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Tested works well. No dust cover and has some cosmetic defects as shown. PLEASE NOTE; this will be shipped partially disassembled and will require assembly and adjustments for use, if you're inexperienced id probably avoid.
US$150 is an ambitious price for a Kenwood KD-50F, especially since identical "AS IS" units have recently sold for as low as US$65 on eBay. Given that the typical used market for this direct-drive model often clusters well below US$100, this listing sits far above the median and feels overpriced for an unknown condition.
The KD-50F is a respected vintage direct-drive turntable known for its reliable motor and solid build, offering excellent value when priced appropriately. However, without confirmation of functional status, belt condition, or included accessories like the original dust cover or headshell, the US$150 ask carries significant risk. This is only a worthwhile buy if the seller can verify it plays perfectly and includes key accessories; otherwise, waiting for a unit in the US$65–US$90 range is the smarter move for a fellow enthusiast.
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Kenwood traces its origins to December 21, 1946, when it was founded as Kasuga Radio Co. Ltd. in Komagane City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, by a group of entrepreneurs led by William "Bill" Kasuga. Emerging in the postwar era, the company initially produced electronic components and amateur radio gear, renaming to Trio Corporation in 1960 before adopting the Kenwood name in 1986 to appeal to Western markets—blending "Ken," a familiar name across Japan and America, with "Wood" evoking durability and Hollywood. This rebranding fueled rapid international growth, starting with a U.S. office in Los Angeles County in 1963.
The brand built its legacy on high-quality audio and communications equipment, excelling in home hi-fi amplifiers like the acclaimed 1970 Supreme 1 multichannel model, receivers, tuners, and speakers with innovations such as polypropylene cones. Kenwood also pioneered car audio systems, including the first audio/video amplifier for home theater in 1981 and anti-theft cassette decks, alongside professional two-way radios and amateur transceivers. While maintaining roots in consumer electronics, it expanded into automotive infotainment.
Today, as part of JVCKENWOOD since the 2008 merger with JVC, Kenwood holds a solid mid-tier position in car audio and professional communications, prized by enthusiasts for reliable performance and aftermarket upgrades. Its vintage home hi-fi gear from the 1970s and 1980s commands respect among collectors for robust build and warm sound, though it no longer dominates pure hi-fi markets.
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