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This sale is for the Dual 1019 turntable in its wood case only, please see all photos for details of what is included with this unit, cables and any other accessories are not included. THE CARTRIDGE/HEADSHELL IS CURRENTLY UNMOUNTED AND THIS UNIT IS BEING SOLD FOR PARTS OR REPAIR. I do not have the availability to fully test, repair, or reassemble it. Only purchase if you are able to repair or use for parts. Conduct an online product search so that you are 100% certain that this model unit is compatible and match with your specific needs, sold as is, all items have warranty stickers and recorded SN. Do not remove warranty stickers until after you are satisfied with purchase.The following added note is because of the many inquiries I have recieved concerning my AV units.Hello,I obtain these units from a public auction, estate sales and other means. I purchase them frequently and now I have a backlog. I do not have the time right now to check every single port for function, I leave that up to the buyer. These units are sold as is for now, to cover my costs. These units are for someone who can repair them or use for parts, if necessary. Eventually, I will set something up, but for now, I am accepting reasonable offers to cover my costs, including shipping costs, with a minimal profit margin. I just can not test them all, I have so many coming in, and other models in storage. I appreciate your interest, and I will only consider serious offers. Thank you.
At US$120, this sits well below the recent used-market median of US$175 and even under the 25th percentile at US$148, so it reads as a strong deal rather than a merely fair one. For a classic Dual automatic, that’s a compelling entry price if the table is complete and operational.
The appeal here is the model’s core strength: a cleverly engineered idler-drive deck with convenient automation, solid timing, and the kind of musical, listenable presentation that keeps vintage fans coming back. At this price, the upside is real even if it needs routine service, but buyers should still confirm the platter starts cleanly, the auto cycle works, and any cartridge, mat, or dust cover is accounted for.
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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