Kenwood TH-D75E handheld transceiver

The Kenwood TH-D75E is a high-end handheld amateur radio transceiver, recognized for its advanced digital capabilities including D-STAR and built-in GPS. As a successor to the popular TH-D74, this device is engineered to meet the needs of radio amateurs worldwide by offering dual-band functionality and various data communication modes. It is primarily manufactured in Japan, maintaining the high standards of precision engineering associated with the Japanese electronics industry.

Kenwood was originally founded in 1946 as Kasuga Radio Co., Ltd. in Komagane, Japan. Over decades, it became a global leader in audio and communication equipment. In 2008, the brand underwent a significant structural change when it merged with JVC (Victor Company of Japan, Ltd.) to form JVCKENWOOD Corporation. Today, the Kenwood brand operates as a major division of this corporate entity, focusing on professional and consumer radio communications as well as automotive electronics. The ultimate owner, JVCKENWOOD Corporation, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and governs the brand's global distribution and technological research.