Kenwood KR-9600 Stereo Receiver

Custom Red Front Panel – 160WPC – Serviced & Fully Tested – 1-Year Warranty

Professionally Serviced, Inspected & Fully Tested by HQaudios – Backed by Our 1-Year Warranty.

About This Receiver

Offered here is a Kenwood KR-9600 AM/FM stereo receiver, one of Kenwood’s large high-power receivers from the 1970s.

Rated at 160 watts per channel into 8 ohms, the KR-9600 combines substantial amplifier output, a dual power-supply design, dual power meters, two phono inputs, multiple tape connections, microphone functions, and Kenwood’s Sound Injection feature.

This particular unit features a custom red front-panel finish by HQaudios, giving the receiver a distinctive appearance while retaining the original Kenwood control layout and operating architecture. The custom finish is not being represented as a factory-original color or special edition.

This unit has been professionally serviced, inspected, and fully tested by HQaudios. The wood case shown in the listing photos is included. The receiver is configured by HQaudios for U.S. 120V operation and is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Technical Warranty.

Video Demo & Sound Test

A video demonstration of this exact Kenwood KR-9600 is included in the listing so buyers can see and hear the receiver operating before purchase.

Key Highlights

• Kenwood KR-9600 AM/FM Stereo Receiver
• 160 watts per channel into 8 ohms
• Dual power-supply design
• Dual output power meters
• Two phono inputs for compatible moving-magnet turntables
• Phono 1 / Phono 2 / AUX / Tape 1 / Tape 2 / Microphone inputs
• Sound Injection / microphone-mixing functions
• Speaker A / B / C outputs
• Custom red front-panel finish by HQaudios
• Wood case included as shown in the listing photos
• Configured by HQaudios for U.S. 120V operation
• Professionally serviced, inspected, and fully tested
• Actual-unit video included in the listing
• 1-Year HQaudios Technical Warranty

Professional Service & Testing

Inspection

The receiver was inspected for electrical, mechanical, tuner, control, connection, illumination, thermal, and cosmetic condition. Particular attention was given to the dual power-supply sections, power-amplifier stages, tuner operation, controls and switches, speaker connections, meters, and display illumination.

Service

Service was performed according to the actual condition identified during inspection. The amplifier circuitry, dual power-supply sections, tuner functions, controls, switches, connections, and display system were checked and serviced as required.

The exterior was carefully cleaned and detailed, and the front panel was refinished in a custom red color by HQaudios. No specific component-replacement claim is being made here unless supported by the service record for this exact unit.

Final Testing

• Amplifier output and left/right channel operation checked
• AM/FM tuner reception and meter response tested
• Phono 1 / 2, AUX, tape, and microphone functions checked
• Speaker outputs and control functions verified
• Tone controls, filters, loudness, and related front-panel functions checked
• Extended real-world listening and operational test completed

Sound Character

The KR-9600’s 160-watt-per-channel amplifier provides substantial headroom and strong low-frequency control when used with appropriately matched speakers. Its high-output design makes it particularly suitable for larger vintage loudspeakers and systems that benefit from substantial amplifier reserve.

Cosmetic Condition

This Kenwood KR-9600 presents in Very Good restored vintage cosmetic condition, with normal age-related wear remaining as shown in the listing photos.

• Front Panel: Custom red finish by HQaudios; not represented as a factory-original color
• Dial / Meters: Dial glass and meter section present cleanly overall and were functionally checked
• Knobs / Controls: Aluminum knobs, switches, and controls are complete and operate properly
• Wood Case: Wood case included as shown in the listing photos, with light age-related wear
• Rear Panel: Connections and large rear heat-sink area present as shown in the listing photos

Please review all listing photos carefully, as they show the actual receiver and form an important part of the cosmetic description.

Specifications

What’s Included

• Kenwood KR-9600 Stereo Receiver
• Wood Case Shown in the Listing Photos

Only items clearly shown in the photos or specifically listed above are included.

Suggested Pairing

With 160 watts per channel and a specified 4–16 ohm speaker-load range, the KR-9600 can support a wide variety of compatible vintage and modern loudspeakers. Use particular care when operating multiple speaker pairs simultaneously, as the combined load must remain within the receiver’s safe operating range.

Contact us for speaker and complete-system matching. Package pricing may be available when purchasing compatible components together.

Professional Packing & Shipping

This Kenwood KR-9600 weighs approximately 53 lbs / 24 kg before packing.

Reinforced protection will be used around the custom front panel, dial glass, knobs, meter section, wood case, large rear heat sinks, cabinet corners, and rear connections. The receiver will be immobilized inside a heavy-duty carton with high-density protective materials for safe transit.

1-Year HQaudios Technical Warranty

This Kenwood KR-9600 is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Technical Warranty for qualifying electronic and functional issues under normal intended use and related to the service work performed by HQaudios.

Warranty does not cover misuse, incorrect wiring, unauthorized repair, physical damage, cosmetic wear, shipping damage identified after delivery, incompatible equipment, incorrect operation, or use outside the manufacturer’s intended specifications.