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A$39 is a strong deal here: it sits well below the A$115 25th percentile and miles under the A$170 median for recent comparable AUD listings, so this is priced like a quick-buy rather than a wait-and-see listing. For a remote control, that’s exactly where you want to be—cheap enough that even a modestly specialized or hard-to-find Kenwood handset has upside if it’s the correct match and fully working.
The real value is in fit and function: if it’s the right RC-F9 for your deck, these remotes are one of those small parts that can make a system feel complete again, especially for daily use and resale appeal. At this price, the main thing to confirm is that it’s the exact model you need and that the battery compartment, buttons, and infrared output are healthy; if those check out, it’s an easy yes.
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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