Need a new headunit for the Escape

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:10 pm

I havent bought a head unit for almost 10 years. I got a pioneer back then, I hear they are still good now. BUT I have 4 needs it has to satisfy.1. USB port for external usb flash drive or ipod/iphone2. Bluetooth for cell phone3. HD radio(?) figure I should as the old stuff is phasing out sometime.4. Be under $200. My cobalt SS has the usb and bluetooth and I freaking love it, now that the escape is my DD and winter car I need something more than the freaking radio. I have a 2005 escape XLS no mach audio, 1 cd HU. On crutchfield I see a Jensen, Sony, Boss and Dual. Ive never heard of Boss, Dual I think they made subs when I was in highschool. I have no want for an audio system, the stock stuff is fine. Perfect fit: Dual XHD7714 - HD radio, BT, USB, AUX, 1CD, $159Missing HDSony Xplod MEX-BT3700 -BT, USB, AUX, 1cd, $199 but missing HD stock ($149 add-on)Kenwood KDC-BT742U - BT, USB, AUX, 1cd, $219. No HD radio. The HD version is $250Jensen's BT1611I - BT, USB, SD port, 1cd, music recording to SD or usb, $109. NO HD radio upgrade.Missing HD and CDBoss Audio's 755DBi - BT, USB, AUX, SD, $149. Kinda cool but no cd and the ipod "tray" may break?Any thoughts?

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:12 pm

Not sure about the BT quality connection on any of those HU's...If you can get away with not having HD Radio - then you know the answer.

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:14 pm

Thats what I'm thinking! Not bad a price and I dont need any thing fancy, it just needs to work. I still havent put a cd in the SS yet....

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:18 pm

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â»Thats what I'm thinking! Not bad a price and I dont need any thing fancy, it just needs to work. I still havent put a cd in the SS yet....Get the Sony and keep your eyes peeled on ebay or newegg for that $150.00 add on for cheaper. BT quality and iPod navigation is what sealed the deal for me with Pioneer.

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:52 pm

UGH the Dual has poor quality BT and doesnt play iphone 3g songs and needs special cable to charge unit...I may have to spring for more monies or drop HD radio :/

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:57 pm

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â»UGH the Dual has poor quality BT and doesnt play iphone 3g songs and needs special cable to charge unit...I may have to spring for more monies or drop HD radio :/I quickly reviewed the reviews of your options... Go with the Sony and purchase the HD Adapter here for $37.00 dollarshttp://www.techronics.com/inde...iKr0g

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 12:59 pm

How about this Pioneer, the add on HD radio is only $99 if I ever get it.Pioneer's DEH-P6100BTBT, USB, AUX, 1CD and user reviews are good on its BT quality and ipod/iphone compatibility and charging. Its only $259 so that isnt TOOOO much more.

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 1:03 pm

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â»How about this Pioneer, the add on HD radio is only $99 if I ever get it.Pioneer's DEH-P6100BTBT, USB, AUX, 1CD and user reviews are good on its BT quality and ipod/iphone compatibility and charging. Its only $259 so that isnt TOOOO much more.That is a great HU!!! Can not say enough about the Pioneer.

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 1:08 pm

does your BT mic on your pioneer have a cord? or is it built into the HU? I guess its not a huge deal to run it to my visor...but just wondering. After reading more..that seems to be a muuuuchhh better HU. See I knew it back then, still holds true today, Pioneer has some good stuff at reasonable prices. I couldnt find a phase out date for analog fm radio so, idk why I should even get HD yet.

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 1:21 pm

It has a cord.... Mic you an clip to the head linger just above the rear view mirror... That is where I have mine on the 08 Vibe. I do not even have HD as FM is still alive and kicking.... If you can live without HD, just wait will the unit goes on sale...

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 1:24 pm

I have no need for HD radio. All I listen to is local stations and public radio. I would rather have my own music going as my XM expired. Ugh that usb port is so fantastic, usb flash drive with 1k+ songs and it works in both my cars...uhh heaven. 99% sure I'll get this HU. sweet!! thanks!

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 1:31 pm

I just snapped some pictures of my HU and Mic Location for you...

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ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 1:33 pm

Second Pic - Location of the mic - just to the left of my rear view mirror:

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audiovibe · Post by **audiovibe** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 2:16 pm

What is this FM???? and HD radio??? you guys speak of?????Just put a P.C. in it and be done already!!!!JK!!I'll Second the Pioneer, I have always had good luck with Pioneer!But if the Kenwood had a better hands free mic that could be mounted elsewhere it would be my choice 110% because of all the tuning capabilities.Aron

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 12:44 am

Quote, originally posted by audiovibe Â»What is this FM???? and HD radio??? you guys speak of?????Just put a P.C. in it and be done already!!!!JK!!I'll Second the Pioneer, I have always had good luck with Pioneer!But if the Kenwood had a better hands free mic that could be mounted elsewhere it would be my choice 110% because of all the tuning capabilities. Aron haha if I have usb I dont care about music then..and I do want a gps but I want a removable one so I can put it in the SS. carpc would be sweet though, I almost had one in the vibe..The kenwood has a in unit mic and I hear it can suck. The kenwood has better tuning? like radio or you mean sound eq etc? I honestly wont do anything other than default. I have the base stereo and have zero need/want to have any nice speakers. The SS has all the nice stuff I found the pioneer at http://www.jr.com for $189. Anyone heard of this site? http://www.jr.com/pioneer/pe/PIO_DEHP6100BT/

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 12:56 am

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly Â»I just snapped some pictures of my HU and Mic Location for you... ahhh thanks! yeah I'll just run it up and have it next to the visor in the head liner like you have.

ColonelPanic · Post by **ColonelPanic** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 3:13 am

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â» I found the pioneer at http://www.jr.com for $189. Anyone heard of this site? http://www.jr.com/pioneer/pe/PIO_DEHP6100BT/I've bought from them before and had good luck with them. I really want to go to their store in NYC some day, it looks huge!

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 4:53 am

they have insanely low prices! I just need to find the mounting hardware and wiring harness now.....

audiovibe · Post by **audiovibe** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 8:54 am

Quote, originally posted by northvibe Â» The kenwood has a in unit mic and I hear it can suck. The kenwood has better tuning? like radio or you mean sound eq etc? I honestly wont do anything other than default. I have the base stereo and have zero need/want to have any nice speakers. The SS has all the nice stuff That Built in Mic is the only downfall from what I have heard . I meant the EQ and X over capabilities. You could potentially go a long way with a lil tuning.Aron

breezd · Post by **breezd** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 9:33 am

I had a JVC KD-HDR50 in the Vibe before I got rid of the car. Was a good radio, could change the colors of the buttons (the orange matched the Vibe perfect). It has built in HD and has a usb on the front. And you can buy an accessory to have the BT thru the radio. I liked it a lot... might be puttin it in the 350z now since I can't put it in the Infiniti.http://www.crutchfield.com/p_1...=5684

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 1:20 pm

Quote, originally posted by breezd Â»I had a JVC KD-HDR50 in the Vibe before I got rid of the car. Was a good radio, could change the colors of the buttons (the orange matched the Vibe perfect). It has built in HD and has a usb on the front. And you can buy an accessory to have the BT thru the radio. I liked it a lot... might be puttin it in the 350z now since I can't put it in the Infiniti.http://www.crutchfield.com/p_1...=5684the only problem with BT being added on is they range easily $100-$150. So it would be more than the pioneer.

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Mon Oct 05, 2009 1:53 pm

nnnnnooooooooooooooooooooooooooo JR.com raised the price to 209!!!! DANG IT!!!

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