Least flashy aftermarket radio
#1
Least flashy aftermarket radio
For a while I had a wired in aux jack to my radio, then I had a Bluetooth dongle hanging from the port. After doing some Hackery with my gauges, I ripped or the wiring for my aux jack.
it didn’t really bother me because I had my sick eurobeats on a CD, but I’m running out of CDs to burn on.
Does anyone have any suggestions to the least flashy aftermarket radio? I’m not looking for one that’ll make my interior a discotheque when I’m bumping along to the siqqqqq Initial D sound track.
it didn’t really bother me because I had my sick eurobeats on a CD, but I’m running out of CDs to burn on.
Does anyone have any suggestions to the least flashy aftermarket radio? I’m not looking for one that’ll make my interior a discotheque when I’m bumping along to the siqqqqq Initial D sound track.
#2
I loved my Alpine IDA X305 when it was new, but it's getting old and it's been disconinued and they have never made a proper replacement. It has two of my big needs: Ipod/Android integration and an analog volume wheel. I HATE having to push a button repeatedly to lower or raise volume.
I am considering going to an android powered head unit at some point if I can find one that I like. Again, I want analog volume controls. I also want it to be able to run full android so I can run shadowdash when I am not using the radio/ipod integration. I will gladly move to a headless AFR and boost gauge.
Probably what I would do: http://www.autopumpkin.com/android-7...dio-audio.html
I am considering going to an android powered head unit at some point if I can find one that I like. Again, I want analog volume controls. I also want it to be able to run full android so I can run shadowdash when I am not using the radio/ipod integration. I will gladly move to a headless AFR and boost gauge.
Probably what I would do: http://www.autopumpkin.com/android-7...dio-audio.html
#6
@Chiburbian, I run this for a couple months now. Took me about 2 weeks to dial everything in. It was rooted to run a "clean" android installation, and then FCC Car Launcher installed on top so I could customize screens. Since I still run the OEM ECU, I use torque widgets added on the main screen. So far I like it; the only issue is when using GPS it gets warm and shuts down. I am waiting a couple of fans to hopefully resolve this last issue. Long story short, it is a good idea if you don't mind spending some time dialing out issues.
@ByteVenom, you may want to check out the Continental TR7412
https://www.ebay.com/p/Continental-T....c100005.m1851
@ByteVenom, you may want to check out the Continental TR7412
https://www.ebay.com/p/Continental-T....c100005.m1851
#7
https://imgur.com/a/E7T6o
I installed the above XAV-AX100 into my car (along with a weak amp and some pretty-OK/low-end-lacking JBL's).
I absolutely adore the radio. I didn't think I'd use Android Auto much but I absolutely use it every day. The navigation is fantastic. Browsing, or even asking for music (if I'm not going too fast with the top down) works wonderful as well.
Sunglasses/top-down visibility could be better, but it works. This unit is very capable, pretty cheap as far as AA/Carplay goes, and isn't batshit over the top on flashiness. It doesn't scream "Steal me!"
I installed the above XAV-AX100 into my car (along with a weak amp and some pretty-OK/low-end-lacking JBL's).
I absolutely adore the radio. I didn't think I'd use Android Auto much but I absolutely use it every day. The navigation is fantastic. Browsing, or even asking for music (if I'm not going too fast with the top down) works wonderful as well.
Sunglasses/top-down visibility could be better, but it works. This unit is very capable, pretty cheap as far as AA/Carplay goes, and isn't batshit over the top on flashiness. It doesn't scream "Steal me!"
#11
https://imgur.com/a/E7T6o
I installed the above XAV-AX100 into my car (along with a weak amp and some pretty-OK/low-end-lacking JBL's).
I absolutely adore the radio. I didn't think I'd use Android Auto much but I absolutely use it every day. The navigation is fantastic. Browsing, or even asking for music (if I'm not going too fast with the top down) works wonderful as well.
Sunglasses/top-down visibility could be better, but it works. This unit is very capable, pretty cheap as far as AA/Carplay goes, and isn't batshit over the top on flashiness. It doesn't scream "Steal me!"
I installed the above XAV-AX100 into my car (along with a weak amp and some pretty-OK/low-end-lacking JBL's).
I absolutely adore the radio. I didn't think I'd use Android Auto much but I absolutely use it every day. The navigation is fantastic. Browsing, or even asking for music (if I'm not going too fast with the top down) works wonderful as well.
Sunglasses/top-down visibility could be better, but it works. This unit is very capable, pretty cheap as far as AA/Carplay goes, and isn't batshit over the top on flashiness. It doesn't scream "Steal me!"
#12
I just installed this Android unit, screen is good in daytime even with top down. And can run Android apps. Hooked up my ms3 and running gauges on it. Has an analog volume ****, And it's CHEAP $135.
only gripe, Bluetooth music from the phone doesn't sound that good. It works but sound quality over Bluetooth is not great. So now I tether my phone to it over Wi-Fi hotspot and use the Spotify app on the stereo and it sounds great.
only gripe, Bluetooth music from the phone doesn't sound that good. It works but sound quality over Bluetooth is not great. So now I tether my phone to it over Wi-Fi hotspot and use the Spotify app on the stereo and it sounds great.
#14
This is the one i bought, but there are plenty of the same stereo from other ebay sellers.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2Din-7-Andr...72.m2749.l2649
it comes with GPS, and a backup camera.
works really well, fast, never froze on me. and the screen is usable in daylight.
cant load netflix though, app store says my version of android is not compatible or something like that, but most everything else loads just fine.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2Din-7-Andr...72.m2749.l2649
it comes with GPS, and a backup camera.
works really well, fast, never froze on me. and the screen is usable in daylight.
cant load netflix though, app store says my version of android is not compatible or something like that, but most everything else loads just fine.
#15
This is the one i bought, but there are plenty of the same stereo from other ebay sellers.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2Din-7-Andr...72.m2749.l2649
it comes with GPS, and a backup camera.
works really well, fast, never froze on me. and the screen is usable in daylight.
cant load netflix though, app store says my version of android is not compatible or something like that, but most everything else loads just fine.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2Din-7-Andr...72.m2749.l2649
it comes with GPS, and a backup camera.
works really well, fast, never froze on me. and the screen is usable in daylight.
cant load netflix though, app store says my version of android is not compatible or something like that, but most everything else loads just fine.
#17
A long thread on the VW forum regarding this:
VWVortex.com - Is it just me, or are 90% of aftermarket head units ugly?
VWVortex.com - Is it just me, or are 90% of aftermarket head units ugly?
#18
just loaded up Google maps.
also I tried to plugin a regular Logitech USB webcam and it works!. Even works with trackaddict. Might ziptie the webcam to the rollbar next Track day and try out recording the sessions.
It can also screen mirror your cell phone via usb.
#20
I'm still waiting for one of those Chinese Android headunits to come out that actually fits a double dinn space properly! When they do, I'll get one, I want to be able to run MSDroid/ShadowDash. Otherwise a normal headunit would do just fine.
But as for understated headunits, these Continental/VDO units caught my eye. Fully featured, the only difference between Conti/VDO is Orange or Blue back-lighting respectively.
Soundlabs Group Continental CD Car Radio CD7416-UB OR
https://www.soundlabsgroup.com.au/p/...ooth+Car+Radio
But as for understated headunits, these Continental/VDO units caught my eye. Fully featured, the only difference between Conti/VDO is Orange or Blue back-lighting respectively.
Soundlabs Group Continental CD Car Radio CD7416-UB OR
https://www.soundlabsgroup.com.au/p/...ooth+Car+Radio