Kenwood R-5000 Desktop HF / Shortwave Communications Receiver


​Up for auction/sale is a classic Kenwood R-5000 High-Performance Communications Receiver. Revered by DXers and shortwave enthusiasts worldwide, the R-5000 features outstanding sensitivity, robust overload immunity, and comprehensive signal-conditioning controls.


​Key Features:

​Wideband coverage from 100 kHz through 30.0 MHz.

​All-mode reception: AM, LSB, USB, CW, FM, and FSK.

​Dual noise blanker circuits (NB1 / NB2), tunable IF Shift, and Notch Filter.

​Selectable RF Attenuator (0\text{ dB}, 10\text{ dB}, 20\text{ dB}, 30\text{ dB}) and AGC settings.

​Dual Antenna inputs (SO-239 for 50\ \Omega coax & screw terminal strip for high/low impedance wire antennas).

​Integrated top-firing speaker, headphone output, and record out jack.


​Condition:

​Cosmetic: Very clean front control panel with clear LED readout and smooth tuning dial action. Case surfaces display minor surface marks and light wear expected from standard radio shack use.

​Functional: Powers up nicely; all controls, buttons, and switches feel crisp and intact.


​Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.