Hey Everyone, Long time lurker...First time poster.

2 questions.

I was wondering if I should get the Alpine Pxa-h701 and if it would hook up to my Alpine CVA-1005
I can't see a prob being they both are AI-net.
The reason being is because it has EQ and X-over already built into it, So do you think it is worth it to sell my old EQL/X-over and clean it all up to get this or just keep the current system as it's not really worth it and keep the old stuff going? I mean I have a pretty clean sound now, but you know. It's better to keep everyone on one unit right?

I currently run an old audiocontrol eqx audio control equalizer
and a Pioneer Subwoofer X-over

 

I have one and the rux control unit. If you like tweaking, it's fantastic. I can't say how it works off the head units, but with the controller it's really easy to use and very convenient. I can alter xo points and change slopes while at a light and get immediate feedback. Everything is within a fingertip away, full control of which speakers are on/off, levels, xo points, slopes (6-30dB's), phase, 1/3 octave eq's, parametric eq's, not to mention the 5.1 capability. i'm not sure there's much more you can want or get in an audio processor. The only addition I would like to see in a future product is a 3-way output for the front, 2-way for the rear, f/r center outs....6.1 dolby and 13 channels.... and IMPRINT capabilities. That would be a complete unit!!

 

X2 it gives you unlimited tuning for your system....worth every penny.

 

If you want to stick with Alpine and want dashboard tunability the H701 is THE way to go.

I don't know if it will work with your deck, I almost think that the controls are only compatible with IVA series touch screens and the RUX-C701.
Call Alpine to make sure that you will be able to control the H701 from the screen.
I think ALL Alpine ai-net decks can send signal to the H701, but the IVA-W200 is a great option because you get optical signal out.

For what it's worth, a IVA-W200 or IVA-D310 plus H701 combo can be gotten from the states for around 700-800$.

Heck, a guy on here has an IVA-D310 for sale, but with a faulty dvd transport. Just buy a cd changer to put in your glovebox and an Ipod cable.

All that being said...

The H701 IS overkill if you are only going with a 2 way front stage, but once you consider a 3 way front stage, or 2 way + rear fill it becomes a nessescity.
Personally I'd MUCH rather have too much tuning ability than not enough, and I definitely prefer having it controllable from my seat.

 

Thank you for the reply's fella's. I will be stickin to 2-way front stage and as much as I love the fact of the curve of the tuning, It isn't compatible with my cva-1005, I am to cheap to spend on a new one and I can't see myself buying another unit for it. Worth it, Don't get me wrong. But I just want one head unit to do all. I suppose I will stick on getting the older PXA-H510 Model...

 

You could also look into the PPI DCX-730.
Does almost all the same things as the H701, has it's own remote control and will work with pretty much any deck that has RCA outputs.
Usually go for $250-350 from places like Diyma forums.

I don't believe the h510 does crossovers, although it does a really nice job with dolby sound and equalizing.

 

why not an A/C DQXS ?

 

^ Maybe becuz the AC is a noisy POS compared to the Alpine.

 

its the best for the money, next to the F#1, alpine all the way!!!!! The Pioneer p9 combo is nice as well!!! Audio control is crap, to much noise, not as much flexibility as the 701.

 

^ Agreed. If the MS-8 ever makes it out or RF upgrades the 360 to 4way capability then Alpine will have some competition but right now, IMO, there is none.