Kenwood DDX8017 on the way
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Kenwood DDX8017 on the way
I just ordered the new Kenwood Excelon DDX8017 and it should arrive in 3-4 days. Pictures are soon to follow. Just thought I would let everyone know it's finally been released.
"The new Kenwood Excelon DDX8017 is the world's first aftermarket automotive head unit to feature both SRS WOW and SRS Circle Surround Automotive technologies, providing audio post-processing enhancements and in-vehicle surround sound. The DDX8017 is a 6.5" wide dual in-dash monitor with DVD, WMA, MP3, Sirius satellite and HD Radio capabilities in addition to delivering the industry's leading digital audio enhancement, WOW and the industry's most immersive in-vehicle surround sound experience, SRS CS Auto."
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"The new Kenwood Excelon DDX8017 is the world's first aftermarket automotive head unit to feature both SRS WOW and SRS Circle Surround Automotive technologies, providing audio post-processing enhancements and in-vehicle surround sound. The DDX8017 is a 6.5" wide dual in-dash monitor with DVD, WMA, MP3, Sirius satellite and HD Radio capabilities in addition to delivering the industry's leading digital audio enhancement, WOW and the industry's most immersive in-vehicle surround sound experience, SRS CS Auto."
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Last edited by Jputt; 07-13-2005 at 02:08 PM.
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i take that back.. i believe the avn does have surround and many more features that the ddx does not have.. ex.. harddrive, navi, 5v preout, and a steeper price tag...
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Originally Posted by Jputt
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don't mention it man, i know how excited i get when i get a new mod especially when it has to do w/ audio
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come on man....i can't stand the wait!!!!!...PICS PLEEZ! you're the first person that I heard to get the 8017....i'm concidering the 7017 so I really want to see yours installed and hear what you think....my wife has a factory DVD unit in her POS Pacifica and it sounds awesome in surround mode so i can only imagine what this beast will sound like in your ride
....HURRY
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I will post pics ASAP this unit should sound great, because I'm also installing the two sets of the new Infinity Kappa components (one set in the front doors one in the rear) and they are running of an amp, so we will see.
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Originally Posted by Fluid Grease
come on man....i can't stand the wait!!!!!...PICS PLEEZ! you're the first person that I heard to get the 8017....i'm concidering the 7017 so I really want to see yours installed and hear what you think....my wife has a factory DVD unit in her POS Pacifica and it sounds awesome in surround mode so i can only imagine what this beast will sound like in your ride
....HURRY
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Thats funny you say that because I got one of the first units released nationwide. Ahh the benefits of being a wholesaler.
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post pics of the menu's and stuff when you can. thats the main reason i want to swap it out. it not very eye pleasing.
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Originally Posted by Jputt
Thats funny you say that because I got one of the first units released nationwide. Ahh the benefits of being a wholesaler.
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My car still isn't quite finished expect pics of the whole system tomorrow evening.
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Originally Posted by dark inspire
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Sorry I couldn't resist, soon enough, soon enough.
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Originally Posted by dark inspire
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aaah, now this noob knows the rules of engagement!
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Sorry it took so long to get pictures! However it ended up taking about two days to get the system finished. I will post what few I have and more later(i've been swamped and its 100+ degrees outside).
Pictures were done in a hurry btw.
Enclosure There is an insert that covers the amps/plexiglass, It's just not carpeted yet.
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Driver Tweeter
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Rear Tweeter (components in all four doors)
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The Infamous Headunit
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Night Shot
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Pictures were done in a hurry btw.
Enclosure There is an insert that covers the amps/plexiglass, It's just not carpeted yet.
![](http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b378/jputt/DSC02744.jpg)
Driver Tweeter
![](http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b378/jputt/DSC02747.jpg)
Rear Tweeter (components in all four doors)
![](http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b378/jputt/DSC02749.jpg)
The Infamous Headunit
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Night Shot
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XM
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Originally Posted by optomos
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What amp is that? Also noticed you went with titanium tweets, how do you like them?
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What amp is that? Also noticed you went with titanium tweets, how do you like them?
I love the tweeters, using two sets of components has really helped maintain a good balance between the bumps and the mids.
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Originally Posted by car_lost
very nice! the headunit looks great. the dash piece looks like it doesnt fit right though.
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Originally Posted by car_lost
very nice! the headunit looks great. the dash piece looks like it doesnt fit right though.
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Originally Posted by Fluid Grease
where doesn't it fit right?...along the bottom?...looks pretty good to me.
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in this pic, it looks like its slightly mis-aligned to the right, and its noit flush with the rest of the dash. looks like it slightly sticks out more.
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Originally Posted by car_lost
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in this pic, it looks like its slightly mis-aligned to the right, and its noit flush with the rest of the dash. looks like it slightly sticks out more.
where doesn't it fit right?...along the bottom?...looks pretty good to me...awesome job jason...the trunk looks very clean, nothing hangin' or just bolted in, just CA-LEEEEN....worth every penney man.....also J, how do you like the controls of the radio?....is it easy to navigate through to get to what you want it to do?...you don't have to hit the screen 10 times to get a cd to play, right?.....I'm ready, you got me totally pumped...now if I could just get the guys over at Streeteffectz to answer my PMs, I'd be set....good luck with your new tunes...."enjoy the ride" .....g
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Originally Posted by car_lost
damn man, the reason im asking is because i have this piece on order and i had them customize it a little more by placing carbn fiber on top of it.
I'm sure they are using real carbon fiber and not just the sticker stuff correct? Are they laying the mat themselves or just cutting a piece to fit?
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Originally Posted by I'm Batman
That kit looks terrible, you need to get that fixed. Who put that in? If a professional installer did that he needs to get a new profession!
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i take that back.. i believe the avn does have surround and many more features that the ddx does not have.. ex.. harddrive, navi, 5v preout, and a steeper price tag...