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Kenwood KA-3020 - Hi-Fi Amplifier - Good
Why This One
Good condition - clearly used but works as it should
Fully tested - all applicable functions verified working
50W per channel, phono stage, Source Direct - a well-specified integrated amp.
A capable integrated amp with phono stage built in - no extra preamp needed.
Condition: Good
This Kenwood KA-3020 is a good-condition Hi-Fi amplifier. It has passed our 8-point functional test, with 2 item(s) not applicable to this unit. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.
What's Included
Kenwood KA-3020
No additional accessories included
About This Model
The Kenwood KA-3020 is a solid-state integrated stereo amplifier delivering 45W per channel into 8Ω (THD 0.05%), with a wide frequency response stretching from 5Hz to 100,000Hz. It offers a well-rounded set of inputs - CD, Tuner, Aux, Phono, and two Tape inputs - alongside dual Tape outputs and A/B speaker switching for two sets of loudspeakers. A built-in MM phono stage makes it a natural partner for a turntable, while tone controls (Bass and Treble, ±10dB) and a Loudness function add everyday flexibility. For purists, a Source Direct button bypasses the tone stack entirely, keeping the signal path clean. Internally, Kenwood employed a pure signal ground line and a logical signal-flow layout to minimise interference - a thoughtful touch at this level.
A great opportunity to own a Kenwood KA-3020 at this price point.
At US$85, this sits below the recent US$91 25th percentile and under the US$100 median, so it reads as a strong deal rather than a merely fair one. For a vintage integrated amp, that is a very reasonable buy-in if the unit is functioning cleanly and not hiding major service needs.
The KA-3020 is well liked for straightforward, musical performance and solid everyday drive, which makes it an easy piece to enjoy in a normal two-channel system. If the faceplate, controls, and speaker relays are in good shape, this is the kind of honest used listing that rewards a quick move; just confirm the basics because age, not asking price, is the real variable here.
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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