Kenwood KD-1033

A 2-speed belt-drive turntable made in Japan, introduced in 1975 as a competitor to the Pioneer PL12D.

Overview

The Kenwood KD-1033 is a manual belt-drive turntable from Kenwood, also branded as Trio (Kenwood). It was made in Japan and introduced in 1975. A 4-pole synchronous motor drives a 30 cm zinc alloy die-cast platter. It runs at 33.33 and 45 rpm. Features include tonearm elevation, anti-skating adjustment, direct readout of stylus pressure, and panel floating construction. It came in wooden and black finishes and originally cost approximately 350 DM or $539.99.

Specifications

Product type	2-Speed Belt-Drive Turntable
Drive system	belt-drive system
Motor	4-pole synchronous
Platter	30cm zinc alloy die-cast
Speeds	33.33 and 45rpm
Operating mode	Manual
Dimensions (W x H x D)	456 x 145 x 347 mm
Weight	6 kg
Color	Wooden, black finish
Country of Origin	Japan

Design

The KD-1033 is belt-driven, with a 4-pole synchronous motor and a 30cm zinc alloy die-cast platter for stable rotation. The panel floating construction, tonearm elevation control, anti-skating device and direct readout for stylus pressure adjustment round out the design.

Context

Kenwood introduced the KD-1033 in 1975 to compete with the market-leading Pioneer PL12D. It belongs to a series that includes the KD-1033 B, KD-2033, and KD-3033.

Market

A service manual (KENWOOD KD-1033 TURNTABLE SERVICE MANUAL D-1259) is available for download. A brochure for the KD-1033 can be purchased for $1.00. One unit sold for $71.99 in November 2022. A "fully revitalized" unit is currently listed for €386.00.