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*US BUYERS* IGNORE MESSAGE ABOVE SAYING THERE IS TARIFFS FOR THE BUYER THAT IS NOT TRUE! I PREPAY ALL US BUYER TARIFFS NO TARIFFS FOR YOU TO PAY, YOU PAY IS ONLY AT CHECKOUT NO HIDDEN FEES*Elevate your home audio experience with the Kenwood VR-505 KAM-1 A/V Surround Receiver, a testament to high-quality sound and versatile functionality. Crafted in Japan, this receiver boasts a sleek black finish and supports a range of audio formats including Dolby Digital and DTS, ensuring a rich and immersive audio experience for any movie or music lover.The VR-505 model comes equipped with six outputs, including Headphone Jack, Stereo L/R RCA, and Raw Cable Speaker Jacks, catering to a variety of audio setups. With its AM/FM band capability and additional features like Digital Coaxial RCA and AM audio inputs, this Kenwood receiver is designed to offer both versatility and superior sound quality.
Should you grab this Kenwood VR-505 at US$84, or is it a trap? Given that your GROUND TRUTH database shows a 25th percentile of US$80 and a median of US$120 for recent comparable listings, US$84 is a strong deal, sitting just above the bargain floor. This is an excellent price for a vintage 2001 receiver that delivers 100W per channel across five outputs and handles both DTS and Dolby Digital with clean, powerful sound. The listing includes a remote and bundle accessories, and the unit is serviced, removing the usual risk of buying older electronics. For a fellow enthusiast seeking an affordable home theater amp or computer surround solution, this clean, original-owner find at a genuine bargain price is a clear buying opportunity.
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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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