510 vs CS 506
The CS 506's wow & flutter is 0.070% against the 510's 0.080%, its platter weight 1.1 kg (2 lbs) against 1.3 kg (3 lbs), and its effective length 221 mm against 222 mm. Both share drive type (Belt).
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AnalogTurntablesTonearmsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$200
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the 510
The Dual 510 is a vintage HiFi belt-drive turntable from German manufacturer Dual, produced between 1975 and 1976. It features a dual 8-pole synchronous motor with precision flat belt drive, semi-automatic operation with auto arm lift and stop, manual start, pitch control, strobe light, and spring-loaded suspension. The tonearm is a torsion-resistant tubular aluminum design in a four-point gimbal suspension with minimal bearing friction. It supports standard 1/2-inch mount cartridges weighing 5.5-10g. Known for excellent speed stability and low noise, it was originally priced at $210 USD. Common issues include belt wear and motor speed problems on 60Hz power without upgrades.
Specifications
Turntable
Turntable mechanics and performance
- Speeds
- 33⅓, 45 RPM
- Drive Type
- belt
- Platter Weight
- 1.3 kg
- Wow & Flutter
- 0.080%
- Built-in Phono Stage
- No
Tonearm
Tonearm specifications
- Effective Length
- 222 mm
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 420 × 148 × 365 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 4.3 kg (9 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions