Kenwood KT-5300
A mid-1970s AM/FM stereo tuner made by Kenwood, designed to pair with KA-series amplifiers.
Overview
The Kenwood KT-5300 is an AM/FM stereo tuner produced in the mid-to-late 1970s. Marketed as a budget-friendly component, it was designed to match Kenwood’s KA-5500, KA-3500, and KA-1500 amplifiers. It's described as a common, no-frills tuner suitable for entry-level stereo systems of the era.
Specifications
| FM Tuning Range | 88 to 108 MHz |
| MW Tuning Range | 525 to 1605 kHz |
| FM Sensitivity | 1.9µV |
| MW Sensitivity | 20µV |
| FM Signal to Noise Ratio | 70dB |
| MW Signal to Noise Ratio | 50dB |
| FM Output | 700mV |
| MW Output | 150mV |
| Distortion factor (Mono) | 0.2 |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | Not confirmed |
| Weight | 5.3 kg |
| Internal Design | 3 gangs and 2 ceramic filters |
| Original Price | $130–$140 |
Context
The KT-5300 was positioned as an affordable tuner in Kenwood’s lineup, offering basic performance for cost-conscious buyers. It was part of a family that included the KT-7300 and KT-8300, and a later version, the KT-5300 MKII, followed in the series.
Market
Used units have been listed for around $50 in fair condition. One owner report noted the unit failed during probing, suggesting potential sensitivity to internal handling or component fragility over time.
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