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- tested, functional, the mechanical part takes the disc and ejects it without problems, reads very well- the aesthetic condition can be seen in the attached images- the display is as seen in the images, it also has parts with lower light (a common problem with this type of display)- the power cable is attached- it is sold exactly as seen in the images, without accessories- it is shipped to the European Union via DPD courier with tracking number or the international postal system (if your country does not appear in the shipping, please contact me to get a shipping price quote)
The DM-SE7 is a neat little Kenwood mini-system piece, but US$145 for just the power cable is not a strong buy; it’s well above the usual used price for this kind of accessory, which tends to sit closer to the low tens of dollars. For a standalone cable, that makes this ask feel ambitious unless it’s exceptionally rare, brand-new old stock, or bundled with something more valuable.
What makes it worthwhile is simply the upside of bringing a matching SE-series component back to life with the correct original lead, which can matter for collectors chasing a complete setup. If the cable is genuinely original, clean, and fully tested, that helps; otherwise, this is the sort of part where function matters more than story, and a buyer should compare carefully against cheaper substitutes before paying a premium.
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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