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Condition: Used. fully workingTechnical Info:Model: DUAL 1218 / CR-50 with HECO SM-635Device type: Stereo systemPower / Voltage: 110/220VIncluded accessory: SHURE M71 cartridgeThis set includes an automatic 3-speed idler-drive turntable, a transistor receiver, and HECO SM-635 speakers. The source states it is in fully working condition.🎙️ Time That Still Sounds AliveThere is a special appeal in a complete vintage audio system built around real materials, tactile controls, and analog listening rituals. This DUAL-based setup brings together vinyl playback, stereo radio, and matching speakers in one characterful classic system.👤 If you are reading this, you probably understandYou are looking for more than a modern disposable device. A system like this offers the feel of a true vintage setup: automatic record playback, receiver tuning, and the visual warmth of natural veneer cabinets.🎧 What you get beyond the soundThe DUAL 1218 turntable is described with a heavy cast platter, 3-speed idler drive, full automatic operation with manual mode, and a SHURE M71 cartridge. The CR-50 receiver adds stereo tuning with 5 preset stations and a built-in phono stage, making this a practical system for vinyl listening without needing extra components.The HECO SM-635 speakers complete the set with confirmed 4 Ohm impedance, 25/35W power handling, and 45-20000 Hz frequency range. Together, the components create a ready classic-style system for music listening, display, or integration into a vintage interior.This is more than a used vintage device. It is a complete classic audio set presented with clear component details so the buyer can understand what is included.🧠 Collector’s / Model NoteThe DUAL 1218 is an idler-drive automatic turntable from the classic era of German record player design, focused on mechanical precision and convenient operation. Systems built around separate turntable, receiver, and speaker components remain appealing because they offer flexible listening and the traditional hi-fi experience of the period.📦 Dimensions & Weight:Size: 460 × 250 × 200 mmSize in cm: 46 × 25 × 20 cmSize in inches: approx. 18.1 × 9.8 × 7.9 inWeight: 9 kgWeight in pounds: approx. 19.8 lbs⚙️ Technical Information:Model: DUAL 1218 / CR-50 with HECO SM-635Production / Origin: UkrainePower: 110/220V🔔
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The asking price of US$1,204 is clearly ambitious compared to the typical used market, as it significantly exceeds the 75th percentile of US$750 and sits well above the median of US$296 from your database. This is not a bargain; it is a premium price that demands a pristine, fully restored condition to justify the cost, especially given that most listings for this model in the US range between US$80 and US$200 depending on condition.
The Dual 1218 remains a legendary, belt-drive record changer praised as one of the best tables Dual ever made, offering elegant simplicity and durable performance once properly overhauled. Its rarity as a 3-speed, dynamically balanced unit with a Stanton 681 cartridge body adds meaningful upside for collectors who value original-owner condition and vintage idler sound. However, at this price point, buyers must verify the motor, belt, and feet are intact, as age-related wear is common and missing accessories would make this a risky investment rather than a clear opportunity.
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Dual emerged from the Black Forest region of Germany in 1907, when brothers Christian and Joseph Steidinger began manufacturing clockwork and gramophone components in St. Georgen. The company adopted its now-iconic name in 1927 after pioneering dual-mode power supplies that allowed gramophones to operate from either mains electricity or mechanical wind-up mechanisms. This innovation marked the beginning of Dual's transition from component supplier to full-fledged audio manufacturer, establishing a foundation of engineering precision that would define the brand for decades.
Dual built its reputation primarily as a turntable specialist, becoming Europe's largest turntable manufacturer by the post-war era with over 3,000 employees across multiple factories. Beyond vinyl playback, the company expanded into cassette players, CD players, and broader consumer electronics throughout the 1970s and 1980s, demonstrating versatility across analog and digital formats. The company's focus on mechanical excellence and stable drive systems earned it recognition as a dependable, quality-focused manufacturer throughout its European heyday.
Today, Dual occupies a fragmented market position following corporate restructuring in the 1990s and subsequent ownership changes. The original German turntable line continues production in St. Georgen under Alfred Fehrenbacher GmbH, maintaining traditional manufacturing standards and appealing to vintage enthusiasts and collectors. Separately, Namsung Electronics markets Dual-branded consumer electronics in the Americas at accessible price points. The brand's legacy rests primarily on its classic turntables, which remain highly sought after by collectors and audiophiles valuing precision engineering and heritage craftsmanship.
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