Dual is a brand that specializes in manufacturing and selling audio equipment, particularly turntables and record players. They are known for their high-quality products and their focus on providing excellent sound experiences.

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The Dual CS 502 is a turntable that features a belt drive system and offers two speeds: 33.33 RPM and 45 RPM. It incorporates a 4-point spring chassis suspension for improved stability and performance. The operation of the turntable is semi-automatic, enabling ease of use while maintaining precise playback. It also includes an anti-skating control, which helps to enhance sound quality by maintaining proper tracking. The motor is an 8-pole asynchronous type utilizing a flat belt drive, allowing for a quick startup time of just 2 seconds when playing at 33.33 RPM. The platter is detachable, non-magnetic, and weighs 1.3 kg with a diameter of 300 mm. The device features pitch control of 6% at 33.33 RPM, and it boasts impressive specifications regarding wow and flutter, rated at +/- 0.09%. The rumble measurements provide unweighted figures of less than 41 dB and weighted figures under 62 dB. The tonearm is designed with a torsion-resistant aluminum tubular design and features a 4-point gimbal tip bearing mechanism. It has a length of 222 mm, making it suitable for various cartridges that accept 1/2" mounts, with a weight capacity ranging from 4.5 to 10 grams and an overhang of 5 mm. The tracking force can be adjusted from 0 to 3 grams. The Dual CS 502 was manufactured from 1975 to 1976 and was priced new at $169.00 USD.

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