Just something I thought of, does anyone know if any systems have speed variable volume? (You know, the faster and more rpms you push, you music gets progressively louder. I had this in an older car, and it comes standard in the new 2010 oem navi.) Would be nice feature to have also.

Reaper, that would be a great idea! Adaptive audio for aftermarket head units! I know the Infiniti G convertible has it and it would be a great idea for the Z, especially the Z Roadster!!

I just want to mention that this is a feature of iTunes and your iPod not the head unit. You can use Genius playlists on any head unit you buy that supports the ipod and it's playlists. I use Genius playlists on my Kenwood 9140.

I would contacting a sponsor of the forum. Often times you will get a better price than even Amazon AND you will get support. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT: If you buy a Kenwood buy from an authorized reseller or you will not have warranty support. I believe this goes for pioneer as well, but I am not sure.

Thanks sig. I’m using the Genius mixes right now and love it! The new Avic takes this idea a little further by having an animated 3D sphere interface. My playlist can be accessed from a section of the sphere which can be rotated up, down, left and right with a slight touch of the screen. I think it will be a quicker and easier method of selecting my generated playlists. I saw it on you tube and it looks fantastic!

I did want to add one comment about Amazon. When you buy something from Amazon that is sold by Amazon, you never have any problems with returns for whatever reason. No hassles or restocking fees. They will even send you a free return shipping label. I love that kind of reassurance when buying anything!

yes it goes for pioneer as well. i buy most of my stuff from www.sonicelectronix.com but www.woofersetc.com has good stuff too and www.crutchfield.com is the old workhorse of car audio. i've had good buying experiences with all of those, crutchfield especially have excellent customer service but they are practically retail prices that you could get at a "big box store", they include instructions and everything needed to hook it up (dash kit and wiring harness adapters) tho which is nice.

yeah. Crutchfield is amazing. I think they have the best customer service of any mail order place I've ever used. I just wish they had internet level pricing. :)

I agree Crutchfield is a great retailer with experience and knowledge. I have bought from them over the years and always had great customer service. In fact, they are the first one who pointed me towards Pioneer and Kenwood double din head units because quote “both are of great quality and are in the Crutchfield Signature Series”.

Has anyone done an audio install in a Roadster? I’m concerned about getting an easy path to the trunk area! I haven’t seen any 2010 370Z Roadster Service Manuals listed in this forum.

I want to do an install in a roadster just have not. I have not had the chance to get in one yet but I think if you pull the seat forward and remove the panels you will find a way.

What I’m looking for is access to the 370Z Roadster Service Manual. I know I can research the ZR after delivery (remove, research & connect), but I’m the type of enthusiast who likes to research the service manual in advance. Maybe I’m a little old fashioned, but I enjoy installing everything mentally before I remove the first nut!

yah, they're okay. their prices are kinda high though. i search there, buy elsewhere. :tup:

btw, your local bestbuy is pretty good too. they'll price match and they usually have the harnesses and remote adapters in the back if you get one of the techgeeks or watever they're called to help.

that's wat i did last time.

I agree they are a bit expensive so I use woofersetc.com

I switched to Amazon.com and recommend checking their prices before you buy from anyone else.

5 to 6 weeks left before my factory ordered 370ZR arrives! I’m leaning towards buying the new Pioneer double din head unit. So many good reviews and actual owner’s firsthand experiences convinced me it’s a good head unit. Has anyone installed the new Avic Z or X series?

as i stated before, pioneer makes a solid HU, you should be in good hands. having said that, i don't have any experience with the new products but i can only imagine the interface is even more refined

Thanks HKY….I did my research and found Pioneer really is a solid innovated head unit. Independent professional reviewers and installers have endorsed Pioneer’s features, quality and reliability. It appears the only negative comments about Pioneer’s reliability are isolated. How could one person have so many problems? It’s statistically impossible and proves to be a personal issue with the name brand! Has anyone else taken Statistics 101??

yea exactly, there will always be people that bitch for the sake of bitching about something. that's life. enjoy the new HU and be sure to post pics once it's installed and up and running!

Yep! Taking Stats right now .. for those who do not know .. it is not a Math .. it is more of a logic than anything else. Just as you know Wicked, it really depends upon the sample set and how that sample is taken. I do not believe that isolated incidents reflect upon the Population as a whole, they are just the outliers.

I believe this is more than just bitching about something! Apparently, someone has a personal vendetta against Pioneer! When asked to list specific problems, answers are vague and childish. Certainly not the sharpest boy in the trailer park! Anyway…looking forward to getting my ZR and most likely will be installing a Pioneer HU unless Kenwood shows up to the party with something new! It’s really between Kenwood & Pioneer, they are the best head units on the market right now!

In case anyone is interested I have 2 DEMO DNX9140 available at $999.95 Shipped. Full 2 year warranty. These units were in my Tundra and my business partners Tundra.

Wicked CAS
Nazar
603-642-4222

When you say "Demo", you mean these were on the shelf for the public to mess around with? Any of the knobs / buttons worn? Pics would be nice.

TipsZ…you are creating flash backs! Outliers, population, standard deviations of the mean, Z-score etc. What I really miss are the keggers at Sigma Chi!!

I can buy a new (unopened) Pioneer AVIC-Z110BT for ~ $900. Online…... OR……buy your used (opened) Kenwood DNX9140 for $1000…….. OR …..buy a new (unopened) Kenwood DNX9140 for $1050. Online!! Wow…that’s a real tough decision to make! Can forum members help me on this?? Are you gonna try to sell me an Alpine too??

^^ haha yea, get the Z-series, can't go wrong there

There is a 200 dollar rebate on the Pioneer!

Pioneer USA - Navi-Days Navigation Rebate

Hey Wicked CAS…… I can hook you up on a NEW (non DEMO) w/full warranty, Pioneer Avic Z series for the same price as your used/demo/looks kinda almost sorta new last year’s model DEMO DNX9140…..also includes shipping. But I get to keep the rebate!

These units were in My own Tundra and my Business partners Tundra as stated before. I personaly own 3 cars so the use on mine is minimal, And when I do use it I drive 6 miles from my house. My business partner drives 8 miles to work. So Use is minimal. There are no scratches or buttons worn off.

Do I feel a bit of sarcasm here... You can buy an unopened 9140 online but you will not get the warranty. I am an autorized dealer. And now a paid forum sponsor / vendor. :tup:

I am not in the market to buy one, however I appreciate your heads up.. :tiphat:


As a Side note DNX9140 in my opinion is a better unit then the pioneer, however Pioneer at the price it is selling at is a good deal. Personaly I like the sound quality of the kenwood much better. However that is my opinion. I am sure if you look hard enough you can always find a better deal. But there is more to it then just a better deal.. Warranty, Service, people you are dealing with, Forum sponsors to be considered as they are paying to be on this forum (guilt trip always works... Just kidding)

^^ The debate between Kenwood vs. Pioneer is good for both companies. They are, right now, the best double dins unit on the US market. Competing against each other will only make both better! When it’s time to select one over the other, I agree with you, it’s a function of personal opinion! On a different note…..I enjoy beautiful New Hampshire…. love the “state liquor” stores…..save tons of money around the holidays!

You should come by the shop and visit.

^^ sounds good...

Got to give Pioneer some kudos…big recession going on and they give something back to the consumers!

so have you decided what double din your going with?

get the pioneer and never look back, If you dont mind last years models you can steal the x910bt for about 550 new

Exactly, I prefer the parties to studying Statistics ANY day!

It’s between Pioneer and Kenwood…..it’s really the only choice for highly rated double din head units!

I am looking at the Avic series and very impressed with the features. As for being last year model, I could upgrade the operating system & maps. My selection will be decided by features & cost…. Money saved = money for ZR performance upgrades!

BTW, If anyone is intersted... Only if you are interested...
We are running a special on the New DNX9960. You pay $1899.95 with a pre-order... BUT YOU GET A $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM US (WICKED CAS) Which you can use for a 370Z Magic box, an amplifier + Speakers, or whatever you want in our store... It is like getting $500 of free stuff..

And you still get to use the $120 off " 370Z " coupon code for the 370ZMagic box.

^^ you forgot to mention….no sales tax! this would include free installment right? Do you guys do a lot of installations in Kingston? Heard about the little “barn fire” on Hampton Beach!

We are what you call a Boutique type of shop. We do quite a bit of custom work. Our customers are not just from NH area but they are all over US. Our Magic Box enclosures allow us to reach out not just nation wide but lately internationaly...

We have assisted and finished project like the Modified Magazines June 2006 Tuner Car of the Year that was partnership project with Jo-Tech Racing and Wicked CAS. That car was one of the first 350Zs to get in the 670+ HP teeritory, It was also spoonsored by RAZO, The car was on the cover and was featured as the tuner car of the year. CHECK OUT THE PHOTO GALLERY http://www.wickedcas.com/gallery/main.php

Another project was Noahs Now stolen Ls2 Powered 350Z, and Some of you may know Brent with Bam bam screen name that has a very fast Radster that was also done by us...

All these cars were shipped to us and then trailered to shows right from our shop. From Texas, NY, Florida, We get cars from all over.

Another project was Noahs Now stolen Ls2 Powered 350Z, and Some of you may know Brent with Bam bam screen name that has a very fast Radster that was also done by us...


Nazar is not kidding!!...I came all the way from New york to have him do my set-up. WickedCas did ...well.. a "Wicked" job!! lol

I saw Noah's set-up....our Z's looked like brothers. Nice work!!!

Can't go wrong as long as you can make the trip to N.H.:tup: