Dual DT 210 USB Fully Automatic Turntable with USB Digitisation

With 33 and 45 rpm playback, the Dual DT 210 USB suits a varied vinyl collection, from standard LPs to singles. Its magnetic pickup system and fully automatic operation make it straightforward to start a record and let playback stop automatically at the end, while the USB connection adds a practical way to digitise records using a PC or Mac.

A switchable phono preamp supports connection to a phono or AUX input, and the turntable can also connect to active speakers. It brings traditional record playback and digital archiving together in one compact home-audio component.

Tech summary

The belt-drive turntable offers two playback speeds and an automatic start/stop function, so everyday listening is simple and the tonearm is handled automatically at the beginning and end of a record. Its magnetic cartridge system uses an Audio-Technica AT3600 tonearm with preset tracking force and a dampened lift. The built-in phono preamp is switchable, giving you a choice of connection to a phono or AUX input, a built-in line-out cable is also specified.

The integrated USB port lets you digitise records through a PC or Mac. Digitising software is available as a free download, making it useful when you want to keep digital copies of music from your own collection as well as play records through an audio system.

• Type: Belt-drive turntable
• Speeds: 33 and 45 rpm
• Connectivity: USB, auxiliary and analogue audio output
• Dimensions: 34.8L x 36W x 9.5H centimetres
• Weight: 2.75 kg

Buyers highlight its functionality and value, with some finding its straightforward operation well suited to getting started with vinyl. If you mainly want to play records, the automatic controls and conventional audio connections make that easy, if keeping a digital copy matters too, USB digitisation is built in.

Usage tips

Choose 33 or 45 rpm to match the record, then use the start and stop controls for convenient playback. At the end of a side, the automatic function takes care of the tonearm, making the player a practical choice for relaxed listening at home. The dampened tonearm lift helps with controlled handling when placing or raising the needle.

For system playback, use the switchable phono preamp to connect to a phono or AUX input, or connect to active speakers. To create digital files, connect the turntable by USB to a PC or Mac and use digitising software, available as a free download. This gives you a choice between listening to the original record through your audio setup and working with a digital copy on a computer.

Box contents

The set includes the turntable, a 12 V/0.5 A power supply, cover, adapter for single records, felt mat, USB cable and instruction manual.

Questions before you buy

Which record speeds does it play? It supports 33 and 45 rpm, covering the two playback speeds listed for this turntable.

Can I connect it to my existing audio setup? Yes. The switchable phono preamp supports a phono or AUX input, and connection to active speakers is also described.

Can I digitise records with a Mac? Yes. The integrated USB connection supports digitisation via PC or Mac, with software available as a free download.

Buying verdict

The Dual DT 210 USB is a considered choice for listeners who want automatic vinyl playback and a convenient route to digital copies in the same turntable. Its 33/45 rpm support, switchable preamp and USB digitisation make it useful for both everyday listening and organising a vinyl collection for computer playback.