Dual CS 618Q
Turntables

CS 618Q

Dual

Released Aug 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Mar 20, 2026

Dual CS 618Q turntable with auto-stop function and premium build, delivering excellent sound quality and musicality. The Dual CS 618Q scores 81/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the turntables category. Coverage includes reviews from Soundstageaccess, Stereonet, Hifiplus, and Whathifi.

Critic Score

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81

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • Auto-stop feature(2)

Cons

  • Price is among the most expensive reviewed(2)

4 Expert Reviews

85
Aug 15, 2023

The Dual CS 618Q is an excellent turntable that offers exceptional musicality, quiet operation, and attractive design, making it worth the investment for serious vinyl enthusiasts.

83
Sep 7, 2024

Dual's latest CS-618Q is a polished performer, with a characteristically smooth and unbiased sound.

82
Jan 9, 2024

The Dual CS-618Q delivers an engaging, flowing presentation with excellent midrange tonality and solid build quality, though it lacks the bass punch of more expensive turntables.

75
Apr 18, 2024

Dual's top turntable is easy to use and boasts good features, with a stable, strait-laced performance that needs a bit more spirit