Coolest Ipod compatible head unit ever?

[SiBradbury]

Just saw this and I have to own one. Now.

IDA-X001 - Alpine - Europe - Car Audio and Navigation Systems



Ps it doesn't play CD's

[:: Jon ::]

its dirt cheap too

just add a changer

Car Audio Direct - The UK's leading car audio and stereo resource. Alpine iDA-X001 Digital Media Receiver - Alpine ALP-IDAX001

[superdupercooper]

Looks great, but you'll have to remember to keep taking it out the car as it looks trick it also looks nickable.

I went for a boring looking Becker unit but the sound is fab.

James

[Rakey]

Mine displays album art work etc just like that except on a full size screen and with no compromise over not being able to play CD's or DVD's

So that isn't the coolest, speak to Mikey before buying a cheap thing like this, he is the man that can advise you of what the best is you can get for your money

[SteveM3]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original)

Mine displays album art work etc just like that except on a full size screen and with no compromise over not being able to play CD's or DVD's

So that isn't the coolest, speak to Mikey before buying a cheap thing like this, he is the man that can advise you of what the best is you can get for your money

The IDA-X001 is the only unit to use a digital connection to a fifth generation iPod as far as I
know. The analogue connections are £$%& so I haven't used my iPod in the Mini for ages
and instead have been using mp3 on CDs. I'm hoping someone will install the Alpine and
post a review of it .

[SiBradbury]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original)

Mine displays album art work etc just like that except on a full size screen and with no compromise over not being able to play CD's or DVD's

So that isn't the coolest, speak to Mikey before buying a cheap thing like this, he is the man that can advise you of what the best is you can get for your money

Our rep came in the other day and demo'd this unit in our audio stand and the clarity from the ipod source is excellent. Its not 'cheap' quality-wise, trust me!

[LMB]

Quote: Originally Posted by SiBradbury (original)

Our rep came in the other day and demo'd this unit in our audio stand and the clarity from the ipod source is excellent. Its not 'cheap' quality-wise, trust me!

It looks quality to me.

[OneDriver]

Anyone want to set up a group buy? I fancy one...

I work in audio and can supply all the wiring adapters and fascia plates at cost no problem but don't have a contract with the alpine UK people.

[Rakey]

A group buy has to be with a site sponsor

[Rakey]

Quote: Originally Posted by SteveM3 (original)

The IDA-X001 is the only unit to use a digital connection to a fifth generation iPod as far as I
know. The analogue connections are £$%& so I haven't used my iPod in the Mini for ages
and instead have been using mp3 on CDs. I'm hoping someone will install the Alpine and
post a review of it .

not from next week, Kenwood release theirs, mine is on order already

[bjerk]

Here's some picts of it installed. (taken from NAM Thread) looks pretty good. I'm thinking about getting one, too.

[Mister]

I like that! But, I do like having an in dash CD player. Having said that, I can't remember the last time I used the damn thing. I've had the Ice-Link Plus in my car for a couple of years so I suppose I'm an iPod addict now. Hmmm, maybe this would be nice to have....

[miniXL]

This is just typical!

I was searching for this type of set-up when I had my R53! And NOW they will release it and I'm onto my R56 now!!!

Oh well...

For those of you opting for this HU - Enjoy!

[jiffr]

Quote: Originally Posted by OneDriver (original)

Anyone want to set up a group buy? I fancy one...

I work in audio and can supply all the wiring adapters and fascia plates at cost no problem but don't have a contract with the alpine UK people.

Ordered unit (back log for a couple of weeks aparently). Also found which adapters I need.

if anyone is interested here is a link for the PDF Users Manual

http://www.restricted.alpine-electro...DA-X001_EN.pdf

[rkw]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rakey (original)

not from next week, Kenwood release theirs, mine is on order already

Which model is the Kenwood? Do you have a link to more information?