FYI Kenwood Receiver Fans... Recommend KR-7050

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Monty88

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I have various Kenny's- KA-7300 Integrated, Model Eleven Receiver, KR-5150 Receiver, M1D, M2, C1, C2.... but if you come across a KR-7050, Buy It !
Kenwood KR-7050 Hi Speed DC Coupled 80wpc (read ClassicReceiver.com.
I don't see or hear about it much, but a very well build unit, lot's of power to spare and good controls.
Just wanted to toss it out. Keep on Rock'in
 
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You mean one of these? Yeah....I agree. I also have the 8050 and was considering the 9050.

This 7050 sounded pretty decent when I got it from a person in Texas. But, I made it better than factory new.

It went through a complete update and restoration. The power supply section had some issues that I fixed. The main filter caps were out of tolerance and the diameter of them makes them impossible to replace. So, I made a mount and lifted the new capacitors off the board by 1 inch and wired them to the board. The output transistor micas were replaced with conductive material. I added cool white LEDs and replaced the indicators with LEDs. I added a triac to the power switch.

This amp drives Bose 901s and it sounds exceptional. The low end is punchy and hits in the chest. The midrange is warm and high end is crystal clear. It gives the listener a front row seat to the concert. It is super close to the HH Scott 340b (tubes) I also restored. So close in fact that it is difficult to tell them apart.
 

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Did you say 8010?

This one came from a bar in Huntington Beach ⛱️, California and it looked and sounded like the beach to! The audio was gritty and lifeless. It was pretty much like mud and so disappointing. But.....with help of Mothers and Mequirers automotive products, it became visually appealing. Warm white LEDs kept the factory look, although I plan to change them to cool white as I did in the 7050. The audio/power supply got the usual treatment but bias was all over the map and required replacing the diferential drivers.

I was going to sell it, but my son liked the way it looked and sounded and asked to keep it. It is in our studio.
 

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I have a 7050 and find it to be good enough to not get rid of it from my collection. I will say that it is one of the best looking receivers that I have ever seen. If I ever get the opportunity to obtain a 9050 at a not insane price, I would jump on it in a heartbeat.
 
rschweitzer said:
You mean one of these? Yeah....I agree. I also have the 8050 and was considering the 9050.

This 7050 sounded pretty decent when I got it from a person in Texas. But, I made it better than factory new.

It went through a complete update and restoration. The power supply section had some issues that I fixed. The main filter caps were out of tolerance and the diameter of them makes them impossible to replace. So, I made a mount and lifted the new capacitors off the board by 1 inch and wired them to the board. The output transistor micas were replace with conductive material. I added cool white LEDs and replaced the indicators with LEDs. I added a triac to the power switch.

This amp drives Bose 901s and it sounds exceptional. The low end is punchy and hits in the chest. The midrange is warm and high end is crystal clear. It gives the listener a front row seat to the concert. It is super close to the HH Scott 340b (tubes) I also restored. So close in fact that it is difficult to tell them apart.
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Looks great w/the white lights.
I just bought one today to replace my storm flooded KR7400.
Do you tinker with electronics as a hobby ?
 
miltaryman said:
Looks great w/the white lights.
I just bought one today to replace my storm flooded KR7400.
Do you tinker with electronics as a hobby ?
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Yep. I started as a kid and never stopped.

I went through a stretch where my bench was over crowded. But I slowed way down and only have a KR-8050 that works and I need to complete.

It used to be easy to pick up some amps/receivers for a decent price, restore them and sell them. But somewhere along the lines the pricing went insane, so I stopped buying. I suspect as I near retirement, I will pick this up again? That depends on what is available and if the prices are fair.
 
rschweitzer said:
Yep. I started as a kid and never stopped.

I went through a stretch where my bench was over crowded. But I slowed way down and only have a KR-8050 that works and I need to complete.

It used to be easy to pick up some amps/receivers for a decent price, restore them and sell them. But somewhere along the lines the pricing went insane, so I stopped buying. I suspect as I near retirement, I will pick this up again? That depends on what is available and if the prices are fair.
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If you don't mind me asking, what state do you live in? Im on the west coast of Florida. Joe
 
Personally I found the 7050 to be lacking compared to similar powered units across the board- in volume, overall sound (wont drive lsrge speakers), and the phono was very underwhelming and rather weak. For the price these go for, definitely better options.
 
12344321 said:
Personally I found the 7050 to be lacking compared to similar powered units across the board- in volume, overall sound (wont drive lsrge speakers), and the phono was very underwhelming and rather weak. For the price these go for, definitely better options.
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Which could be better options in the $450 neighborhood? And when you say large speakers, you're referring to ones that can handle a lot of watts, correct? Examples ?
 
I'm looking at one in my local record shop. I'm a Sansui guy, but cool gear doesn't pop up around here often. Mixed reviews in this thread. It might look cool on the rack amongst all the black Sansui...
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Dang that 7050 from a retail establishment is downright cheap. Compared to other brand 80-watters it is a few bills to a grand cheaper. Leaves room for a refresh to make it good for another 30 years.
 
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I am in the Northeast, in Massachusetts. A bit colder up here!
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Hey RS, question for you. The reason I bought the 7050 was bc my 7400 got flooded back at my place during hurricane Helene. Ive just now been able to pull it out of the house, after 8 months, and Im wondering if theres any hope of salvaging it?
I dont know anything about fixing electronics so Id have to take it to someone. It got submerged about in 1-1/2" of water for about 45 mins b4 the water receded.
thanks!
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miltaryman said:
Hey RS, question for you. The reason I bought the 7050 was bc my 7400 got flooded back at my place during hurricane Helene. Ive just now been able to pull it out of the house, after 8 months, and Im wondering if theres any hope of salvaging it?
I dont know anything about fixing electronics so Id have to take it to someone. It got submerged about in 1-1/2" of water for about 45 mins b4 the water receded.
thanks!
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Water damage? If the unit was unplugged it should power up and actually work. I would take it apart first and investigate. Clean and lubricate the controls, switches, etc. Remove any residue from the boards. Check the plug connectors. If everything looks good and controls operate, use a dim bulb tester to turn it on. A 100 watt incandescent bulb should work. At power up, it will flash and then glow very dim. If it stays bright, then turn it off. It has components that are bad.
 
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