What do you guys think??

[REN69]

I can get either one for $299 CDN (they both have $30 off this week)

Kenwood KDC-MP728 from Bestbuy



Get your car audio motorized with Kenwood's KDC-MP728 MP3 CD Car Deck. It has a slick motorized auto-slide removable faceplate and a G-analyzer monitor that adds the "G" forces to your vehicle and displays the effects right on the 8 tone display!

Product Features

SIRIUS Satellite, Kenwood Music Keg-Ready
High & Low-Pass X-Overs
Included In Box: Carrying Case, Remote, Manual, Pull Keys, Batteries, Harness

Product Details

Web Code: 10056498
Mfr. Part Number: KDC-MP728
# Of Pre-Out In Pairs 2
# Of Tuner Presets 18FM, 6AM
Alarm/Security Detachable Faceplate, Security Code
ATT/Mute Yes
Built-In Crossover Yes
CD Mute Circuit 0-Bit Mute Detection
CD Text Capable (Deck &/or Chgr) Yes
Changer Control Yes
Clock Yes
D/A Converter Type 1-Bit
Direct Access On CD Yes
Display Type 64 Colour Fine Dot FL
EQ/DSP Control Yes
EQ/DSP/Crossover System E's, System Q
Face Style Motorized, Detachable
Included In Box See The Features Section
Intro Scan On CD Yes
Loudness/BBE/D-Bass Loudness
Memory Stick No
Motorized Face Yes
One Touch Memory On Tuner Yes
Plays CD-Rs Yes
Plays CD-RWs Yes
Plays MP3s Yes
Plays WMAs Yes
Power/Max 50 Watts X 4
Pre-Out Voltage 2.5 Volts
Product Dimensions 18.2(W) x 5.3(H) x 15.5(D) cm
Product Weight 1.4 kg
Programmable on CD Yes
Random On CD Yes
Remote Control Wireless
Repeat On CD Yes
Rotary Controls Yes
Size DIN
Sub Volume Control Yes
Switchable Illumination 2 Colour
TV Tuner Control No
Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labour

OR

Eclipse CD5425 from Future Shop



Eclipse's CD5425 MP3 CD Car Deck has a motorized tilt face with a built-in 50 watt x 4 channel MOSFET amplifier and route guidance. This receiver also features an area shot route guidance assistance that works in conjunction with MapQuest and E-iSERV Internet connectivity. More Info

FEATURES:

Sirius Radio & iPod Compatible
Smart No Ordinary Button
Digital Servo System
Eclipse Security Network
Auxiliary Input Ready With Optional Adapter (Sold Separately)
Warranty: 3 Years Parts & Labour If Installed By Future Shop, Otherwise 1 Year

WebID: 10059188
Mfr. Part Number: CD5425
# Of Pre-Out In Pairs 3
# Of Tuner Presets 18FM, 6AM
Alarm/Security Yes
ATT/Mute Yes
Built-In Crossover Yes
CD Mute Circuit Yes
CD Text Capable (Deck &/or Chgr) Yes
Changer Control Yes
Clock Yes
D/A Converter Type 1-Bit
Direct Access On CD No
Display Type LCD Multi Colour
EQ/DSP Control Yes
EQ/DSP/Crossover 3-Band EQ
Face Style Black/Aluminum Fixed
Included In Box Unit, Connectors, Manual
Intro Scan On CD Yes
Loudness/BBE/D-Bass No
Memory Stick No
Motorized Face Yes
One Touch Memory On Tuner Yes
Plays CD-Rs Yes
Plays CD-RWs Yes
Plays MP3s Yes
Plays WMAs No
Power/Max 50 Watts X 4
Pre-Out Voltage 5 Volt, 55Ohm
Product Dimensions 15.5(W) x 5.0(H) x 17.8(D) cm
Product Weight 2.7 kg
Programmable on CD No
Random On CD Yes
Remote Control Wireless (Optional)
Repeat On CD Yes
Rotary Controls Yes
Size DIN
Sub Volume Control No
Switchable Illumination No
TV Tuner Control No
Warranty See The Features Section

Good and Bad for each
The Kenwood has the EL display and all these goodies, plus it comes with a remote, built-in DSP and Hi-Lo-pass filters, Sirius and Ipod compatible, Mosfet amp (50Wx4), etc.
BUT it only has 2.5V outs, I believe it only has fronts and rears, no sub out.

The Eclipse, its an Eclipse even though its a lower end model it looks pretty pimp, its got the Mapquest Route Guidance feature, which I would probably never use, Sirius and Ipod compatible, Mosfet amp (50Wx4), DSP and it comes with 3 5V outs front, rear, sub.
BUT it only has an LCD display (Not EL), no remote

Come on guys.. what you guys think?

[CamryPunk]

This should be in audio and video.

[REN69]

I put it here cuz no one goes to the AV forums.

[CDub LXi]

Pioneer or Alpine..

[VVT-i Owns]

Man the Eclipse owns the stupid Kenwood Crap.
Except for the equalizer? how many band is the Kendwood?

[Trace]

I like the Kenwood. The Eclipse is cool but its just too... busy looking I guess.

[dna59]

I'm liking the eclipse.

[JohnCWms27]

the kenwood definitely looks better, but i hope you choose the Eclipse - it'll last so much longer than the Kenwood, even though Kenwoods have a pretty good life span

[JohnCWms27]

[nort0188]

Those are both hideous... I'm an Alpine fan for life

[REN69]

2001Audio/Video has the Alpine9847 for $299.. nice but not comparatively equipped as the Kenwood or Eclipse, and it only has 2V outputs as opposed to 2.5 on the Kenwood or 5V on the Eclipse.



50W x 4 High Power Amplifier
3 PreOuts (2V)
Ready for iPod®
Bass Engine
Subwoofer Level Control
Bass Center Frequency Control
Bass Band Width Adjustment
Treble Center Frequency Control
BBE Processor
CD-R/RW Playback
MP3/WMA Decoder/Playback
MP3 Text Information Display
CD Shuttle Control Function
QuickSearch Function (MP3 Files)
Quad Illumination
Rotary Encoder Volume Control
Versatile-Link™ Ready
MaxTune Tuner
Regulated 1-Bit DAC
Detachable Trim Plate
Anti-Theft Detachable Front Panel
Wireless Remote Control Ready

[88 LE]

I'd go with the Eclipse, no questions asked.

In my case I have no use for the built on amp, so having a higher pre-out voltage to drive my amps is nice.

I believe some of the Eclipse decks have a 8V pre-out.

[Clever]

i'm shopping too and i've been looking more into eclipse product line, but i'd take sound quality over cosmetics anytime, downside on the eclipse is that their HU aren't detachable but they are equipped by ESN.

[REN69]

Well.. I went to look at the Eclipse today.. sounds good but other than the Faceplate angle and DSP settings, your only options are bass, treble, etc.

Someone said Alpine.. so now I'm adding 2 other choices to my list
Alpine CDA9831 ($329) and CDA9851($349) from 2001Audio/Video, a little more money but they're 4V preouts and a lot better than the Kenwood or Eclipse for the money, the 51 has a remote.

[REN69]

BTW does anyone know where to get Kenwood Xcelon in the Scarboro area???

KDCX789/ 889