Dual CS-528 Belt-Drive Turntable – Made in Germany, Serviced

Dual CS-528 Belt-Drive Turntable – Made in Germany, Fully Serviced

The Dual CS-528 is a well-engineered belt-drive turntable from 1981-1983, manufactured in Germany during Dual’s established reputation for delivering quality analog playback at accessible prices. The CS-528 features fully-automatic operation with reliable build quality, precise speed stability, and a low-mass aluminum tonearm designed for clean, distortion-free playback.

The turntable’s 16-pole asynchronous motor with flat belt drive delivers smooth, quiet operation with excellent speed stability—wow and flutter measured at just ±0.07% unweighted (±0.04% DIN weighted), ensuring rock-solid playback. The 304mm aluminum die-cast platter weighs 1.0kg and provides sufficient rotational inertia for consistent performance. Fully-automatic functionality includes automatic start upon lowering the tonearm, automatic lift at the end of the record, and cue control, making record playback convenient without sacrificing sound quality.

The ultra-low-mass aluminum tubular tonearm employs 4-point gimbal tip bearing geometry with 221mm effective length, minimizing tracking distortion and ensuring clean groove tracking. A luminous stroboscope on the front panel allows precise speed verification, and ±6% pitch control enables fine-tuning for tempo-critical playback. Front-panel controls include start/stop buttons, cue control, and speed selection (33.33/45 RPM), making the CS-528 user-friendly and intuitive.

This unit has been fully serviced following assessment of multiple system issues and needs. Our technician performed comprehensive service work including motor adjustment, mechanism repair, full testing, and installation of upgraded components. The turntable is equipped with a brand new Ortofon OM series cartridge with elliptical stylus, mounted on a quality headshell adapter for proper compatibility and performance. The dust cover has been professionally restored, and the ground cable has been upgraded with a spade connector for secure, hum-free grounding. Speed adjustments were made to ensure accurate playback. The unit has been well-tested and plays with great sound quality.

Belt-drive turntable manufactured in Germany (1981-1983)

16-pole asynchronous motor with EDS SM 100-1 flat belt drive system

Wow and flutter: ±0.07% unweighted, ±0.04% DIN/WRMS

Rumble: <48dB unweighted, <70dB weighted

304mm aluminum die-cast platter, 1.0kg mass

Ultra-low-mass aluminum tubular tonearm, 4-point gimbal bearing, 221mm effective length

Accepts all 1/2″ mount cartridges with 4.5-10g tracking force range

Tracking force adjustment: 0-3 grams

Frequency response: 10-28,000 Hz

Fully-automatic operation: automatic start, lift, and cue control

Luminous stroboscope for speed verification

Pitch control: ±6% at 33.33 RPM

Startup time (33.33 RPM): 2-2.5 seconds

Brand new Ortofon OM series cartridge with elliptical stylus installed on headshell adapter

Dust cover professionally restored

Ground cable upgraded with spade connector for hum-free grounding

Speed adjustment performed for accurate playback

Fully serviced and tested; plays with excellent sound quality

Dimensions: (Width x Height x Depth) 440 x 137 x 390 mm (17.3 x 5.4 x 15.4 inches)
Weight: 4 kg (8.8 lbs)

The Dual CS-528 represents an excellent value proposition for vinyl enthusiasts seeking a reliable, fully-automatic belt-drive turntable with clean sound reproduction. German engineering combined with thoughtful automatic features makes the CS-528 particularly appealing to listeners who value convenience without sacrificing analog performance. With complete professional service, upgraded Ortofon cartridge, restored dust cover, and verified excellent sound quality, this CS-528 is ready for years of dependable vinyl playback.

Backed by Radique Audio’s 90-day warranty and our perpetual trade-back policy, you can purchase with confidence; asking $375.