Dual CDS 670 Cartridge with DN8 Stylus – Replacement Pickup for Dual Turntables

The Dual CDS 670 cartridge is a ceramic phono pickup assembly designed for vintage Dual turntables and record players that use the Dual-Klick mounting system. This type of cartridge provides a high-output ceramic signal, making it compatible with older playback systems and integrated amplifier phono inputs without requiring an external preamp.

This cartridge typically uses a DN8 stylus, a spherical sapphire or diamond-tipped needle replacement that fits Dual models such as CDS 640, CDS 650, CDS 660, CDS 670 and other CDS series units. The DN8 stylus is widely available as a replacement part, providing reliable tracking and sound reproduction when fitted at the correct tracking force.

Key technical details:

• Cartridge type: Ceramic / crystal phono cartridge (high-output).

• Mounting system: Dual-Klick compatible.

• Output voltage: approx. 350 mV @ 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec (typical for ceramic designs).

• Frequency response: approx. 20–20 000 Hz (depending on stylus condition).

• Stylus type: DN8 spherical replacement (sapphire/diamond tip available).

• Recommended tracking force: generally around 4 – 5 g for ceramic systems.

This cartridge is ideal for servicing and restoring vintage Dual record players, especially where a direct replacement for a CDS-series pickup is required. While not a modern hi-fi magnetic cartridge, the ceramic design is effective for classic playback systems and ensures compatibility with legacy amplifiers and tonearms designed for high-output elements.