Recommend a iPOD only Head Unit

yustr · 09-09-2009, 11:56 AM

Am interested in upgrading my system, starting with a head unit that only needs to AM/FM/iPOD. I haven't played a CD in my car in months - nor do I intend to in the future. (My thinking is that the cost savings should either be passed on to me or reflected in a quality bump at the price point.) I'd like it to have iPOD info on the display and control it directly from the unit. It will drive four speakers and feed a sub/amp.

I saw an Alpine but didn't like the huge silver knob on the front.

Suggestions???

**Jason** · 09-10-2009, 01:45 PM

I do not know of any that do not include cd player. Also do you have a single or double din?

Personally, I have something similar to this http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...nnorswebguidec I do not have that exact model, mine was a lot cheaper, this looks like a newer version. I have the Ipod hookup cable for it and keep the iPod hidden. The stereo charges that iPod, so I never have to worry about the battery dieing. I can control the ipod through the deck and works pretty well.

The only problem with it, is that when I hook up a USB drive, no matter what I leave it on (radio/ipod/dvd) it goes straight to the USB Drive. Then I have to switch it over.

When we upgrade my car (the wife stole mine after the wedding and I got stuck with hers) I am 90% sure I will get the same type of deck.

09-09-2009, 11:56 AM	#1 (permalink)
yustr Asst. Manager, The Conversation Pit Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Connecticut shore Posts: 6,037 OS: XP Pro My System	Recommend a iPOD only Head Unit Am interested in upgrading my system, starting with a head unit that only needs to AM/FM/iPOD. I haven't played a CD in my car in months - nor do I intend to in the future. (My thinking is that the cost savings should either be passed on to me or reflected in a quality bump at the price point.) I'd like it to have iPOD info on the display and control it directly from the unit. It will drive four speakers and feed a sub/amp. I saw an Alpine but didn't like the huge silver knob on the front. Suggestions??? __________________ If there are lawyers or politicians involved, logic may be a very poor tool for reaching a conclusion.

09-10-2009, 01:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jason Faugh a ballagh Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pasco, FL Posts: 8,472 OS: Windows Vista My System Blog Entries: 2	Re: Recommend a iPOD only Head Unit I do not know of any that do not include cd player. Also do you have a single or double din? Personally, I have something similar to this http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...nnorswebguidec I do not have that exact model, mine was a lot cheaper, this looks like a newer version. I have the Ipod hookup cable for it and keep the iPod hidden. The stereo charges that iPod, so I never have to worry about the battery dieing. I can control the ipod through the deck and works pretty well. The only problem with it, is that when I hook up a USB drive, no matter what I leave it on (radio/ipod/dvd) it goes straight to the USB Drive. Then I have to switch it over. When we upgrade my car (the wife stole mine after the wedding and I got stuck with hers) I am 90% sure I will get the same type of deck. __________________ Posting Tips \| Advice for New People \| Common Fixes \| Agus na damnaithe fágtha gan focal Glaoigh ormsa i measc na naomh