What do you think about this head unit for my car's stereo?

[jellyrole]

I need to replace the stock Shaker 500 head unit in my Mustang, what do you guys think of this unit?

PS: It has to be a double, with XM and an iPod port.

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_113DPX5...3.html?tp=5684

[Fitseries3]

i have an alpine unit that does everything.

and a secret tip about alpine...

all their XM units are unlocked so you dont have to pay for service.

[erocker]

Originally Posted by Fitseries3

i have an alpine unit that does everything.

and a secret tip about alpine...

all their XM units are unlocked so you dont have to pay for service.

For real?! That is awesome, I'm going to go look at Alpine's now.

[jellyrole]

Would you guys mind recommending something that's a double decker and has similar or better specs for around the same price? I want to get from Crutchfield btw.

[jellyrole]

bump

[Corduroy_Jr]

haha never heard of it dude, and i know alot of cars, alpline is da shit, but there also is also of other head units that are also good

[v12dock]

What kind of mustang?

[majestic12]

There aren't really a lot of dual-din style stereos out there. It's not really worth the premium when units half their size are capable of doing as much, if not more. With that, a lot of single din models should more than adequately meet your needs -I have an alpine head unit in my car in the states that I don't ever drive, but it's a really nice system. I don't know about the xm trick that fitseries3 mentioned, but Alpine=awesome.

As far as the one you gave the link to, it's not a bad unit, but a single din alpine at the same price probably has a better quality sound and additional features. I've had plenty of stereos that went into slots twice their size (like 90% of Japanese cars) and the extra slot consisted of an adapter that served as a CD holder, or I could keep my sunglasses inside it -or cigarettes if that's your thing.

[Corduroy_Jr]

if u need any info about car cd head units i am da man

[BUCK NASTY]

Never been a fan of the Double Din head units, but you have to fill the void with something. I have been using Kenwood head units for 25+ years and have not a single regret. If your more of an audio purist, I would suggest looking into the Kenwood Excelon line. Are you going to power your speakers from the head unit or from Amps?

Here is the unit for $234.00