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Dual 1019 Turntable Dual 1019 plinth needs minor repair.Comes with owner manual templates etc. Also new audio vault idler wheel Condition: Good Payment Method: Cash Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By Ktony 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $250 Date: January 25Jan 25
A$250 is a touch above the A$185 median, but still comfortably within the normal spread given the A$131 to A$277 comparable range, so this reads as fair-to-solid rather than ambitious. It is not a bargain by the numbers, but it is also not overpriced for a Dual 1019 if the deck is complete and working.
That makes it interesting because the 1019 is one of Dual’s classic idler-drive tables: mechanically substantial, musical, and very serviceable when sorted properly. The upside is in originality and condition, so check for a healthy motor, smooth auto functions, a usable platter bearing, and whether the cartridge, mat, and dust cover are present; at this age, a fresh service can matter more than cosmetics.
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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