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THE "10" SILVERADO · 09-17-2011, 05:03 PM

Just as the title says, whats the best stereo for under $150?

Thanks

Blake_H · 09-18-2011, 12:33 AM

It's always a subjective thing, but I have had good luck putting 2 of

these in for friends of mine. They wanted a decent CD player and they wanted to be able to plug there ipod in and use the deck to control it. Take look, maybe it will work for you.

Andy4639 · 09-18-2011, 06:08 AM

This one cost less than $90.00 shipped!
CD,SD card, usb port and Aux input all with front and back RCA plugs + a mono sub RCA plug in.
I'm very pleased with it.

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_110HD53...R.html?tp=5684

76stepsidechevy · 09-18-2011, 05:52 PM

I assume your planning on cutting the dash or its already been done. I'd go to a local stereo shop (not best buy or wal mart ect) and have them show you what they have in your price range. You cant really go wrong with something name brand (alpine or pioneer are my favorite) 150 bucks should get you a decent entry level radio.

THE "10" SILVERADO · 09-18-2011, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 76stepsidechevy

I assume your planning on cutting the dash or its already been done. I'd go to a local stereo shop (not best buy or wal mart ect) and have them show you what they have in your price range. You cant really go wrong with something name brand (alpine or pioneer are my favorite) 150 bucks should get you a decent entry level radio.

Actually I purchased an LMC overhead "highliner" that has a spot for the stereo. My dash isn't cut and I plan on putting in an original stereo just for the look.

*stich626* · 09-19-2011, 02:18 AM

http://www.crutchfield.com/s_113KDCX...5.html?tp=5684 139.00
good 4 volt amp outputs.. but no hd radio

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_113HD54...U.html?tp=5684 144.00
with hd radio but 2 volt amp outputs

juiceman650 · 09-19-2011, 03:06 AM

I'm running last years Pioneer DEH-P4100UB and I love it. I got it on-sale and added the 2 year warranty from Fry's for a total of $153 something. I love it cuz it has ipod hook up, auxiliary port, cd player, 3 volt peer outs, hd radio compatible, and Bluetooth compatible.
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cdowns · 09-19-2011, 11:12 AM

on craigslist there are always lots of original factory takeouts from people upgrading the systems in thier vehicles. good high quality factory original stuff going anywhere from $30-$100

tommyd241 · 09-19-2011, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stich626

http://www.crutchfield.com/s_113KDCX...5.html?tp=5684 139.00
good 4 volt amp outputs.. but no hd radio

I like this one too. I also like the Alpine CDA-105.

Hoods69BadBowTie · 09-25-2011, 12:17 AM

I like the kenwood decks a lot as well as Pioneer and Alpine. I buy most of my car stereo stuff off of amazon and have had pretty good luck so far.

ProStreet68SB · 09-25-2011, 10:15 PM

Pioneer, Kenwood or Alpine is all I would ever put in my ride for less than $150.

OJ1988 · 10-01-2011, 09:28 AM

Ton of options, call crutchfield, tell them what you want/need.

**truckdude239** · 10-01-2011, 12:39 PM

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+5...&skuId=1984032
i bought this to go in my honda more then impressed with the sound and i love the blue tooth for my phone or ipod, for wireless music and calls

OJ1988 · 10-01-2011, 02:29 PM

This is what is going in my truck, but it has been discontinued, they will show you a similer model.

http://www.crutchfield.com/s_105KDA8...5.html?tp=5684

My main reason for choosing this one.

Past experince with JVC
5 volt preamp outs
3 band eq
And the color adjustment. I really wanted to have a stereo that was not bright red or blue. I wanted to get something that I could match the dash colors.

The USB and iphone connection seemed cool too.

jimmydean · 10-03-2011, 05:54 PM

If I can root it, this for $200.

Otherwise I will use another 7" tablet. Already have the console made for it, just need the actual form factor to mount it up. I will be using a headphone to RCA cable into my crossover (has built in line level amp to boost signal) then to my amps.

Yes, it's more than $150. But it will do audio, video, navigation, and wifi plus it will be tethered to my phone. It will eventually do my starter (push button) door locks, and my air ride adjustments if I ever get off my butt and develop an app for that.

Sick5 · 12-31-2011, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmydean

If I can root it, this for $200.

Otherwise I will use another 7" tablet. Already have the console made for it, just need the actual form factor to mount it up. I will be using a headphone to RCA cable into my crossover (has built in line level amp to boost signal) then to my amps.

Yes, it's more than $150. But it will do audio, video, navigation, and wifi plus it will be tethered to my phone. It will eventually do my starter (push button) door locks, and my air ride adjustments if I ever get off my butt and develop an app for that.

has anyone done that yet ?

motornut · 01-13-2012, 08:49 AM

i bought a DEH-5300
got a sale price under 100.
maybe another 100 in speakers

vegas80step · 01-14-2012, 03:07 AM

like everyone said a bunch of options... one thought though..
I just got a deck with a front usb for my ipod.. I picked it because the deck controlled the ipod and it charged it.

I wish I would have got a deck with 2 usb, one in back. I would like to run a usb to my glove box, plug the ipod in there and leave it out of sight..

much cleaner than an ipod hanging out of you deck.. just my two cents..

Step'67 · 06-26-2012, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmydean

If I can root it, this for $200.

Otherwise I will use another 7" tablet. Already have the console made for it, just need the actual form factor to mount it up. I will be using a headphone to RCA cable into my crossover (has built in line level amp to boost signal) then to my amps.

Yes, it's more than $150. But it will do audio, video, navigation, and wifi plus it will be tethered to my phone. It will eventually do my starter (push button) door locks, and my air ride adjustments if I ever get off my butt and develop an app for that.

I thought about doing that too. Bluetooth interface an Android tablet with an Arduino microcontroller, controlling audio, door locks, windows, lighting, starter, possibly even get a solenoid to control the transmission. Probably won't find the time, but might tinker around with it.

jimmydean · 06-27-2012, 03:12 PM

Right now I am holding out for the Nexus 7. If it's a quad core like they claim, then I know I will have enough HP to run everything. My design and proof of concept work, it's just a matter of getting the rest of the truck to the same stage.

tubbedII · 06-27-2012, 03:32 PM

Since this got bumped, I'll put this deck out there:

Pioneer DEH-P8400BH

I'ts actually a little over $150 at $169, but I just installed one yesterday in my friends 4runner and was really impressed with how clean it was. The BlueTooth got me the most as it was the clearest BT over radio I've ever heard with no echo or issues at all.

Step'67 · 06-27-2012, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmydean

Right now I am holding out for the Nexus 7. If it's a quad core like they claim, then I know I will have enough HP to run everything. My design and proof of concept work, it's just a matter of getting the rest of the truck to the same stage.

Well they just unveiled it, and it is indeed packing the Tegra 3, Jelly Bean and Quad Core goodness.

jimmydean · 06-27-2012, 04:14 PM

Not quite under $150, but can do a lot more than pump tunes.

<edit> Now if I could only get work to upgrade to 4.1 for development, I would be in business. Why we are stuck on Gingerbread is beyond me.

king-918 · 06-27-2012, 10:48 PM

pioneer hands down for sound

Amazon.com: Pioneer DEH-P8300UB CD Receiver with...
look fast

laplander · 06-28-2012, 12:22 AM

I must be old cause I didn't understand a word that was just said. Back in my day, if you had a Pioneer Super Tuner III, you were the MAN.

09-17-2011, 05:03 PM	#1
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09-18-2011, 12:33 AM	#2
Blake_H Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Redmond, OR Posts: 217	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? It's always a subjective thing, but I have had good luck putting 2 of these in for friends of mine. They wanted a decent CD player and they wanted to be able to plug there ipod in and use the deck to control it. Take look, maybe it will work for you.

09-18-2011, 06:08 AM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? This one cost less than $90.00 shipped! CD,SD card, usb port and Aux input all with front and back RCA plugs + a mono sub RCA plug in. I'm very pleased with it. http://www.crutchfield.com/p_110HD53...R.html?tp=5684 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-18-2011, 05:52 PM	#4
76stepsidechevy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Windsor Locks Posts: 628	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? I assume your planning on cutting the dash or its already been done. I'd go to a local stereo shop (not best buy or wal mart ect) and have them show you what they have in your price range. You cant really go wrong with something name brand (alpine or pioneer are my favorite) 150 bucks should get you a decent entry level radio.

09-19-2011, 02:18 AM	#6
stich626 Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: hingham ma Posts: 1,721	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? http://www.crutchfield.com/s_113KDCX...5.html?tp=5684 139.00 good 4 volt amp outputs.. but no hd radio http://www.crutchfield.com/p_113HD54...U.html?tp=5684 144.00 with hd radio but 2 volt amp outputs

09-19-2011, 03:06 AM	#7
juiceman650 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Bruno, CA. Posts: 348	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? I'm running last years Pioneer DEH-P4100UB and I love it. I got it on-sale and added the 2 year warranty from Fry's for a total of $153 something. I love it cuz it has ipod hook up, auxiliary port, cd player, 3 volt peer outs, hd radio compatible, and Bluetooth compatible. Posted via Mobile Device

09-19-2011, 11:12 AM	#8
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? on craigslist there are always lots of original factory takeouts from people upgrading the systems in thier vehicles. good high quality factory original stuff going anywhere from $30-$100 __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-25-2011, 12:17 AM	#10
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? I like the kenwood decks a lot as well as Pioneer and Alpine. I buy most of my car stereo stuff off of amazon and have had pretty good luck so far. __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

09-25-2011, 10:15 PM	#11
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10-01-2011, 09:28 AM	#12
OJ1988 Just a car guy Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Washington, IN Posts: 991	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? Ton of options, call crutchfield, tell them what you want/need. __________________ 1955 belair Blown Pro Street cruiser 1971 Camaro Pro Touring 1973 Vega Drag Car 1970 C20 tow rig

10-01-2011, 12:39 PM	#13
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,219	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+5...&skuId=1984032 i bought this to go in my honda more then impressed with the sound and i love the blue tooth for my phone or ipod, for wireless music and calls __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

10-01-2011, 02:29 PM	#14
OJ1988 Just a car guy Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Washington, IN Posts: 991	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? This is what is going in my truck, but it has been discontinued, they will show you a similer model. http://www.crutchfield.com/s_105KDA8...5.html?tp=5684 My main reason for choosing this one. Past experince with JVC 5 volt preamp outs 3 band eq And the color adjustment. I really wanted to have a stereo that was not bright red or blue. I wanted to get something that I could match the dash colors. The USB and iphone connection seemed cool too. __________________ 1955 belair Blown Pro Street cruiser 1971 Camaro Pro Touring 1973 Vega Drag Car 1970 C20 tow rig

10-03-2011, 05:54 PM	#15
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? If I can root it, this for $200. Otherwise I will use another 7" tablet. Already have the console made for it, just need the actual form factor to mount it up. I will be using a headphone to RCA cable into my crossover (has built in line level amp to boost signal) then to my amps. Yes, it's more than $150. But it will do audio, video, navigation, and wifi plus it will be tethered to my phone. It will eventually do my starter (push button) door locks, and my air ride adjustments if I ever get off my butt and develop an app for that. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

01-13-2012, 08:49 AM	#17
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01-14-2012, 03:07 AM	#18
vegas80step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 329	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? like everyone said a bunch of options... one thought though.. I just got a deck with a front usb for my ipod.. I picked it because the deck controlled the ipod and it charged it. I wish I would have got a deck with 2 usb, one in back. I would like to run a usb to my glove box, plug the ipod in there and leave it out of sight.. much cleaner than an ipod hanging out of you deck.. just my two cents.. __________________ I drive a lowered Chevy, a lifted Ford and I have a 62 VW bug stripped down in the garage. Which "Piss on" sticker do I buy?



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06-27-2012, 03:12 PM	#20
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? Right now I am holding out for the Nexus 7. If it's a quad core like they claim, then I know I will have enough HP to run everything. My design and proof of concept work, it's just a matter of getting the rest of the truck to the same stage. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

06-27-2012, 03:32 PM	#21
tubbedII needs more $$$ Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 1,936	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? Since this got bumped, I'll put this deck out there: Pioneer DEH-P8400BH I'ts actually a little over $150 at $169, but I just installed one yesterday in my friends 4runner and was really impressed with how clean it was. The BlueTooth got me the most as it was the clearest BT over radio I've ever heard with no echo or issues at all. __________________ 1970 2wd Blazer

06-27-2012, 04:14 PM	#23
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? Not quite under $150, but can do a lot more than pump tunes. <edit> Now if I could only get work to upgrade to 4.1 for development, I would be in business. Why we are stuck on Gingerbread is beyond me. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

06-27-2012, 10:48 PM	#24
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06-28-2012, 12:22 AM	#25
laplander Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: NM Posts: 705	Re: Best Stereo Under $150? I must be old cause I didn't understand a word that was just said. Back in my day, if you had a Pioneer Super Tuner III, you were the MAN.

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