What double din head unit should I buy?

Wicked CAS · 03-11-2010, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by TipsZ

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.

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.

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Originally Posted by WICKED_GRIN

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??

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.

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Originally Posted by WICKED_GRIN

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!

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

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)

HKYStormFront · 03-10-2010, 06:24 PM

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

kgreen · 03-12-2010, 11:29 AM

so have you decided what double din your going with?

WICKED_GRIN · 03-13-2010, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by kgreen

so have you decided what double din your going with?

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

speedfreak28 · 03-12-2010, 01:11 PM

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

WICKED_GRIN · 03-13-2010, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by speedfreak28

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

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!

Wicked CAS · 03-13-2010, 09:19 AM

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.

WICKED_GRIN · 03-13-2010, 10:19 AM

^^ 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!

Wicked CAS · 03-14-2010, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by WICKED_GRIN

^^ 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.

HKYStormFront · 03-25-2010, 09:44 PM

^^^ yea i heard good things about the 200 and 205 but nothing after that, interesting that you are having those problems. alpine's had a good reputation for making solid products.

2fast4thelaw · 03-25-2010, 09:57 PM

Just to be clear, my post is by no means an Alpine Bash! Other than BiG A, I am thier next biggest fan. I am currently talking with them about exchanging it for the new W900 model or maybe even the W203. It may be that I just got a lemon or a very early production unit. I jokingly accused them of passing off thier prototype on me. Either way, I am fed up with this unit.

WICKED_GRIN · 03-27-2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 2fast4thelaw

Just to be clear, my post is by no means an Alpine Bash! Other than BiG A, I am thier next biggest fan. I am currently talking with them about exchanging it for the new W900 model or maybe even the W203. It may be that I just got a lemon or a very early production unit. I jokingly accused them of passing off thier prototype on me. Either way, I am fed up with this unit.

Alpine is a good stereo unit depending on the features you are looking for. For example, if you want a single din unit, it’s probably in the top five….if not top three. I have owned them in the past and loved them. Had little glitches here and there but you can get those on any given auto stereo. It’s statistically impossible to have zero problems on all manufactured products. Alpine double din head units are a different story. Having to dock a navigation modular unit and having only a 2v outputs on the pre-outs is not something I want. Obviously this depends on when you buy because technology changes constantly. Kenwood could have all the features, great reviews, price etc. this year and in 2012, “XXX” brand could be the Big Dog!

In my opinion, for 2010, Kenwood and Pioneer is top Dog.

WICKED_GRIN · 04-04-2010, 09:11 AM

April is here and it seems that I have been waiting a year for my Roadster! Hopefully, it will arrive at the end of this month. Still have to decide between the Kenwood & Pioneer! Both head units look and sound fantastic! The only thing that is helping me thru the waiting period (~3 months) is driving my 370Z coupe! I had a hard time making up my mind on color, now it’s time to decide on which head unit! I hope that I don’t regret going black…..black will be a first for me! Did have a custom painted black motorcycle in high school & college but never owned a black car!! These photos from ZeeYouLater helped convinced me I made the right choice!!

WICKED_GRIN · 04-17-2010, 07:53 AM

An earlier post from Rogue Z has me leaning towards the Pioneer Avic series because of the possibility of using a wifi SD flash card. If this works with Pioneer’s operating system, I’m going with the Avic head-unit! Has anyone else had any experience with this setup?

speedfreak28 · 04-27-2010, 03:59 PM

It can be done to either the F or Z series id go with the Z if you got the scratch, its an an amazing unit. Also If you have any specific questions check out avic411.com. Theres some neat stuff that can be done.

03-10-2010, 06:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
HKYStormFront A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 14,954 Drives: 06 Frontier SE 6spd Rep Power: 53	^^ haha yea, get the Z-series, can't go wrong there __________________ Patrick // 06 Frontier 6spd Nismosis // Mods: Uprev Tuned @ Z1 Motorsports: 257whp & 292 ft lbs 09 Pontiac G8 GXP // M6 // Sunroof // Tint... For now

03-13-2010, 09:19 AM	#7 (permalink)
Wicked CAS The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Kingston, NH. Posts: 469 Drives: 98 Supra 1036 RWHP Rep Power: 16	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. __________________ www.wickedcas.com Call: 603-642-4222 E-mail: Wickedcas@aol.com *DIRECT AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR:* AUDISON, HERTZ, JL AUDIO, JL AUDIO MARINE, KENWOOD EXCELON, COMPUSTAR, DIAMOND AUDIO, CACHE, ARC AUDIO, K40, PASSPORT ESCORT.

03-25-2010, 09:44 PM	#10 (permalink)
HKYStormFront A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 14,954 Drives: 06 Frontier SE 6spd Rep Power: 53	^^^ yea i heard good things about the 200 and 205 but nothing after that, interesting that you are having those problems. alpine's had a good reputation for making solid products. __________________ Patrick // 06 Frontier 6spd Nismosis // Mods: Uprev Tuned @ Z1 Motorsports: 257whp & 292 ft lbs 09 Pontiac G8 GXP // M6 // Sunroof // Tint... For now

03-25-2010, 09:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
2fast4thelaw Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Denver Co Age: 51 Posts: 403 Drives: 09 370Z Sport/MT6 Rep Power: 17	Just to be clear, my post is by no means an Alpine Bash! Other than BiG A, I am thier next biggest fan. I am currently talking with them about exchanging it for the new W900 model or maybe even the W203. It may be that I just got a lemon or a very early production unit. I jokingly accused them of passing off thier prototype on me. Either way, I am fed up with this unit. __________________ To the optimist, the glass is half full. To the pessimist, the glass is half empty. To the engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.

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03-12-2010, 11:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
kgreen Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: EL Paso, Tx Posts: 387 Drives: SR 370z Rep Power: 244	so have you decided what double din your going with?

03-12-2010, 01:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
speedfreak28 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: south jersey Posts: 247 Drives: 05 ram, 79 z28 Rep Power: 17	get the pioneer and never look back, If you dont mind last years models you can steal the x910bt for about 550 new

03-13-2010, 10:19 AM	#8 (permalink)
WICKED_GRIN Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: New England Posts: 466 Drives: 370Z Roadster Black Rep Power: 16	^^ 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!

04-27-2010, 03:59 PM	#15 (permalink)
speedfreak28 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: south jersey Posts: 247 Drives: 05 ram, 79 z28 Rep Power: 17	It can be done to either the F or Z series id go with the Z if you got the scratch, its an an amazing unit. Also If you have any specific questions check out avic411.com. Theres some neat stuff that can be done.