finish / Colour | Vinyl veneer / Black |
| Certifications and Warranty | |
| Certifications | See manufacturer (Declarations of Conformity available on DUAL site) |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty — refer to DUAL warranty terms for CS series |