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Old Dec 4, 2006 | 02:45 AM
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I'm looking to get an aftermarket head unit that is ipod ready (with purchase of cable). other than that i just want it to be a reliable company and less than 150$. any suggestions?
thanks scion guys for your help.
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try looking at some alpines... i know you can find some pioneer decks that have the ipod connection but having control the ipod is a diffrent story..
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 03:19 AM
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Alpine!!!!!
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yes i admited it i suggested alpine over the norm pioneer.. lol
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 05:45 AM
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Spend the extra $80 (HU + iPod cord; $230 total) and get the Alpine CDA-9856. You won't be sorry! Just read the reviews in the link I provided.
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its lookin like alpines the way to go, thanks guys
Old Dec 5, 2006 | 12:51 AM
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i would usually suggest pioneer, but in that price range.. to be honest the ipod control on those decks really suck.. lol
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how do you guys feel about this one..... http://www.crutchfield.com/S-l33gsoQ...300&I=113MP232
Old Dec 6, 2006 | 01:14 AM
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it looks pretty cool. you still have to get the ipod adapter though. but if it fits your needs (price, functionality) go for it!

i still say get alpine, eclipse, or pioneer though if possible.. lol
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the adapter is just a 30is dollar auxillary cable right?
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if you want an input the yes. but if you want the one where you can control your ipod from your deck you need the ipod specific one. i think it runs about 50 or so.
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thanks, im going to research this stuff for a bit
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if you need help feel free to msg me on aim
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