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Rockford Fosgate 300 Watt Mono amplifer with on-board adjustable crossover, gain control, and Patented Punch EQ. Amplifier features DTM Thermal management circuitry and MOSFET technology for clean performance that does not shut down. CEA Certified RMS Power Rating 150 watts x1 @ 4 Ohms, 300 watts x1 @ 2 Ohms. Visit www.RockfordFosgate.com 24 hours a day for technical support or call (800)669-9899 M-F 7 am to 5 pm MST.

Amazon Sales Rank: #16165 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Rockford Fosgate Model: P300-1 Dimensions: 9.50" h x 5.84" w x 8.13" l, Mono amplifier with 300W x 1 @ 2-Ohms RMS power rating (150W x 1 @ 4-Ohms RMS) Perfect for use as a dedicated subwoofer or center channel amplifier 4 Gauge power/ground terminals MOSFET output stage and power supply One-year limited warranty

The P300-1 is perfect for use as a dedicated subwoofer or center channel amplifier. Regardless if you're driving multiple speakers or just one, the hefty 2-ohm capability will deliver the right amount of PUNCH that you want! Now, thanks to its small chassis design, it will also fit where traditional amplifiers cannot. Rockford Fosgate Punch Series Amplification For over 25 years, Punch amplifiers have set the standard in the car audio amplifier industry and they continue to do so today. It's the reason that they have become the most popular amplifiers in the world. Each of the Punch family amplifiers reproduce sonic perfection along with impressive power in a compact chassis. Perfect for use as a dedicated subwoofer or center channel amplifier. Click to enlarge. Heavy duty, nickel-plated clamp wire connectors. Click to enlarge. Designed and engineered in the U.S.A. for maximum performance, heat management, and acoustics. Click to enlarge. P300-1 Features 12dB/octave crossover 4 Gauge power/ground terminals Audiophile grade speaker connections MOSFET output stage MOSFET power supply Top Mounted LED Indicators CEA-2006 Power ratings on Rockford Fosgate amplifiers conform to CEA-2006 industry standards. These guidelines mean your amplifier's output power ratings are REAL POWER numbers, not inflated marketing ratings. Differential Inputs Differential input circuitry measures the voltage of both the (+) and (-) input signal. The circuitry subtracts the voltage common to both conductors (noise) resulting in only the clean signal. This allows only clean signal to enter the amplifier. Discrete Surface Mount DSM--An industry-leading manufacturing process, DSM utilizes high-speed robotics, high-quality 1% tight-tolerance parts and large board traces. The discrete components are laser etched to meet a particular value and a very low tolerance. This lower tolerance improves the efficiency of the circuit, decreases cross-talk from other discrete components and lowers operating temperature. These superior components are used by aerospace, automotive, and cellular manufacturers. Dynamic Thermal Management Heat is often inefficiently dissipated across a heatsink causing "hot spots". This impacts important design goals which are: Keeping internal components cool. Maximizing potential of all components. Reducing distortion for better sound quality. Increasing efficiency to produce more power. Rockford Fosgate engineers have developed an award winning cooling design called DTM. This patent pending design seamlessly manages the output of power supply temperatures, while evenly distributing the excess heat across the entire amplifier. MEHSA3 MEHSA3 (Maximum Efficiency Heat Sink Application - gen. 3) is a proprietary process that yields up to five times better heat transfer than traditional FET mounting techniques, using the exact same components. A multi-layer insulated metal substrate operating with minimal thermal resistance spreads heat both downward & outward to quickly dissipate heat from each device across the heatsink. This process combined with our optimized heatsink designs, DSM (Discrete Surface Mount) technology and MOSFET devices, allows Rockford Fosgate to squeeze more watts per cubic inch from every output device as well as provide consistent thermal stability. The 3rd generation creates a dielectric layer between the ceramic topside and the aluminum base that retains all of the electrical isolation and capacitive coupling of the original MEHSA material increasing it's thermal conductivity. The higher power handling results in a 20% reduction in thermal impedance. NOMAD NOMAD is a "real time" analog computer that protects your amplifier from shorting speaker wires and dangerously low speaker impedances. Punch EQ2 In the early 70's, Jim Fosgate studied the acoustical properties of automobiles. Utilizing a real-time analyzer and pink noise, he would graph out the acoustical characteristics of each car he tested. Jim discovered three problems that were common to all cars: A midbass hump between 100-275Hz A steep roll-off of high frequencies from 2kHz up to 20kHz Reduced bass response below 50Hz The Punch EQ on-board equalization circuit helps correct for these acoustical deficiencies in the listening environment. When set to Low-Pass(LP) operation, it becomes a variable Bass Boost. When set to High-Pass (HP) operation, it acts as a variable Mid-Bass and Treble Boost. When set to All Pass (AP) operation, both Bass and Treble frequencies are boosted. TO-247 MOSFETs Rockford Fosgate amps use custom TO-247 MOSFETs. These have 60% more metal tab area for more power capacity, lower impedance and improved heat dissipation over traditional TO-220 MOSFETs found in competitor amps. TRANS•ana An award winning studio quality circuit borrowed from the pro audio company Hafler. TRANS-ana is a sound quality circuit that is a standard in the recording industry that simplifies the signal path of the amplifier, allowing the signal to travel through the amplifier at a low voltage. The result: Greater reliability, cleaner performance and exceptional musicality, speed, and durability. P300-1 Specifications Number of Channels: 1 Rated Power: 150W x 1 @ 4-Ohms RMS 300W x 1 @ 2-Ohms RMS Total Power: 300 Watts Dynamic Power: 240 Watts x 1 @ 4-Ohms 0 degrees Res 404 Watts x 1 @ 2-Ohms 0 degrees Res Bridgeable: No Efficiency (average): 69% @ 4-Ohm 65% @ 2-Ohm Crossover Controls: High-Pass (HP): 50Hz-500Hz 12dB/octave Butterworth Low-Pass (LP): 50-500Hz 12dB/octave Butterworth Tone Controls: Punch EQ2 Bass: 0dB to +18dB @ 45Hz and/or Punch EQ2 Treble: 0dB to +12dB @ 12kHz Function depends upon LP/AP/HP switch position Signal Input: Low level: 1 RCA pair Signal Output: n/a Power Input Connector: Block Power Wire Gauge: 4 AWG Speaker Output Connector: Screw terminal barrier strip Speaker Wire Gauge: 8 AWG to 18 AWG Heat Sink Type: Cast aluminum Cooling: Convection Remote Controls: n/a Visual Indicators: Power Thermal Protect Circuit Topology Class: Class A/B Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 1dB Shipping Weight: 6.34 Lbs. (2.87 Kg.) Dimensions (HxWxL): 2.25 x 7.625 x 9.0 (in) 5.71 x 19.37 x 22.80 (cm) Thirty Years of Rockford Fosgate Rockford Fosgate products have been designed and engineered in Tempe, Arizona since the beginning. Rockford's 30 year reputation is grounded in engineering and manufacturing some of the finest audio products in the world. The company's no-compromise approach has yielded patented iconic products such as the Punch EQ, Punch 45 amplifier and the 3Sixty integrated signal processor. Today, Rockford's new products push the performance envelope even further. Each new product is a step forward--they sound bigger, they play louder, and run longer. Rockford never settles for "good enough." The 2010 product line represents the company's core philosophy. Rockfords new amplifiers, speakers and subwoofers have raised the bar on the competition. What's in the Box Rockford Fosgate Punch P300-1 300-Watt Mono Amplifier, User's Manual More Amplifier Options From Rockford Fosgate If you need more features, step up to the Power Series T500-1BDCP. On a Tighter Budget? Rockford's also got you covered. Consider the Prime Series R250-1. Rockford Fosgate Punch Series Power Amplifiers Rockford Fosgate Punch P200-2 200-Watt Stereo Amplifier Rockford Fosgate Punch P300-1 300-Watt Mono Amplifer Rockford Fosgate Punch P300-2 300-Watt Stereo Amplifer Rockford Fosgate Punch P400-1 400 Watt Mono Amplifier Rockford Fosgate Punch P400-2 400-Watt Stereo Amplifier Rockford Fosgate Punch P400-4 400-Watt Multi Channel Amplifer Rockford Fosgate Punch P500-1BD 500-Watt Mono Amplifer Rockford Fosgate Punch P500-2 500-Watt Stereo Amplifer Rockford Fosgate Punch P500-4 500 Watt Multi Channel Amplifier Rockford Fosgate Punch P700-1BD 700 Watt Mono Amplifier Rockford Fosgate Punch P1000-1BD 1000-Watt Mono Amplifer

Most helpful customer reviews 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Don't judge this amp by it's size, this thing HITS. By M. Yatabe I have my Punch 300.1 running at 2ohms on an Alpine Type-R 1242D in a sealed box. The amp is installed underneath my front passenger seat with plenty of room to spare. It hasn't gotten all that hot yet, and it sounds GREAT (especially at extremely high volume...) The amp itself looks sharp, is well contstructed (all of the inputs, wiring, and adjustment knobs are at one end, which helps to keep things clean & organized when installing), it's very compact, and way more powerful than you might think. These amps come out of the box with a test sheet that is often 100+ watts HIGHER than the rms numbers that are on the stock spec sheet. This is a nice surprise for anybody buying one of these new. Installation is a bit more advanced than other entry level priced amps. There is no on-board fuse for protection, so you'll also have to pick up some kind of inline fuse or fuse block. There are compression wiring terminals that can accept up to 4ga power/ground connections. The large size power/ground wiring terminals are obviously needed, because this little amp is also a power hog. It's probably a good idea to add a stiffening cap to your system if you're going to crank it up, because Rockford amps don't tend to be overly efficient. That being said, I've been pounding away on my system and my headlights haven't dimmed out yet... but I do have a Tundra with a V-8 that can handle more demanding power draws on the stock alternator than a smaller engine. However, I would like if the adjustment knobs were more accessible because the downside to the amp design is that it can be difficult to reach the recessed dials depending on your installation. A lot of people probably won't care though, because "normal" people (not gear heads or stereo geeks) will simply "set & forget" and never touch the dials after installation. To sum up; this is one of the best little amps I've ever owned. Yes there are some quirks, but you get a lot more out of this entry-level priced amp than you do from other brands in it's price range. If you pair the Punch 300.1 up with an appropriate subwoofer setup, you will not be disappointed. ******************** UPDATE 3/06/2011 "The Little Amp That Could" is still going strong. I like to listen LOUD and I push this thing pretty hard almost every day, and I haven't had a single problem in the six months since I first installed it. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Rockford rocks me! By Hoovie had this amp over a year now and blew 2 8" subs(friend turned it louder than i said he could!, they were a snack for it pretty much with gain only 1/4 of the way up! just got 2 12" mtx jackhammers (500rms) and the guy down the street with his 3 12" cant believe the clarity and loudness this small amp puts out! Rockford WAY underrated this thing, mine birth sheet shows mine rated at 431rms @2ohms which is 131watts OVER what its supposed to put out! ive run this thing hours and rest assured... i give up far before it does. i need to buy stock in ibuprofen! so unless you want to blow your eardrums out or be heard in china then this is the one... it'll still let ppl know at all 4 corners of the intersection what good taste you have in music :P 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. SLAPZZZ By Bay Area Slaps Do not hesitate to purchase this amp. I have the rockford P-300 amp hooked up to a sealed bass slammer box with 12" competition kicker CVR. Such Clean Crisp slappin base. You absolutely have to have the Bass Knob to control from song to song how much punch u want to amp to throw. Paperwork shows this amp has total watt power of 1248. Seriously, inside of 4 minutes I can feel my hair moving. See all 4 customer reviews...

The Crunch brand represents a wide array of -Inchbest-in-class-Inch amplifiers for today's car audio market. In celebration of 30 proud years, Crunch Ground Pounder amplifiers feature V-Drive technologies to handle higher current loads with clean audio signals to feed the enhanced performance power supply. Considered the -Inchbest bump for the buck,-Inch Crunch amplifiers and subwoofers employ the latest designs and technology, based on shared engineering experience and expertise throughout the complete Maxxsonics brands. With a reputation for unique design, sonic accuracy and big power, Crunch amplifiers come in a variety of configurations. Whether it‘s the PCB or MOSFET power supply, Crunch amplifier components are engineered for high performance, quality, reliability – and good looks. Crunch subwoofers deliver groundpounding performance worthy of any size Crunch power amplifier. Attractive, affordable and innovative, look to Crunch design and engineering to continue leading the car audio industry in performance and value. Parent company, Maxxsonics USA, offers decades of combined experience and distinction with four brands MB QUART, Hifonics, Autotek and Crunch. We independently support and maintain these best-in-class brands to bring you some of the biggest, baddest and coolest products in the car, marine and home audio industry. Maxxsonics designers and engineers take great care and satisfaction in producing only the finest quality products to exceed your needs. Look for the stylized blue -InchM-Inch on your product and packaging. It stands for quality, performance and power you can only get from Maxxsonics.

Amazon Sales Rank: #18751 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Silver Brand: Crunch Model: GPV1000.2 Dimensions: 9.00 pounds 2 x 250 W at 4 Ohms, 2 x 500 W at 2 Ohms, 1 x 1000 W at 4 Ohms Maxx Power Twin-Coil Isolation Design with Fully Adjustable Crossovers that Include 24 dB Low-Pass and 24 dB Subsonic Filter; RCA Line Outputs Include Amplifier Daisy-Chaining and 4 to 0 Gauge Power Connectors Twin-Turbo MOSFET Exponential Variable-Power Supply High-Current Power Supplies and High-Speed MOSFET Outputs 30th Anniversary Edition with Blue Halo Illuminated Crunch Logo and Selector Switch for Choice of Fixed Illumination

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. THIS AMP ROCKS! By PONTIACBASS I REALLY DONT KNOW HOW PEOPLE CAN GIVE THIS A BAD REVIEW. YOU NEED TO MAKE SURE EVERYHTING IS CONNECTED RIGHT PEOPLE. LOOK AT A WIRING GUIDE TO FIND THE CORRECT OHMS FOR YOUR SUBS AND AMP. MAKE SURE THEY ARE COMPATIBLE. I CONNECTED THIS GROUND POUNDER TO 2 Quantum QBCW12D4 Beta Series 12-Inch 4 Ohms DVC Subwoofer WHICH I GOT FROM AMAZON FOR A DAM GOOD PRICE AND A PORTED BOX ALSO PURCHASED FROM AMAZON AND THIS AMP MAKES THEM BUMP! I HAVE A PIONEER PREMIER 50WX4 HU AND MY LOW AND BASS SETTINGS ARE AT -6. MY HU HAS MANY SETTINGS AND THEY ARE ALL TURNED OFF. I CAN IMAGINE HOW MUCH THUMP I WILL GET IF I TURNED THEM ON. TRUST ME THIS AMP DOES THE JOB! IF YOU WANT BASS FOR LITTLE MONEY I SUGGEST YOU START WITH THIS AMP. I PAID $272 HERE ON AMAZON FOR 2 SUBS, AMP AND PORTED BOX! 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Crunch GPV1000.2 Awsome ASS AMP! By Anthony Mcbride I have the crunch GPV1000.2 amp this is a must buy and for the price you can't beat it. I have this amp hooked up to a 12 inch lanzar max12D rated at 500 watts RMS in my 93 mustang it shakes the whole car alot of people can't it believe how much boom i have it made my rear view mirror fall off bcuz of the bass being so deep and loud. Like i said this is a must buy this amp can power any subwoofer out there from mild to wild with plenty of power to spare. 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Isaiah By Isaiah I had nothin when i got my first system. But this amp really slams my new subs .. i love it See all 12 customer reviews...

Transform your home theater into an online media hub with the Denon AVR-3311CI 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver. Equipped with wired LAN connectivity, the AVR-3311CI connects to your home network so you can enjoy online content on your big-screen TV and home speakers. The receiver features a wide selection of inputs, allowing you to route Blu-Ray/DVD players, VCRs, game consoles, and other entertainment devices to your TV. And with full support for the latest high-definition audio and video formats, you get enhanced music, photos, and video in the comfort of your home. LAN Connectivity for Access to Online Content - With its RJ-45 wired LAN connection, the Denon AVR-3311CI A/V Receiver allows your home theater to access online media. The LAN connection allows you to retrieve content from popular Internet services, including Pandora, Rhapsody, and Napster to stream your favorite music, or Flickr for photos-all from the comfort of your living room. The LAN connection also allows for web browser control using any network connected PC or other internet searching device, like an iPhone. An RS-232C serial port is also included to allow for integration with any third-party, home control systems.

Color: Black Brand: Denon Model: AVR-3311CI Dimensions: 6.70" h x 17.10" w x 15.00" l, 28.70 pounds Fully discrete 7-channel power amplifier delivers 125 watts per channel (875-watts total) Decodes Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIz, HDMI 1.4a Repeater Inputs (6) and Output (1) support 1080p/24, 3D (All formats) Audio Return Channel, 7.1 Uncompressed Audio Anchor Bay ABT-2015 advanced analog and digital video 1080p/24fps/60fps upconversion and deinterlacing with multi-cadence detection Audyssey DSX surround processing, Audessey MultEQ automatic room acoustic measuring and correction system

Transform your home theater into an online media hub with the Denon AVR-3311CI 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver. Equipped with wired LAN connectivity, the AVR-3311CI connects to your home network so you can enjoy online content on your big-screen TV and home speakers. The receiver features a wide selection of inputs, allowing you to route Blu-Ray/DVD players, VCRs, game consoles, and other entertainment devices to your TV. And with full support for the latest high-definition audio and video formats, you get enhanced music, photos, and video in the comfort of your home. Denon AVR-3311CI 7.2-Channel A/V ReceiverAt a Glance: Features support for latest high-definition audio and video formats LAN connectivity for access to online media Cutting-edge audio technologies for exceptional surround sound 6 HDMI inputs for added connectivity HDMI 1.4a for compatibility with 3D media HD radio and iPod/iPhone Direct Connectivity LAN Connectivity for Access to Online Content With its RJ-45 wired LAN connection, the Denon AVR-3311CI A/V Receiver allows your home theater to access online media. The LAN connection allows you to retrieve content from popular Internet services, including Pandora, Rhapsody, and Napster to stream your favorite music, or Flickr for photos--all from the comfort of your living room. The LAN connection also allows for web browser control using any network connected PC or other internet searching device, like an iPhone. An RS-232C serial port is also included to allow for integration with any third-party, home control systems. Equal power amplifier design gives a more faithful reproduction of the original sound. View larger. Features a LAN connection to stream online media, plus an HDMI 1.4a port for 3D media. View larger. Premium Audio Technologies for Superb Surround Sound Fully compatible with the latest HD audio formats, the AVR-3311CI provides a powerful, theater-quality surround-sound experience. It ensures maximum audio performance with multiple cutting-edge technologies: Equal Power Amp Design: Each of the receiver's seven 125-watt channels is powered by its own discrete circuit. This allows the receiver to reproduce the original surround sound more faithfully than conventional models, which use integrated circuits. High-Definition Audio Support: The AVR-3311CI features support for the latest Blu-Ray, high-resolution audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. These formats play back sound with exceptional fidelity, providing you with a more realistic listening experience. Dolby Pro Logic IIz and Audyssey DSX: Dolby Pro Logic IIz provides two additional height channels, adding a vertical dimension to your sound. Audyssey DSX supplements this effect by creating additional channels and dramatically expanding the front soundstage. Audyssey MultEQ XT Support: Audyssey technology helps create an optimal acoustic profile for your home theater. Using a microphone, Audyssey MultEQ XT carefully measures the "acoustic layout" of your listening area, and then adjusts the speakers to perform at their best, making for the finest listening environment possible. Full HD Support and Up-Scaling to 1080p With six HDMI inputs, the AVR-3311CI allows you to route multiple high-definition devices--like game consoles and Blu-Ray players--to your TV. The receiver also upscales standard-definition video inputs to a 1080p HD signal. You'll be able to enjoy older media, such as VCR and DVD, in richer detail. It also allows you to connect all of your devices to your TV with a single HDMI cable, reducing cable clutter. Vivid 3D Visuals with HDMI 1.4a The AVR-3311CI comes equipped with HDMI 1.4a, allowing you to make the most of several premium video features: 3D Pass-Through: With the advent of 3D media, it is important to own a receiver that recognizes 3D video signals. The AVR-3311CI is able to pass through 3D signals from your Blu-Ray player, ensuring that the 3D effect doesn't get lost in translation. It also recognizes signals from 3D television broadcasts. Audio Return Channel: HDMI 1.4a also features an Audio Return Channel, which allows both audio and video content to be sent through a single HDMI cable. This eliminates the need for a separate audio cable running from your TV to the receiver--only a single HDMI cable is needed. Deep Color and x.v.Color Support: The AVR-3311CI also supports Deep Color and x.v.Color schemes, which can display a larger color range than standard-definition schemes. The result is a more lifelike, vibrant picture. HD Radio and iPod Connectivity Equipped with an HD Radio, the AVR-3311CI actively converts analog radio signals to digital, greatly improving the clarity of both AM and FM broadcasts. The receiver also features iPod and iPhone Direct Connectivity, allowing you to stream your music via a USB cable. A compressed audio restorer guarantees that MP3 playback is crisp and clear. Ergonomic Design Promotes Easy Control With its programmable functions and intuitive button layout, the AVR-3311CI is designed to maximize ease of use. The front panel is smartly organized, featuring clearly-labeled buttons and onboard controls for volume and source. In addition, its on-screen display provides quick information about your system's settings. The AVR-3311CI's remotes can sync with other entertainment devices in your home theater, eliminating the need for additional remote controls. It can also be easily programmed with macro functions, giving you more flexibility in controlling your home theater. The AVR-3311CI 7.2 Channel Networking Multi-Source/Multi-Zone A/V Home Theater Receiver is backed by a three-year warranty. What's in the Box AVR-3311CI Home Theater Receiver, power cord, main remote control with "AA" batteries, sub remote control with "AAA" batteries, setup microphone, AM loop antenna, FM indoor antenna, and owner's manual. Play music directly from your iPod and iPhone by connecting it to the USB port.

Most helpful customer reviews 63 of 63 people found the following review helpful. Great receiver, so far By Mikey likes it Having listened to mid-range receivers from most of the major brands, I liked the sound of the Denons the best..a bit warmer than the Onkyos, which is better for music. The Pioneers sounded nice, but lacked Audyssey (using the proprietary MACC instead). Marantz sounded great but aren't as fully featured as comparably priced Denons. I wanted a receiver that's up-to-date with all of the latest surround sound formats and is relatively future proof, since I don't plan to upgrade again for several years. The 3311 seemed to fit the bill perfectly and I'm very happy with my purchase so far. The sound quality is great. I thought that my old Onkyo sounded pretty good, but this surpasses it by far. Audyssey MultiEQ XT does an excellent job at tailoring the equalization to compensate for the acoustical flaws in the room. I've never had a system that sounds so balanced, detailed and immersive. There's plenty of power to drive most speakers (even my inefficient Polk RTiA7's) to their potential. I was initially concerned about the reduced weight of the newer Denon mid-range receivers compared to older models, but this concern seems to be mostly unfounded, as the performance and adequate power speaks for itself. Pre-outs are included to allow for the addition of external amps, if desired. Last year's models apparently suffered from networking problems. Fortunately, these issues seem to have been resolved in the 3311 and the network features have worked flawlessly so far. By the way, the upcoming model AVR-991 is priced $200 lower and is basically the same as the 3311, except it has no pre-outs, a couple less inputs, one less zone and one remote instead of two. To me, this unit (or the 991) is the sweet spot in the new Denon line as far as performance, features and value. It's reasonably priced, being $300 less than last year's 3310, yet has more features and probably better sound, due to the upgrade to the "XT" version of MultiEQ. It'll cost a lot more to step up to the next higher model (4311?) and, based on comments I've read, the difference in sound quality is likely to be marginal at best. The 3311 comes with a 3 year warranty (the AVR-991 warranty is only 2 yrs). Based on my experience with this receiver so far, I'd definitely buy it again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to a friend. Tip: try to get it on sale. I got mine for 25% off list price despite being a newly released model. 32 of 33 people found the following review helpful. DOA Networking still a problem By Jay If you spend some time reading AVSForums you'll learn that last years model (the 3310) was plagued with dead networking cards. It appears that nothing has changed with there year's model. I ordered the 3311 from 6th Ave and they were quick to ship with a good price but after hooking it up I realized my network card was busted. The unit will hang in the "Network Connecting" screen and never acquire an IP address or permit you to manually change any of the network settings. Again, searching thru AVSForums I learned that this was a common problem on the 3310 and a few folks have had this with the 3311. Since the networking features are the primary reason to step up to the 3311 from the 2311, this is a deal breaker. I contacted 6th Ave and so far they have been great about the return. I'm on the fence on whether to try another Denon or try a Pioneer. After my issues, I read up and realized that the Denons have a serious issue with reliability in terms of the network card. Sure they offer a 3 year warranty, but you'll be without your receiver for weeks and have to pay to ship something that weighs 40lbs across the USA. I have the 2310 now, and it's been a reliable receiver but I needed to upgrade to get 3D support. I upgraded one model to get Pandora support and what I thought was digital source support for Zone 2. After having the unit I now

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Amazon Sales Rank: #30609 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Pioneer Model: DEH11E Dimensions: 2.40" h x 18.00" w x 9.60" l, 4.00 pounds RCA preout for adding on external amps and speakers simplify system expansion Supertuner Tuner IIID for superior FM and AM MOSFET 50W x 4 amplification circuit for the power hungry LCD Display with 8-character Text AUX input to easier plug in your portable media devices

Amazon.com Product Description The Pioneer DEH-11E CD Receiver with Supertuner IIID for superior AM and FM, MOSFET 50W x 4 for better sound, and Front AUX input for portable devices. The Next Best Thing to Live Sick of listening to static? CD Players improve sound quality and add features like USB and iPod control that your built in factory stereo might otherwise not have. Features like Supertuner IIID can enhance your in-car listening experience even further, improving sound quality of radio stations. DEH-11E CD Receiver with Supertuner IIID. Click to enlarge. Easy to access knobs and buttons illuminated with cool green light. Front AUX input makes it a snap to plug in your portable media devices. Supertuner IIID for superior FM and AM Pioneer's legendary Supertuner IIID combines the best of digital and analog tuner technologies to reduce distortion to bring you exceptional FM and AM performance. If you live in an area where reception is weak, you'll hear a big improvement in signal strength. And when you're near tall buildings, Supertuner IIID reduces the effect of multi-path noise, which occurs when the signal is reflecting off of the buildings. MOSFET 50W x 4 for the power hungry Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, delivering power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. Remember: more power doesn't only mean louder. It also means that your music will be cleaner at higher volumes because you're not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. For clean, efficient power that will rock your vehicle, you found the right CD Receiver. Get Plugged In Use the built-in AUX input for connecting any digital portable player and other external auxiliary devices. For extra-convenient access, the input is on the front panel. What Does This Model Have To Offer? The DEH-11E is smartly designed to expand your system, customize your experience, provide superior sound quality and easy operation. LCD Display with 8-character Text AUX input to easier plug in your portable media devices RCA preout for adding on external amps and speakers simplify system expansion. Built-in MOSFET 50 W x 4 amplifier for excellent sound quality, minimal distortion and efficient power handling. Supertuner IIID advanced analog and digital processing assure superior imaging, less distortion and noise, and stronger, smoother broadcast signal reception. What's in the Box Pioneer DEH-11E CD Receiver, wiring harness, installation hardware, operation manual, installation guide, warranty sheet

Most helpful customer reviews 24 of 24 people found the following review helpful. GREAT STEREO FOR THE PRICE By blackbeltlover I live in a bad neighborhood in central Phoenix and have had several stereos stolen from my car( about one a year) whether I pull the face off or not. Needless to say, I no longer want to spend big bucks on my sounds and this stereo fit the bill pricewise. For an inexpensive stereo you get clean, crisp, customizable sound, an I pod or mp3 plug on the face, and a great tuner. The last stereo i had cost nearly 3 times what I payed for this and it would not catch my favorite FM station from the other end of town. This stereo catches it clear and loud. I recommend this stereo for anyone on a budget who demands quality sound. 22 of 23 people found the following review helpful. Great no-frills factory radio upgrade receiver. By nitelifeguy I did a lot of research on upgrading my old and worn out factory radio on my Toyota Camry. I was looking for something that did all of the basics (play discs and had an AUX input). I didn't need all of the ipod bells and whistles and was looking for a unit that was budget friendly but had nice audio. After purchasing 2 different receivers, which turned out one of them wasn't compatible with my factory wiring and the second had install difficulty and lower than average sound specs. I came across this Pioneer here on Amazon. The install was a breeze. Fit and looked great in my dash. The sound quality and features were up there with the other major brands. This unit packs more than enough power to liven your music collection up even without a seperate amplifier.I like the 3 band EQ especially to tailor all three frequency ranges (bass,mids and treble) and the SuperTunerIII radio reception is nice even in my rural area. If you just want a receiver that plays your pre-bought and burned CD's and maybe plug an MP3 player into once in awhile, This one is worth a try. 12 of 12 people found the following review helpful. A good product By David Holloway I bought this CD radio to replace one in a Ford Pickup. I had to purchase a wire harness assembly to install it. The wire harness assembly came with installation directions. It was easier then I expected to install. The radio and C.D. player work wonderfully. I am very satisfied. I would recommend this as a replacement radio. See all 24 customer reviews...

CD player with built-in amplifier (17 watts RMS/52 peak x 4 channels) CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs loaded with MP3, WMA, and ATRAC3plus music files Detachable face with a blue LED display Remote control Audio features: EQ3 (seven preset tone curves and a 3-band equalizer) Expandability: Compatible with Sony's iPod adapter, satellite radio tuner (tuner, subscription, and antenna required), and HD Radio tuner Inputs: front-panel auxiliary input Outputs: two sets of preamp outputs

Amazon Sales Rank: #29787 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Gun metal Brand: Sony Model: CDXGT420IP Dimensions: 4.40" h x 9.50" w x 10.70" l, 3.97 pounds Sony Xplod CDXGT420IP GT Series Head Unit Plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs with MP3 & WMA music files CD player with built-in amplifier (17 watts RMS/52 peak x 4 channels) Three band digital graphic equalizer Preset 30 radio stations (12 AM and 18 FM)

The CDX-GT420IP receiver is perfect for iPod enthusiasts who want all the options in a powerful, in-car listening environment. Enjoy a fast and easy interface with your iPod, a multi-line fluorescent display, front panel aux-in, and 4-volt preamp outputs. The flip-down detachable faceplate also includes switchable blue, green and red key illumination. Bundled with a wireless card remote, the CDX-GT420IP receiver plays CDs, MP3s, and AM/FM radio, making it the perfect deck for tricking out your ride. The CDX-GT420IP receiver is perfect for iPod enthusiasts. Features front panel auxiliary input. Includes RM-X151 wireless remote. iPod Direct By connecting an iPod using the included cable, you can listen to all your favorite iPod tunes on your car speakers. Once connected, the iPod will turn on, and it'll resume where you last left off. Enjoy full control of the iPod from the CDX-GT420IP, and while the car is on, your iPod will get a charge, so it'll be ready to go when you're back on foot. CD/MP3/WMA Playback In addition to CDs, enjoy playback of MP3, and WMA audio files burned to CD, with ID3 tag support--title, artist and album info will be scrolled across the display. 45 Degree Install Features a 45 degree maximum mounting angle, allowing them to be used in virtually any custom or unusual installation. Front Panel Aux In The auxiliary input is built right in to the face of the head unit, so to use external devices like MP3 players, all you need to do is plug-n-play. Best Tuning Memory Setting your radio presets can be a real pain while you're driving--especially if you're in an unfamiliar area. So, let the tuner do the work for you by activating the Best Tuning Memory (BTM) function. The tuner will seek out up to 18 of the strongest stations in the area and set them into the tuner presets. Sound Performer The CDX-GT420IP features a 24-Bit D/A converter, which oversamples the digital signal, creating a more natural sound and better imaging. Dial in your sound using Sony's EQ3 parametric equalization, with 7 presets offering a wide variety of solutions, or make individual Low/Mid/High adjustments. Need more power? Use the front, rear and subwoofer preamp outputs for use with external amplification. Wireless Remote Included is an ergonomic remote to be used while watching the road. What's in the Box Sony CDX-GT420IP, wireless remote, iPod cable, installation hardware, manual

Most helpful customer reviews 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Great unit..full of features By KRASSEL The Sony cdx-gt420ip was originally purchased to go into my 1995 Bronco. It worked out so well that I have purchased another to go in my 1988 Harley Davidson Electraglide Classic to replace the stock unit which was really showing its age. I purchased a adaptor kit from an online source which allows me to plug the Sony into my handlebar controls as if it was the much more expensive Harley replacement radio. Very happy with this receiver, especially with the IPod interface, it works very well. May buy another to put in the boat. Highly recommend. 3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Simple functionality, but great sounds for cheap price By S. C. I was looking for a stereo with great sound and ipod connection for a very affordable price. I think this was a great choice. The sound of the stereo is rich, and even though I am not comparing it with other high-end stereos, I can tell you that you won't be disappointed with the audio quality of this unit. Very clear highs and great bass. Features-wise it's a very simple system. The EQ works great and has a custom set-up and very nice choice of factory presets. The ipod plug-in charges the ipod and plays the tunes at the same time. CD player and radio are also good. Now to the negatives that you should know about ... The radio sensitivity is definitely lower than of other stereos I owned. In the large city where I live, I get more interference than I used to with my stock car radio. Though, it's not that bad, so it's still listenable, and interference happens just once in a while. Now my biggest complaint: the ipod controls are very uncomfortable in my opinion. As I plug in my ipod to the ipod connector, the ipod becomes uncontrollable, and the XPLOD logo is displayed on the ipod screen. The stereo starts playing whatever album or playlist you selected before you plugged in the ipod into the stereo. If you want to change the playlist, you can disconnect the ipod and choose another playlist (hard to do when driving). Unfortunately when the playlist is done playing the ipod goes to the first album alphabetically and starts playing it automatically. There's no way to make it repeat the album I chose over and over. So that is why I have to disconnect my ipod and choose my playlist again. It is annoying, but I can handle it, since I drive an automatic and have one hand free. The other way to control the ipod is through the radio, but the setup is poor. You have to choose the album list or the artist list mode. Then you'd have to scroll through each album or artist one at a time, by pressing the buttons. You can speed scroll, but if you pause on a title it starts playing on it's own, and you have to wait a few seconds before you can continue your search. If you have a large amount of music on your ipod, then scrolling through the list with up and down buttons becomes a huge annoyance. That is why I never use these controls. I just unplug my ipod and choose something else using ipod's controls. The other minor details worth mentioning are the screen brightness and the security beep. The screen is very bright blue, and while driving at night that hurts my eyes. But there is a setting I can use to dim it. Though I'd prefer it becomes dim when I turn the headlights, and become bright when I turn them down. Some stereos have a control pin for that. This one doesn't, so I keep it dim all the time, which is ok, and visible during the day. The security beep is what happens when I stop my car engine and take out my car key from the ignition. The radio beeps three times to remind me to take out the faceplate. There is no way to turn off the beeps, I believe, but it's not that loud, and I just ignore it. I never take out the face plate. The sound is more like musical chirps, rather than beeps anyway. Bottom line, if you don't mind the inconvenient ipod controls on the

Bring your music to life with the Sony Xplod CDX-GT120 CD Receiver. You get the same great sound as Sony's more expensive models with its muscular built-in amplifier. The EQ3's tone settings give you different sonic atmospheres with the touch of a button or use a 3-band equalizer to create your own settings. Connect a portable music player to the front-panel input or add a plug-and-play satellite radio. This receiver also lets you connect an external amp and subwoofer. You can switch the outputs to subwoofer mode, and turn on a low-pass filter to keep your bass clean. 52W x 4 High Power EQ3 Stage 2 - Tweak your EQ3 to help maximize the sound within your car - eight preset tone curves and a 3-band equalizer Gun-Metallic Finish 24-Bit D/A Converter Rear/Sub Switchable Title Scroll (Auto) BTM (Best Tuning Memory) - A function that seeks out up to 18 of the strongest stations in the area and set them into the tuner presets Blue 13 segment LCD display Low/Mid/High Adjustments Red key illumination 45 degree install - 45 degree maximum mounting angle for a custom or unusual installation Clock SSIR-EXA tuner, 18FM & 12AM presets Width x Height x Depth - 7x2x7 inches Preout Impedance (ohm) - 220 Preout Max Voltage (V) - 2 Weight (lb/oz) - 2.6 S/N Ratio (dB) - 120 FM Usable Sensitivity (dBf) - 9 Frequency Response (Hz) - 10-20kHz, +/- 1dB Frequency Response (Hz) - 30-15kHz Stereo Separation @ 1kHz (dB) - 35 FM S/N Ratio (dB) - 67 Selectivity (400Hz) - 75 Max Power Output (W) - 52Wx4 Power Ad Hoc (W) - 23.2Wx4 1 year Manufacturer warranty

Amazon Sales Rank: #97449 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Sony Model: CDXGT120 Dimensions: 4.45" h x 9.53" w x 10.75" l, 2.87 pounds Sony Xplod CDXGT120 GT Series Head Unit Auxiliary input is built right in to the face of the head unit, so all you need to do is plug-n-play CD player with built-in amplifier (17 watts RMS/52 peak x 4 channels) Three band digital graphic equalizer Preset 30 radio stations (12 AM and 18 FM)

Amazon.com Product Description With Sony's CDX-GT120 CD receiver, you'll get 52 Watts high power through 4 channels, a full-featured CD player, MP3/WMA support, AM/FM radio, and a front panel auxiliary input, all packed into an attractive gun-metallic case. While the CDX-GT320 keeps things simple, it also leaves room for expansion, as it's compatible with Sony's iPod adapter. Keep things simple, but leave room for expansion. Features front panel auxiliary input. Detachable Faceplate The CDX-GT120 features a detachable faceplate with clock and LCD display. Red-key illumination makes control in the dark a snap. Front Panel Aux In The auxiliary input is built right in to the face of the head unit, so to use external devices like MP3 players, all you need to do is plug-n-play. AM/FM Radio Always have your favorite stations at hand with 18 FM and 12 AM presets. Customize Your Sound Dial in your sound using Sony's EQ3 parametric equalization, eight preset tone curves and a 3-band equalizer, or make individual Low/Mid/High adjustments. For a more powerful system, use the preamp outputs with an external amp/subwoofer. What's in the Box Sony CDX-GT120, installation hardware, manual

Most helpful customer reviews 13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Basic reciever, but works well By unwinator I recently bought this deck to go into a '93 Miata. I did the install myself, which wasn't too hard. The metal box that the radio slides into was slightly too wide at the front so I had to cut it down a little, but I think that's just because there's very little room in a Miata. The radio comes with a single connector with all the wires you should need (front/back speakers, main power, clock power, power antenna, etc.) There's a plug for the FM antenna, but that's it. There's no pre-amp output, cd-changer control, etc. (I didn't care about these things, so that's just fine with me.) The previous owner cut the factory wiring harness, so I had to solder the wires together myself, but anyone with basic skills can do that. (Or you can get it installed by a car stereo shop.) The picture shows red lettering on the buttons and a red backlight on the "source" and "mode" buttons. Mine came with green lettering and green backlight. (This matches the car better, so I'm happy with that.) The blue display is back lit and looks the same as in the picture. One nice feature that isn't on a lot of radios in this price range is the fact that you can dim the back light on the main display. I've seen a lot of people complain about the displays of other radios in this price range as being too bright or too dark, and there's no adjustment. The GT-120 has a button on the lower left that allows you to switch between and bright (daytime) and more dim (nighttime.) It is just a two position dimmer though (you can't vary the amount of brightness other than bright or dim.) The radio sounds great, and is plenty loud for my car (though I'm only driving a pair of 6 1/2" speakers in the doors and a pair of 2 1/2" speakers in the head rests, so I don't really need a lot of power. It would work fine as a replacement for a factory stereo in a standard car or van. Don't expect it to drive those 12" subwoofers in the trunk. There are 18 FM presets (three groups of 6) and 12 AM presets (two groups of six). The CD player is supposed to play CD-R's (haven't tried that yet) but it will not play MP3's or WMA's stored on CD's. It does, however, have a standard 3.5mm stereo jack on the front which you can use to plug in an MP3 player. This works great, and as a nice touch you can vary the input volume of the aux input in comparison to the radio and CD inputs. This allows you to switch between CD, radio, and your MP3 player without huge differences in volume. Like other Sony receivers in this line, when you turn the car off, the radio beeps three times as a reminder to remove the face plate of the radio. There's no way to turn this off, and it comes through the car speakers, so there's no way to disable it from inside the unit itself. Some people find this very annoying, but I don't really mind that much. It isn't very loud, and you can avoid hearing the beeps all together if you pop the face off halfway and immediately pop it back on. I usually don't bother and only remove the face when I'm parking the car in an area I don't trust. (e.g. not at work or at home in a locked garage.) I found the controls really easy to use. The volume knob isn't too sensitive, and there's enough resistance to the knob when you push on it that you don't accidentally enter the settings menu when you just want to turn the volume up or down. One complaint is that it isn't easy to fine-tune radio stations. By default it wants to seek to the next station, and you have to hold the button in for a sec until it starts to scan, then hit the + or - buttons quickly to go up or down manually. If you wait too long, the radio switches back into scan mode. You can choose between several different eq settings, but there is only one custom setting. However, your choices under custom are pretty limited. As compared to other brands in this price range, I found the Sony to have the

mono subwoofer amplifier * 500 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms (900 watts x 1 at 2 ohms) * variable low-pass filter (50-200 Hz at 24 dB per octave) * bass boost (0-18 dB at 40 Hz ) * subsonic filter (15/25 Hz, 18 dB/octave ) *

Amazon Sales Rank: #17059 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Black Brand: Kenwood Model: KAC-9104D Mono subwoofer amplifier 500 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms (900 watts x 1 at 2 ohms) Variable low-pass filter (50-200 Hz at 24 dB per octave) Bass boost (0-18 dB at 40 Hz ) Subsonic filter (15/25 Hz, 18 dB/octave )

Most helpful customer reviews 15 of 16 people found the following review helpful. Power Mono Amp By DJ Chinchilla This amp when bench tested at a 2 ohm configuration puts out about 600 real watts. If you know anything about car stereos, this REAL wattage is the only thing that matters, not what the amp manufacturers claim wattage to be. This amp doesnt get hot, and is a serious performer for the money. Class D means it is extremely efficient, and its a mono subwoofer amplifier. For those of you with small 4 cylinder engines and small alternators, yes your headlights will dim no matter what amp you put in there. Get a capacitor if you have a 4 cylinder motor. I have an S10 with a 4.3L V6, stock alternator rated at 110 Amps, and my headlights do not dim. I dont have a capacitor. This amp slams whatever is connected to it. For the money, you can not beat this amp. 11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. Powerful Amp A+ By Michael Sellers I have this amp paired with an Alpine R12 (4 ohm), and it is amazing. With the gain over 3/4, it is TOO POWERFUL for any kind of conversation in my 08 Civic. I also bought a 1 Farad capacitor, because my headlights were dimming. This amp has not cut out once, even in near 100 degree heat and bumpin'. I recommend this amp because of it's flawless performance, light price, active cooling, and heavy hitting power. I am very impressed with this amp. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Super Amazing! By a4455johndeere I have 2 12in. Kicker CVX's with 2 ohm DVCs and I have a KAC-9103D but that amp wasn't enough for the 2 subs, so I got this one so the amps were similar. All I can say is "HOLY CRAP!" This amp is definitly powerful. With both subs, I have talked to my friends after I have sat behind them at a red light and they said that I'm rattlin' their car too. Really I can't really describe the power of the amp unless you experience it but again, all I can say is "HOLY CRAP!" See all 27 customer reviews...

The Kenwood Excelon KDC-X494 CD receiver is built for quality sound reproduction, with a 24-bit digital-to-analog converter, 3-band parametric equalizer, and a host of other soundshaping tools. But while outstanding sound is reason enough to put the KDC-X494 in your dash, check out some of the other features offered by this versatile receiver.

Amazon Sales Rank: #17815 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Black Brand: Kenwood Model: KDC-X494 Dimensions: 2.06" h x 7.17" w x 6.25" l, AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA, USB, iPod, HD/SAT radio-ready, Bluetooth-ready receiver 4 x 50 Watts maximum power; three 4V RCA preamp outputs with crossover system Full Dot FL display selectable between two-line or large single-line text Includes auxiliary input and USB port, direct iPod control; add HD/SAT radio, Bluetooth One-year limited warranty

Kenwoods KDC-X494 is a great solution for those who want an iPod-enabled CD receiver with room to grow. With direct control of iPod devices, WMA/MP3 playback from CDs or USB devices, convenient front-panel illuminated USB port/auxiliary input, and a 50W x4 MOSFET amplifier, it's a powerful device. Add three preamp outputsfor system building and the ability to add SAT/HD radio, Bluetooth, or a CD changer, and you have a receiver that'll keep you immersed in sound for years. Removable Faceplate The faceplate of this model can be removed and taken with you, to help deter theft. Select between two lines of regular-size text or one line of large-size text. The grip control knob is similar to that of an iPod, making operation familiar for iPod owners. Illuminated front-panel USB and auxiliary input with sliding cover. Includes remote control. Text Display Options You can select between two lines of regular-size text or one line of large-size text. This helps you make music searching easier and faster, or make reading of the display easier. CD and WMA/MP3 Playback Enjoy your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or burn a disc of WMA or MP3 files and enjoy hours of music on a single disc, along with ID-3 tag display for artist and title info. Front-Panel USB Port Plug in a thumb drive or other USB storage device for playback of your favorite MP3/WMA files, with easy folder navigation. The port will also charge portable devices, and offers control of some music phones via the receiver. Direct iPod Control The eXcelon series is as iPod-friendly as it gets. Enjoy direct control of your device, along with great features such as: Advanced Control Wheel and High-speed Search Bar Key The grip control knob is similar to that of an iPod, making operation familiar for iPod owners. What�s more, the high-speed search bar key allows users to scroll up or down through music files. In addition the search function works for iPods, USB mass storage and Data CDs. My PlaylistMy Playlist allows you to create a playlist of up to ten songs from an iPod connected to an eXcelon receiver. The playlist is created by using the unique ID allocated for each song stored on an iPod. Search FunctionsSimply press the Direct Search key and enter the Search Mode to enable searching just by entering the first three letters of the playlist, artist, album, song, podcast, genre or composer and using the up/down key to get a list of songs. It is also possible to search using Alphabet Search, Skip Search and Related Search functions. Front Auxiliary Input Listen to external audio devices like MP3 players using the front auxiliary input. The USB port and Aux input are both illuminated, and kept safe from dust when not in use with a sliding cover. FM/AM Tuner When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Store your favorite stations as presets for instant access--mixed preset tuning allows both FM and AM stations to be preset on the same preset band. Serious Room To Grow The KDC-X494 is ready for you to add Kenwood components for SAT/HD radio, Bluetooth, or a CD changer. It's also ready for system building. While the built-in 50W x 4 MOSFET amp is plenty powerful, it also features three 4V preamp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer) for adding external amps and speakers. It includes a rear/subwoofer switch with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you can send just what you need for your system. System E's+ Crossover System A single IC that allows the user to select from 8 different high-pass filter crossover frequencies plus pass-through, with independent selection for front and rear outputs. This makes it easy to optimize the performance of all amps and speakers in a car audio system without needing an external electronic crossover. System E's+ also incorporates a phase switch and low-pass filter for the non-fading output. The low-pass filter has selectable cutoff frequencies of 50Hz, 80Hz, 120Hz and Through. Sound Excellence DSP The Sound Excellence audio enhancement feature brings out all of the music masked by road noise and includes a unique iPod EQ function that improves iPod sound quality by deactivating the EQ setting, allowing you to select from twenty-two EQ curves optimized for iPod playback in any vehicle. System Q EX Sound Control Five factory pre-set equalization curves (Rock, Top40, Pops, Jazz and Easy, plus a flat setting) and three speaker matching curves (OEM, 6x9, 5/4 plus a flat setting) that can be combined to give the user extreme flexibility over the sound's tonal character. The preset curves include midrange contouring, giving music more clarity and presence. System Q EX allows the user to modify the preset curves by changing the amplitude of the bass, midrange and treble compensation, and the Q of the bass and midrange compensation. The new curves can then be saved as presets for future recall What's in the Box Kenwood KDC-X494, Remote Control, Wiring Harness, Installation Tools and Hardware, Owner's Manual, Warranty Card

Most helpful customer reviews 43 of 43 people found the following review helpful. for basic, mid to mid/high end setups => look no further! By Jonathan Huckabay I used to install car stereos for 6 years and this is the best, hands down, bargain for the quality and performance. Pre-amp outputs are front, rear and sub rated at 4 volts each. This is -perfect- Has an Auxillary 35mm(1/8 inch) plug for any audio playing device you could think of; it has a USB port on the front and beyond the Crabapple iPod you can use a USB flashdrive. I opt for the flash drive with 8 gigabytes rather than anything else. CD Play is perfect and skip free and capable of "forcing" the player to read those aweful CDs that are scratched beyond belief. I have read and heard numerous complaints of the complexity of the owner's manual but I shall report that it pales in complexity to any home stereo reciever manual. You basically use ONE KNOB which lets you keep your eyes on the road as you turn up or turn down the volumne, change the song, change the USB music folder, change the equalizer, change the high/low/subwoofer pass filters and MORE with ONE KNOB! Remote control also included in case you just want to lay back and not move your arm nor lean forward with an abcrunch to adjust anything. For the money, for the features and for the quality you need to buy this and get your friends to buy one themselves. 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Overall great budget unit By David I bought this based primarily on 2 reasons. Firstly, I need 3 pre-outs to match my current audio setup, and secondly this has a USB connector. A few other benefits were front panel AUX IN, 2 lines of info display, decent EQ capabilities, and a blue display (to match my dash color scheme.) I replaced my 8-10 year old Sony Xplode head unit with this. I haven't owned any other units except my Sony, so I cant comment much on comparisons. This plays CD within 2 seconds after loading, it scans the USB drive after plugin and is ready to play within 3-4 seconds(+1). The radio tuner works great and gives much more precise audio quality then my previous unit. The EQ functions and control granularity are probly 2-3 times as advanced as my Sony (+1) I read a lot of reviews saying this is "hard to control" as a negative point, I disagree - this was very easy to learn. I did have a small stumbling with the initial setup tho. This was shipped in the "STANDBY" mode where it makes no output when u first turn it on... after wasting 10-15 minutes checking my wiring I realized this (-1) Update: This unit seems to be glitchy with the USB drive where sometimes it will not read or it will say "reading..." but never do anything. This issue happens a few times a week; I need to unplug & replug the drive in to fix this. Alos, over the winter I experienced multiple issues where the unit turns off entirely when I touch a button on the face. This may be related to cold weather or a loose wire, I will post back if I find a cause. 12 of 16 people found the following review helpful. For the price, this is a feature-packed head unit By SMDEE Let me clearly explain that I am not using an external amplifier with this unit. Consequently, I have no experience with the pre-outs and bass control. The audio qualities are not my top interests for this purchase. Features, ease of use, and the display are my main tagets. That said... I am building a portable radio using a car head unit to provide input sources and amplification along with a pair of Polk db651 speakers . My requirements were to be able to listen to AM/FM (HD radio and Bluetooth at some future time), CDs, MP3s on CD, AUX input (MP3/portable DVD player), USB thumb drive, wireless remote, and the ability to control iPODs via the head unit. Another critical feature for me was a display that was visible in sunlight (at the beach) and could be read from a distance. I demo'd two Pioneer Premier units (P610BT and P510B), an Alpine unit (CDA-105), two JVC

Featurs built-in microphone for handsfree Bluetooth calling, a USB port for playing files off flash drives, and the iPod integration features have been beefed up to include new alphabetical search modes and -- a feature consumers have wanted for years -- the ability for a passenger to use the iPod itself to select and play tunes.

Amazon Sales Rank: #41610 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Pioneer Model: DEHP7000BT Dimensions: 5.00 pounds Condition - BRAND NEW IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING Warranty - 2 YEAR Manufacturer - PIONEER Bluetooth - Yes - Built in - no accessories required Detachable Face - Yes

Most helpful customer reviews 25 of 26 people found the following review helpful. The best car receiver so far By M. Gerenser This is the third in-dash receiver I've installed in my car in the past 2 years, and I have to say, this is by far the best head unit yet. I didn't install an amp and I'm using the stock speakers, so I can't comment much on audio quality. It's as good as can be expected from the marginal factory speakers. Instead, this review will focus on features. The P7000BT has a very nice, clean design. Some car receivers are just overloaded with dozens of tiny buttons and goofy graphics. Not so with this unit: it is clean and neat, but not too spartan. The cool blue and white faceplace looks modern, and is bright and easy to read in both sunlight and at night. The large rotary knob on the left side controls volume, station selection and tons of other functions. Its not as elegant as the click wheel on an iPod, but lets face it, no other company can come close to the ease of use of an Apple product. It will take a little getting used to, but after using this Pioneer receiver for a few days, I got the hang of the interface, and I like it. Note that there are no station preset numbers on the faceplate itself; instead, you use the rotary knob to select from one of 6 favorite stations, or you can use the included remote to directly select a preset. At first, I thought this was kind of lame, but after using it for a while, I don't mind it at all. The built-in Bluetooth is a godsend. Within minutes of first installing the P7000BT, I was able to pair it with my iPhone. It just works. Not much else to say about this. I also installed a USB to Dock cable, allowing an iPod or iPhone to connect directly to the head unit via USB. Nothing special is required: a standard dock cable is all you need (Apple brand or third party, doesn't matter). Not only does the receiver play the iPod's audio through the car speakers, but it also charges the iPod without the use of an extra clunky cigarette lighter charger. You can even choose to have the head unit control the iPod, in which song titles, artist info, track number and duration show up on the head unit. Or, if you prefer, you can choose to do all your searching on the iPod or iPhone itself. I like how the receiver gives you both options. I prefer to control all my music on the iPod or iPhone, because Apple's interface for browsing music is simply unmatched. In this review you've seen me mention the iPhone several times. Just to confirm, yes, the P7000BT does work flawlessly with the iPhone, despite the fact that Pioneer never lists it as officially supported. No complaints here. It just works. Overall, a very nice receiver. Highly recommended! 17 of 19 people found the following review helpful. Perfect ??? (Should be 4 stars, but I can't change the rating) By A. Jay Hunter Bought this deck and the HD unit from Amazon (etronics). Received the components in 2 days, and I received both units for $280 ($220 deck+90 HD Radio - $30 Amazon credit) which is less than the head unit alone from a lot of places. I bought this unit because I don't like ipods, small buttons, flashy displays, or low voltage outputs. This unit allows me to use USB, has simple controls, simple one line display, and four volt outputs. Having just used a jvc hd radio unit, I found I like being able to pull up traffic/weather reports every minute on our news HD3 radio station so I had to get the HD Radio add on. Bluetooth: The mic was easy to run, and I glued it to my steering colum so that it is less conspicuous in this location. Getting the phone to connect to the head unit was easy, ONCE I understood how to work the big knob system. The sound comes out of the microphone instead of through the speakers, and that's ok, the clarity is pretty good. One knock is that users complain of static when they speak, my voice is coming through crystal clear. I tried the various echo settings, but the listeners still complained

Free your music; free your phone with the Sony Xplod MEX-BT5700U. The MEX-BT5700U is the only Xplod head unit to feature a Bluetooth hands-free calling solution with full PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) 1.3 support. This means that once your Bluetooth-enabled phone or portable music device is synced with the MEX-BT5700U, the head unit can automatically detect contact information and music metadata from your devices and display it. Receive a call in your car, and the MEX-BT5700U displays and saves caller and phone number information. Artist, album, song title, and genre information also appear on the head unit whether you're using an AVRCP-compatible Sony Walkman, or your iPod via the USB One-Wire input. The MEX-BT5700U gives you quick access to more information through an 8G full-motion, fluorescent display capable of showing up to four lines of data. You'll be tempted to take more than a quick glance, though, with selectable red, blue, or green illumination. Because the MEX-BT5700U is built on the DRIVE S chassis, you get powerful sound plus loads of connectivity and compatibility options. Included are a front auxiliary input; MP3/WMA/AAC playback with DM+ (Digital Music Plus); satellite radio and HD Radio support; and 4-volt front, rear, and subwoofer preouts with LPF/HPF (Low Pass Filter/High Pass Filter).

Amazon Sales Rank: #25859 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Black Brand: Sony Model: MEXBT5700U Dimensions: 4.40" h x 9.50" w x 10.70" l, 3.96 pounds AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA/AAC, USB, iPod/iPhone, Bluetooth receiver 52 watts x 4 maximum power with 4V front, rear, and subwoofer preamp outputs Flip-down, detachable faceplate with four-line, full-motion fluorescent display Includes front panel auxiliary input and USB port with direct iPod control; SAT/HD radio-ready Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming with metadata display

Sony's MEX-BT5700U receiver offers plenty of modern features and room to grow. Enjoy hands-free calling with your cell phone or wirelessly play back tunes on your Bluetooth-enabled audio devices. Connect, control, and charge your iPhone, iPod, or MP3 player. Play back hours of music from single CDs loaded with MP3, WMA, or AAC files. Or grow your system by adding HD/SAT radio and external amplifiers/speakers. Plenty of modern features and room to grow. Click here for a larger image. Hands-Free CallingThe MEX-BT5700U features Bluetooth connectivity for making hands-free calls, complete with an integrated microphone (or use the included external mic). It also features audio streaming with compatible devices, and will display music metadata if included. Bluetooth profiles supported: HFP, A2DP, PBAP, and AVRCP 1.3. Flip-Down DisplayAn enhanced display gives you and your passengers up to four lines of music and phone-call data on a bright, full-motion fluorescent display, while the flip-down faceplate keeps your CDs and stereo secure. MP3/WMA/AAC Playback With DM+Multi-format playback lets you play CDs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs loaded with hundreds of MP3, WMA, or AAC songs, for hours of music on a single disc. Sony's DM+ restores the fidelity lost in compressed digital audio files, so you always get CD-quality sound. Four-line LCD displays call info, ID3 tag info from songs (including via Bluetooth players), and more. Front-panel USB and auxiliary input for easy connection of iPods/iPhones, MP3 players, etc. Expand by adding Sony HD radio or SAT radio modules. 4V Front, Rear, and Subwoofer Preamp Outputs with LPF/HPFExpand your system with 4-volt front, rear, and subwoofer pre-outs. Add amplifiers and other components, while improving the system's dynamic range, reducing system noise, and providing powerful volume. Built-in LPF/HPF (low-pass filter/high-pass filter) functionality gives you the power to customize the sound outputted to your external amplifiers and other custom components, dialing it in just right for your gear and vehicle. Quick-BrowZer with Jump Mode and Zappin TechnologySony's Quick-BrowZer lets you search and select songs by category, including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by allowing you to fast forward through a music category in 10 percent increments. With Zappin, you can play music in six-, nine-, or 30-second clips until you find the song you're looking for. Satellite Radio/HD Radio-ReadyThe MEX-BT5700U integrates seamlessly with satellite radio Sony Bus adapters (sold separately), so you can receive digital satellite radio broadcasts. HD Radio capability lets you receive digital audio broadcasts when used with an optional HD Radio tuner. Front Auxiliary InputThe front auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system. USB 1-Wire for iPod and other USB devicesUSB 1-Wire lets you directly connect, charge, and control your digital music player via the USB jack in the front of the unit, as well as view metadata like song title and artist on the front display. The Passenger Control feature lets your co-pilot control your iPod via a connected wire as they scan through your music, artist, and album information that is conveniently shown on the receiver display, so you can keep your hands on the wheel. EQ3 Stage 2 and 52W x 4 High PowerThe MEX-BT5700 delivers 52 watts of peak power to all four speakers, for bass-pumping sound. Wireless Card Remote Included The included wireless card remote (RM-X306) lets you control the basic functions of your Sony Xplod system while keeping your eyes on the road. What's in the Box Sony MEX-BT5700U receiver, wireless card remote (RM-X306) with battery, front panel case, wiring harness, installation hardware, external Bluetooth microphone, and documentation.

Most helpful customer reviews 27 of 27 people found the following review helpful. BT5700u Packs the features By R. Burns I bought this product from a cheaper source, but use these reviews to determine which head unit to buy. The MEX-BT5700U had all the features I was looking for at a decent price. I have a '92 Toyota Pickup with a manual transmission, so Bluetooth calling was my top priority (safety) as my state hasn't implemented handsfree calling laws yet. My calls at highway speed (windows up) were clear and my caller only noticed a slight hum/noise and reported I sounded very clear. This was using the external mic provided on default settings for the gain and noise cancelling. Note: if an external mic is provided with ANY head unit(this one comes with an external mic)USE IT, DO NOT bother with a head unit that you cannot add or use an external mic....proper mic placement is key. I placed my mic on the steering column in front of my gauges. Pairing was simple, and iPod control is built in so you DO NOT need the separate iPod controller Sony sells for the other units. I also purchased the HD-Radio unit, but haven't installed it yet. The controls, and layout are decent, but some functions take multiple pushes of a single button to reach, or spin the dial....this can be a bit tough while driving. I figure after some use I will figure out what buttons do what and how many times to push to get to a function. In my opinion, no head unit is completely intuitive but I believe this unit provides a reasonable logic to it, but could most certainly be improved like every other head unit on the market. I recommend this unit to anyone looking for hands free calling, and iPod control. For the iPod control, all you need is your iPod USB cable, plug it in and the unit recognizes it and takes control. The unit can control the iPod, but nothing beats holding the iPod in your hand and selecting music the way you are used too. Looking at the screen you will still see the Artist Name and Song Title displayed even when in 'passenger mode'. Again, I haven't read a single review of any unit that has 'excellent' iPod controls. Four stars because, no head unit is perfect, and Sony could probably spend more effort in making the controls more intuitive. 18 of 18 people found the following review helpful. Very Pleased By Walter D. Fenyk Purchased this unit for a 98 pathfinder - really just wanted to add Bluetooth and iPod. Have only been playing with it for a short time but thought i would offer some feedback for others looking at the unit. Overall i am very satisfied with the unit and for the price i paid there is no reason to complain. (using the exisitng Bose amp and speakers that were factory installed) Flaws: 1. iPod control from the head unit is basically useless if you have alot of music. Solution just control the music from the ipod. use the head unit to advance songs but again almost impossible to find the song you want when you have several thousand songs. having playlists created makes it a bit easier. Sony could have done a much better job with the ipod interface. 2. Display - truely is tough to see in daylight. turning off the background graphics helped some but just very hard to see. Others have reported this. 3. Phone book - had no trouble loading my phone book off my Blackberry Storm. However, i have a very large list of contacts and they did not fit into the units memory. I need to do a bit of research here to find out the deal. Solution - just browse the phonebook vs loading it. And only loading the numbers of contacts that i care to have in the unit. Likes: 1. Bluetooth phone is very good - mic sensitivity can be adjusted and very clear for hands free. 2. Bluetooth streaming music - really impressed here- dont always have my ipod with me - but always have my blackberry where i have a few thousand songs stored. if your phone supports stereo Bluetooth you can stream music directly to the unit. 10 of 10 people found the following review

Single Din A/V Source Unit w/ 7" Flip-Up TFT-LCD Touch Screen and Bluetooth Connection. Bluetooth & Navigation Input (requires NAVIBOX-1)

Amazon Sales Rank: #5356 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Black Brand: Soundstream Model: VIR7870NRB Dimensions: 4.50" h x 12.50" w x 9.50" l, Motorized TFT-LCD Telescopes Forwards/Backwards w/ Pre-Set Angles Detachable Theft Deterrent Front Panel Flips Down for DVD Loading Accepts Add-On GPS Navigation Module NAVIBOX-1 Accepts Add-On Digital TV Tuner Module DTV-1 Car-Spec DVD Transport for Extreme Temperature Exposure Playback from DVDR/RW & CDR/RW Including VCD MP3 MP4 & DiviX Recall Memory for Last DVD Position i-Pod Input Control (requires IC-1) Mini-USB Connection for MP3 & MP4 Playback from 4gb Flash Drive 4 gb SD Card Reader for MP3 MP4 DiviX & Xvid Playback 1 gb Internal Memory for Background & Screen Saver Images 18 FM / 12 AM Station Memory 50w x 4 MOSFET Powered Speaker Level Outputs Front & Rear Pre-Amp Outputs Variable Subwoofer Pre-Amp Output w/ LPF (80 120 160Hz) A/V Outputs for Multiple Components A/V Inputs for Secondary Source Front Panel 3.5mm Auxiliary Audio Input Reverse Camera Input w/ Trigger Custom & Pre-Set EQ Settings

Most helpful customer reviews 9 of 10 people found the following review helpful. This is MY Headunit! By C. Ciano-boyce I'm in love with this multimedia headunit! I can do everything on this thing! GPS, Live TV, Bluetooth, Media Streaming via Bluetooth, Play DVD,s-etc! One thing I find great is you can set a background on the display. Has so many inputs and outputs. I have my whole system amplified via Front, Rear, and Sub amps, so I can't say how the sound quality through the built-in amp is. I may add a video review later, because there are SO many things this head unit does! I HIGHLY recommend this unit! 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. excellent By edmaka one of the best product i ever purchased thanks....easy installation, good quality and best of all, it's a small price to product quality See all 2 customer reviews...

DVD/CD receiver with internal amp (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels) * motorized 7" touchscreen * plays DVD, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and MP3/WMA/AAC files on disc * compatible with Kenwood iPod adapter, Bluetooth adapter, HD Radio tuner, and navigation module *

Amazon Sales Rank: #70629 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Black Brand: Kenwood Model: KVT-512 AM/FM radio, DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, VCD, MP3/WMA/AAC, MPEG1/MPEG2 4 x 50 Watts maximum power with two 2V preamp outputs 7-inch motorized TFT LCD touchscreen display with 480 x 234 pixel resolution Includes direct iPod connection, USB music streaming, front panel A/V input, A/V output One-year limited warranty

From the Manufacturer Manufacturer's Review (December 3, 2008)The KVT-512 is an advanced in-dash entertainment system with USB Direct Control for super fast access to your iPod audio and video files. Search and play content quickly with the easy-to-read touchscreen. Its Variable Illumination feature even lets you customize the touchscreen to match the interior of your car. Advanced in-dash entertainment system with iPod/USB support. Click to enlarge. Seamless connection with iPod video/audio. Variable illumination palette of colors. Bluetooth-ready: add the optional KCA-BT200 to enjoy hands-free phone operation or to listen to audio stored on Bluetooth devices. Use the optional CA-C3AV cable with the front auxiliary A/V input too connect external devices like video game systems. 7-Inch Motorized Touchscreen with Variable Illumination The KVT-512 puts intuitive control right at your fingertips with a powerful, easy-to-use graphical user interface. Customize the unit's front panel illumination with the new variable illumination palette of colors--match your interior tones, dash lighting, or whatever tickles your fancy. Enjoy Your Favorite Media The KVT-512 lets you play your favorite CDs and DVDs, along with several digital audio and video formats. The unit accepts DVD, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, VCD and CD-DA discs. It plays back AAC-LC, MP3 and WMA audio files; MPEG1 and MPEG2 video files; and can display JPG images. Throw your files on a disc or a USB device and you're all set to enjoy them in your vehicle. You can also listen to the AM/FM radio. Use Auto Memory to automatically add stations with good reception to presets, or enter them manually. The DNX5120 also displays FM radio text when available, traffic information, and allows you to enter station names. Seamless Connection with iPod Video/Audio Connect an iPod using the optional KCA-iP300V cable to enable full video (for iPods with video capability) and/or audio control. You'll supply power to your iPod as well as charge it while you enjoy your music. USB Direct Control You can enjoy your favorite music, video or images from USB devices like flash drives or MP3 players. When connecting a USB device, playback starts automatically. When a battery-powered USB device like an MP3 player is connected to this unit, it also gets a charge, so it's ready to go with you when you exit the vehicle. Input and Output In addition to the iPod and USB support, you can use the KVT-512's auxiliary A/V input to connect external audio/video sources like video game systems. The unit also features an A/V output for sending content to an additional screen in the vehicle. For audio output, the DNX5120 has 2 sets of 2V RCA preamp outputs for system expansion (this in addition to the on-board 50W x 4 amplifier). Navigation Ready Add the KNA-G510 for a full GPS navigation package. Equipped with the latest Garmin navigation technology, the KNA-G510 includes advanced mapping of the U.S. and Canada and over 6 million points of interest right at your fingertips! The KNA-G510 is ready for XM Live Traffic feeds. Simply add the XM chip set tuner, subscribe to XM radio and receive constant traffic and weather conditions with continuous, real-time updates--24 hours a day, 7 days a week. HD and SAT Radio Ready The KVT-512 allows you to enjoy SIRIUS (requires CA-SR20V + Sirius SC-C1 Tuner) or XM (requires KCA-XM100V + XM Mini Tuner) radio in your vehicle. Enjoy a multitude of channels featuring music, news, talk shows, sports and traffic information with CD quality sound. You can also add an HD Radio tuner. When you connect an HD Radio, Tuner features of the unit are disabled and changed to HD Radio tuner features. What's in the Box Kenwood KVT-512, sleeve, trim ring, wiring harness, installation tools, installation manual, operation manual, warranty card.

Most helpful customer reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Worth every penny... By Se Lee I got the kvt-512 along with the kna-510 installed in my 06 TSX. So far, all is good and no real complaint. The unit is loaded with features and options so what you can do with it is limitless. I have this unit connect through my factory head unit but the sound is still pretty good. The dvd is nice and clear and the navi works great. The touch screen is very responsive as well. I really like the fact that it plays mp3s off of a dvd. It is also convenient that it comes with a usb port to play mp3s off of. You can buy a ipod adaptor but why when you can get a cheap usb drive to play your music out of. I have it connected to a 8 gig thumb drive(bought for like $15) that I perminantly keep on there since it is plenty to hold all of my music. You have to touch the screen on a unmarked location to activate the menu control options which is something I need to get used to. So far...I am definitely enjoying my new toy. 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 By PINK_LOVER IM JUST REVIEWING NOW BUT I BOUGHT THIS ABOUT .....3 OR 4 YEARS AGO AND WOW IT STILL WORKS LIKE IF IT WAS BRAND NEW! NEVER ONCE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH IT !!!I LOVE IT ! WORTH EVERY DOLLAR! TRUST ME! 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent By Lili The quality of the image its really good. When its closed nobody theinks that have a monitor, its really easy to use and I change my car but i keep the radio. See all 5 customer reviews...

This Pyle head unit has all the basics and more. It includes an auto-loading CD player and AM/FM tuner with electronic volume, bass, and treble control. The display shows relevant information as well as a clock. Set up to 30 presets. 160 watts total output over RCA line out means this head unit is no lightweight. And there’s a jack right on the front to plug in your MP3 player or iPod.

Amazon Sales Rank: #10926 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Pyle Model: PLCD23A Format: CD-ROM Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 3.30" h x 8.90" w x 11.50" l, 3.72 pounds Auto Loading CD Mechanism Full Detachable Stereo System Big Size LCD Display RCA Line Out Jack (1 Set) 160 Watts Total Output (4 X 40 Watts)

Most helpful customer reviews 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Spend the extra dollar. By Sajida Y. Hamdan I bought this radio because the one in my car completely died. I knew I didn't want to spend lot of money because my car is really old. I wanted something simple that would play CD's and radio. Unfortunately this CD player does not have an anti skip device and constantly scratches and skips and pauses while the car is in motion. I don't understand why any CD player that is going to be inside a moving vehicle would not be equipped to protect the sound quality or integrety of the CD. Im really dissapointed with my purchase. The radio is nothing but static and the sound quality os poor. Overall if you really want something flashy and thats going to give you great sound then I'd say spend the extra money and get something better. If you're just looking for some soound in your car and are not particular then this one is fine....for the time being. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good product for price By R. Wilson I bought this to replace an older Kenwood CD player. I installed it in my 68 Dodge dart into a specially made holder to match the vintage interior without cutting the dash. The wires were labeled nicely. It works great. Looks good. Only drawback would be that it doesn't have presets for FM. I don't listen to radio all that often so I chose this model becuase in lieu of presets, this one has aux input for ipods. I haven't gotten the cord to try it yet but I'm definitely going to use that option since the mp3 player turns into a big jukebox for your car and you don't have to carry CDs around. It runs into Infinity 6 inch two way speakers in front and 3 way 6by9's in boxes in the back seat floor. Sounds very good even with top down at full throttle through the glasspacks. Make sure the right side of the face is down all the way and then click in the left side when reattaching face since if you don't, the buttons don't work. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Terrible radio, but good if you only want to use the CD player and Aux By Heng Li Ng Doesn't have station memory and it keeps straying away from the frequency that I've set. Pretty much a useless radio. I use it with my Aux all the time. See all 16 customer reviews...

The Dual AM/FM receiver is detachable. Tuner: 30 station preset (18FM/12AM), auto station store/preset scan, auto stereo/mono, local/distance. Manual tuning/seeking tuning , one tough memory. 1.0 DIN chassis, import ISO/DIN mountable, detachable face, electronic volume, bass, treble, balance, fader. 1 pair of preamp outputs. USB style charge port (power only) . Blue/black dot matrix type LCD, clock , mute

Amazon Sales Rank: #14976 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Dual Model: XD1222 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 10.10" h x 5.50" w x 9.00" l, 3.95 pounds 30 Station presets (18FM/12AM), Auto station store, Preset scan, Auto stereo/mono, Local/distance, Manual tuning, Seek tuning 60 Watts peak (15x4), 1.0 DIN chassis, Import ISO/DIN mountable, Electronic volume, bass, treble, balance, fader Blue/black dot matrix type liquid crystal display,3 Selectable EQ curves pop, classic, rock Manual tuning/seeking tuning , one tough memory. CD: CD-R/CD-RW compatible, Last position memory, Random/repeat/intro/pause, High-speed audible track search 8x Oversampling, 1 Bit D/A converter, Anti-shock mechanism, 3-Beam laser pickup Front panel USB connection - charge only, Charges most USB devices (DC 5Volts, 500mA)

Most helpful customer reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Nice Unit, with Reservations By Dirk Gates While I didn't purchase this unit, it was installed in the car I recently bought. It's a really nice stereo, with well laid-out buttons. It loses 1 star for it's bright blue display (the box on the left of the unit, not the accents). There is no way to reduce the annoying brightness. I'm going to have to resort to using a small patch of window cling film to cut the brightness in half. Hopefully that will do it, because I don't want to ditch the radio for this one drawback. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. It's crap!!! By JoeK When I test drove my car, it had this CD/radio receiver installed and it didn't even work. I was glad to hear that somebody had stolen the radio before I had a chance to buy the car. The seller replaced the receiver with the same one!!! The radio worked for the first few days and then stopped working so all I can do to listen to music is plug my mp3 player into the front jack. It may play audio CDs but it will not take mp3 CD which is very inconvenient. And like the other reviewers have said, the display is blinding at night. Yet another drawback is that it only puts out 15 watts per channel max. I'm waiting for somebody to steal my radio again so I can replace it! 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Bad radio By Patrick Conner As the others have said, the bright blue LCD is annoying. Additionaly, the am/fm tner quit within a month of installation. Dual has a rather low reputation, and this player sure proves that it is deserved. See all 16 customer reviews...

Pioneer Deh-12E Am/Fm/Cd Receiver With Detachable Faceand Aux Input

Amazon Sales Rank: #31039 in Car Audio or Theater Brand: Pioneer Model: DEH-12E Dimensions: 4.41" h x 5.19" w x 7.20" l, .75 pounds AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW receiver 4 x 50 Watts maximum power with rear 2.2V RCA preamp output Detachable faceplate with one-line, eight-character LCD display, red key illumination Includes front panel auxiliary input One-year warranty

Pioneer's DEH-12E is a no-frills CD receiver pairing superior sound quality with easy operation. Play back your favorite CDs and CD-R/RW discs, dial in your favorite AM/FM stations, or connect your MP3 player via the auxiliary input, and you're set. Pioneer Car Audio SystemsPioneer's Mobile Business Group is known for offering the kind of in-car products that make driving more enjoyable by offering high quality audio and video, seamless connectivity and ease-of-use. Its focus is on the development of new digital technologies including audio video, navigation and satellite radio, while maintaining its strong heritage in products for car audio enthusiasts and sound competitors. Auxiliary input for MP3 players and other devices. Large rotary volume control, red key illumination. DEH-12E Features Detachable Faceplate When you're away from your car, remove the face from the receiver for protection against theft. The faceplate features a one-line, eight-character LCD display and red key illumination, along with a large rotary volume control. CD-R/RW Playback Play back your favorite CDs and burnt CD-R/RW discs in the slot-loading CD player. Supertuner IIID AM/FM Tuner Pioneer's legendary Supertuner IIID combines the best of digital and analog tuner technologies to reduce distortion to bring you exceptional FM and AM performance. If you live in an area where reception is weak, you'll hear a big improvement in signal strength. And when you're near tall buildings, Supertuner IIID reduces the effect of multi-path noise, which occurs when the signal is reflecting off of the buildings. MOSFET 50W x4 Amplifier for the Power Hungry Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, delivering power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. And that doesn't just mean a boost in volume: it means that your music will be cleaner at higher volumes because you're not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. Clean, efficient power that will rock your vehicle. Inevitably, there will be those who still need more. The DEH-12E is therefore equipped with a pair of 2.2V rear preamp outputs for system expansion with external amps/speakers. Get Plugged In Use the built-in AUX input for connecting any digital portable player and other external auxiliary devices. For extra-convenient access, the input is on the front panel. Dial In Your Sound Tweak the sound to your liking with the on-board three-band EQ. A Loudness feature ensures ample low-end even during quiet listening, and standard balance/fader controls let you adjust the stereo image to suit your vehicle and preferences. DEH-12E Basic Specs iPod Control: -- iTunes Tagging: -- USB Input: -- Sound Retriever: -- RCA Pre-Outs: 1 set (2.2V) Display: Segment LCD (8 x 1) Bluetooth: -- CD Formats: CD/CD-RW Audio Only HD Radio: -- SAT Radio Ready: -- Auxiliary Input: Built-In (Front) Key Illumination: Red Power: MOSFET 50W x 4 What's in the Box Pioneer DEH-12E In-Dash CD Receiver, Wiring Harness, Installation Hardware, Owner's Manual

Most helpful customer reviews 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Great, Simple Receiver By Ryan I bought this to replace the stock radio in my 01 Ford Taurus. My main criteria was looks, iPod compatibility, simplicity, and price. This is a matter of opinion, but I like the way this looks. Doesn't have the obnoxious lights and fancy LCD screens that just aren't that appealing to me in a car radio. This radio has a slight red light around the volume knob, and I like the clean look of the white LCD display on the black background. The front-facing auxiliary input makes connecting an iPod / phone / whatever device with an audio out jack very easy (The required cable, a 3.5mm M/M stereo cable, isn't included, but these are widely and cheaply available both on Amazon and elsewhere). Sound quality is very good (on par with CD's and much better than any fm transmitter or cassette adapter). I've only used the CD player once and while the sound was good, I don't see myself using it very often. The locations of the buttons is nice, and my only complaint is that they are a little on the small side. Other than that, easy to use / reach from the drivers seat, and pretty intuitive. I did initially overwrite all my presets when messing around with the "Best Stations Memory" before I really knew what it was (stores the 6 stations with the strongest frequencies as your presets in the selected band - useful for travelling I suppose). If you choose to glance over the manual, I'm sure you won't have any problems. After looking around at stereos, this was the best I found in the

The Kenwood Excelon KDC-X494 CD receiver is built for quality sound reproduction, with a 24-bit digital-to-analog converter, 3-band parametric equalizer, and a host of other soundshaping tools. But while outstanding sound is reason enough to put the KDC-X494 in your dash, check out some of the other features offered by this versatile receiver.

Amazon Sales Rank: #23394 in Car Audio or Theater Color: Black Brand: Kenwood Model: KDC-X494 Dimensions: 2.06" h x 7.17" w x 6.25" l, AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA, USB, iPod, HD/SAT radio-ready, Bluetooth-ready receiver 4 x 50 Watts maximum power; three 4V RCA preamp outputs with crossover system Full Dot FL display selectable between two-line or large single-line text Includes auxiliary input and USB port, direct iPod control; add HD/SAT radio, Bluetooth One-year limited warranty

Kenwoods KDC-X494 is a great solution for those who want an iPod-enabled CD receiver with room to grow. With direct control of iPod devices, WMA/MP3 playback from CDs or USB devices, convenient front-panel illuminated USB port/auxiliary input, and a 50W x4 MOSFET amplifier, it's a powerful device. Add three preamp outputsfor system building and the ability to add SAT/HD radio, Bluetooth, or a CD changer, and you have a receiver that'll keep you immersed in sound for years. Removable Faceplate The faceplate of this model can be removed and taken with you, to help deter theft. Select between two lines of regular-size text or one line of large-size text. The grip control knob is similar to that of an iPod, making operation familiar for iPod owners. Illuminated front-panel USB and auxiliary input with sliding cover. Includes remote control. Text Display Options You can select between two lines of regular-size text or one line of large-size text. This helps you make music searching easier and faster, or make reading of the display easier. CD and WMA/MP3 Playback Enjoy your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or burn a disc of WMA or MP3 files and enjoy hours of music on a single disc, along with ID-3 tag display for artist and title info. Front-Panel USB Port Plug in a thumb drive or other USB storage device for playback of your favorite MP3/WMA files, with easy folder navigation. The port will also charge portable devices, and offers control of some music phones via the receiver. Direct iPod Control The eXcelon series is as iPod-friendly as it gets. Enjoy direct control of your device, along with great features such as: Advanced Control Wheel and High-speed Search Bar Key The grip control knob is similar to that of an iPod, making operation familiar for iPod owners. What�s more, the high-speed search bar key allows users to scroll up or down through music files. In addition the search function works for iPods, USB mass storage and Data CDs. My PlaylistMy Playlist allows you to create a playlist of up to ten songs from an iPod connected to an eXcelon receiver. The playlist is created by using the unique ID allocated for each song stored on an iPod. Search FunctionsSimply press the Direct Search key and enter the Search Mode to enable searching just by entering the first three letters of the playlist, artist, album, song, podcast, genre or composer and using the up/down key to get a list of songs. It is also possible to search using Alphabet Search, Skip Search and Related Search functions. Front Auxiliary Input Listen to external audio devices like MP3 players using the front auxiliary input. The USB port and Aux input are both illuminated, and kept safe from dust when not in use with a sliding cover. FM/AM Tuner When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Store your favorite stations as presets for instant access--mixed preset tuning allows both FM and AM stations to be preset on the same preset band. Serious Room To Grow The KDC-X494 is ready for you to add Kenwood components for SAT/HD radio, Bluetooth, or a CD changer. It's also ready for system building. While the built-in 50W x 4 MOSFET amp is plenty powerful, it also features three 4V preamp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer) for adding external amps and speakers. It includes a rear/subwoofer switch with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you can send just what you need for your system. System E's+ Crossover System A single IC that allows the user to select from 8 different high-pass filter crossover frequencies plus pass-through, with independent selection for front and rear outputs. This makes it easy to optimize the performance of all amps and speakers in a car audio system without needing an external electronic crossover. System E's+ also incorporates a phase switch and low-pass filter for the non-fading output. The low-pass filter has selectable cutoff frequencies of 50Hz, 80Hz, 120Hz and Through. Sound Excellence DSP The Sound Excellence audio enhancement feature brings out all of the music masked by road noise and includes a unique iPod EQ function that improves iPod sound quality by deactivating the EQ setting, allowing you to select from twenty-two EQ curves optimized for iPod playback in any vehicle. System Q EX Sound Control Five factory pre-set equalization curves (Rock, Top40, Pops, Jazz and Easy, plus a flat setting) and three speaker matching curves (OEM, 6x9, 5/4 plus a flat setting) that can be combined to give the user extreme flexibility over the sound's tonal character. The preset curves include midrange contouring, giving music more clarity and presence. System Q EX allows the user to modify the preset curves by changing the amplitude of the bass, midrange and treble compensation, and the Q of the bass and midrange compensation. The new curves can then be saved as presets for future recall What's in the Box Kenwood KDC-X494, Remote Control, Wiring Harness, Installation Tools and Hardware, Owner's Manual, Warranty Card

Most helpful customer reviews 43 of 43 people found the following review helpful. for basic, mid to mid/high end setups => look no further! By Jonathan Huckabay I used to install car stereos for 6 years and this is the best, hands down, bargain for the quality and performance. Pre-amp outputs are front, rear and sub rated at 4 volts each. This is -perfect- Has an Auxillary 35mm(1/8 inch) plug for any audio playing device you could think of; it has a USB port on the front and beyond the Crabapple iPod you can use a USB flashdrive. I opt for the flash drive with 8 gigabytes rather than anything else. CD Play is perfect and skip free and capable of "forcing" the player to read those aweful CDs that are scratched beyond belief. I have read and heard numerous complaints of the complexity of the owner's manual but I shall report that it pales in complexity to any home stereo reciever manual. You basically use ONE KNOB which lets you keep your eyes on the road as you turn up or turn down the volumne, change the song, change the USB music folder, change the equalizer, change the high/low/subwoofer pass filters and MORE with ONE KNOB! Remote control also included in case you just want to lay back and not move your arm nor lean forward with an abcrunch to adjust anything. For the money, for the features and for the quality you need to buy this and get your friends to buy one themselves. 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Overall great budget unit By David I bought this based primarily on 2 reasons. Firstly, I need 3 pre-outs to match my current audio setup, and secondly this has a USB connector. A few other benefits were front panel AUX IN, 2 lines of info display, decent EQ capabilities, and a blue display (to match my dash color scheme.) I replaced my 8-10 year old Sony Xplode head unit with this. I haven't owned any other units except my Sony, so I cant comment much on comparisons. This plays CD within 2 seconds after loading, it scans the USB drive after plugin and is ready to play within 3-4 seconds(+1). The radio tuner works great and gives much more precise audio quality then my previous unit. The EQ functions and control granularity are probly 2-3 times as advanced as my Sony (+1) I read a lot of reviews saying this is "hard to control" as a negative point, I disagree - this was very easy to learn. I did have a small stumbling with the initial setup tho. This was shipped in the "STANDBY" mode where it makes no output when u first turn it on... after wasting 10-15 minutes checking my wiring I realized this (-1) Update: This unit seems to be glitchy with the USB drive where sometimes it will not read or it will say "reading..." but never do anything. This issue happens a few times a week; I need to unplug & replug the drive in to fix this. Alos, over the winter I experienced multiple issues where the unit turns off entirely when I touch a button on the face. This may be related to cold weather or a loose wire, I will post back if I find a cause. 12 of 16 people found the following review helpful. For the price, this is a feature-packed head unit By SMDEE Let me clearly explain that I am not using an external amplifier with this unit. Consequently, I have no experience with the pre-outs and bass control. The audio qualities are not my top interests for this purchase. Features, ease of use, and the display are my main tagets. That said... I am building a portable radio using a car head unit to provide input sources and amplification along with a pair of Polk db651 speakers . My requirements were to be able to listen to AM/FM (HD radio and Bluetooth at some future time), CDs, MP3s on CD, AUX input (MP3/portable DVD player), USB thumb drive, wireless remote, and the ability to control iPODs via the head unit. Another critical feature for me was a display that was visible in sunlight (at the beach) and could be read from a distance. I demo'd two Pioneer Premier units (P610BT and P510B), an Alpine unit (CDA-105), two JVC