The Dual CL 281 is a belt-drive turntable that features a sturdy, vibration-dampening design suitable for vinyl playback. It typically comes with a quartz-locked speed control for precise rotation and can accommodate various types of cartridges. The turntable often has adjustable tracking force and anti-skating mechanisms to enhance audio fidelity and minimize record wear. The CL 281 may include a built-in phono preamp for direct connection to amplifiers lacking a dedicated phono input.