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Complete Kenwood L Series system consisting of:- L 1000 M power amplifier, 150 watts per channel into 8Ω.- L 1000 C preamplifier.- L 1000 D CD player.- L 1000 T tuner.Everything works perfectly. Only the CD player's display backlight is slightly unstable.The amplifier has recently been serviced and some electronic components replaced (last photo).No remote control included, but one can easily be found on eBay for around €17.Some minor scratches. See photos. They are part of the description.Securely packaged for shipping. Please inquire about shipping costs to your location.
This one sits well outside the normal used market for the model family: against a recent comparable range centered at US$120 with a US$80–US$207 spread, the asking price of US$2,767 is far above even the 75th percentile, so it reads as aggressively overpriced. For a buyer, there’s no market-based cushion here unless the listing is missing some major context such as a truly exceptional provenance, factory-sealed extras, or a one-off collector package.
That said, the L-series Kenwoods have a solid reputation for late-’80s/’90s Japanese build quality, clean line-stage performance, and a nicely voiced, low-fatigue presentation when they’re healthy. If this is an especially clean, original example, it could appeal to a collector—but at this price, I’d want proof of recent servicing, full functionality, and complete accessories before taking it seriously.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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