Kenwood KL-6090 (1973–1975)
A passive standmount loudspeaker with a 3-way design, produced by Kenwood for the high-fidelity market.
Overview
The Kenwood KL-6090 is a passive loudspeaker manufactured from 1973 to 1975. It features a 3-way configuration and is designed for standmount placement. The speaker cabinets are noted for their robust construction, described as "built like brick outhouses" with 1 1/4" thick walls, and are mirror-imaged for stereo positioning. While listed in a product family context with other KL-series models, no explicit details about its market role or technical lineage are confirmed.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 625 x 408 x 275 mm (HxWxD) |
| Weight | 22.5 kg |
| Construction | 3-way, 4 or 5 speakers (conflicting sources) |
| Enclosure type | Sealed Box or bass reflex (conflicting sources) |
| Positioning | Standmount |
| Power handling | 90w |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
Design
The KL-6090 uses a sealed box or bass reflex enclosure with internal crossovers that include a tone selector. The cabinets are constructed with exceptionally thick walls—1 1/4 inches—contributing to their substantial weight and rigid structure. The left and right units are mirror-imaged to optimize stereo imaging and driver alignment.
Market
The Kenwood KL-6090 had an original price of approximately 850 DM. Used components such as crossover assemblies, individual drivers (e.g., the 15" TRIO T11-0043-05 woofer), and speaker badges have appeared in the secondary market, indicating ongoing collector interest and efforts to restore or maintain these speakers.
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