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Front Panel Controls: Includes a power switch with LED indicator, speaker selection (A, B, or A+B), bass/treble adjustments, balance, a loudness switch, and a high filter switch.Input Options: Dedicated inputs for phono (turntable), tuner, and auxiliary sources.Tape Dubbing: Two tape monitor loops allow for A-to-B and B-to-A dubbing.Rear Convenience: Equipped with three AC outlets (two switched, one unswitched) for powering additional vintage components like a tuner Dimensions and Weight: Provide these for shipping transparency:Dimensions: Approximately 15" x 5.5" x 10" (380 x 140 x 255mm).Weight: Roughly 16.6 to 17.2 lbs (7.8 kgTested and works fine. No known services i will update this if I do take it to be recapped. But I think some people would like for it to be Original.
US$350 is ambitious for this one against the current used market. With recent comparables centered at US$205 and the upper quartile at US$299, this sits above the usual range unless the unit is especially clean, serviced, or unusually complete.
That said, the KA-3500 has a solid reputation as a straightforward, musically satisfying vintage integrated with enough power for efficient speakers and a pleasantly honest, no-nonsense sound. If it’s original, quiet, and has been properly checked over, it can still be a worthwhile buy—but at this number, I’d want proof of strong cosmetic condition, clean controls, and recent service to justify the premium.
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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