What are you opinions on DUAL?

[TheFirstNutZo]

I really like Pioneer. I have owned several Pioneers, and a Sony. Never had a problem with either, though I disliked the sound quality of the Sony. It had a gorgeous interface though. A friend of mine had the same unit and his lasted about 5 years before the screen started flaking out. Never had a problem with CD eating. My first Pioneer lasted about that long. I've only had my current one 2-3 years so far but its done great thus far, no signs of wear/premature failure yet.

A good Kenwood, Pioneer, Alpine, Jensen, JVC, or Panasonic should be just fine. (by good I mean not the cheapest product that they offer, something up from that). I also suggest that you do not purchase audio equipment from Wal-Mart. Even though they may have the same model number and brand on them, I have heard so many horror stories about Wal-Mart HUs that I just don't hear about similar/same units from car audio retailers.

[mncb7]

I really like Pioneer. I have owned several Pioneers, and a Sony. Never had a problem with either, though I disliked the sound quality of the Sony. It had a gorgeous interface though. A friend of mine had the same unit and his lasted about 5 years before the screen started flaking out. Never had a problem with CD eating. My first Pioneer lasted about that long. I've only had my current one 2-3 years so far but its done great thus far, no signs of wear/premature failure yet.

A good Kenwood, Pioneer, Alpine, Jensen, JVC, or Panasonic should be just fine. (by good I mean not the cheapest product that they offer, something up from that). I also suggest that you do not purchase audio equipment from Wal-Mart. Even though they may have the same model number and brand on them, I have heard so many horror stories about Wal-Mart HUs that I just don't hear about similar/same units from car audio retailers.

I see. Thanks for the heads up bro.

[jmolina]

What kind of problems do you have with the sony Xplod?

i meant to say no problems i was just typing too fast.

sony xplods are great, i got the the AMP too

[Pazzword JDM]

DUAL decks suck. As do most of their products. I have 2 DUAL 12" Subs in the cb and dont get me wrong they sound awesome with my Rockford Fostgate amp, but I'm not really an audio guy.

[mak]

Stick to Pioneer head units and you won't go wrong.

I've run Pioneer exlusively in my daily driver for about 5 years (11 different models) and Pioneer has never let me down, from the entry level DEH-11 to the AVIC-Z3.

Alpine made some very nice head units 3-4 years back, but anything recent has been stripped of the EQ and any real built-in sound curving options, so I'd steer away from them unless you 1.) Plan to purchase the IMPRINT setup ($300+ on top of the head unit) or 2.) Only need a cheap head unit with Bass and Treblem leveling.

Kenwood makes decent, affordable head units. I would still choose Pioneer over Kenwood, but for your needs (judging on your first post) Kenwood would also be a fine choice if you could find a good deal.

-mak

[robert@bisimoto]

Go with an Alpine or Kenwood head unit. Dual is not a reliable brand.

[jimmybean21]

im not a big fan of dual personally. i prefer alpine or pioneer. there are some decent kenwoods. good luck you should try and find someone with it so you can see and hear it. that way you can really see what you getting. cause pressing the buttons in the store won't really give what you looking for.

[childrey91]

poineer, poineer, poineer, poineer........

[mncb7]

i meant to say no problems i was just typing too fast.

sony xplods are great, i got the the AMP too

Ah, I see. People tend to make mistakes. My brother has the amp. Its a really nice amp.

[mncb7]

Stick to Pioneer head units and you won't go wrong.

I've run Pioneer exlusively in my daily driver for about 5 years (11 different models) and Pioneer has never let me down, from the entry level DEH-11 to the AVIC-Z3.

Alpine made some very nice head units 3-4 years back, but anything recent has been stripped of the EQ and any real built-in sound curving options, so I'd steer away from them unless you 1.) Plan to purchase the IMPRINT setup ($300+ on top of the head unit) or 2.) Only need a cheap head unit with Bass and Treblem leveling.

Kenwood makes decent, affordable head units. I would still choose Pioneer over Kenwood, but for your needs (judging on your first post) Kenwood would also be a fine choice if you could find a good deal.

-mak

Pioneers are great.
I used to have the one where it has the animated dolphins swimming.
It was a great deck until someone stole it. Didn't have the detachable face.

[mncb7]

Go with an Alpine or Kenwood head unit. Dual is not a reliable brand.

Looks like dual won't be on my list anymore then.

im not a big fan of dual personally. i prefer alpine or pioneer. there are some decent kenwoods. good luck you should try and find someone with it so you can see and hear it. that way you can really see what you getting. cause pressing the buttons in the store won't really give what you looking for.

I might go with alpine or pioneer. Debating between them.

poineer, poineer, poineer, poineer........

If you say so. Debating between pioneer and alpine.

[TheFirstNutZo]

Debating between pioneer and alpine.

Go to an audio retailer and look at models from both of them. Whichever you prefer the look and feel of, get that one. You're choosing between two great brands.

[AstroVannin]

Used Alpine or older Clarion

[91kid]

Kenwood

I am a strong lover of kenwood.. the amp/head unit/ subs my dad bought from them 10+ years ago are in my s10 pickup and still work flawlessly. i have other newer kenwoods as well and still amazing quality in the workmanship and general quality of the product..

www.onlinecarstereo.com
this is where i go for all my audio stuff... far cheaper then the local car toys.
go to a stereo shop see what you like and then look at that site because it will probably be cheaper..

[90f23a1accord]

honestly dual it isnt worth the trouble yea it looks good until it stops working and you have to do all the work getting it back out for the price you can go to a pawn shop and get a decent used one