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bstein
Posted 10/13/2012 10:22 PM (#590645)
Subject: New stereo for the boat




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Location: WI
Looking to update the 1997 car stereo that I have tucked up under my consel. What are most of you using for a stereo? I don't need any speakers just the head unit. With so many units out there want to get something nice right away but not looking to spend a lot on it (under $150 for sure). Must be AM/FM with at least an AUX jack in the front. Also what do you have or do for an antenna?

Thanks!
smallmouth/musky
Posted 10/13/2012 10:44 PM (#590647 - in reply to #590645)
Subject: Re: New stereo for the boat




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I haven't gotten one yet, but they sell a few that are really cheap. Sub $100 brand new. They aren't CD players but I don't own CD's anymore. They do have an Aux jack, and that's all I need....
sworrall
Posted 10/14/2012 12:13 AM (#590651 - in reply to #590645)
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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin
I use the short flexible rubber antennas on my rigs. Work great, buy at Auto Supply houses.
shaley
Posted 10/14/2012 8:09 AM (#590662 - in reply to #590651)
Subject: Re: New stereo for the boat





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Location: Iowa Great Lakes
I just have a $65 one from Cabelas, Pyle I think is the brand... No cd but accepts mmc/sd cards and input for my IPod...Like Steve just use a short rubber antenne but seldome listen to the radio...
bstein
Posted 10/14/2012 9:40 AM (#590679 - in reply to #590662)
Subject: Re: New stereo for the boat




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Location: WI
shaley - 10/14/2012 8:09 AM

I just have a $65 one from Cabelas, Pyle I think is the brand... No cd but accepts mmc/sd cards and input for my IPod...Like Steve just use a short rubber antenne but seldome listen to the radio...


Thats kinda what I was looking at also but didn't know if Pyle was a good one or not. I too have just a short rubber car antenna but can't get any stations. Mostly want it for Brewer and Packer games and will use the ipod or sd slot the rest of the time.
sworrall
Posted 10/14/2012 10:14 AM (#590687 - in reply to #590645)
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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Those antennas work well, something wrong there...
smallmouth/musky
Posted 10/14/2012 1:48 PM (#590717 - in reply to #590645)
Subject: Re: New stereo for the boat




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Look into ESPN radio or XM/Serius radio streamed live via the phone, and plugged into the aux input jack
Muskie Treats
Posted 10/18/2012 12:00 PM (#591728 - in reply to #590645)
Subject: Re: New stereo for the boat





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Location: On the X that marks the mucky spot
Clarion M502. It doesn't have a jack, but it's bluetooth ready and you can plug in and control your I-Device directly to the unit. If you go to ebay/amazon you can find one in the $150-$175 range. I put one in my cruiser this year and was pretty happy with it.
kjgmh
Posted 10/18/2012 3:45 PM (#591775 - in reply to #590645)
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Location: Hayward, WI
If having issues with reception look for an amplified antenna. I put a Metra 44-UA50 in my Dad's boat so he could get Brewer/Packer/Badger games and it worked great.
bstein
Posted 10/18/2012 5:33 PM (#591792 - in reply to #590645)
Subject: RE: New stereo for the boat




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Location: WI
Does anyone have a recommendation on brands good or bad . Sony,Kenwood,alpine,or whatever
Northwind Mark
Posted 10/18/2012 5:49 PM (#591796 - in reply to #591792)
Subject: RE: New stereo for the boat





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Location: Elgin, IL
I just replaced mine with a Sony AM/FM IPod unit that I really like. 4 speaker capabilty, but I'm using only 2 for now. The IPod actually hides away inside the head unit. It has it's own equalizer and amp built-in. Model DSX-MS60, $137.00 and free shipping.... Picked up 2 new Alpine speakers to go with it....it's all I need. Less than $200 for all of it. On Ebay.

Edited by Northwind Mark 10/19/2012 11:10 AM
muskyhunter47
Posted 10/18/2012 6:03 PM (#591799 - in reply to #590645)
Subject: Re: New stereo for the boat




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Location: Minnesota
i have a cheap one but it plays my ipod thats all i need
bstein
Posted 10/30/2012 3:29 PM (#594728 - in reply to #590645)
Subject: RE: New stereo for the boat




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Location: WI
Ended up getting a Clarion M502 from ebay. So far it's awesome great recption and love that its bluetooth ready and I can stream my music right from my phone and pandora.
Thanks for everyones input!!!
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