Kenwood KR-9600 Vintage Receiver 160wpc & Acoustic Control Corp 636 Speakers

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Kenwood KR-9600 Vintage Receiver 160wpc & Acoustic Control Corp 636 Speakers

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Quick demo of an awesome Kenwood KR-9600 and Acoustic 636 speakers. Just sold the Kenwood so wanted to add a quick video to the library and the Acoustic Control Corp 636 Speakers are not very well known but have turned out to be my favorite speaker I have ever owned.

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@smallworld7865 3 жыл бұрын

I had my 9600 upgraded, now it's output is 200 watts per channel. It's really crazy and love playing brothers in arms to.

@johnnykaldani633 6 жыл бұрын

They say that the young man wants to leave home while the old man wants to return. Your receiver appears to be in great condition and reminds me of my first stereo system which consisted of a Luxman rosewood veneer turntable with an ADC LMF-1 tonearm & Staton 881S cartridge, and Klipsch La Scala speakers powered by the mighty KR-9600. Back in the day we all used to blast our music at top volume to the tunes of Creedence Clearwater Revival, Jesse Colin Young, and Pink Floyd. Those were the days, my friend. I thought they'd never end.

@guxs21 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, I found a pair of 636 in a garage audio sale in Buenos Aires. After some work, they beat everyone else speaker I have arround. It is a frequency killer, the bass are incredible at low volume, no need to use loudness or other filter, no equalization. Just the musical scene is fantastic.

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 4 жыл бұрын

Great score! Glad to hear from another happy 636 owner. Still enjoying mine here in Arizona :) Thanks for posting!

@TurboDV8 4 жыл бұрын

I still have mine, and I use it to this day as a center channel amp in my home theater.

@garrengarren6586 3 жыл бұрын

I've got 2 9600 both upgraded love them, thanks

@martyjewell5683 3 жыл бұрын

A really sweet example of vintage 70's stereo. I saw (seen??) this unit at a friends hifi repair shop and seriously thought about buying it. He, surprisingly, suggested I not buy the 9600 as (like you mentioned) the power supplies are almost impossible to find. Pity, such a swell looking receiver and with a terrific pre-amp section. I bought a Hitachi SR-804 in 1979 and still use it as my main amp. Very nicely done video. Most Kenwood receivers of the day were short on "features" but supplied Kick-Ass power. This KR-9600 had both, fuhgeddaboudit.

@janath9118 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your explanation. I also had a Kenwood stereo system back in the 80's. But it was not a Receiver but a Amplifier and not a high end one. But it still gave good sound quality. Happy memories!

@martyjewell5683 2 жыл бұрын

@@janath9118, a good friend had a Kenwood KA-7100 amp, Large Advents and Technics semi auto DD turntable (SL-D2) in early 1980's and that amp was a powerhouse. Always research before buying "vintage audio". Shop wisely and caveat emptor.

@janath9118 2 жыл бұрын

@@martyjewell5683 I noted your details regarding the Kenwood amplifier. Thank you for your advice about vintage audio buying!

@martyjewell5683 2 жыл бұрын

@@janath9118, Kenwood has always offered value in their stereo receiver lines from the lowly KR-1400 (10wpc) to this beast. The main virtue of Kenwood's were the amp/preamp section and FM section. Pioneer, Sansui and Technics offered more features at comparable prices but you could hear the difference in a Kenwood. I helped a friend set up her hifi system in early 1980's and she had a Kenwood KR-710 (28wpc), EPI-100, Pioneer CTf500 and Technics SL-D2. Remarkably good sound from and inexpensive system. Not to change the subject but, don't overlook brands like Hitachi, Onkyo, Nikko, Yamaha or Sony for good "vintage" components. Not as "in demand" as Pioneer, Marantz, Kenwood or Sansui but also not as expensive. When purchasing vintage audio remember, caveat emptor my friend.

@janath9118 2 жыл бұрын

@@martyjewell5683 Hello, I noted about the special things about Kenwood Receivers from you. I don't know much about the technical side of these but I always thought that Pioneer, Sansui and Technics were I a higher class than Kenwood. When you said that you helped a friend set up her hi fi system in the early 80's, I remembered about that Kenwood KR 710, 28 W.P.C. Receiver, because I saw it in the showroom at that time. But I just missed it due to my budget limits and instead bought the KA 30 Amplifier with 25 W.P.C. Out of the brands you mentioned, I think Nikko ceased production a long time ago. In the locality where I live in Asia finding good vintage components are difficult. Anyway thank you again for your valuable information and the advice!

@NoEscape459 5 жыл бұрын

Great speakers. I have the Acoustic Control Corp 626 speakers. I came across them randomly and they have also became my favorite speakers. Not well known at all but there amplifiers and bass amps were top of the line in the 70's with many musicians choosing their gear. The 626 speakers are simply awesome...

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 5 жыл бұрын

Ssme, I really love them. I have two pairs of 636 and one pair of 626. Really hope to find the 648. Fingers crossed!

@NoEscape459 5 жыл бұрын

BIG AZ SPEAKERS 648’s!!!! I didn’t even know those existed 🤩

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 5 жыл бұрын

@@NoEscape459 Here is a picture of the whole lineup from that series. I also have the specs, Ill reply again with those. The links are from my personal share drive, so no virus garbage, etc. 1drv.ms/u/s!AtDkOAwGipBYh8wnJecNS4o4HH0qDQ

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 5 жыл бұрын

@@NoEscape459 Here are the specs for each model. Unfortunately it does not give the sensitivity, but I would expect it to read in the high 90's as they are crazy efficient with my smaller amps. 1drv.ms/u/s!AtDkOAwGipBYh8wmiA-tlAUbDLEt1Q

@NoEscape459 5 жыл бұрын

BIG AZ SPEAKERS awesome! I’ll be checking this information out soon. I really appreciate this. Obviously information is scarce for these. Also just realize that we spoke not too long go through OfferUp! I commented on how you had awesome speakers for sale and I wish I was closer to you. Anyways, thanks man

@gabrielguadarrama8701 5 жыл бұрын

beautiful receiver I have one and all I can say I have not heard anything like it, no marantz, no sansui, no pionneer comes closeto my ears

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 5 жыл бұрын

It is certainly a wonderful receiver. I also like their Integrated KA-9100. Definitely beats most other I have owned as well.

@gabrielguadarrama8701 5 жыл бұрын

BIG AZ SPEAKERS Actually. I agree with you. I have a kA-9100, 7100, and also a m2. Love my 9100 as well.

@SnowDogRedSectorEh 4 жыл бұрын

recognized Brothers in arms 2 second in (didn't notice it on your device first time either) - beautiful, as is the amp!

@ikejennings1154 Жыл бұрын

Great video of a great audio brand..I hadda mid 80s kenwood rack system, you could bye from the malls..wen malls were the place ta be..Had it for the years, movin forward, so, now i wanna upgrade my Kenwood rack, with a sub and speakers..enter paradigm..I hooked that sub and speakers up on my hardwood floors/ high ceilings, living room...man oh man, My house was the place to be at, in the mid 90s..floors, my ol ladys china , lol, it could shake the living room, with little effort..had 5.0 called on me quite a bit.That eaz 1 beatuiful, Kenwood reviever ya ave..I would think.in the usa, kenwood had to be the most popular brand back then, even woth marantz, harmon Kardon, Technics/ Denon, etc.

@johnwest6224 4 жыл бұрын

I ve this receiver (not in that nice condition). I bypassed the filters, changed the speaker connectors and some cables inside... The sound is way better... Will change also the 4 ( 10.000 μf) capacitors and some smaller...

@israhdez3318 4 жыл бұрын

Excelente amplificador lo mejor de kenwood muy bueno.

@smallworld7865 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice, what is the artist name and song you're playing from your phone.

@matthewbailey6017 2 жыл бұрын

Dire Straits “Brothers in Arms”

@raullopezdeharomarcos999 2 жыл бұрын

160w canal???

@phonebackup8132 2 жыл бұрын

He is correct, the outputs are large chip amps. Made for Kenwood. No longer available.

@yotamonster 4 жыл бұрын

I found one for 600 that's been serviced but not "upgraded" should I get it.

@Rsalmond83 4 жыл бұрын

Shaun Martin Probably too late, but YES

@makemoneywoodworking 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Was wondering if you knew of a way to connect 30watt channel vintage receiver to large watt speakers? Not sure how to make this happen. Any advice?

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 5 жыл бұрын

Whats the model# of your receiver?

@johnnykaldani633 5 жыл бұрын

How to connect 30 Watt per channel vintage amp to large-watt speakers: PSA: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nq1ghqahvLrWaaM.html Z Reviews: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jauZoLNzvJmbeXU.html

@makemoneywoodworking 5 жыл бұрын

BIG AZ SPEAKERS pioneer sx990...I think it’s 38 WPC

@TurboDV8 4 жыл бұрын

Um, with speaker wire?

@rwise44 3 жыл бұрын

do you still have 636 speakers?

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 3 жыл бұрын

I have two pair, one with original boxes. Also have a pair of 626. Really fantastic speakers!

@dancundiff3316 2 жыл бұрын

From an old guy perspective, these appear to be a bargain in todays prices, do you agree??? 165 RMS for way less than 90-100 RMS pioneers?

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more. The 9600 can be tricky as the outputs are near impossible to find non counterfeit replacements for. The KR-9050 is an easier choice as it has easier to find parts, but I do love the KR-9600 regardless. Just be careful buying one that the outputs are original and working.

@rongreenfield340 3 жыл бұрын

I had one and love it till the volume switch went up and took it to land fill. It was awesome hooked to EQ and 4 klipsch Hersey'S

@scottsimpkins2200 3 жыл бұрын

I know where to get a KR 9060. Similar unit but harder to find I’m told!

@kelrawlins8121 3 жыл бұрын

How much for 1 do you still have available?

@kakorneverdies8601 3 жыл бұрын

How did you hook it up to your phone?

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 3 жыл бұрын

In this video just a 3.5mm male jack to rca connects cable in to aux input on receiver, link below but if you want best quality sound, I use a dac in between. Ill reply again with a link to a cool dac that also does bluetooth streaming. Easy to use. www.amazon.com/dp/B07D8M5DML/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_g.0GFb390N7S9

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 3 жыл бұрын

Here is the dac I mentioned, is also plugs in to aux input on back of receiver. There are many many dacs and can get very pricey. This one is very affordable and maybe the best $100 I have spent. Long story short, it sounds much better than just using your phone by itself with the 3.5mm cable. Dac: www.ebay.com/itm/HiFi-Vacuum-Tube-Preamp-Bluetooth-5-0-Audio-Receiver-USB-DAC-Headphone-Amp-APTX/274406987851?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

@BIGAZSPEAKERS 3 жыл бұрын

Last thing, the music service I use is Tidal Hi-Fi streaming. With the dac the music from your phone is cd quality or higher with the tidal music service This link will give yiu 2 month free trial if you are looking for a great music service. Tidal 60 day Trial: tidal.com/offers/referral/?aic=2ZXHSPF&

@kakorneverdies8601 3 жыл бұрын

Ok that was pretty straight forward thanks a lot, you reckon the DAC will make a big difference?