stereo replacement suggestions 06 MC X2

(jdhart73) · (jdhart73) **Join Date: Mar 2010** 03-10-2010, 4:56 PM

Hi guys, have lurked here for a while and thought I would ask some opinions.

I have a 2006 X2 with the standard Clarion CMDA4 (I think?) and I want to replace it. I wanted to know if anyone had any suggestions for a good replacement that can still have the amp plugged in, has an IPOD hookup etc.

Thanks in advance!!
Jake

(brian_b) · (brian_b) **Join Date: Dec 2009** 03-10-2010, 5:00 PM

I'm no expert, but it's my understanding that Clarion is real good. Why do you want to replace it?
What about a newer model Clarion?
That being said, I just put in a whole new system and put in an Alpine Deck, this one

http://alpine-usa.com/product/view/ida-x100m

I heard that alpine was awesome and the x100 is super ipod compatible. I don't even have my boat back from installation to review it, but I'm guessing "sickness!" lol

(dohboy) · (dohboy) **Join Date: Aug 2007** 03-10-2010, 6:09 PM

Why spend the money on a deck when you can get an Ipod adapter that lets you use the thumbwheel. Spend your money on a better stereo accessory

(jdhart73) · (jdhart73) **Join Date: Mar 2010** 03-10-2010, 7:24 PM

I have the ipod cable already...the stereo is F'd up and not recognizing the cable. The stereo is super basic, just looking for suggestions on a new head unit.

Thanks all,
Jake

(infantryman2oo2)

If you have clarion remotes by the drivers seat or back of the boat and you change the head unit your remotes will no longer work. so you'll have to change out those as well and those run about $150 each check ebay though you can get them much cheaper. however also be careful on size alot of them won't mount up and will need some custom work to make them fit

(camassanger) · (camassanger) **Join Date: Oct 2009** 03-11-2010, 6:03 AM

I just installed the Sony cdx-M60ui. I love it! You can access the iPod from the deck and there is also a mode allowing you to run the music from the iPod.

(jdhart73) · (jdhart73) **Join Date: Mar 2010** 03-11-2010, 12:43 PM

William, good lookin out on the remote controls...I did not even think of that!

I think I will just grab up another one of these units and replace my malfunctioning one.

Jake

(acurtis_ttu) · (acurtis_ttu) **Join Date: May 2004** 03-11-2010, 1:00 PM

IMO, Alpine makes the best HU's. I had the stock kenwood unit in my supra and by swaping over to the Alpine, everything sounded much better even after removing two eq's. Part is due to the higer RCA output voltage of the unit vs the measly output on most marine units.

(infantryman2oo2)

Jake,

Not a problem bro. Just make sure you get the remotes that match up to your new deck. it will say right on the box of the remote what deck's by that brand that they work for so if your going to stay with clarion deck's just make sure that you get the model number of your remote(s) and google that model number for the spec sheet of what deck's they work with . That's the issue i had and am now fixing it so sometime you have to learn the hard way so just make sure you get all the stuff right away.

Good Luck

(rgardjr) · (rgardjr) **Join Date: Jan 2010** 03-11-2010, 2:23 PM

I would have already upgraded to a different head unit if I didn't have three of the wired remotes and one wireless remote. I was looking at the CMD5 a few months back looks like they've burned through a lot of the refurbed inventory since then.

Both of these are refurbs ...

CMD4A
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=280403835672

CMD5
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=380175934747

(mnwakerider) · (mnwakerider) **Join Date: Jun 2004** 03-11-2010, 3:05 PM

I just got the new CMD6. I got it because you dont need to have an iPod adapter. It has a usb plug built into it. For me it was worth it. Now I dont have to mess with anything else. I am just going to put an old iPod into the glove box (where the unit is mounted).

I got it for 199.99 as a factory refurb. They still have 4 left
http://cgi.ebay.com/CLARION-MARINE-C...item563a521e84

Got it opened up today and it looks perfect. Shipping was quick and via ups.

(talltigeguy) · (talltigeguy) **Join Date: Sep 2003** 03-11-2010, 5:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnwakerider

I just got the new CMD6. I got it because you dont need to have an iPod adapter. It has a usb plug built into it. For me it was worth it. Now I dont have to mess with anything else. I am just going to put an old iPod into the glove box (where the unit is mounted).

I got it for 199.99 as a factory refurb. They still have 4 left
http://cgi.ebay.com/CLARION-MARINE-C...item563a521e84

Got it opened up today and it looks perfect. Shipping was quick and via ups.

Does the CMD6 work with older remotes? Anyone know?

It would be nice to have a unit that plays MP3 discs. I always seem to be coming back to the same 50 songs I always play...I guess I get no credit for creativity.

(chpthril) · (chpthril) **Join Date: Oct 2007** 03-11-2010, 5:55 PM

The OP's current remotes will not work with the CMD6, I dont think.

The Clarion CCA-Ipod will work with your current CMD4A, and works with most Ipods. The CMD4a has AUX RCA's which allow any MP3 with a headphone jack. Not as good a quality signal, but then again, you're not limited to one brand MP3. The current remote will work with the CMD5.

(jdhart73) · (jdhart73) **Join Date: Mar 2010** 03-11-2010, 9:47 PM

Ok, so to clarify....I can go with either the CMD4 or CMD5 and all of my remotes on the boat will work fine..plug and play right?

Thanks,
Jake