Dual 1229

Name: Dual 1229
Brand: Dual
SKU: 6396528b9f72479b37739dc2
Rating: 3.1 (9 reviews)

Based on 9 reviews

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Great functionality

Excellent sound quality

Reliable and durable

Comparable to other high-quality turntable models

Parts are still available for repairs

Not all users are able to get the automatic functions to work

Maintenance can be finicky

Price may be high due to the vintage gear market during the pandemic

Verdict

The Dual 1229 turntable receives mostly positive reviews, with users praising its functionality and sound quality. Some users mention difficulties with maintenance and automatic functions, but overall the turntable is considered a reliable and durable option. The vintage gear market is noted as being expensive due to the pandemic. It is recommended to find a repairer familiar with Dual turntables for any necessary repairs. The Dual 1229 is compared favorably to other turntable models, such as the Realistic Lab 400 and 420. It is advised to do research on pricing before purchasing.

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Dual 1229 Turntable Demonstration

It's an old dire straights one that I had kicking around here in the garage Just thought I would pop that on to test it There you have it Now the dual...

Marantz 2252, Dual 1229 with grado red, emotiva basx A2, Thiel cs 1.5. This is my first hi-fi setup. I'm absolutely blown away by what I was missing before.

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Mcmert

2 years ago

reddit.com/r/audiophile

Finally snagged my dream table.

Lab’s are such slept on tables but they’re SO good! I was on the hunt for a 400 for awhile but found a fully restored Dual 1229 so I had to take it. The vintage gear market is stupid everywhere now, pandemic has tainted every hobby imho.

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scottjaw

3 years ago

reddit.com/r/turntables

‘Dual’ Brand Turntables?

While finicky I think maintenance is definitely doable on my 1229 though I have not yet managed to get the automatic functions to run. Manual operation works just fine though.

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B4nK5y

2 years ago

reddit.com/r/turntables

Hey y'all. I have a Dual 1229. My dad was the original owner. I have owned it now for a few years and recently it was finished being completely refurbished.

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jim_the_anvil

1 year ago

reddit.com/r/turntables

Buy a new one, or grab the old one from my parents?

I can only talk about the Dual, as I have that model and the 1229. Try and find a repairer in your country that fixes turntables, or better still, is familiar with Duals. Parts are still available for them. The thing with Duals of that vintage is they're all mechanical.

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WakeAndVape72

2 years ago

reddit.com/r/turntables

Got this beauty for $60, all I need is a dust cover

Realistic Lab 400 and 420 are great yet underrated tables. I was looking for one of these for awhile but ended up going with a Dual 1229.

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scottjaw

2 years ago

reddit.com/r/turntables

need help finding a turntable in europe

Dual 1219 or 1229 is cheap around Europe, once its serviced it should last for a lifetime. Old Duals are eternal beasts.

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Tight-Ear-7368

1 year ago

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Vintage Dual 1229 vs new Fluance RT82

I’d take the 1229 (all the Dual models ending in “9” seem to be winners) but as others have said, do your homework on the price. > The 1229 being a mechanical system. Not sure what you mean by this. They’re both mechanical.

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squidbrand

2 years ago

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