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Rediscover the rich, authentic sound of vinyl with the Dual CS 455 Fully Automatic Turntable—a precision-engineered record player that combines classic analog warmth with effortless usability. Designed and manufactured in Germany, this turntable is built for listeners who value both sound quality and convenience.
At the heart of the CS 455 is a belt-drive system powered by a DC motor with electronic speed control, ensuring stable rotation and low vibration for accurate playback. With support for 33, 45, and even 78 RPM speeds, it offers versatility across your entire record collection, from LPs to vintage shellac discs.
The fully automatic operation makes listening simple—just press a button and the tonearm lifts, positions, and returns automatically at the end of the record. This user-friendly design is ideal for both beginners and seasoned vinyl enthusiasts who want convenience without sacrificing performance.
Built with a floating sub-chassis and vibration-damped aluminium platter, the CS 455 minimizes unwanted resonance, delivering clean, detailed audio with excellent channel separation. Its precision tonearm with adjustable tracking force and anti-skating ensures accurate groove tracking and reduced record wear.
Please note: Collection from our Murarrie showroom or freight at buyer's expense. We do not offer free shipping on traded equipment.
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Condition is unknown, so the A$285 ask sits right on the median of recent AUD comps and reads as fair value, not a bargain. With a 25th percentile at A$240 and 75th at A$347, it’s neatly in the middle of the pack.
That makes it a sensible buy if the deck is complete and working well. The CS 455 is well regarded for smooth automatic operation, solid build, and an easy, musical presentation; the main upside is getting a clean, original example without paying up for a top-quartile listing. At this price, I’d mainly want confirmation on cueing, speed stability, cartridge/stylus condition, and whether the dust cover, platter mat, and 45 adapter are included.
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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