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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 11:20 PM
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Headunit

Planning on installing a headunit in my fc but I do not know which ones i'd like. Kinda new to all this car stuff so bare with me. I want an inexpensive headunit under $200. Any suggestions. Also is the labor hard at all?
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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 11:35 PM
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Old Mar 17, 2010 | 11:35 PM
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Kenwood is good quality and can be had for under $200.
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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 02:40 AM
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Pioneer p5100-ub

Has 2 USB ports, 2 aux ports, 7 band equalizer and a OLED screen. Can't beat that, and it is only $200.
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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 04:18 AM
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Pioneer p5100-ub

Has 2 USB ports, 2 aux ports, 7 band equalizer and a OLED screen. Can't beat that, and it is only $200.
This.

Just got one and put it in my car two weeks ago, actually. It's a great headunit...you definitely wouldn't be disappointed.
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 11:20 AM
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Just go to Crutchfield.com and compare the features of those units within your price range. Most radios have comparable sound qualities, but the same is not true concerning the CD sound. The higher the "signal to noise ratio" the better the sound.
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 02:04 PM
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 02:44 PM
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I've been checking out stereos lately too, and I'm leaning toward an Alpine or JVC, just because I hate when the electrical stuff doesn't match, and the FC gauges are orange, not blue.
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Old Mar 20, 2010 | 01:09 AM
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Kenwood!!! Ftw =]
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Old Mar 20, 2010 | 01:14 AM
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i have a dual flip out i bought used for 50 bucks, love it and it makes the FC intirior look great!
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Old Mar 20, 2010 | 01:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Ahhrevenge
Thanks guys I really appreciate all of your opinions. This will help me narrow down my choices. Again, thanks.
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Old Mar 21, 2010 | 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by 1SWEET7
Kenwood is good quality and can be had for under $200.

+1 I just bought a Kenwood HU (cant remember model # at the moment) for $179 shipped. it has 3 preamp outputs (4.5 volt), ipod hookup, comes with all harnesses and install kit plus free shipping from crutchfield
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