fnbrowning

I'm going to replace the head unit in my 2002 T/A

I'm not looking for an audiophile system, mostly I just want to get a HU with modern functions. I intend to keep the Monsoon amp and speakers.

Must have:
MP3 Playback
AUX Input Front
USB Input {front input desired but not necessary}
Steering Wheel Control Compatible with a hard-wired jack.

Nice but not necessary - XM Satellite Radio Ready

Would like to stay under $200.00 for the head unit.

Thanks for your help!

pentavolvo

kenwood hands down

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usb and aux input (both on back which IMO makes for a 100x cleaner install

coryprine

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X2 for kenwood... this is what i have in my camaro... love it!!.

http://www.kenwoodusa.com/Car_Entert...ver/KDC-MP438U

shoemike

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alpine ida-x200 or ida-x100

99Bluz28

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Kenwood!
For the money they offer a lot of features. I put a kenwood in my sons car and was impressed with it. I've also have a kenwood in my car, and really enjoy it(kdc-x991).

Engine_HP

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Sony.

http://www.jr.com/sony/pe/SON_CDXGT420U/
http://cas07.businessflow.ms/3.9.6/m...4-27a0815bd7ee
with 2 out sub

fnbrowning

I appreciate all the suggestions!

I am looking up everyone's favorite HU and comparing specs, so every reply helps.

One question has popped up. Some features & spec sheets will claim "powerful internal amplifier."

Do I need to be concerned that some HUs might overdrive the Monsoon amp and cause distortion or damage?

WhiteBird00

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No need to worry. Assuming that you will limit the overall volume to something that doesn't hurt your ears, a more powerful head unit will only cause the volume to go up faster as you turn the **** (i.e. a smaller turn of the **** will result in a greater increase in volume than it would with a less powerful HU). More powerful head units have the advantage of being able to produce more volume without causing the distortion that overdriving a lesser HU could cause.