Kenwood VR-506 5.1 AVR 500W with Phono Input

Kenwood VR-506 5.1 AVR 500W with Phono Input

The Kenwood VR-506 is a 5.1-channel AV receiver delivering 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms with Dolby Digital, DTS, and Pro Logic decoding plus a built-in moving-magnet phono stage for turntable use.

The VR-506 shares the same 100 W x 5 power rating, 24-bit DSP, and 24-bit A/D and D/A conversion found in the VR-507, giving it strong home theatre performance with clean, dynamic sound for movies and TV. It handles Dolby Digital and DTS for discrete 5.1 soundtracks, while standard Dolby Pro Logic provides surround from older analog and stereo sources. Compared with the VR-507, the VR-506 omits Dolby Pro Logic II and Circle Surround processing and has slightly fewer inputs, which makes it a simpler, more budget-focused option for straightforward 5.1 setups.

Connectivity includes three digital inputs (one optical, two coaxial), multiple analog audio inputs including a dedicated MM phono input, and several A/V inputs with composite and S-video for DVD players, cable boxes, and game consoles. A 5.1-channel analog input supports external multichannel sources, and a preamp-level subwoofer output allows easy integration with powered subs. This unit is in good cosmetic condition with typical light wear from normal use but no significant damage, and it includes the original Kenwood RC-R0615 remote control, giving full access to setup and surround-mode selection straight from the listening position.

Specifications:

Power output: 100 watts x 5 into 8 ohms (stereo and surround, 40–20,000 Hz, 0.7% THD)

Amplifier configuration: 5.1-channel surround (front L/R, center, surround L/R, sub out)

Frequency response: 10 Hz – 60 kHz (line level)

Total harmonic distortion: 0.7% (rated output, 8 ohms)

Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV (MM phono), 200 mV (line)

Signal-to-noise ratio: 74 dB (phono), 90 dB (line)

Speaker load impedance: 6–16 ohms (slightly broader rated range than VR-507’s 8–16 ohms)

Surround decoding: Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic (no Dolby Pro Logic II or Circle Surround on VR-506)

DSP / conversion: 24-bit DSP processor; 24-bit A/D and D/A converters

Digital inputs: 3 total (1 optical TOSLINK, 2 coaxial RCA – one fewer than the VR-507’s 4 digital inputs)

Analog audio inputs: 3 audio and 3 A/V inputs including phono (MM) and front-panel A/V input

Video inputs: Composite and S-video inputs including 3 S-video plus 1 front-panel S-video

5.1-channel input: Yes, for external multichannel sources (e.g., DVD-Audio/SACD players)

Subwoofer output: Preamp-level mono subwoofer output

Tuner: AM/FM tuner with 40 presets

Remote: Original Kenwood A/V remote control included

Year of introduction: 2001

Dimensions: (Width x Height x Depth) 17.3 x 5.6 x 15.7 inches (440 x 143 x 400 mm)

Weight: 19.4 lbs (8.8 kg)

The VR-506 is a strong-value 5.1 AVR with genuine 100 WPC power, phono input, and all the core Dolby Digital/DTS functionality most users need, ideal for an affordable home theatre or mixed movie-and-music system where Pro Logic II and extra digital inputs are not essential. Backed by Radique Audio’s Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty and our Perpetual Trade-Back Program, you can purchase with confidence.