Looking to buy new HU

Krimzon7 · 11-28-2014, 02:37 PM

As the title states I'm looking to upgrade from the stock bose HU. I was wondering what are some good recommendations in the $250-500 price range. The main things I'd like are bluetooth capabilities to talk hands free and stream music/video, custom eq's, and have some nice graphics/visualizations. Also I'll probably be looking to get a custom box and sub in the future at some point. I'm not too familiar with the caraudio world so any advice would help. Thanks in advance!

RonRizz · 11-28-2014, 07:12 PM

Hop on over to sonicelectronics and have a look around. any double-din unit will fit. there are just so many to choose from.

Ivary · 11-29-2014, 01:54 AM

I agree with RonRizz, Woofersect is good as well. Pioneer and Kenwood seem to be the most popular, JVC has a nice one too, all the Nav's are different and personal preference. For example, Seri makes my brain hurt, but some people love it. I have just been through this process and recommend researching what you want. I recommend getting the biggest touch screen and not too sensitive due to our cars suspension. Steering wheel control kit and Sirius XM antenna need to be purchased at the same time. Bigaudifanatic sells a highly recommend "plug and play" wiring harness, unless your paying a pro to install it.

If you are buying a system Sonicelctronic has some great bundle deals. When I bought my amp there I got the wiring installation kit half price. Many of their speakers bundle with sound deadener.

Krimzon7 · 12-01-2014, 09:58 AM

Thanks for the advice, will look into all of those.

kenchan · 12-01-2014, 12:52 PM

yah search around and then buy it from amazon with prime. lol
unless you're buying from a vendor who will install it for you, just check amazon for the best prices.

11-28-2014, 02:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
Krimzon7 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 28 Drives: 40th Anniversary 370 Rep Power: 11	Looking to buy new HU As the title states I'm looking to upgrade from the stock bose HU. I was wondering what are some good recommendations in the $250-500 price range. The main things I'd like are bluetooth capabilities to talk hands free and stream music/video, custom eq's, and have some nice graphics/visualizations. Also I'll probably be looking to get a custom box and sub in the future at some point. I'm not too familiar with the caraudio world so any advice would help. Thanks in advance!

11-28-2014, 07:12 PM	#2 (permalink)
RonRizz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Pine grove, Pa Posts: 2,136 Drives: 2 feet, 3 pedals Rep Power: 6775	Hop on over to sonicelectronics and have a look around. any double-din unit will fit. there are just so many to choose from. __________________ P99rs Head Unit--- Amps- 2 Pioneer Prs800d --- Zapco ST1000MX---Zapco ST-4XSQ---- SI BM mk5 Subs---SI TM65v2 Midbass--- SI M3 mids--- SI M25 xbl2 tweeters ----- 2016 MECA street class 3rd place at world finals

11-29-2014, 01:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
Ivary Base Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Ravenna Posts: 124 Drives: 2011 6MT tour sprt Rep Power: 11	I agree with RonRizz, Woofersect is good as well. Pioneer and Kenwood seem to be the most popular, JVC has a nice one too, all the Nav's are different and personal preference. For example, Seri makes my brain hurt, but some people love it. I have just been through this process and recommend researching what you want. I recommend getting the biggest touch screen and not too sensitive due to our cars suspension. Steering wheel control kit and Sirius XM antenna need to be purchased at the same time. Bigaudifanatic sells a highly recommend "plug and play" wiring harness, unless your paying a pro to install it. If you are buying a system Sonicelctronic has some great bundle deals. When I bought my amp there I got the wiring installation kit half price. Many of their speakers bundle with sound deadener.

12-01-2014, 09:58 AM	#4 (permalink)
Krimzon7 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 28 Drives: 40th Anniversary 370 Rep Power: 11	Thanks for the advice, will look into all of those.

12-01-2014, 12:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	yah search around and then buy it from amazon with prime. lol unless you're buying from a vendor who will install it for you, just check amazon for the best prices.