Kenwood KE-205 (1998)
A 7-band stereo graphic equalizer released in 1998, with independent control of each frequency band.
Overview
The Kenwood KE-205 is a stereo graphic equalizer with seven frequency bands per channel. Released in 1998, it is a 3 piece stack system design meant to sit in a high-fidelity audio system. It gives ±10 dB of adjustment on each band and uses RCA connectors for stereo input and output. Kenwood marketed it as a tool for customizing sound, and it was noted for responsive sliders and a clean, functional layout.
Specifications
| Product type | 7-band stereo graphic equalizer |
| Production year | 1998 |
| Number of bands | 6 or 7 bands (per channel, conflicting sources) |
| Equalization range | ±10 dB |
| Center frequencies | 60 Hz, 150 Hz, 400 Hz, 1 kHz, 2.4 kHz, 6 kHz, and one additional frequency (exact value not confirmed) |
| Output level | 4.3V (max) |
| Inputs | Stereo RCA |
| Outputs | Stereo RCA |
Design
The KE-205 uses a 3-piece stack system design and has digital technology for signal processing. It works as a dual equalizer, with separate control for the left and right channels, and was built for component-based audio setups.
Market
Used units have turned up in working condition with cosmetic wear such as scuffs. In January 2024, an auction listing estimated a value between $200 and $800 USD. A separate Facebook listing priced a unit at 900 (currency unspecified, likely Mexican pesos) and described it as fully functional with excellent audio performance.
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