Kenwood KL-666 (1980–1982)
A pair of Japanese-made passive stereo speakers, produced in X and Z variants during the early 1980s.
Overview
The Kenwood KL-666 is a stereo loudspeaker system made in Japan. It came in at least two variants: the KL-666 X (produced 1980-1982) and the KL-666 Z (produced 1982). Both are passive, standmount speakers with bass reflex enclosures. The KL-666 X is a 3-way, 4-driver system. The KL-666 Z is a 4-way, 6-driver system. Each was part of a larger Kenwood speaker series. The X variant shared its lineup with the KL-444 X, KL-555 X, KL-777 X, KL-888 X, and KL-999 X, and the Z variant was grouped with the KL-555 Z and KL-999 Z.
Specifications
| Type | Passive |
| Positioning | Standmount |
| Enclosure | Bass Reflex |
| Way system | 3 (KL-666 X), 4 (KL-666 Z) |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohm |
| Dimensions (KL-666 X) | 310 x 520 x 230 mm (WxHxD) |
| Dimensions (KL-666 Z) | 370 x 630 x 271 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight (KL-666 X) | 9 kg |
| Production years | 1980–1982 (KL-666 X), 1982 (KL-666 Z) |
| Original price (KL-666 X) | approx. 650 DM |
| Manufacturer | Kenwood |
| Made in | Japan |
Market
Used Kenwood KL-666z speakers turn up on second-hand hi-fi markets. At least one example has been documented as a rebuild project. A pair of "KENWOOD KL 666 Z 555 D STEREO SPEAKERS" was listed as sold in a vintage sales archive.
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