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Ich verkaufe aus meiner Sammlung einen sehr gepflegten Dual 1228, die Oberklasse der damaligen vollautomatischen Reibradplattenspieler. Das Gerät funktioniert einwandfrei und kann vor Kauf besichtigt und getestet werden. Die Haube ist riss- und bruchfrei, lediglich ein kleiner Kratzer auf der Oberseite, der sich nicht fotografieren lässt.
Da Privatverkauf, ohne jegliche Garantie oder Gewährleistung, keine Rücknahme.
Kostenlose Selbstabholung, versicherter Versand zzgl. 9,90€
Barzahlung bei Abholung, bei Versand PayPal für Freunde oder Banküberweisung.
Compared with the obvious alternative—an unserviced vintage deck at the same money—this excellent-condition Dual 1228 is fairly priced, not a bargain but certainly not ambitious. At €110, it sits exactly on the comparable-listing median, well below the €155 upper quartile. That makes it a sensible buy if the condition claim is credible and the deck is fully operational.
The 1228 is a well-regarded compact idler-drive automatic, offering a lively presentation, pitch control, cueing, strobe, and convenient automatic operation. Its substantial platter and straightforward mechanics give it real enthusiast appeal rather than merely retro charm. The main thing to confirm is that speed is steady and the arm cycles and returns correctly: neglected examples can need cleaning, lubrication, or idler attention. If those functions check out, €110 is a solid, enjoyable entry into classic Dual ownership.
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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