Kenwood KR-9600 Dual Power Stereo Receiver – 160 Watts Per Channel – Legendary Vintage Hi-Fi Powerhouse

This Kenwood KR-9600 will be thoroughly checked and serviced one last time before shipping to ensure it is performing as it should. At Factory HiFi, we believe exceptional vintage audio equipment deserves the care and attention necessary to keep its legendary sound alive.

THE POWERHOUSE THAT PUT KENWOOD ON THE MAP

The Kenwood KR-9600 is one of the great receivers from the golden age of Japanese hi-fi. Introduced in the mid-1970s, this massive receiver was designed to deliver the performance of separate high-end audio components in one beautifully engineered package.

With an incredible 160 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms, both channels driven from 20Hz to 20kHz, the KR-9600 has the power and headroom to handle demanding loudspeakers with authority.

One of its most impressive engineering features is its dual power-supply design, providing independent power-supply sections for each amplifier channel. This design helps maintain performance during demanding musical passages.

The KR-9600 also features two large analog power meters, a dedicated tuner meter, dual phono stages, an advanced FM tuner, and Kenwood's distinctive Sound Injection circuitry.

This is not just another vintage receiver. The KR-9600 is a statement piece built for serious music lovers.

WHY YOU WANT THIS KENWOOD KR-9600

• Massive Power Output: 160 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms, with both channels driven.

• Dual Power-Supply Design: Independent power-supply sections help deliver stable performance to each channel.

• Powerful 4-Ohm Performance: Rated at 200 watts per channel into 4 ohms.

• Dual Analog Power Meters: Large illuminated meters display amplifier output in real time.

• Advanced FM Tuner: Sophisticated RF amplification and phase-lock-loop stereo decoding for excellent reception.

• Dual Phono Inputs: Separate equalizer amplifier stages for Phono 1 and Phono 2.

• Sound Injection Circuit: Kenwood's distinctive preamplifier feature for added tonal flexibility.

• Triple Tone Controls: Independent bass, midrange, and treble adjustments.

• Dolby FM Capability: Built-in Dolby FM decoding for compatible broadcasts.

• Three Speaker Systems: Connect and select multiple speaker pairs.

• Heavy-Duty Construction: Substantial chassis, large heat sinks, and impressive vintage styling.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model: Kenwood KR-9600
Type: AM/FM Stereo Receiver
Manufacture Period: 1976–1978
Amplifier Design: Dual power-supply, DC amplifier circuitry

POWER AMPLIFIER

• Power Output: 160 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohms

• 4-Ohm Output: 200 watts per channel RMS

• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.08% at rated output

• Intermodulation Distortion: 0.08% at rated output

• Power Bandwidth: 5Hz–50kHz

• Damping Factor: 55 at 8 ohms

• Speaker Impedance: 4–16 ohms

• Dynamic Power Output: 750 watts into 4 ohms

TUNER SECTION

• FM and AM reception

• Phase-Lock-Loop FM stereo decoder

• Advanced multi-stage RF amplification

• FM muting

• Dolby FM decoding

• Signal-strength and deviation metering

INPUTS & CONNECTIONS

• Phono 1

• Phono 2

• AUX

• Tape 1

• Tape 2

• Microphone input

• Pre-out / power-in connections

• Headphone output

• Speaker A, B, and C connections

AUDIO CONTROLS

• Bass control

• Midrange presence control

• Treble control

• Loudness control

• Tone defeat

• High filter

• Low filter

• Audio muting

• Sound Injection circuitry

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Width: 22-27/32 inches
Height: 6-21/32 inches
Depth: 16-17/32 inches
Net Weight: 52.9 lbs (24 kg)

WHY BUY FROM FACTORY HI-FI?

At Factory HiFi, we're passionate about vintage audio and the equipment that made listening to music special.

• Carefully inspected before shipping

• Final operational testing

• Servicing and adjustments as needed

• Professionally packed for safe delivery

• Knowledge and appreciation of vintage hi-fi equipment

The Kenwood KR-9600 represents everything enthusiasts love about the golden age of stereo: serious power, impressive engineering, beautiful analog meters, and a commanding presence.

If you're looking for a true vintage receiver with the muscle to drive a serious speaker system and the looks to become the centerpiece of your listening room, the KR-9600 deserves your attention.

Bring home a Kenwood legend.

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