Dual CS 718Q Manual Turntable

The Dual CS 718Q continues the legendary tradition of Dual’s iconic 7 Series, combining reference-grade analog performance with German precision engineering and leading autolift convenience. Built with a completely vibration-free direct drive motor, dynamic mass-less tracking force, and a carbon-aluminum sandwich tonearm, the CS 718Q delivers incredible audio fidelity, stability, and ease of use. Developed in Dual’s dedicated Design Centre in Germany and backed by a 5-year warranty, it stands as a modern flagship designed to last for generations. Key Features: Silent Direct Drive: Brushless motor with ironless air-core coils eliminates cogging and motor resonance completely. Classic Twin Gimbal Tonearm: Precision pivot ball bearings and twin gimbal mounting minimise micro-vibrations and tilting. Dynamic Tracking Force: High-precision German-made spiral spring ensures gravity-independent tracking, even on warped or off-level records. Carbon–Aluminum Sandwich Tonearm Tube: Offers maximum rigidity and resonance control with integrated precise height adjustment (+5 mm / -2 mm). Autolift & Auto-Stop Comfort: Preserves stylus life with automated tonearm lifting at the end of playback. Interchangeable Headshell: Features a screw-lock mechanism and azimuth adjustment for cartridge swaps in under a minute. Heavy Anti-Resonance Platter: 2.2 kg precision die-cast aluminum platter with a 4 mm heavy rubber mat and underside dampening coating. Premium Heavy MDF Plinth: Mounted on height-adjustable elastomer feet with integrated resonance absorbers; available in Satin Black or Real Walnut Veneer. 5-Year Warranty: Developed and engineered in Germany for long-term reliability and peace of mind. Availability & Demo. Our a demo unit is now available at HiFiSound, contact us to book your listening session and experience the Dual CS 718Q.

Rega Fono MC MK4 Moving Coil Phono Preamplifier - Customer Return

Please note: This is a one time listing for an ex-demonstration unit at a discounted price, please note there are substantial marks to the front of the unit. The Fono MC MK4 is an exceptionally high quality MC phono stage designed to maximise the potential of any low output MC cartridge. Although specifically designed to compliment the latest Rega range of moving coils you will find full adjustability for gain and loading via dip switches conveniently placed on the rear panel making the Fono MC MK4 compatible with a wide range of third party low output MC cartridges. Now housed in a brand new redesigned case to match the new Fono MM MK5 and Neo MK2 and Rega’s latest range of electronic components offering a modern look guaranteed to integrate in to any hi-fi system. Key Features: Dedicated moving coil phono stage Simple connectivity and operation Fully adjustable via DIP switches via rear panel MUSE operational amplifier used in RIAA equalization amplifer Two selectable gain settings Default factory settings matched for all Rega MC models Latest design custom casework Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects

Shelter 501 III Moving Coil Cartridge - Ex-Demo

Please Note: This is a one time listing for an ex-demonstration unit at a discounted price, please note there maybe cosmetic imperfections. The Shelter 501 III MC phono cartridge is the latest development of the 501 series. Through continued refinement, the 501 III is equally responsive to the most recent recordings or any of your most cherished albums. The 501 III has a combination of an aluminium-clad boron cantilever and an elliptical diamond stylus tip. The expressiveness, power and energy fare superbly balanced to the highest level.

Rega Planar 6 RS Turntable

Please Note: At the request of the manufacturer this item cannot be supplied by mail order. If you purchase this item, you can choose to collect it from our store or arrange a home installation. The Rega Planar 6 RS Edition represents a significant leap in performance, bridging the gap between the standard Planar 6 and the high-end Planar 8. This "Rega Special" edition retains the classic form factor and dustcover but incorporates elite engineering usually reserved for the tier above. Built on an ultra-lightweight Tancast 8 foam core plinth with a unique aluminum HP laminate skin, it provides a rigid, low-resonance foundation for its advanced components. The RS Edition comes factory-fitted with the precision RB880 tonearm and the multi-award-winning Nd9 moving magnet cartridge, both expertly aligned for immediate high-fidelity playback. Accuracy is further enhanced by a hand-tuned 24v motor driving an aluminum sub-platter via a CNC twin drive pulley and dual Reference EBLT drive belts, all governed by the included Neo MK2 PSU. Key Features: RB880 tonearm with custom stainless balance weight Nd9 Reference MM factory fitted as standard CNC Twin drive motor pulley Tancast 8 foam core plinth with HP laminate and metal skin Dual Layer float glass Opti-white clear glass platter Custom matched Neo Mk2 turntable power supply Twin Reference EBLT drive belts 24v low noise synchronous low voltage precision motor Double Brace Technology Smoked dustcover Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects Availability & Demo. We are excited to announce that our a demo unit is now available at HiFiSound, contact us to book your listening session and experience this ultimate Planar 6 package firsthand.

SPL Phonos Duo Phono Preamplifier

Meet the SPL Phonos Duo, everything audiophiles love about the acclaimed SPL Phonos, now with balanced stereo inputs and outputs for even greater versatility. Whether you're running a moving magnet (MM) or moving coil (MC) cartridge, SPL's proprietary VOLTAiR technology and the legendary Douglas-Self RIAA filter extract every nuance from your vinyl with breathtaking clarity and precision. On demo now in the striking red at HiFiSound Stockton alongside SPL Pre/Power amplification, come and hear it for yourself. Key Features  Moving Magnet(MM)/Moving Coil (MC) Switchable  1 x RCA Unbalanced Input, 1 x XLR Balanced Input 1 x RCA Unbalanced Output, 1 x XLR Balanced Output High/Medium/Low Gain selection switch Rumble filter switch Mono Switch for playing mono records Mute Switch

Naim Solstice Special Edition Turntable - Ex-Demo

Naim Audio has proudly designed and handcrafted music systems in the historic English city of Salisbury for almost 50 years. Just outside the city lies the World Heritage site of Stonehenge, its Neolithic standing stones perfectly framing the movements of the sun. Naim didn’t need to look far for naming inspiration for this very Special Edition, nor did they need to deviate from their own heritage: although Solstice is their first turntable, they have been venerating vinyl since the genesis of Naim in the late 1960s. If you love the organic authenticity of vinyl, you can now finally enjoy it with the musical purity and passion only a Naim system can deliver - welcome to a new dawn for music.