Car audio options

Kevin B.

Kevin B.

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So it's time to put some tunes in the truck. I mostly just want an input to the speakers - I don't need CD or a radio tuner or any bells and whistles, a simple mini-stereo jack (or even bluetooth!) and a volume knob would suit me just fine.

I thought such a beasty was already on the market, but my google-fu has failed me. Does what I want exist? If not, how can I make this happen?
 
You can get some decent brand cheap cd players like kenwood, or jvc for under 70 bucks with a ipod jack
 
I know Alpine makes some, I think they call them media players. They have BT integration with phones so you can play your Pandora, local library, etc through them and I believe some of them have usb so you can even play right off a usb stick.
 
JL Rockies said:
If you'd help me move, you'd be all kinds of hooked up.
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I know. Hurry and move back cuz I need some speakers wired in too.

To be clear, I have a cheapo stereo deck I can throw in. I'm hoping for something smaller that I can hide behind the dash or somewhere. I'll check out those alpine media players. I'm also thinking maybe a Raspberry Pi with a 3.5 input and RCA out to an amp? How well would that work do you think?
 
I thought 12v solutions had something like a "rock box" or something like that. It was an amp with RCA inputs. It was nice and compact. I can't remember the name of it right now.
 
I did have something really simple when 12Volt Solutions was open. I can still get you all the components if you would like. It consisted of a mini 2 channel amp, volume control knob and either a 3.5mm jack to RCA or a ipod to RCA it charges and plays.

or another option is this
http://www.kicker.com/pxi502
 
I like that Kicker, that's a nice clean solution. I don't often regret not being an Apple guy, but that'd be perfect.

I like that inline volume control, too, I bet that's better than a random POT and my crappy soldering skills :D. Keep the ideas coming, these are great!
 
CubanB aka joe made a cool set up for his YJ with an amp an ammo box and and some other stuff. I want one like it.
 
Panos said:
could be a cool option. Sealed waterproof controller and bluetooth streaming

http://www.12voltnews.com/2012/08/09/exciting-new-products-from-memphis-car-audio/
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"The other new well received offering is a 2×25 watt amplifier with Bluetooth streaming accessory – the 16-SA225BTS. Allen said “Essentially Bluetooth streaming of content from any smartphone or other compatible device will be a reality. The Memphis Car Audio accessory controller will allow volume up/down, track up/down and play/pause."


  • 25Wx2 @ 2 Ohms Integrated Circuit Output
  • 3.5 mm input jack
  • Accepts Bluetooth streaming from any smartphone or other compatible device
  • Controls Volume Up/Down, Track Up/Down, Pause/Play
  • Blue backlit buttons
  • Sealed waterproof controller
  • Handlebar and flush mount included
  • Bluetooth usable range > 20 feet
  • Dimensions: 3.25” x 1.5” x .5”(Bluetooth Accessory) 4.25” x 3” x 1.5” (Amp)
  • Available October 2012
  • Amplifier alone: 16-SA225
  • Bluetooth Streaming Accessory alone: 16-SABTS
  • Combination package: 16-SA225BTS

I like it! Wonder if it will come in under $200.
 
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