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Compare most popular In-Dash-Car-Stereos to Sony CDX-GT420IP

Product Name Sony CDX-GT420IP

Sony CDX-GT420IP

Sony CDX-GT610UI

Sony CDX-GT610UI

Alpine iDA-X001

Alpine iDA-X001

JVC KD-PDR30 CD Receiver

JVC KD-PDR30 CD Receiver

Sony XPLOD CDX-GT920U (in-dash car stereo)

Sony XPLOD CDX-GT920U (in-dash car stereo)

Release Date 01/07/2007
Price Range Check latest prices » $104 Check latest prices » $115 Check latest prices » $136-$169
Review Summary Sony's CDX-GT420IP is an affordable means of taking your iPod library on the road. While its basic user interface lacks the search functionality of some other systems, this is a competitively priced and decent sounding entry-level stereo for the digital-audio age. The Sony CDX-GT610UI car stereo is a cost-effective and user-friendly option for digital audiophiles. Its USB and iPod compatibility set it apart from much of the single-DIN stereo competition. The made-for-iPod Alpine iDA-X001 is a useful interface for bringing a digital-music library on the road. We like its stylish design and breadth of functions, although its user interface falls behind that of the iPod itself. The JVC KD-PDR30 looks and sounds good, and its standard iPod connectivity will endear it to those looking to take their iTunes on the road. However, its lack of a decent search mechanism for navigating large iPod lists means that it fails one of its primary usability functions. The Sony Xplod CDX-GT920U offers many options for connecting to your digital music library and supports the most commonly used formats, unless your music library is on your iPod.
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Basic Specs

Product Type Radio / CD / MP3 player Radio / CD / MP3 player / digital player Radio / digital player Radio / CD / MP3 player Radio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player
Series Xplod Xplod Xplod
Recommended Use Car Car Car Car Car
Form Factor Full-DIN - In-dash unit Full-DIN - In-dash unit In-dash unit Full-DIN - In-dash unit Full-DIN - In-dash unit
Width 7 in 7 in
Depth 7 in 7.1 in
Height 2 in 2 in
Weight 2.9 lbs 2.9 lbs
Enclosure Color Gun metal Dark titanium
Faceplate Type Detachable Detachable Detachable Detachable
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