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RedIsBest
03-31-2015, 01:45 AM
I have stock everything in my 06 s hatchback. I need some help picking out the right radio/speakers for my new setup. I always listen to music so quality is really important.

I am looking for good sound NOT how loud I can get. I do not want a really loud system. I will get pulled over, guaranteed. :chuckle

My wish list is for my new radio is....

BT good music/call quality
EQ
USB and AUX in
Iphone compatible.
Steering wheel control compatible.
FM/AM (yeah i still tune in. 89.5 in T. and 93.3 in the hammer. also cbc)
CD player
easy to use
ideally a good walk-through to install it myself so i can save some $$$
good looking dash kit

bonuses:
dvd player, rear-view camera, remote, snack dispenser.
ambient temperature?

The only thing I like with the current HUD is the ambient temperature. The fuel consumption and all that info is usually wrong.
What I dont care about in the new system is the GPS. They usually suck and the one on my phone is fine.
This guy (https://youtu.be/uH3vWjSrVlg) is putting another screen in that top part which I always wondered what it was for.
kinda neat.

Speakers wish list....

Great sound. that's about it.
I have the manual side mirrors so I am not sure if I can install new speakers there.

I also plan to upgrade the rear-view mirror to an auto dim + compass one. I might actually get that pro installed as I have heard some horror stories. (I have auto wipers too)

What would you recommend?
Where do I buy it? how much? (I have a US shipping address too)
cost is not really a big issue as I will splurge on sound and save if need be. If i can install it then I will go for the better option.

Thank you for your help.

RedIsBest
04-06-2015, 04:13 AM
no one has any recommendations? I have done some digging but I really thought people would has posted their own experience here.

MikeTheCheek
04-06-2015, 08:17 AM
Most aftermarket stereos if not all you find on crutchfield are going to be be better than factory. I'm an Alpine guy myself so I've thrown in a double din head unit with BT calling, music, CD player, radio, all that jazz. The person to speak to would be our sponsor Audio Heaven about all your audio related needs.

Austin3
04-06-2015, 11:43 AM
Installed the Eonon GA5163 the other week and it runs beautifully, 8 inch touch screen, includes everything you can think of and runs off the android operating system! worth the money.

Also run a JBL audio System

XTOTHEL
04-06-2015, 01:05 PM
Capacitive touch
Apple Car Play

http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca/POCEN/Car/NEX/AVIC-8000NEX

dietsprite
04-11-2015, 12:21 AM
Installed the Eonon GA5163 the other week and it runs beautifully, 8 inch touch screen, includes everything you can think of and runs off the android operating system! worth the money.

Also run a JBL audio System

Did you have to pay any customs duty tax on top of the unit cost ?

Reddie1337
04-11-2015, 09:55 AM
I have a Kenwood DDX719, http://www.crutchfield.com/S-mzLaMevUJCm/p_113DDX719/Kenwood-DDX719.html

It has basically everything you asked for (Not made anymore, but their newer model is basically the same thing) http://www.kenwood.com/ca/car/navigation_multimedia/ddx771/

I believe the ambient temperature can still be used by having the little screen mounted in the top, I did it on my 2007 and 2009. I am not 100% sure about the 2006 model though.

AMSG
04-16-2015, 09:51 AM
I have a Kenwood DDX719, http://www.crutchfield.com/S-mzLaMevUJCm/p_113DDX719/Kenwood-DDX719.html

It has basically everything you asked for (Not made anymore, but their newer model is basically the same thing) http://www.kenwood.com/ca/car/navigation_multimedia/ddx771/

I believe the ambient temperature can still be used by having the little screen mounted in the top, I did it on my 2007 and 2009. I am not 100% sure about the 2006 model though.

Do you think you can take a pic and post it ?
would like to see.
i have a 2007 now

Reddie1337
04-16-2015, 08:33 PM
Do you think you can take a pic and post it ?
would like to see.
i have a 2007 now

Of the top screen? Or just of the deck? I don't own my 2009 anymore, I have a 2012 now.

If you want a shot of the deck, I can do that later AMSG

Reddie1337
04-18-2015, 04:01 PM
AMSG I found this today

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j301/Ry133/Mazda%203/9aba2fc0.jpg

Captain Mazda
06-20-2015, 05:46 PM
Installed the Eonon GA5163 the other week and it runs beautifully, 8 inch touch screen, includes everything you can think of and runs off the android operating system! worth the money.

Also run a JBL audio System
Austin3, did you connect a backup camera to it as well?