Ok, I'm seriously thinking about getting rid of my in-dash tv and just going with the Navi Conversion.. What are some new features to look for in the newer radios? Just from watching "Pimp My Ride", do some radios have built in hard drives? I tried doing some research and only found one radio with 128mb and that's it.. Hook me up guys I need to get back on top of things.. Thanks

 

There's some nice units on this thread.

 

single din?

you are probably much better off adding an mp3 accessory drive than trying to find one actually "built in"

i personally like the idea of adding a portable mp3 player so that it serves dual purpose and would be harder to steal, such as the alpine 9833 with ipod link and an ipod or something, but thats just me, that way you can have mp3 reader, mp3 player and xm if you so desire... plus the normal goodies

 

Yes, I'd prefer a single din..

 

Damn, that's alot of $$$$.. Maybe I'll just get a IPod later on b/c that's alot of money..

Any new features or anything you guys recommend ?

 

What's up with the new HD radios.. What benefit will these have?

 

yeah im going to be going with that kenwood indash monitor. its a hott seller right now.

 

such as??? enlighten me

 

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-XBB7IiM...&avf=N&search=

 

i thought that was what he was getting away from...

 

not sure, i thought he had a flip out monitor....ahhh well thats what im getting

 

ok after reading up on hd on crutchfield, good luck, i think i will pay for xm until prices come down on the head units, jeez...

edit: and it still has commercials like normal

 

he did, he said he wanted to get rid of his monitor and get a single din, but good luck anyway with the big one

 

Ok, now that I cleaned my thread up.. I'm looking for around $300 single din radio.. Best feautures bang for the buck.. Suggestions ?

 

I would go for something like this, personally.



http://www.crutchfield.com/S-Jbh9s2K...&avf=N&search=

$329 at crutchfield.



or this



http://www.crutchfield.com/S-Jbh9s2K...&avf=N&search=

$299



both have non fading output for subs and an input for an mp3 player.

alpine has xm controls, clarion has sirius.

 

alpine 9833 but get it somewhere else...

Satellite Radio Ready: Yes

Satellite Radio Ready: The receiver is compatible with optional tuners that will receive digital satellite radio broadcasts such as Sirius or XM Satellite Radio. The digital satellite service must be subscribed to separately.

RMS Power Output: 26 Watts

RMS: Root Mean Square is a formula that provides a reasonably accurate means of measuring and comparing continuous AC power. The use of this measure is preferred when matching system components, like amplifiers and receivers.

Preamp Voltage: 4 volts

Preamp Voltage: Refers to the strength of the pre-amp outputs. Generally, higher output voltages make it easier to get a cleaner and a more noise free signal delivered to amps and pre-amps.

Subwoofer Preamp Outputs: Yes

Preamp Output: Typically found on headunits, a preamp output provides low level, high quality audio signal for use with external amplifiers.

Maximum Power: 60 Watts

Maximum Power: The amount of power a speaker is estimated to handle during a brief high-intensity musical burst. Since this can vary with both frequency and amplitude, it is a much less accurate way to judge speaker durability and performance than RMS.

DIN: 1

DIN: Acronym for Deutsche Industrie Norm (Deutsches Institut fuer Normung), the German standardization body. A world reference standard for the mounting parameters of many common receivers ( Head ends) as well as other types of cables and equipment.

Changer Control: Yes

Changer Control: Receivers with changer controls operate same-brand/compatible CD or MD multi-disc changers.

Built-in EQ: Yes

CD-R/CD-RW Compatible: Yes
Remote Control: Yes
Detachable Face: Yes

detachable, fold-down face
variable button color
plays MP3 and WMA files
plays audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs
MaxTune SQ tuner
12 FM/6 AM presets
Bass Engine Pro (5-band parametric EQ, 6-channel digital time correction, 6-position crossover with variable slope, plus subwoofer phase and level controls)
MediaXpander (restores clarity and detail to compressed or broadcast audio)
source tone memory
iPersonalize setup options
XM Satellite Radio controls (XM Radio subscription, tuner, antenna required to receive the satellite radio signal.) -service is available only in the lower 48 states, not available in Alaska, Hawaii, or U.S. territories
CD changer controls for Alpine Ai-NET changers only
optional auxiliary input
4-volt front, rear and subwoofer preamp outputs
V-Drive hybrid MOSFET60 internal amp - igh-current draw requires direct fused connection to your battery
clock
wireless remote
26 watts RMS/60 peak x 4 channels (CEA-2006 Compliant)
CD frequency response 5-20,000 Hz
CD signal-to-noise ratio 105 dB
FM sensitivity 9.3 dBf


like here http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?...33&svbname=293


but what features you looking for, if xm if sirius http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?...700&svbname=30

 

basically what beet said, alpine or other, but i wouldn't buy from crutchfield too $$$

 

how about the alpine 7893 model.

cant beat the 60x4 watts

 

powerful, but doesn't play mp3's if that matters...

 

true......i think they have the same one thought colors and specs, with the mp3

 

if he's running the speakers from the deck... Jonesi are you running amps?



and crutchfield is a little more expensive, but they are such a great company I don't mind paying a couple bucks more. they have the best customer service I've ever used, no questions asked returns, and a great website with tons of info. plus they include the wiring harness for free.


and sirius > xm

 

i just looked around for cd receivers with hard drives or mp3's and theirs nothing close to 300 from a reputable company.

their all like 500-800 bucks

 

Ok, possibly in the future I may run speakers, so I would need the extra outputs for possible upgrade.. I do run a amp and sub so I would like nice sub controls.. I'm not too worried about whether it's sirius or xm.. And I will be running a IPod in the future ao anything extra that will run that would be great.. So what would be my best bet for around $300 or so..?

 

something from bestbuy?

 

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-Jbh9s2K...&avf=N&search=

$329 at crutchfield.

 

And this one also Rootbeer? lol

Which would be better ?

Pros and Cons between these two ?

 

the alpine has a 4v preamp output, vs. the clarion's 1.8 (higher is better).

the clarion has a 2 yr warranty, alpine is 1 year

clarion has rca inputs...the alpine input requires an adapter ($15 http://www.crutchfield.com/S-l45UPty...KCA121B&o=&a=0)


clarion has 80 colors you can cycle through I guess...the alpine is just green.



personally I like alpines better than any other decks. I would go with the alpine. Besides having the best sound I've heard, they just look classy.

 

i agree with beetroot, alpine is definetly your best bet, i would just spring for the 9833 and get it from a cheaper retailer, but i understand the comment about customer service, that is probably true, i have never gotten burned buying it from someplace cheaper so...

either way alpine 98xx series... plus ainet will own for an ipod later

and by the way xm > sirius :P

 

I was looking and does the Alpine have a input for a IPod? I didn't see anything...

 

there is an optional adapter for rca's as beetroot pointed out ^^, but up above i posted in this link there will be the optimal way to connect your ipod that will allow you to browse through the head unit using alpine's ai net feature, basically what bmw did but accessible to any ai net alpine head unit

which is one main reason i will be going with them in my s2k... it isn't out yet but should be within a month and a half, it also lets you lessen the blow of $ and add it on at your convinience...

 

yeah. look in the 'key features' on this page

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-zL9kwat...&avf=N&search=

halfway down you see 'optional auxiliary input'...its called optional because you need this adapter...

 

holy shit...thats cool. never heard of that before.

 

i cant wait

 

Wow.. That gives me time to get a IPod also.. Good looking.. Thanks bud.. I just don't like the fact I have to purchase adapters for the RCA's..

 

What size if i want to place a screen Above my stock headunit? What models fit in that small slot?