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Kenwood KD 2055 Turntable (The Rock) (Read Description).IMPORTANT: This unit requires inspection and service, as it is missing both the stylus and drive belt. The turntable was previously working, but the belt became stretched and the unit stopped spinning. It will require electronic servicing and further inspection before use. The unit has some minor scratches, but overall it is in good general condition.This unit is being sold strictly for repair or parts, exactly as described and shown in the photographs. We do not know what internal damage or additional issues the unit may have, and we cannot be held responsible for any internal defects or damage that may be discovered during repair. Sold as-is, with no guarantees or warranties, exactly as shown in the photos and described in this listing.The Turntable is located in a Warehouse in Miami FL 33166.ABOUT SHIPPING: Our shipping process works like this: we pay a warehouse who is in charge of making the shipments safely. All orders are processed from Monday to friday. Then we proceed to attach the tracking to the box and photos will be sent to you so you can see the tracking on the box. Subsequently, the Pick-Up request will be made to FedEx. It is important for you to know that this process in which FedEx picks up the box at the warehouse can last from 24 to 120 hours during the working week (from monday to friday). When FedEx picks up the box you will be notified immediately since from that moment your order is on its way to your address.The shipment will be made only through FedEx Ground or FedEx Home.Only sold in the local US marketReturns are not accepted. Only sold in the local US market.The box number is 83ASHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 80$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond
The KD-2055 sits in that sweet spot of vintage Kenwood decks: solid build, straightforward operation, and a reputation for dependable musical performance. At US$300, this is above the US$286 75th percentile and clearly ambitious versus the US$272 median, so it reads as a premium ask rather than a bargain.
That said, a clean example can still be worth paying for if it’s fully serviced, speed-accurate, and includes a good cartridge, intact dust cover, and the original platter hardware. These tables are appreciated for their stable, no-nonsense presentation and long-term usability, but at this price the condition details matter a lot; without service history or accessories, I’d want room to negotiate.
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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