Detail 01
Switchable MM phono preamp
It provides a selectable phono-preamp option within the turntable.
Product detailSKU #1500000456508
Dual TurntablesCS518 Manual Turntable featuring Dual Twin Gimbal Arm and Ortofon Red Cartridge Walnut
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The walnut CS518 is a manual belt-drive turntable for playing 33, 45, and 78 RPM records. Its arm is mounted on four pivot ball bearings in a twin-gimbal arrangement, with an Ortofon 2M Red pickup already installed. A switchable MM phono preamp supports different connection approaches, and the turntable provides both line-input and phono-input connections. The 12-inch die-cast aluminum platter works with a rubber mat, while the MDF plinth and elastomer feet form the supporting structure.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Manual vinyl listening across 33, 45, and 78 RPM record speeds.
- Audio systems arranged for either line-input or phono-input connection.
- Buyers wanting a turntable with an Ortofon 2M Red pickup already installed.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Users who require automatic start and stop operation.
- Setups that require a digital output.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
33/45/78 RPM
Three playback-speed settings are available.
Detail 03
Wow and flutter: under ±0.1% (DIN rated)
The listed speed-variation rating is under ±0.1%.
Detail 04
Elastomer feet
The feet are elastomer and have a 62 mm diameter.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a manual turntable with no automatic start/stop function.
- 02Confirm whether your system uses a line input or phono input.
- 03Allow for 16.34 inches of depth and 15.75 inches of height when the dustcover is open.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a cartridge already fitted?
Yes. It is supplied with a factory-installed Ortofon 2M Red pickup.
02What speeds are available?
33, 45, and 78 RPM.
03Does it offer line and phono connections?
Yes. Both connection types are listed.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Auto-Start/-Stop Function
- No
28 detailsOther
- Mat
- Rubber 0.10" (2.5 mm)
- Open Dustcover
- Depth: 16.34" (415 mm) / Height: 15.75" (400 mm)
- Weight (incl. Mat)
- 1.87 lb. (850 g)
- Overhang
- 0.75" (19 mm)
- Bearing
- 4 x Pivot ball-bearing / twin gimbal mounting
- Factory Installed Pickup
- Ortofon 2M Red
- Power Supply
- External AC/DC adapter
- RCA Socket
- Yes
- Tier
- new
- Digital Output
- No
- Drive
- Belt
- Diameter
- 12" (305 mm)
- Category Source
- detail
- Wow & Flutter
- < ±0.1 % (DIN rated)
- Effective Length
- 8.72" (221.5 mm)
- Connection to Line Input
- Yes
- Connection to Phono Input
- Yes
- Material
- MDF
- Closed Dustcover
- 17.13 x 14.45 x 5.71" (435 x 367 x 145 mm)
- Korena Special
- false
- Stylus Pressure Range
- 0g–4g
- Weight
- 12.79 lb. (5.8 kg)
- Feet
- Ø 2.44" (62 mm) / Elastomer
- Type
- Statically balanced
- Cartridge Weight Range
- 0.18oz–0.32oz (5g–9g)
- Offset Angle
- 25.6°
- Speed Settings
- 33/45/78 RPM
- Source Id
- site51500000456508
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