KENWOOD CP-G5

KENWOOD CP-G5 "PETIT CASSE - G"

Double color B&W CP-G5

There is a gift in sound coming from Kenwood's 'Petit Casse-G' - 

The CP-G5 HiFi Headphone stereo with EQ!

Full function Auto Reverse control

• The Petit Casse-G has a talented ON/OFF reverse switch and the auto-reverse has a quick turn. During tape playback, As soon as A-side finishes, the B side quickly enters. from side A playback to side B playback, or from side B playback to side A playback, with a talented reversing switch that is switchable. If this switch is turned on, continuous playback from A side to B side will be done, if it is OFF, tape playback will be automatically stopped at the end of every one side playback.

Rare Japanese Ad. "Free Waist Pouch" promotion. CP-G3B model is w/o the tuner pack.

A Graphic Equalizer is built in a compact body to freely suit it to your taste* 

We integrated a quality control for five elements of the sound that you can enjoy located on the backside of the main body. Frequency points are 100Hz, 330Hz, 1kHz, 3.3kHz, 10kHz. It is possible to enjoy sound enhancement by separating slides-controls up or down, raising only detailed Close-up vocals, zooming up musical instruments such as Guitar: Sitar, etc., or only specific instruments such as Drums and Windpipe. With these five points EQ, you can enjoy sound reproduction within the ±10dB range as you wish.

At each frequency point, the sound control with a large change in solid 10dB is as desired. It is also free to make sounds that emphasize specific parts or instrumental. Please operate the control level and experiment with the sound that is perfect for your heart. 

In general, please enjoy the sound adjustment as below according to your taste freely. 

100 Hz - Bass drums and other deep basses are powerfully and more lively. 

330 Hz - Adds sharpness to the mid-low range of music rhythm instruments. 

1 kHz -  You can enjoy vocals, fold up muff, fade-out effect. 

3.3 kHz - Lead instruments such as guitar are emphasized to thrilling sharp sounds. 

10 kHz - The attack of the Hi-Hat will lightly light up.

*Graphic Equalizer compatible with models CP-G3/B and CP-G5.

TV/FM/AM Tuner pack that looks like a Cassette

Besides playing regular music Cassette tape, there's also a Tuner Pack for the Petite Cassette. The Cassette tuner pack can be used whenever you want to enjoy a crystal clear radio and TV reception. The Tuner pack replaces the cassette if you want to listen to TV/FM/AM broadcasting. However, it cannot be used in conjunction.

Kenwood's Cassette Tuner Pack inside CP-G5R - Red

Kenwood's CP-G5 Rare brochure

High power design with two AA batteries

Headphone Stereo batteries greatly affect the sound quality of stereo. If the power of the battery quickly decreases, you can not get clear sound quality. But it is safe for you if you have the CP-G5 Kenwood's Petit Casse G. We adopted two AA battery system delivering energetic sound for a very long time. While the sound is also clearer than ever before.

• If tape hiss troubles you, you can use our Noise Reduction option that Suppresses Noise.

• Normal/Chrome/Metal cassette types switch, can be used for better and detailed biased sound.

Kenwood CP-G5 Brochure - Showa 59/June 1983

Kenwood CP-G5/CP-G3(B) Brochure - Showa 60/April 1984 

2 Way Headphone built (included)

A two-way system where the headband and earphones can be easily separated. the ultra-small headband could be attached to the earphones. With the earphones attached to the headband, it becomes headphones that can be used with inner ear type binding heads that are rated for sound quality if you remove the headband.

Technical details

Compact cassette stereo with Equalizer

"PETIT CASSE-G" CP-G5 ¥36,800

SPECIFICATIONS:

Overall frequency characteristics: 

40 Hz to 14,000 Hz (Normal) 

40 Hz to 16,000 Hz (Metal)

Practical maximum output: 20mW + 20mW (30 Ω)

Output terminal: 3.5 mm stereo x 1 (Phones)

Used tape: Normal & Metal (C-30 to C-120) 

Headphone model: 

Dynamic type - 9 µm film diaphragm

Frequency range: 20 Hz ~ 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 102 dB
Impedance: 32 Ω

Cord: 1.2m with plug 3.5 mm

Weight: 5g

Tuner Part:

Reception frequency:

76 to 108 MHz (FM),

525 to 1605 kHz (AM)

Maximum allowable input 50mW

Cord Antenna (FM), Ferrite Core Antenna (AM)

Power supply: 

DC 3 V (2 x AA)

Tape speed:  4.8 cm/sec. (1-7/8 i.p.s.)

Battery holding time: (ElAJ 1mW Output) 

2 hours (AA regular batteries)

6 hours (alkaline)

When using with Tuner Pack battery holds: 

8 hours to 14.5 hours (AA)

28 hours (alkaline)

Body dimensions:

77.2 (W) x 108 (H) x 29.5 (D) mm

Maximum external dimensions: 

78.2 (W) X 111 (H) X 32 (D) mm

Weight: 275g (including batteries)

Accessory: 

TV/ AM / FM Stereo Tuner Pack,

Carrying case, 
Stereo Headphone, 
Owners manual,

Headband (not including cord).

Kenwood CP-G5 Unboxed


Player built - Inside view

Left: Top side & Transport. Right: Back side Electronics & EQ.

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KENWOOD CP-R3

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).

• Thanks to the ALC, No need for troublesome level adjustment. An auto-record control method ensures optimum recording.
• 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)

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

 Toshiba KT-RS1

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