Kenwood or Pioneer?
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Kenwood or Pioneer?
im looking to spend $140-$180 on a new head unit. i have 2 pioneer and 1 kenwood picked out, and am wondering which is more reliable and will last longer?
also, one that will not skip when playing older cds?
also, one that will not skip when playing older cds?
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
none of them! 
those pioneer and kenwood are almost bottom line as far as i can see, go for any ///ALPINE at the same price and you will not be dissapointed
do those have 3 pre outs? 4v output? changer control?
you can get botom of the line ///ALPINES with these features
thats just me though
i think the KENWOOD would be the best choice out of tjose 3 though
it looks more expensive
those pioneer and kenwood are almost bottom line as far as i can see, go for any ///ALPINE at the same price and you will not be dissapointed
do those have 3 pre outs? 4v output? changer control?
you can get botom of the line ///ALPINES with these features
thats just me though
i think the KENWOOD would be the best choice out of tjose 3 though
it looks more expensive
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
who said anything about more money??
you can get a nice alpine for 178 same price as the kenwood!
i can get brand new alpines in jamaica for $10,000 and at 60: thats about what? $150 us dollars?
you can get a nice alpine for 178 same price as the kenwood!
i can get brand new alpines in jamaica for $10,000 and at 60: thats about what? $150 us dollars?
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DxHatchback »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">im looking to spend $140-$180 on a new head unit. </TD></TR></TABLE>
you can get an ///ALPINE
you can get an ///ALPINE
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DxHatchback »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ahh i looked up alpine, and its pretty plain looking for $180
i like the flip head units </TD></TR></TABLE>
post a link or pic of that, i see flip face allpines for cheap.... in the price range
i like the flip head units </TD></TR></TABLE>
post a link or pic of that, i see flip face allpines for cheap.... in the price range
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
thats the only one in that price range? 
weird
oh well do your thing mate
get a pioneer or a kenwood
you'll just never know about living in ///ALPINE world
having an ///ALPINE stare at you in your car is a sure way to the promised land
weird
oh well do your thing mate
get a pioneer or a kenwood
you'll just never know about living in ///ALPINE world
having an ///ALPINE stare at you in your car is a sure way to the promised land
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (bassisliffe)
the kdc-mp425 and dehp3600 are both very nice units I would prefer the pioneer personally (unless you need the MP3 feature) alpine is not god, pioneer makes very nice decks for the price and their high stuff is right with alpine
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DxHatchback »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ahh i looked up alpine, and its pretty plain looking for $180
i like the flip head units </TD></TR></TABLE>
The 180 alpine should be very reliable. If you want cool features, then you have to pay some money. If you want cheap and good looks then get one of the ones you have selected.
i like the flip head units </TD></TR></TABLE>
The 180 alpine should be very reliable. If you want cool features, then you have to pay some money. If you want cheap and good looks then get one of the ones you have selected.
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (vteg)
okay guys, i actually spent more money and went with this, i love it so far
$473.99
CD-R/RW and MP3/WMA/WAV-CD compatible CD player
XM Radio-Ready: XM radio subscription, tuner and antenna (not included) are required
MCD changer controls let you manipulate a remote-mounted CD changer from the head unit
48 CD title memory (100 with optional changer, not included) with text display
Detachable face-flap folds down for access to CD slot, then folds up to protect internal mechanisms from dust and contaminants
EEQ, EQ-EX, 3-band parametric equalizer with 5 preset Easy EQ curves and 1 user-programmable configuration
Front Image Enhancer (FIE) provides selectable mid- and high-frequency crossover for rear speakers that strengthens vocals in the front speakers and produces an "up-front" sound stage
3 preamp outputs (4V) allows connection to external amplifiers for enhanced power and performance
Rotary volume control
Includes remote control; wired-remote compatible
$473.99
CD-R/RW and MP3/WMA/WAV-CD compatible CD player
XM Radio-Ready: XM radio subscription, tuner and antenna (not included) are required
MCD changer controls let you manipulate a remote-mounted CD changer from the head unit
48 CD title memory (100 with optional changer, not included) with text display
Detachable face-flap folds down for access to CD slot, then folds up to protect internal mechanisms from dust and contaminants
EEQ, EQ-EX, 3-band parametric equalizer with 5 preset Easy EQ curves and 1 user-programmable configuration
Front Image Enhancer (FIE) provides selectable mid- and high-frequency crossover for rear speakers that strengthens vocals in the front speakers and produces an "up-front" sound stage
3 preamp outputs (4V) allows connection to external amplifiers for enhanced power and performance
Rotary volume control
Includes remote control; wired-remote compatible
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
im hoping u didnt really pay $473.99 for that unit(deh-p8600mp) that unit looks much better then the previous pioneer units you were interested in. honestly tho, IMO pioneer is weak sauce. i'll stick with my alpine til the day your pioneer breaks down n dies. 
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (john666)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by john666 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">im hoping u didnt really pay $473.99 for that unit(deh-p8600mp) that unit looks much better then the previous pioneer units you were interested in. honestly tho, IMO pioneer is weak sauce. i'll stick with my alpine til the day your pioneer breaks down n dies. </TD></TR></TABLE>
ditto
473 bucks that could have been spent on an ///ALPINE is 473 bucks WASTED!
</TD></TR></TABLE>ditto
473 bucks that could have been spent on an ///ALPINE is 473 bucks WASTED!
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (DxHatchback)
What was the point of this thread? Why post cheap hu's if you were planning on spending $500. You could have gotten a high end alpine or eclipse for that price.
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Re: Kenwood or Pioneer? (vteg)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by vteg »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What was the point of this thread? Why post cheap hu's if you were planning on spending $500. You could have gotten a high end alpine or eclipse for that price. </TD></TR></TABLE>
exactly
</TD></TR></TABLE>exactly