Kenwood GE-1001 (1993–96)
The GE-1001 is a parametric equalizer from Kenwood's "K's series," a lineup aimed at fine sound-quality correction. It has three bands - low, mid, and high - each with independently adjustable frequency, level, and Q curve. The center frequencies are selectable in stepped increments across each band (11 steps per band for level, with a ±10 dB range; Q is adjustable through seven octave-based settings from 3 down to 1/4). It was priced at ¥38,000 around 1995.
The unit measures 270×80×328 mm and weighs 3.4 kg. Rated power consumption is 6W. It has two sets of input/output terminals, labeled Line and Tape. Input impedance is 47kΩ and output impedance is 2.2kΩ. Rated THD is 0.003% at 1 kHz (flat), and frequency response runs from 10 Hz to 70 kHz ±3 dB. The equalizer's ON/OFF can be controlled remotely from the KA-1001G's remote control.
Documentation on the GE-1001 is thin. Nearly all technical facts trace back to a single Japanese database entry, and no period reviews or owner opinions have surfaced. A service manual exists, and production appears to span roughly 1993 to 1996. Used units have appeared on Russian classifieds in the 25,000-43,000 руб. range, often imported from Japan with step-down transformers included. There's no reliable data on current collector pricing trends or common failure points.
Known Specs
- Type: Parametric equalizer, 3 bands (low / mid / high)
- Level adjustment: ±10 dB, 11 steps
- Center frequencies — Low: 31.5 Hz to 315 Hz (11 steps); Mid: 160 Hz to 1.6 kHz (10 steps); High: 1.6 kHz to 16 kHz (11 steps)
- Q range: 3, 2, 1, 2/3, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 (octave)
- THD: 0.003% (1 kHz, flat)
- Frequency response: 10 Hz – 70 kHz ±3 dB
- Input impedance: 47kΩ; output impedance: 2.2kΩ
- Power: 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 6W
- Dimensions: 270 × 80 × 328 mm; weight: 3.4 kg
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