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£100 is a strong bargain against your recent comparable market: it sits well below the £148 25th percentile and far under the £161 median. On those numbers, this is priced to move rather than priced at a stretch.

That makes it worth a close look, because this is a well-regarded older Kenwood integrated with the kind of straightforward, punchy presentation many buyers still want for a classic two-channel setup. At this price, the upside is obvious if it powers up cleanly, all inputs work, and the controls are quiet; the only real caveat is the usual age-related stuff, so a quick check for scratchy pots, relay issues, and stable operation is enough before jumping on it.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Kenwood

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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