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Zum Verkauf steht ein Dual CS 1236-1 Plattenspieler in gutem gebrauchten Zustand.
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Dual CS 1236-1 Plattenspieler inklusive vorhandenem Zubehör, jedoch ohne Bedienungsanleitung.
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A well-known mid-tier Dual, and €80 looks fair to slightly good for one that’s complete and working. Recent asking prices cluster around roughly €60 to €100 for normal used examples, with rougher or parts-only units much lower and cleaner, serviced ones a bit higher, so this sits near the sensible middle.
What makes it worthwhile is the usual Dual strength: a fully automatic, easy-to-live-with deck with solid vintage charm and good everyday performance when the mechanism is healthy. For a buyer, the big upside is original completeness, a decent cartridge, and evidence of recent service or a fresh belt/cleaning. At this price, I’d mainly want to confirm that the auto cycle, speed stability, and arm return are behaving properly.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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