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Old 04-22-2003, 09:20 PM
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Guys...

I'm seriously considering upgrading my stock HU on MY03. I figure I would start with HU first since I want MP3 capability. I want nice unit that under $500. Oh, I also want to use the dash controls as well. (Lucid?)

Any recommendation on brand? Alpine, Sony, Kenwood?

Thanks in advance.

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PS. Advice on speakers are welcome.
Old 04-22-2003, 09:45 PM
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I have an Alpine 7892 that I took from my old car. I JUST put it in today with a multi-radio DCI, and it's awesome. God sound and lots of power.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by RARE M5
[B]Guys...

I'm seriously considering upgrading my stock HU on MY03.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by RARE M5
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Oh, I also want to use the dash controls as well.
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Asura
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Whatever ever you go with, PM DJ Qube if you want to retain the use of the stock audio control module with advanced function.
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Thanks guys.

Now I see few HU models have pop up display. Anyone has those and would it fit on our car?
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Go with a Clarion, Excelon Kenwood, or Alpine, just pick features you want you'll be fine.
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Lucid,

Do you recommend a Sony HU because it has a wired remote and allows you to have full function of remote controls with the DCI..... or Alpine for example with Multi-radio dash control interface?

I just want a MP3 HU that has more power to run your rear speakers, and that I could continue to use with my 300 watt Blaupunkt amp that power my door Infinity's.

If a Sony is just as good, then I assume not having to use an IR eyeball would be a better solution?
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Originally posted by b0mbrman

You know what? Everyone makes mistakes when they're new to some subject. I'm sure I speak for Woodson when I say that we were each about two seconds from politely correcting you when you came back with that response that I went ahead and quoted for you to forever look at...

You've been here for a week and a half and when two members get confused by something you said, you automatically assume *we're* the ones who have no idea what we're talking about?

Well damn, if car audio is so second nature to you that you can explain it in such condescending terms, I guess you don't really need anyone's help.


Thanks for the help.
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Originally posted by Woodson
Well said bombrman.


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