New user, First time car owner, Got questions.
09-07-2008, 10:28 PM
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New user, First time car owner, Got questions.
Well, first of all, Hello to everyone here.
I've just got a 1996 Mercury Cougar, and one of the first things i'm looking to do is upgrade my audio system.
The car currently has the stock audio system, and I really know nothing of these cars. I'm also not to keen on car audio.
Hopefully the members here will be able to provide some assistance.
First off, I'm looking for a head unit, It seems like a good place to start, But I'm not sure what I'm looking for.
What brands are good but won't cost an arm and a leg? I don't make much money and do support a family, so spending thousands on top end units isn't an option at this point.
What I do want is something that plays mp3's, has lots of power, features, RCA outputs, and subwoofer outputs.
I was looking at the Boss Audio 640UI, but have been told that boss audio is crap.... So basically what would be a good alternative to that particular head unit?
After the head unit, what would be my next step in upgrading my sound system?
I appreciate any help you could offer.
TIA
I've just got a 1996 Mercury Cougar, and one of the first things i'm looking to do is upgrade my audio system.
The car currently has the stock audio system, and I really know nothing of these cars. I'm also not to keen on car audio.
Hopefully the members here will be able to provide some assistance.
First off, I'm looking for a head unit, It seems like a good place to start, But I'm not sure what I'm looking for.
What brands are good but won't cost an arm and a leg? I don't make much money and do support a family, so spending thousands on top end units isn't an option at this point.
What I do want is something that plays mp3's, has lots of power, features, RCA outputs, and subwoofer outputs.
I was looking at the Boss Audio 640UI, but have been told that boss audio is crap.... So basically what would be a good alternative to that particular head unit?
After the head unit, what would be my next step in upgrading my sound system?
I appreciate any help you could offer.
TIA
09-08-2008, 11:37 PM
#5
personally im a pioneer fan but i like the new sony decks that are out they are very good price and have the usb on the front faceplate.
personally i would go with one of these:
or:
what i like about these 2 decks is you can get them for under 200.00 and they both allow usb...
personally i would go with one of these:
or:
what i like about these 2 decks is you can get them for under 200.00 and they both allow usb...
09-09-2008, 12:30 AM
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Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 130
Personally, I'd recommend Alpine, they've always been the go-to brand for me from a sound quality stand point. Got to admit I REALLY like the new Pioneers, I've got my eye on the 4000 in-dash video unit that BB has on sale for $399 this week. 
09-09-2008, 06:43 AM
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Well, my budget was around $150, but I'm highly considering doing something stupid and purchasing the Kenwood KDC-MP538U. Its $225 from crutchfield canada, and includes the tools, instructions and wiring harness needed to make the job super easy.
I don't need video.... at least not yet anyway
I don't need video.... at least not yet anyway
