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Ich biete einen gebrauchten Kenwood CR-R3 Stereo Cassette Recorder zum Verkauf an. Dieses kompakte Gerät ist ideal für alle, die unterwegs Kassetten hören oder aufnehmen möchten. Es verfügt über eine praktische Auto-Reverse-Funktion. Hier sind einige Merkmale:
- Marke: Kenwood
- Modell: CR-R3
- Typ: Stereo Cassette Recorder
- Funktionen: Wiedergabe, Aufnahme, Auto Reverse
- Farbe: Schwarz mit grünen Akzenten
Der Recorder ist in einem guten Zustand mit normalen Gebrauchsspuren. Er funktioniert einwandfrei und ist bereit für viele weitere Stunden Musikgenuss. Bei Fragen melde dich gerne.
# Kenwood CR-A Integrated Amplifier – Buyer Notes
The Kenwood CR-A is a solid mid-80s integrated amp that holds steady appeal in the used market, typically trading between EUR 56–59 for examples in fair condition. This EUR 55 asking price sits just below the 25th percentile of recent comparable listings, making it a modest undercut—fair positioning rather than a steal. The CR-A delivers honest 60-watt-per-channel performance and a straightforward feature set; it's not a collector's piece, but it's reliable workhorse gear that punches above its age when properly maintained. At this price, you're not overpaying, though you're also not capturing significant savings.
Before committing, verify the amp powers up cleanly without hum or channel imbalance, and confirm the volume pot tracks smoothly across the full range—common wear points after four decades. Check that all inputs and outputs are present and that any included RCA cables are original or quality replacements. Ask the seller about service history and whether the unit has been recapped; original capacitors in an amp this age are often the first failure point. Inspect the chassis for corrosion or water damage, particularly around the transformer and rear panel connectors.
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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