Kenwood KA-1500

 The fine quality of this integrated stereo amplifier has been achieved by the application of some of the most advanced technology known in the audio field. Total harmonic distortion, for example, is under 0,1% at full rated output. And ezch channel delivers a full 25 watts throughout the audio spectrum - from 20 to 20,000 Hz at 8 ohms - for rich, clean sound. Dynamic music power reaches 100 watts but for those who love music, quality comes first, and for crystal-clear room-filling beautiful sound, the KA-1500 has few rivals.

 High Power  and Low Distortion

Using fully complementary circuitry that's direct-coupled throughout, the KA-1500 delivers its power with a THD that is under 0,1% at all frequencies from 20-20,000 Hz. The high quality of sound achieved is evident not only at first hearing but also in the absence of "listening fatigue" after many hours of enjoyable music listening. Kenwood's non-compromise approach to designing has assured the high power and low distortion which characterizes the most expensive audio equipment.

Ideal for listening to the finest stereo records

With the high quality of modern stereo records, Kenwood engineers gave high priority to excellent record reproduction. The result is that the KA-1500 reproduces the RIAA curve that all record manufactures use with accuracy that is absolute to within ±0,5 dB. In addition, there is the same kind of high overload capacity that is ordinarily associated with the very finest audio components. This means no distortion even with high level orchestral climaxes.

Top  performance under demanding conditions

Long nonstop operation, changes in temperature and humidity are factors that can seriously affect performance. But KA-1500 has special features to perform beautifully at all times. Advanced, high-efficiency heat sinks, special heat compensation devices, and massive twin capacitors to stabilize the power supply are only a few of the many notables.

 Facilities for two tape decks and dubbing

This advanced feature lets you record simultaneously on two tape decks. It also allows you to copy from one tape deck onto another.

Hi-Fi listening at night

The new loudness control compensates for the loss of fidelity that results at low volume listening. As a result, you can enjoy all the excitement of stereo with full fidelity.

Flexible and accurate tone controls

The KA-1500's new tone controls allow you to adjust the sound as you like it. You can increase or decrease the bass and treble independently to match the sound characteristics of your room and to get the very best out of your speakers.

Extra-large 41 clik stop volume control

The extra-large volume control knob means you can easily make fine adjustments to perfectly achieve the perticular level you prefer. The marked positions allow quick relocation of any previous setting.

Kenwood's famous "human engineering"

You will discover that all controls have been carefully placed for easy operation and designed for positive, instant action. The KA-1500 not only operates and looks like an excellent audio component, it also "feels" like the outstanding amplifier that it is.

Specifications

Power Output:  25 watts per channel, min. RMS at 8 Ω, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with no more than 0,1% THD.

Both Channel Driven:

29 + 29 watts at 8 Ω (1 kHz)

36 + 36 watts at 4 Ω (1 kHz)

Dynamic Power Output:  100 watts at 4 Ω

Total Harmonic Distortion:  0.1% at rated power into 8Ω; 0,05% at 1 watt into 8 Ω

IM Distortion (60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4 :1):  0.05% at rated power into 8Ω; 0,05% at 1 watt into 8 ohm

Power Bandwidth:  20 Hz at 35,000 Hz

Damping Factor:  30 at 8Ω

Speaker impedance:  4Ω to 16Ω

Preamplifier Section

Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

Phono : 2.5 mV/50 kΩ

Tuner: 160 mV/50 kΩ

Tape , Aux: 160 mV/50 kΩ

Signal to Noise Ratio:

Phono :  70 dB 

Tuner, AUX, Tape : 90 dB 

Maximum Input Level Phono:  150 mV (at 1 kHz, 0,1% THD)

Outpuut Level/Imedance (at Phono Position):

Tape REC (PIN) : 160 mV/240 Ω

Tape B (DIN) : 30 mV/39 k Ω

Frequency Response:

Phono:  RIAA standard curve ±0,5 dB

AUX, Tape:  20 Hz to 30 kHz ±1 dB

Tone Control

Bass: ±8 dB at 100 Hz

Treble: ±8 dB at 10 kHz

Loudness Control: 7 dB at 100 Hz (at -30 dB Volume level)

General

Power Requirements: 120 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption: 250 watts  (full power)

AC Outlet:  1 x Switched, 2 x Unswitched

Dimensions (W x H x D):  380 x 140 x265 mm (14-31/32" x 5-1/2" x 10-17/16")

Weight:  6,7 kg (14,8 lbs)