Kenwood KL-220 (1969–1971)
A compact bookshelf speaker system from Kenwood's early lineup, built in Japan with a bass reflex design and rated for 22 watts.
Overview
The Kenwood KL-220 is a passive two-way bookshelf speaker system made by Trio Electronics Inc. in Tokyo, Japan, between 1969 and 1971. It has a bass reflex enclosure and a removable front cover, in a walnut-finished wooden case. It belongs to a series with the KL-440, KL-660, and KL-880, and was sold as a standmount speaker for hi-fi setups of its era.
Specifications
| System type | Two-Way Two-Speaker System |
| Power Rating | 22 Watts max. |
| Impedance | 8 ohm |
| Crossover | 2500 Hz |
| Enclosure type | Bass Reflex |
| Positioning | Standmount |
| Front cover | removable |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 254 x 410 x 203 mm |
| Weight | 5.8 kg |
| Color | Walnut |
| Production years | 1969 - 1971 |
| Original price | 400 DM |
Design
The KL-220 is a two-way speaker in a bass reflex wooden enclosure. The front cover comes off, and the system is meant for standmount placement.
Product Family
The KL-220 is part of a series with the Kenwood KL-440, Kenwood KL-660, and Kenwood KL-880.
Market
The KL-220 is described as rare, with recent listings asking $200. Hifi Shark reports a median price of 2026 based on 40 trusted listings, though the figure comes with no currency or year context.
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