Kenwood KA-88 (1989–1990)
A solid-state stereo integrated amplifier with built-in 7-band graphic equalizer, made in Japan
Overview
The Kenwood KA-88 is a stereo integrated amplifier produced around 1989-1990. It has a built-in 7-band graphic equalizer, so you get tone control without any external parts. Kenwood made it in Japan and sold it as a home stereo amplifier built around customizable sound. Detailed technical documentation is sparse. The KA-88 turns up on secondhand markets and enthusiast forums, where people often mention the equalizer and the solid build.
Specifications
| Power output | 120 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) |
| Power consumption | 200 watts |
| THD | 0.004% |
| Output level | 150mV (line) |
| Dimensions | 440 x 133 x 275mm |
| Weight | 7.5kg |
Design
The 7-band graphic equalizer sits right on the front panel. It lets you shape the sound in real time across key frequency ranges.
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