KENWOOD CP-R3 "PETIT CASSE"
Auto Reverse Stereo Cassette recorder
Kenwood CP-R3 "PETIT CASSE" - The pleasure of listening to Hi-Fi sound on the move. Enjoy Hi-Fi recording fun features in a compact & lightweight design.
A Stereo recording function was added to the compact and slim size petit cassette. With a one-point stereo microphone (included with CP-R3), stereo recording with good stereo localization, with full of audio presence.
In addition to this ease, we adopted Auto Level Control (ALC), which eliminates the troublesome recording level adjustment in a stereo recording. Feel free to enjoy stereo recording with high quality without adjusting the recording level. In addition, while monitoring the sound being recorded simultaneously, adopts a variable monitoring system that can record without mistakes. This means that even if the volume of the headphones being monitored is freely changed, the recording level is always kept optimum by the ALC. Therefore, it is possible to record while raising the volume and monitoring the sound. Of course, you can also connect with your home audio system, and enjoy the Hi-Fi source, air checking, and dubbing and even enjoy making originals.
Easy stereo recording with a one-point stereo microphone (attached).
you can enjoy a luxury Hi-Fi recording sound with this stereo recording petit cassette.
1984 Rare Japanese Brochure: Black or White, Price Tag ¥29,800.
Full Auto reverse convenience
We at Kenwood adopted the auto-reverse mechanism which reverses and replays the other side continuously without the need of touching it at all. If you finish listening to the A-side, it is quickly reverse to the B-side. An automatic reverse mechanism that can also endlessly reproduce from Side A -> B side -> A side -> B side ... and so on. Besides, with a one-touch, you can quickly return sides with the reverse mode switch. While the tape is turned over with the necessary auto-reverse, you can enjoy the cassette music endlessly without worrying about the end.
Kenwood enriches this auto-reverse mechanism with the ability to freely select the reverse operation mode
Equipped with a mode switch which one can choose the reverse mode from the two modes. Even in one-sided playback or endless performance, you can choose the reverse mode according to your style. Also, if the mood changes you can change it even during playback, it also has an auto-reverse switch that can switch from side A playback to side B playback, or from side B playback to side A playback (The CP-R3 auto-reverse mechanism works only during playback).
• For a recording without failure, use a variable monitoring system that can record while monitoring with headphones.
• High sensitivity and vivid sound Attaching a one-point stereo microphone with a built-in electret condenser microphone (X2 - L+R).
• Equipped with a reverse mechanism (during playback) for automatically playing both sides of the tape.
• 2 reverse mode; for one-side play / endless play.
• Automatic reversing to auto-reverse switch.
• Anti-rolling mechanism to keep stable tape running when in motion.
• Chrome/Metal tape support: 2 position tape selector (for playback only).
• Built-in Dolby Noise Reduction.
• Auto-stop mechanism that turns off the power supply in recording or playback. Upon stopping the tape, it automatically stops the mechanism.
• Newly developed "Petit-Phones" with a Wide & Dynamic playback range while adopting an ultra-thin diaphragm 6µm (included).
• Body size: (H) 108 X (W) 80.5 X (D) 32mm (excluding projecting parts).
• Weight: 300g (including batteries)
Rare Japanese Brochure 1984
Kenwood CP-R3 Japanese Owners Manual
Rare Japanese Brochure 1984
Few words about the CP-R3
The Kenwood CP-R3 is an OEM Recorder that was made by Toshiba and was based on model KT-RS1 Type. However, it is a standalone and different model version that was made to order by Kenwood's concept. Please note that the model number structure of the CP-R3 followed by KT-RS1 is in chronological order after the KT-VS2. The only difference from Toshiba's KT-RS1 is that the CP-R3 lacks the setup for the tuner pack so it is just a recorder without the tuner possibility.
One surprising detail considering it is Kenwood's top-of-the-line unit is its price tag: ¥29,800. According to Kenwood's catalog, it is cheaper than his smaller brother the CP-G5 Player who has a tuner and EQ features and costs: ¥36,800 a difference of ¥7000 (roughly $60). In comparison to other brands, the difference between a recorder model to a tuner model is about ¥4,000 ($30) on average. for example, Aiwa's HS-J9 36,800 and R9 ¥32,800.
The design of the CP-R3 is quite appealing considering Toshiba's ugly model's design. It is very comfortable to use when you're holding it in your palm but when you're using the belt hanger, it is very inconvenient to operate the transport buttons.
The CP-R3 is quite a rare and scarce walkman (not many were sold, hence, rarely found today) maybe because it has a plastic build and plastic feels to it, but it has a solid metal construction inside which makes it a bit bulky and heavy (300g), so even though it looks cheap, it has top features that compensate for that. it also has a crisp and rich sound that is worth listening to when you're on the move...
My total rating for this recorder is 7.8 out of 10
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