What kind of Head unit do you recomend?
08-19-2004, 06:49 AM
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Re: What kind of Head unit do you recomend? (JC18)
I've had Sony, Rockford Fosgate, and Pioneer. I just recently got an Alpine-9833, best purchase i ever made, and it changes like 500 colours, but overall, it has amazing sound quality, really user friendly, and i would reccomend it
08-19-2004, 10:21 AM
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Re: (ANDREW D)
>I havent had any expierence with McIntosh mobile audio, but there home audio, and it is very unreliable. <
eh ??? i've been using the same two vac tube amps at home since 1978, with never a single problem. with the addition of 3 more about 3 years ago. i've never heard that before.
my car stuff has been flawless the whole time also.
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eh ??? i've been using the same two vac tube amps at home since 1978, with never a single problem. with the addition of 3 more about 3 years ago. i've never heard that before.
my car stuff has been flawless the whole time also.
dave
08-19-2004, 02:10 PM
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Re: What kind of Head unit do you recomend? (DxHatchback)
First off McIntosh is probably one of the most reliable home audio.(HAND-BUILT)
Pioneer and Alpine are 2 of the best value decks
. I have had both.
Someone said Denon. Where the hell can i find s ome info on Denon car audio? I deal with their home stuff all the time and have never heard of a car department.
Pioneer and Alpine are 2 of the best value decks
. I have had both.Someone said Denon. Where the hell can i find s ome info on Denon car audio? I deal with their home stuff all the time and have never heard of a car department.
08-19-2004, 04:59 PM
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Re: What kind of Head unit do you recomend? (spyz34)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by spyz34 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Someone said Denon. Where the hell can i find s ome info on Denon car audio? I deal with their home stuff all the time and have never heard of a car department.
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You won't find out much - they must now be imported.
The last place that I knew of that was importing Denon car audion was http://www.redmountainaudio.com (IIRC)
I actually know someone selling a mint R1 right now...
I think there are about two Denon DCT-100R's in the states, and only a handfull of Z1's and R1's.
The only other "denon's" that you will find are those that were rebadged by Rockford Fosgate. The A1N was slightly re-aranged (faceplate, logo, etc) to produce the RF8250 or 8250ti. There is also an 8240, but I can't remember for the life of me what the differences are.
Sounddomain and RF cleared these out at stupid low prices - if all you wanted was a transport this was the place to be 6 months ago. There is actually a VERY small hand full - and I mean VERY - of Denons that were rebadged for Phoenix Gold - but I only know of one.
So that's about all I can give you on Denon's current offering. I know someone who could facilitate an import - but be prepared to pay - and pay BIG!
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You won't find out much - they must now be imported.
The last place that I knew of that was importing Denon car audion was http://www.redmountainaudio.com (IIRC)
I actually know someone selling a mint R1 right now...
I think there are about two Denon DCT-100R's in the states, and only a handfull of Z1's and R1's.
The only other "denon's" that you will find are those that were rebadged by Rockford Fosgate. The A1N was slightly re-aranged (faceplate, logo, etc) to produce the RF8250 or 8250ti. There is also an 8240, but I can't remember for the life of me what the differences are.
Sounddomain and RF cleared these out at stupid low prices - if all you wanted was a transport this was the place to be 6 months ago. There is actually a VERY small hand full - and I mean VERY - of Denons that were rebadged for Phoenix Gold - but I only know of one.
So that's about all I can give you on Denon's current offering. I know someone who could facilitate an import - but be prepared to pay - and pay BIG!
08-19-2004, 07:16 PM
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Re: What kind of Head unit do you recomend? (JC18)
Eclipse all the way. A little expensive and dont have as many cool gadgets and colors, but sq is amazing. Don't forget it helps to be running good speakers as well.
08-19-2004, 08:53 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by daveds50 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">>
too much brand loyalty... and i'll bet that a lot of people could buy something better than an Alpine/Eclipse/Pioneer for not much more than some of the models listed.
BTW, my business is based on knowing whats inside every single piece of car audio equipment ever made.
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You've caught my attention.
What other headunits would you put in the same league for around the same price? I can think of perhaps Nakamichi and Clarion, but aside from that, what else? I was recommending easier units with decent tuning capability - I think I covered the best of them.
Also - I'm intrigued that you have had the experience to analyze the internal hardware of many headunits. We need more people to do that! We need people to come up with a service manual, schematics, and the like so that people like me can perform some mods eh...
What I know is: I can't afford F1, P9, sony 4000; so I picked up an Eclipse cd8053 for $300 on clearance at Good Guys (Deal is gone)... Maybe down the line I'll drop some more money on a nicer setup, but for now I'm focusing more on the install.
too much brand loyalty... and i'll bet that a lot of people could buy something better than an Alpine/Eclipse/Pioneer for not much more than some of the models listed.
BTW, my business is based on knowing whats inside every single piece of car audio equipment ever made.
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You've caught my attention.
What other headunits would you put in the same league for around the same price? I can think of perhaps Nakamichi and Clarion, but aside from that, what else? I was recommending easier units with decent tuning capability - I think I covered the best of them.
Also - I'm intrigued that you have had the experience to analyze the internal hardware of many headunits. We need more people to do that! We need people to come up with a service manual, schematics, and the like so that people like me can perform some mods eh...
What I know is: I can't afford F1, P9, sony 4000; so I picked up an Eclipse cd8053 for $300 on clearance at Good Guys (Deal is gone)... Maybe down the line I'll drop some more money on a nicer setup, but for now I'm focusing more on the install.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by archmage »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What I know is: I can't afford F1, P9, sony 4000; so I picked up an Eclipse cd8053 for $300 on clearance at Good Guys (Deal is gone)... Maybe down the line I'll drop some more money on a nicer setup, but for now I'm focusing more on the install. </TD></TR></TABLE>
That is by far the best bang for the buck out there if you are into SQ. I was SOOO close to getting it at $450 or so and even then it's a good buy. Unfortunately, I needed 4 way active, with a low high pass crossover point (at the time) so it just didn't fit.
That is by far the best bang for the buck out there if you are into SQ. I was SOOO close to getting it at $450 or so and even then it's a good buy. Unfortunately, I needed 4 way active, with a low high pass crossover point (at the time) so it just didn't fit.
08-20-2004, 01:40 PM
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Yes, I knew I got a good deal on that. I'll be using the balanced outputs as well; I think all analog transmission should be balanced.
I see you use PPI Art series: I'm selling a PPI Art Ax400 soon (Cosmetic: 6/10, fully-functional). I'll be posting a FS thread on ElitecarAudio.com within 2 days. The original buyer backed out
I see you use PPI Art series: I'm selling a PPI Art Ax400 soon (Cosmetic: 6/10, fully-functional). I'll be posting a FS thread on ElitecarAudio.com within 2 days. The original buyer backed out
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by archmage »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Yes, I knew I got a good deal on that. I'll be using the balanced outputs as well; I think all analog transmission should be balanced.
I see you use PPI Art series: I'm selling a PPI Art Ax400 soon (Cosmetic: 6/10, fully-functional). I'll be posting a FS thread on ElitecarAudio.com within 2 days. The original buyer backed out
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It will go on ebay pretty quick - I used to have a black Ax400 - pretty good amps. Here's my 4:
I see you use PPI Art series: I'm selling a PPI Art Ax400 soon (Cosmetic: 6/10, fully-functional). I'll be posting a FS thread on ElitecarAudio.com within 2 days. The original buyer backed out
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It will go on ebay pretty quick - I used to have a black Ax400 - pretty good amps. Here's my 4:
08-21-2004, 11:46 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by All_Motor_Moh »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">IM jealous!! i wish i had that many art series amps! ATLEAST ONE !! hah</TD></TR></TABLE>
I had 11 at one time
let's see....
3 A600's - 2 white, 1 black
2 A300's - white
2 A200's - white
3 A100's - two white, one black
1 Ax400 - Black
It will be hard to part with these, but when the Tru T-6.500 comes out....
I had 11 at one time
let's see....
3 A600's - 2 white, 1 black
2 A300's - white
2 A200's - white
3 A100's - two white, one black
1 Ax400 - Black
It will be hard to part with these, but when the Tru T-6.500 comes out....
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by rcurley55 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I had 11 at one time
let's see....
3 A600's - 2 white, 1 black
2 A300's - white
2 A200's - white
3 A100's - two white, one black
1 Ax400 - Black
It will be hard to part with these, but when the Tru T-6.500 comes out....</TD></TR></TABLE>
Hands down the most reliable and under rated amps ever!! ART SERIES ALL THE WAY!! theyre still worth good money!
I had 11 at one time
let's see....
3 A600's - 2 white, 1 black
2 A300's - white
2 A200's - white
3 A100's - two white, one black
1 Ax400 - Black
It will be hard to part with these, but when the Tru T-6.500 comes out....</TD></TR></TABLE>
Hands down the most reliable and under rated amps ever!! ART SERIES ALL THE WAY!! theyre still worth good money!
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Re: What kind of Head unit do you recomend? (rival12)
My sony I got 1 yr ago, has trouble locating tracks, but for the price my system is pretty good.
500 canadian for 2 ppi 10" subs in a ported box($75) Sony HU $150 sony xplod amp "800" watt monochannel $200
I don't know much about the subs but they really pound hard and for the price everything is pretty loud and clear.
500 canadian for 2 ppi 10" subs in a ported box($75) Sony HU $150 sony xplod amp "800" watt monochannel $200
I don't know much about the subs but they really pound hard and for the price everything is pretty loud and clear.
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