Pioneer DEH-6950IB

Pioneer DEH-6950IB CD/Mp3Player with iPod comaptible

I've been using this unit Pioneer DEH-6950IB for 1 year+. I was using a normal Pioneer CD player before(forgot about the model), and there are some advantages with this unit.

First thing I would comment is it provides me with 7-band graphic analyzer, which as far as possible trying to help to tune the music to suit the listener. My previous unit only provide me with low, mid and high. It comes with 5 preset EQ ("SUPER BASS", "POWERFUL", "NATURAL", "VOCAL", "CUSTOM", and "FLAT"), and 2 custom EQ.

Even better, it comes with low and high pass filter which helps to further enhance the component speakers. It helps by cutting down the lower frequency (mainly its the bass) from coming out from the front component,which may distort the quality of the sound.

Furthermore, the deep blue OEL (Organic Electroluminescent) display features incredible brightness, clear readability, wide-angle viewing and full-motion 3D graphics. Because OEL creates its own electroluminescent light, its brightness is resistant to washing out in sunlight.

Adjustable Loudness: You can select "Low", "Mid" or "High" for different levels of loudness compensation.

Rear Channel Output: You can choose to use the rear channel speaker output for full-range speakers or subwoofers. If you select "subwoofer", you can connect a 4-ohm subwoofer directly to each rear speaker lead without using an external amplifier.

Below is the summary of the specifications:
-7-Band Graphic Equalizer
-CD/WMA/AAC playback capability
-MOSFET 50W x 4
-Hi Voltage Pre amp output
-Detachable security face plate
-IP-Bus control
-Rear AUX-IN
-EEQ,Supertuner III D
-Direct Head unit subwoofer control capability (Subwoofer volume, cutoff frequency, normal/reverse mode)
-In built crossover for high pass/low pass
-3 sets pre amp output for Front/Rear/Sub

I bought this player for USD180++. However, this player does not provide time alignment functions which allows you to adjust the time precisely when the music reach the listener(basically it is the driver seat). For the price of it this is a very good unit, and if you need a 13-band graphic analyzer, maybe you can consider unit like Pioneer DEHP-960MP,or some Alpine CD player.

Overall, I would rate this player a score of 7/10, a pretty good car audio player/system. Comments are welcome.

Pioneer DEH-P980BT

Pioneer DEH-P980BT In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/WAV/iTunes AAC Receiver

Premier™ In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/WAV/iTunes AAC Receiver with Bluetooth Wireless Technology is so far the highest series of all the Pioneer CD players. It has ms.any functions which only this has and not the other pioneer player.

Built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology for "Hands-Free" Calling
24-bit Burr-Brown
Customizable Full-Color OEL Display - 256 x 64 Dot Matrix
Multi-Language Display
iTunes® AAC Playback Compatibility
MP3(ID3 TAG) and WMA Playback
Auto-Flap Motorized Face
16 Band - Auto EQ
Auto Time Alignment
Hi-Volt (5V 100 ohm) Pre-Outs
Satellite Radio Ready - XM Radio and Sirius Satellite Radio (In US, not sure whether it is available worldwide)
Background animation/slideshow
iPod Adapter Ready with New Full Control
3-Way Crossover 3 RCA Preouts
Premier® Two-Year Warranty
Price - USD500+

Remote

This is one of the products that you should consider when choosing high-end Pioneer CD receiver. Suggested retail price is $500, however, investing in a very good player which can at least last you for 2 years (Premier warranty) is a very wise choice. Personally i like the customizable full colour OEL display, which really can "colour" your ride.

PEGASUS PG65 6.5" 2way Component Speakers

PEGASUS PG65 6.5" 2way Component Speakers

Pegasus PG65 6.5 Component Speakers

I have this component speakers as my front component, wired to Audiobahn A6004V 4 channel amplifier. Initially I used Audiobahn 6.5 ABC6002V component speaker set, and the voice coil spoil after 1 year usage, and I changed to this new pair of toy.

This speakers delivers very clean and strong mid, which is superb for SQ (sound quality) listeners. I have no complaint with this speakers so far, bought it for USD150, or RM500.With the price and the sound quality, I would say it is definitely worth a try.

Specifications as below:
Model : PG65 (Winning Award Speaker Component)
Type : 6.5" Injection Cone 2-way Component System
• 6.5" Woofer : 6.5" Surround, Super Thin Injection PP Cone, 1"Kapton Voice Coil
• 1" Tweeter : Soft Sound Silk Dome material, 25mm Kapton Voice Coil, Neodymium Magnet
• Power Rating : 100Watt (50Watt RMS)
• Frequency Response : 50 - 20K Hz
• Sensitivity : 90 dB (1W/1M)
• Impedance : 4 Ohm
• Crossover Point : 3.8K Hz at 12dB/Octave, with 0 and -3dB selectable attenuation circuit
• Designed and Produced by Audiopega, Inc.,Torrance,California, USA


However, if you have a bigger budget, I suggest try PEGASUS PG162P 6.5" Component Speaker (As depicted below). It produces even deeper and stronger MID BASS,and the tweeter is super crystal clear.

Pegasus PG162P Component Speakers

Specifications as below:
Model : PG162P (Finest quality,High-Definition Speaker Component)
Type : 6.5" 2-way Die-cast aluminium Component System
- 6.5" Woofer : Rubber surround ,Carbon fiber cone,Silver Chrome bullet cap, 30mm CCAW Kapton Voice Coil
- 1" Tweeter : Titanium Dome material, 25mm Kapton Voice Coil, Neodymium Magnet
- Power Rating : 140Watt (70Watt RMS)
- Frequency Response : 40 - 20K Hz
- Sensitivity : 90 dB (1W/1M)
- Impedance : 4 Ohm
- Crossover Point : 5KHz at 12dB/Octave, with 0 and -3dB selectable attenuation circuit
- Magnet weight: 17Oz
- Designed and Produced by Audiopega, Inc.,Torrance,California, USA


Overall, I will give Pegasus PG65 6.5 Component Speakers a rating of 7/10. However, the real quality is really subjective, depending on the listener's preferences, cars, songs, and etc.