Best bang for the buck !
Guest from Gordonsville, VA on 2/25/2021
This is one of the best in dash units you'll ever find for the money ! Easy to use with the Alpine quality with all you will need for great sound.
Pros: Alpine quality Incredible price Clean and classy looks
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Nampa, ID on 2/24/2021
2003 Toyota Camry
Very good value for all the options and it's an Alpine.
Pros: Great device, great value, installation was easy and fun. It really lit up the sound in the car, the bonus being all the hands free options, (this is a high school student's vehicle).
Cons: Bluetooth is a little sensitive and will take a while to sync with a device causing playback delays..
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Happy and relieved.
Crutchfield customer from Portland, OR on 2/22/2021
1999 Dodge Dakota
It's great to have an Alpine, again. 4 volt preamp outputs make a huge difference from 2 volt. This unit has everything I need with ease of use.
Pros: 4 volt preouts! 4 channel + 2 sub sprouts. Good looking unit. Has a CD player! (Going the way of the 8 Track?) Aux input. (Still use a MP3 player.) Bluetooth. Sounds great.
Cons: Mine didn't come with a case or pouch for storing detachable face in. Guess I'll use an old Royal Crown bag.
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Crutchfield customer from Celeste, TX on 2/22/2021
1993 Jeep Wrangler
Alpine recievers are are great and very affordable.
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avoid this lemon
robert from ORLANDO, FL on 2/17/2021
um, this is the second cde-172bt I've gotten THAT DOESN'T WORK! neither a phone conversation, nor the ring will come over the speakers when a call is placed! otherwise it sounds fantastic.
Pros: sounds great
Cons: hands free phone features don't work
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Great unit, Great price with Crutchfield's historic worldclass service
Crutchfield customer from Salinas, CA on 2/15/2021
Great unit, easy to use, great sound and seamless installation even in an old Mercedes. Crutchfield always makes it easy with top notch - as always - world class service.
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Crutchfield customer from Penrose, NC on 2/15/2021
Great stereo. Works great, lots of features. Still finding new stuff on it every day. Would highly recommend. Crutchfield hooked me up with everything I needed for easy install.
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1994 Honda
Crutchfield customer from Dalton Gardens, ID on 2/14/2021
1994 Honda Del Sol
Great BLue Tooth stereo. Easy to install and operate. Buy the needed connectors for your vehicle to make a clean connection to power and speakers. This went into a 1994 Honda Del Sol.
Pros: Easy hook up and fit.
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Excellent!
Crutchfield customer from Signal Mountain, TN on 2/13/2021
2005 Toyota Avalon
I bought one of these for my Volvo XC70 and it is really a great head unit especially for the price. When my neighbors OEM unit went out in their Avalon, I recommended one of these and installed it for them. They are also very happy with it as well. Great sound, retains CD playback, USB inputs from my iphone and bluetooth pairing is flawless and easy. Very pleased. Super happy with the install items that come from Crutchfield as well. This makes install a breeze even on the Avalon which requires that you retain the OEM head unit in the trunk. This install initially appeared complicated with so many wires, but it was not. The wire connections are all explained on the Crutchfield website that they send when you purchase, so nothing is left unexplained.
Pros: Great sound quality and plenty of inputs for your smartphone. Easy to intuitively operate and integrate with your phone.
Cons: didn't find any
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Perfect small radio for classic car
Crutchfield customer from Huntingtown, MD on 2/12/2021
1947 Chevrolet Pickup
The radio is exactly what we needed and Crutchfield technical support was above and beyond my expectations.
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KA from Rome, GA on 2/11/2021
2011 Toyota Corolla
No qualms with Crutchfield, the order, shipment and delivery was as expected. The ReadyHarness service is worth the money! I would suggest that they stick a note inside the box about removing the protection collar that is found way over on page 43 of the owners manual. I installed the unit and thought that collar seemed strange but it fit and that is that. I'm not doing it over and I shame myself for not reading to the end of the manual. Get a trim removal tool from somewhere and take your time removing the hard, plastic parts. You won't find replacements at a parts store. The unit sounds good and replaces a factory unit that started having issues after 10 years and would have cost over 2 grand to replace. And now I have Bluetooth built in!
Pros: ReadyHarness Service
Cons: A "heads-up" about the protection collar would have yielded 5 stars.
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Crutchfield customer from Spring, TX on 2/10/2021
2011 Toyota Highlander
Much better sound than original equipment in my highlander.
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Crutchfield customer from San Diego, CA on 2/9/2021
1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
Great sounding deck with all the features I need. It was easy to install with the instructions and wiring harness provided by Crutchfield.
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Crutchfield customer from Iowa City, IA on 2/8/2021
1998 Ford Ranger
I love this head unit!!! 4-volt preouts, blue tooth, still has a CD player that sounds fantastic and it's very cheap price. I love Alpine
Pros: Alpine 4 volt preouts CD player Bluetooth Changeable lighting Sound quality
Cons: None
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Not great but ok
Crutchfield customer from Ruskin, FL on 1/30/2021
Loved the service I got for purchasing this product however Im not 100 impressed with it. Have issues with the clock display, the voice options the connection with blue tooth. In addition, the manual for troubleshooting is less than desirable. The positive is that it has a cd player and radio and is better than what I had before, which was nothing. Would not recommend to others.
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Crutchfield customer from Trout Run ,Pa on 1/27/2021
1993 Chevrolet C Series
Great unit,easy install,great service,thought my new unit was bad but thanks to the techs,we found my stock speakers were bad,replaced them and now this 73 year young can rock with the best of them.
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Awesome Head Unit
Robert from HOLLY HILL, FL on 1/25/2021
1991 Buick LeSabre
I got this so I could use hand free mobile phone usage. It worked as advertised. Sound quality was exceptional.
Pros: Ease of use.
Cons: Wired microphone.
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Fun n Easy
Crutchfield customer from Chula Vista, CA on 1/24/2021
Love shop n Crutchfield its like a toy store for adult s
Pros: Fast shipping and good customers service
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Crutchfield customer from Winston, OR on 1/24/2021
1983 Ford Econoline
For the price this stereo rocks! Sounds great, all functions work very well, and the color change options are perfect.
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Should have done this years ago!
Crutchfield customer from Pawleys Island, SC on 1/21/2021
2005 Ford Mustang
The ordering process was simple. All the parts I needed were listed to ensure a perfect fit. Had the harness pre-wired so it was literally plug and play. The blue tooth works great. It recognizes my phone every time and starts playing the music right where I left off. Love it!
Pros: Perfect fit on a 2005 Mustang, bluetooth easy installation.
Cons: Takes awhile to learn how to navigate through all the features.
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Crutchfield customer from Baltimore, MD on 1/20/2021
1990 Ford Festiva
Overall great unit! Decent sound, sound options, great immediate and responsive Bluetooth connectivity (using a Samsung Galaxy S8+). Overall quite pleased! The feel is not bad, decent menu layout, easy to navigate without studying the manual. Easy install, and quite a step up from my classic 1997 RadioShack "Optimus" branded CD head unit. Great versatility should I later want to add subs, other amps, etc. I also must say the Bluetooth pickup for hands-free calls works far better than others I've ever tried. The provided microphone itself is the same as others I've encountered, so I suspect there is better noise canceling and soft filtering processes active on this Alpine. A pleasant surprise! Of any the small things that could use improvement in a perfect world, honestly, I'm 99% sure that 99% of all head units are the same way, so I doubt any of that matters with regards to making a selection. Some of these small wishes include, an ability to skip input sources from rotation not currently connected (such as Aux in or Sirius input), and, HD FM tuner. Seems very few single-DIN models have HD anymore. On that note - good radio sensitivity. Also better than the 1997 RadioShack that it replaced. :)
Pros: Easy to use, all around quality performance, reliable Bluetooth pairing (with Samsung Galaxy S8 plus)!
Cons: No HD FM radio tuner. Though admittedly, this seems to be the case with almost all single-DIN models at this time.
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red-blu-green
Crutchfield customer from Perkasie, PA on 1/19/2021
the radio cuts out. this could be a poor quality antenna
Pros: I am a pro
Cons: I am not a con
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Alpine CDE-172BT
Crutchfield customer from Apple Valley, CA on 1/19/2021
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
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Crutchfield customer from Reseda, CA on 1/18/2021
1999 Isuzu Amigo
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Awesome Upgrade.
Crutchfield customer from King George, VA on 1/18/2021
2003 Toyota Tacoma
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Great radio
Crutchfield customer from Olathe, KS on 1/18/2021
2008 Ford F-150
Easy to use. Bright display. Good functionality. Sounds great.
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Crutchfield customer from Bowling Green, KY on 1/18/2021
2012 Nissan Altima
This radio is great I've owned 3 of theses....they have never let me down..
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Crutchfield customer from Fort Wayne, IN on 1/17/2021
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Love it
Crutchfield customer from Myrtle Creek, OR on 1/17/2021
2000 Pontiac Montana
I upgraded from the stock am/fm/cd player in my van and I'm very happy with my new Alpine! Music quality is clear and so are phone calls. The only issue there was installing it was that the package was missing 4 screws, but nothing a quick trip to the local hardware store couldn't fix.
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Crutchfield customer from Piedmont, SC on 1/17/2021
2003 BMW 3 Series
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1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee Install
Crutchfield customer from Longwood, FL on 1/17/2021
1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Excellent Features, High-Quality Audio, Many User Option, Excellent! This was chosen to replace the Infinity (Alpine) OEM head unit that had made snap, crack and pop sounds almost from new. This product has all of the features that the OEM product had, plus it has Blue Tooth and USB interfaces. All modes are crystal clear.
Pros: Perfect Sound
Cons: With the adapter cable, it is a bit large for the available space
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Crutchfield customer from Sanford, NC on 1/17/2021
1992 Nissan Hardbody
Overall a very nice radio. I have always had pioneer radios so I decided to roll the dice with another brand. This one works great. Only thing that isn't really a big deal but the Bluetooth sometimes takes a little longer to connect but that isn't a big deal to me. Sounds great and for the most part is easy accessible.
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Crutchfield customer from Mount Pleasant, SC on 1/16/2021
2001 Dodge Dakota
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Highly Recommend...
Crutchfield customer from Portageville, MO on 1/13/2021
2010 Chevrolet HHR
Very nice head unit. Very pleased. Highly recommend. Everything about Crutchfield is A+.
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Crutchfield customer from Aiken, SC on 1/12/2021
1989 Dodge D Series
Great sound and great price. Easy install with help of Crutchfield. Would have given 5 star but for this old man I wish a little more user friendly. Young'ens will be just fine.
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Crutchfield customer from Indianapolis, IN on 1/12/2021
relatively easy installation. so far so good on quality.
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CLARENCE from jamestown,nc on 1/7/2021
2009 Toyota Tacoma
RECIEVED RADIO AT 11:00AM, COMPLETELY INSTALLED BY 1:00PM.AFTER INSTALLATION TOOK ABOUT 2 HOURS TO SET UP BLUE TOOTH,FM STATIONS DISPLAY COLORS AND EVERYTHING ELSE. WORKS GREAT.HAVING WIRINGN HARNESS PREWIRED MADE INSTALLATION A LOT EASIER.
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Crutchfield customer from Wolf Creek, MT on 1/1/2021
2003 Dodge Ram 3500
Great stereo and easy to use. Paired with Rockford Fosgate 6 x9 in the front and Memphis audio 6.5 int the back it sounds awesome in my 2003 Dodge Ram 3500.
Pros: Easy to install and set up with the gear provided by Crutchfield.
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Looks great, sounds great. Easy install
Dwayne from Elizabethtown, PA on 12/29/2020
2004 Honda CRV EX
I got this radio for my wife for a Christmas present and she is thrilled with it. Installation and hookup was a breeze, thanks to Crutchfield. The steering wheel control hookup was a little confusing, but eventually I was able to figure it out. This radio looks great and sounds great. Definitely pleased with it and Crutchfield.
Pros: Easy install
Cons: Steering wheel control hookup was slightly confusing.
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Heath from SHUMWAY, IL on 12/29/2020
1986 Ford F Series
Great radio. Sound is good, buttons easy to use. Very capable but easy enough to still use. Worked well in 1986 F-250 with adapters
Pros: Good sound, easy to see button controls, really capable
Cons: Bluetooth was little tricky to get phone to play audio at first.
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Crutchfield customer from Hinesville, GA on 12/27/2020
1998 Jeep Wrangler
Fit perfect in my sons 98 jeep. He loves it and it sounds great. Installation was easy, the directions Crutchfield included were perfect
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Versatile bang for the buck!
Crutchfield customer from Sahuarita, AZ on 12/26/2020
2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Sounds great overall. Pretty much have to use their special base settings, as adjusting the EQ manually didn't get the results that I would have liked. that said, very versatile radio as it does CDs and Bluetooth and controls my Pandora well. Great having so many preamp outputs.
Pros: Preamp outputs Many input options including CD
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Crutchfield customer from Morgan Hill, CA on 12/22/2020
2010 Nissan Rogue
Pretty happy with this unit, bought and installed for my son. Bluetooth connects very quickly, and the sound is even better just with this unit.
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Great Improvement over OEM car audio
Crutchfield customer from CROFTON, MD on 12/20/2020
2003 Toyota Sequoia
Great head unit for my '03 Toyota Sequoia. Love the Blue tooth capabilities. Easy to install with the Ready Harness (a must). Also installed two pairs of Infinity REF 6532eX speakers with this unit, and wow, what an improvement over the factory components. Some of the buttons are a bit too small, but not a major deal. Looking into getting an amp to boost the power, but even as is, the sound is great!
Pros: Looks, sound, ease of installation
Cons: some buttons too small
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Crutchfield customer from Loveland, CO on 12/20/2020
2000 Ford F-250 Super Duty
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Crutchfield customer from O Fallon, IL on 12/20/2020
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Alpine delivers as expected
Crutchfield customer from Virginia Beach, VA on 12/19/2020
Excellent sound, hands free phone works very well. Pairing to my phone is a bit slow, but highly recommend it for reasonably priced head unit.
Pros: Bass Engine is awesome.
Cons: Slow to pair
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Crutchfield customer from Woodbridge, VA on 12/19/2020
We have installed the radio as a replacement for oem Ford unit. It has simple controls and operation and Cruthchfield staff recomended and delivered all gear needed for smooth installation in couple of days. Nice to have the extra storage underneath the unit as well
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Crutchfield customer from New Douglas, IL on 12/19/2020
2002 GMC Sierra 1500
Alpine works good and was easy to hook up with the included supplies fro Crutchfield.
Pros: Sound good, easy to hook up
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Crutchfield customer from Twin Falls, ID on 12/17/2020
The unit was very easy to install and set up. The sound is great and being able to use as hands free phone is great.
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Crutchfield customer from Nashville, TN on 12/16/2020
Do not have the unit in operation but am looking forward to what should be fantastic results from the product.
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Wired direct
Crutchfield customer from Garner, NC on 12/16/2020
1999 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Great radio, the plug in ports for the radio did not work, I just wired direct, no problem
Pros: Easy hook up
Cons: Had to wire direct
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Great product
Crutchfield customer from Chesnee, SC on 12/16/2020
2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
Another great Alpine product ! Works fabulous !
Pros: Looks great, ease of use, price
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Crutchfield customer from Decatur, TX on 12/15/2020
Easy install love it.
Pros: Super easy with harness provided
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Great deal
Crutchfield customer from Sandia Park, NM on 12/13/2020
Unfortunately I have not gotten as far on my project as I'd like. The head unit sure looks nice and it's packed with the features I wanted, but a faulty DSP has kept me from completing my install.
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Crutchfield customer from Reno, NV on 12/13/2020
1992 Honda Civic
I like the Alpine line for their simple intuitive layout of controls. I have Alpine units in all 3 of my cars and even though they are different models or platforms, they are all the same layout so no fiddling between cars. Of course, Alpine quality is top notch and rock solid.
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Crutchfield customer from Bakersfield, CA on 12/11/2020
1996 Honda Accord EX
Installed easy, looks great, and sounds awesome....extremely satisfied
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Crutchfield customer from Quartz Hill , CA on 12/8/2020
2004 Jeep Wrangler
Great head unit with lots of features for the price
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Crutchfield customer from Foley, AL on 12/8/2020
2005 MINI Cooper
I installed this as a Christmas present in my mom's 2005 Mini Cooper. I was replacing a much lower quality off-brand unit. The Bluetooth with the external microphone sounds great and the user interface is such that even my dad, who only likes a volume knob, has figured it out. Sounds good with the stock speakers too. I've always been happy with Alpine and this is time was no different
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Crutchfield customer from Kalaheo, HI on 12/8/2020
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500
Awesome player. Wiring harness connections were great. Plug and play.
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Crutchfield customer from Stillwater, MN on 12/8/2020
This alpine stereo is easy to install and the Bluetooth works great! 18 Watts per channel is enough for a regular cab pickup truck.
Pros: Great sound, easy to install, can change colors
Cons: Don't forget to install microphone for Bluetooth on the BACK of stereo before you install it!
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Awesome radio and great support
Crutchfield customer from Greensboro, NC on 12/8/2020
2005 Toyota Highlander
Installed this radio in a 2005 Toyota Highlander with a JBL amplified system and it sounds great. I had searched the internet on installation because of the amplified system and many talked about the difficulty of installation. I saw that the Crutchfield website was asking if my car had the JBL amplifier and they showed me what I needed. When the order was complete, I got an email giving me instructions on how to install. When the radio and harness came I started to put everything together. Was unsure if I had it right so I called customer service. You would of thought the guy was in the room with me. He walked me through step by step and answered my questions. I installed the radio and it sounds awesome. Even was able to get the steering wheel controls to work. The radio is awesome and Crutchfield support is even better!
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Crutchfield customer from Minersville, PA on 12/7/2020
2005 Dodge Ram 1500
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Great Car Stereo
Crutchfield customer from Tahoe City, CA on 12/7/2020
2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
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Dodge Truck upgraded stereo
Crutchfield customer from Dundalk, MD on 12/6/2020
2012 Dodge Truck 1500
Nice project for my Husband to do, he seemed to enjoy replacing the Truck Stereo.
Pros: He said it's so nice to have a decent stereo.
Cons: Just wished he was able to connect the Sirius that is already in the Truck, but he didn't want to have to go through the roof to replace the existing wiring.
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Crutchfield customer from Lillian, AL on 12/6/2020
2007 Honda S2000
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Crutchfield customer from New Bern, NC on 12/2/2020
2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
Excellent stereo with everything I wanted in features
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Crutchfield customer from Martinsville, IL on 11/29/2020
2012 Dodge Truck 1500
Nice player. Sounds great with factory speakers. Each feature worked as described.
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Alpine and Crutchfield = Winning Combo
Dustin from FORT MYERS, FL on 11/25/2020
2002 Ford F-150
It's a shame you can only give 5 Stars because this system is a straight up 10 all day long!! I absolutely love it - it checks ALL the boxes - CD player, FM tuner, Bluetooth, USB, AUX in, Handsfree Phone use, etc. I strongly suggest that you spend the extra $$ for the ReadyHarness service from Crutchfield - made my installation a breeze!! I can easily understand why the Alpine CDE-172BT is a top seller!!
Pros: ALL GOOD
Cons: NONE
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Excellent company & product's
Crutchfield customer from Maroa, IL on 11/23/2020
2003 Ford Escape
All the features with out the high price of others. Excellent company to work with.
Pros: Good brand excellent prices
Cons: Wish they were local to check out products but not a deal breaker
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Crutchfield customer from Pella, IA on 11/23/2020
1986 Chevrolet Camaro
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Doug
Crutchfield customer from Annandale, VA on 11/23/2020
I am exited with the recommendation that was made by Doug. Great radio.
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Crutchfield customer from Sandy, UT on 11/21/2020
1993 Jeep Wrangler
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Amazing product
Shelby from PHOENIX, AZ on 11/21/2020
Alpine is always the best brand to buy and this one is amazing. My girlfriend loves it in her car!
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Great Value with good features and sound!
Crutchfield customer from Wake Forest, NC on 11/19/2020
2005 Honda Element
I've had this for about two weeks now, and have to say it is a great performer for the price. Blue tooth connection is painless to an iPhone, and as a bonus, there is a button on the front "voice" that enables SIRI. The mic is pretty good and all the phone features work well. The CD player is good and no issues over a rough road. pretty easy to select tracks, advance, shuffle, replay etc.. The display and keys colors are selectable in a LOT of choices. Has three band tone controls, that are easy to get to. I've not used the internal amp, so can't comment on that. It has full sets of preamp out RCA connections (Frnt, Rear, Sub) that I'm using to an external amp. The tuner picks up stations I did not know were there, and the Element is known to have a lame antenna. There are a few nit's I'll point out. The display can be hard to read if you use your headlights in the daytime. It dims a like it should when you turn on the lights, so I may have to make that switchable (customize) for me so I can dim at night and have full bright in daytime while running my headlights. If you have polarized Sun glasses on - forget reading the display at all. Second issue - the input selector only cycles one way and there are a lot of inputs. So going form CD to the Tuner, takes a bunch of clicks. It does not remember you were listing to the radio when you stop the CD, so you have to click through to get back to it. Last the clock doesn't display all the time, and it is my only clock.
Pros: -Great sound and function for the money -Easy to use -Good Eq functions -works well with iPhone (supports two phones) -Full set of pre-out for amps
Cons: - Input selector - Display hard to read with sunglasses -Clock is not on display all the time
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Crutchfield customer from Decatur, TN on 11/16/2020
2009 Ford Ranger
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Crutchfield customer from Foxboro, MA on 11/16/2020
2009 Chevrolet HHR
Great sound. Easy to use. Love the hands free phone and wireless Pandora.
Pros: Easy install. Hands free phone. Wireless connection. Added an amp. And speakers.
Cons: None
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Great HU
Crutchfield customer from Satellite Beach, FL on 11/15/2020
Love this HU, bought speakers and amp to go with this unit and could have saved my money because this unit improved sound with factory speakers. Easy install with Crutchfield harness, antenna extension and dash kit.
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Crutchfield customer from Decatur, GA on 11/11/2020
2003 Nissan Frontier
Great unit. Good sound, lots of options for music.
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Couldn't be happier
Crutchfield customer from Bismarck, ND on 11/11/2020
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Replaced a Soundstream deck with this Alpine. WOW! What a difference. My speakers came alive right away. I didn't know what I was missing. Excellent sound and tons of customization, from sound to colors. Thanks Alpine and Crutchfield for offering such a high performing deck at such an affordable price.
Pros: Very easy to navigate. Lots of customization options. Superior sound quality. Lots of bass. Affordable.
Cons: None.
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Alpine still hits all the right notes.
Crutchfield customer from Fargo, ND on 11/8/2020
1996 Ford Ranger
I chose this deck based on its versatility: CD, Bluetooth, Pandora and SiriusXM ready, USB input, and an aux input as well. All bases covered. It replaced the stock radio in my work pickup (1996 Ford Ranger XLT). I suspected that I'd have to replace the stock speakers in the truck as well, but this deck really made those 24 year-old cones come to life! Alpine has a well-established history of producing great audio equipment, and this deck carries on that fine tradition. Highly recommended.
Pros: Good instructions, great sound. The ability to change display/button colors is a neat little feature. Paired easily with my Android phone.
Cons: None.
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Great Deck
Crutchfield customer from Oyster Bay, NY on 11/8/2020
2008 Jeep Wrangler
Love Alpine products, great styling and build quality.
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Crutchfield customer from Liverpool, NY on 11/5/2020
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Great head unit for the price. Bluetooth works great. Have had a few of the Alpine head units in the past always work great. Has a decent amount of audio adjustments for the price. Can change colors of the buttons and the text.
Pros: Bluetooth connects quick. Good amount of audio adjustments, Can change colors of the keys and text
Cons: would be nice if the remote was included
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Crutchfield customer from Andrews, NC on 11/4/2020
Great product and good sound and ease of operation.
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Great Company
Crutchfield customer from Breinigsville, PA on 11/4/2020
1989 Ford Thunderbird
I love this radio ! Sounds great ! This is the first time I bought from Crutchfield . Great company and great customer service after the sale. I was on the phone with there reps for days. They stayed with me until my install was done complete and correct! I have already recommended this company to my friends and co-worker ! Thanks for your support Crutchfield. Please give your rep that helped me a personal Thank You from me . Great customer service ?? !!!!!
Pros: Lots of phone install help !
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Troup, TX on 11/3/2020
2015 Ford E-350
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Great Product!
Crutchfield customer from Hidden Vl Lk, CA on 11/2/2020
1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty
I have been buying Alpine products since I was in high school. That was back in 1986 when I purchased my first tape deck and receiver. I have always had superb longevity and great performance out of all my Alpine products. This receiver and CD player are no exception! The FM reception is very good! I have channels that I didn't know existed. I wanted something basic and simple because I still have so many CD's and I am not ready to give those up. The price was very reasonable as well. Thanks again for producing something great!
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Just
Crutchfield customer from Boylston, MA on 11/1/2020
Great head unit! Just perfect for upgrading your factory head
Pros: Simple to use
Cons: Some of the screen color choices are weird.
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Very easy to ins tall
Crutchfield customer from Pahrump, NV on 10/31/2020
1998 Volvo S70
I install this to my 1998 volvo s70 GLT, very easy to install, Alpine CDE-172BT, everything you need come with it, and i really love the hand free.
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Crutchfield customer from Sonora, CA on 10/29/2020
1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Installed in a 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Had to cut the plastic behind the radio to make enough space for the RCA's and wiring harness. It's a simple head unit and does what it's expected to. Considering it's a few extra dollars compared to some of it's other competitors I'm a little disappointed. The voltage on the amp pre-outs must be low because I have the gains on my amps turned up pretty high, which isn't a big deal - that's what that setting on the amps is for. I've had this head unit installed for a little over 2 weeks now and upon rare occasion the Bluetooth will cause me trouble. The connection will skip and requires me to restart the head unit. The built in EQ is pretty standard and helped flatten out some of the harshness from my new component speakers.
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Awesome Alpine Radio
Crutchfield customer from Clarksburg, MD on 10/27/2020
1998 Dodge Ram 1500
The Alpine Radio is awesome (no surprise) and all the little things Crutchfield provides to help with the install made it a breeze. So glad I order the pre-wiring kit and the dash removal tools. I had the dash removed, the old radio removed, this new beauty installed, and the dash replaced (with no cracks) in under 15 minutes. Thank you, Crutchfield!
Pros: Too easy to do the install!
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield customer from Bowie, MD on 10/27/2020
2012 Nissan Titan
Awesome head unit. From the basic visual aesthetic of being able to change colors of keys, as well as colors of the lettering, to the functionality and customization of output... this Alpine head unit has it all! I changed out all the speakers in my truck, but had an older double din HU in my truck that didnt perform well and output was awful. I replaced it with this HU and man the difference was night and day. Sound outout is so crisp!! Bluetooth connectivity and clarity of calls is really outstanding. And the ability to control pandora through the head unit itself is an added bonus. Would definitely buy it again!!
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Great radio/better tech support
Crutchfield customer from Franklin Lks, NJ on 10/27/2020
The product and more importantly the tech support are/were excellent. Amazing upgrade. Josh from tech support went above expectations in helping me sort out some technical issues.
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Crutchfield customer from Saint Louis, MO on 10/26/2020
1996 Jeep Cherokee
This is a great low buck replacement radio. Ones with everything you need for the install
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Radio now interacts with my phone!
Crutchfield customer from West Hartford, CT on 10/25/2020
1996 Ford Mustang
Nice sound, nice features. Could have gone cheaper, but figured I was doing the work so saving a few on installation. Hooks right up with my phone. I have a convertible, and the mic for phone calls actually works pretty well hiding on the steering column. Support for installation was great, I did have a few questions and they ironed it out pretty quickly. Seems to me Crutchfield takes making installation simple very seriously.
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Crutchfield customer from Indianapolis, IN on 10/25/2020
1995 Ford Mustang
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Awful. Avoid. None of the smart features work well.
AUl from Denver, CO on 10/22/2020
2002 Subaru Impreza WRX
I can't stand this deck. It doesn't work well with pandora. It takes forwvwr for it to rediscover a Bluetooth connection with your phone. It doesn't always recognize your phone througbisb connection. The hands free doesn't always work well. It takes minutes to get Siri to understand what text message you want to send to a contact. This is one of the worst purchases I have ever made. Wish Crutchfield would take it back and let me use the credit to something that actually works. By purchasing this deck, you might as well just buy a deck WITHOUT any smart capabilities. Terrible receiver.
Pros: Looks nice. Sounds good.
Cons: All connectivity with your phone is terrible. You will get to your destination before the deck realizes your phone is a good connection.
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Alpine Or Bust
Crutchfield customer from Phoenix, AZ on 10/21/2020
1999 Chevrolet Metro
Amazing piece of kit. Leaps and bounds better then their top tier Axxera offerings which I had before. Everything just works. Dials feels amazing. Display is crystal clear and the menu navigations are straight forward after setting everything up. I'm using this amp with a couple external amplifiers and everything is perfect, sound quality and fidelity is something only an Alpine can give you. Great place to start for a budget SQ system. I bought the scratch and sent options and everything was still in its original bags, nothing missing, nothing damaged and came with all accessories.
Pros: Price, Sound Quality, Simplicity, Build Quality, Options (everyone loves options)
Cons: None.
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Porsche 986
Crutchfield customer from Gulfport, FL on 10/19/2020
2002 Porsche Boxster
It was an easy install with prepared wire harness. Without changing my stock speakers this unit sounds great...may do those next.
Pros: Easy install and all the necessary functions...
Cons: Have not found any...
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Crutchfield customer from Halstead, KS on 10/19/2020
2010 GMC Sierra
Fit great in my 2010 gmc sierra! Great sound and features.
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Crutchfield customer from Suwanee, GA on 10/6/2020
2001 Mazda Miata
low cost, simple to install and easy instructions - good deal
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Crutchfield customer from Lexington, NC on 9/26/2020
Anyone that has ever shopped at crutchfield, as I have will tell everyone about them, as far as I concerned they set the standard for the industry, am very proud to be part of the crutchfield family
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Crutchfield customer from De Pere, WI on 9/23/2020
It's an okay stereo. I also ordered a JVC KD-T915BTS for another vehicle and actually like the JVC better
Pros: Very simplistic
Cons: Too simplistic
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Easy install
Crutchfield customer from New Hartford, CT on 9/20/2020
2007 Nissan Xterra
Easy to install, fit perfectly and works great. Crutchfield provided great step by step instructions!
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Crutchfield customer from Mount Clare, WV on 9/20/2020
2009 Chevrolet Malibu
Easy to operate and leek design. Bluetooth functionality is great too
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Crutchfield customer from Grants Pass, OR on 9/16/2020
Huge,full, powerfull sound. Harness clipped in and works flawlessly.
Pros: Great bluetooth sound.
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield customer from Glasgow, VA on 9/16/2020
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Got this for my wife's jeep. Installing was easy with the harness and kit that crutchfield had paired with the unit. My wife loves it. Now she's rocking while rolling on 35s.
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Crutchfield customer from Phoenix, AZ on 9/16/2020
2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
Excellent quality cleaner sound
Pros: Its alpine
Cons: No remote
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Crutchfield customer from Greenville, CA on 9/14/2020
2001 Dodge Ram
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Worthwhile upgrade.
Crutchfield customer from Boone, IA on 9/14/2020
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Exactly what I wanted. I highly recommend this for a budget friendly single din upgrade. Easy to install, looks good, and has all the extra you want. Especially happy with the high and low pass filters.
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Sleek powerful unit! As always good instructions
Crutchfield customer from Franklin, TN on 9/13/2020
2007 Honda Accord EX
Stereo has good power to drive my Honda speakers, sounds rich. Normally purchase Pioneer but non were in stock, this unit offers great options, I love that the Aux and USB ar right on the front, was easy to pair my iPhone, literally just needed to be in proximity. I like the subtle lighting on the unit also.
Pros: Good price for the options provided, unit is easy to use.
Cons: No cons.
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Crutchfield customer from Ooltewah, TN on 9/13/2020
2007 Ford F-150
Great stereo. Very good sound. Nice looking.
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Crutchfield customer from Lilburn, GA on 9/13/2020
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
Good sound for the money but wish it had more bass. Could not access my usb external drive.
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Crutchfield customer from Morrisville, VT on 9/12/2020
A lot of bang for the bucks! Easy install, met all of my expectations
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Excellent, easy to use
Crutchfield customer from Benton, AR on 9/8/2020
1993 Chevrolet Blazer
Easy to use, love how quickly it automatically links to my phone. I would definitely recommend.
Pros: Easy to use, quick re-connect time.
Cons: None thus far.
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Love it!
Crutchfield customer from Queens Village, NY on 9/6/2020
1997 Honda Civic
Great radio! Always loved alpine radios since my first car. Love the bright color on the display, and great sound! Crutchfield gave me the installation hardware and instructions for free and made everything super simple! Thanks guys!
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Crutchfield customer from Chattanooga, TN on 9/6/2020
2002 Jeep Wrangler
Great radio! I really appreciate everyone's reviews. These helped me decide which one to select. Also, Crutchfield makes the installation easy with their videos and email of detailed wiring diagrams.
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Crutchfield customer from Penngrove, CA on 9/6/2020
1991 Jeep Wrangler
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Very clean output
Crutchfield customer from Wheeling, IL on 9/5/2020
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
Great head unit especially if you're adding aftermarket amplifiers, subs. I measured a clean, non distorted signal to volume level 34 out of 35 using the SMD DD1. The only thing I disliked about it is there is no way to unpair/delete a Bluetoothed phone like other models, you have to remove the battery cable and it will reset everything.
Pros: Very clean signal, dedicated sub out with level control, other controls for your listening experience
Cons: Cannot unpair a phone once it is paired via bluetooth and the only way to do so is disconnecting the battery
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Crutchfield customer from Punta Gorda, FL on 9/5/2020
Excellent experience all way around. When ordering the Crutchfield rep was very helpful and knew the product making helpful suggestions during the process.
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Crutchfield customer from Dover, PA on 9/1/2020
2012 Ram 1500
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Crutchfield customer from Cumming, GA on 9/1/2020
1998 BMW Z3
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Crutchfield customer from Fredericksburg, VA on 9/1/2020
2006 Toyota Tacoma
Quality sound and easy to install great products ??
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Crutchfield customer from Rahway, NJ on 8/31/2020
2002 Ford Escape
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Mr johny
Crutchfield customer from Buffalo, NY on 8/30/2020
2011 Ford Crown Victoria
Tremendous features, excellent price point, easy install of course. First purchased alpine in the early '80's, have it a shot in 2020, I'm glad I did.
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New tech in a vintage Land Cruiser
Crutchfield customer from Tega Cay, SC on 8/29/2020
As a teenager in the 1980's, I always enjoyed the Crutchfield catalogues, dreaming what I'd buy if I only had the money. As I prepare to turn 50, I thought it was high time to browse their website to purchase a new single din unit to replace the vintage 20 year old Alpine unit, with the worn smooth buttons, mounted in the Tuffy center console of my 1977 Land Cruiser FJ40. I was shocked at just how affordable this unit was, especially considering the modern features it includes (Bluetooth, hands-free phone, Pandora, USB connection/charge). This Alpine unit and the vintage one remarkably shared the same plug, making the install much easier than I'd hoped. Removing the vintage unit without benefit of the keys was by far the worst part. As I only run one set of speakers, I did have to swap things around and use the front speaker output to be able to hear callers on my phone. I'm no audiophile and have the hearing of a man in his 50's (and likely worse) but the sound sure seems a good improvement over the old unit. At this point, I've had it installed for a week and despite limited time behind the wheel due to COVID, I've managed to figure out the most important controls. My only wish is that it played nicely with Spotify like it does with Pandora. All in all, I'd buy it again, I recommend it for others, and believe it will be a good value if it lasts even half as long as my last Alpine car stereo.
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Crutchfield customer from N Stonington, CT on 8/27/2020
1995 Jeep Wrangler
Reasonably priced and sounds great. Love alpine products
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1966 VW Stereo Replacement
Crutchfield customer from Plainfield, IL on 8/26/2020
1966 Volkswagen Beetle
Arrived quickly and worked like a charm. Your site still carries stereos that take CD's, which is what most of my collection is on.
Pros: Easy to install and works great
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield customer from Grand Forks, ND on 8/24/2020
Awesome stereo I love the way you can adjust the sound settings to your liking while being able to change the all around color of the text and the head of the unit
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Crutchfield customer from Naturl Br Sta, VA on 8/24/2020
1986 Chevrolet C Series
Works perfectly! Sounds great ran in my 1986 Chevrolet k10. Speakers I ran are 43DSC69304 kickers 6x9 and 3.5in Kicker 43DSC3504 with Crutchfield Bass Blockers (150 Hz cut-off) sound that surrounds you I would highly recommend this stereo
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Rock Me
Crutchfield customer from Fairfield, IL on 8/23/2020
2014 Dodge Avenger
If you want great clean loud sound at a good price then you won't go wrong with this head unit. It has all the bells and whistles. My wife loves the pink and it's impossible for her to turn the volume down. When a stereo begs to be rocked out what more can you say. Oh except you won't find a better deal than Crutchfield.
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Great Unit!
John from MATTHEWS, NC on 8/19/2020
2014 Dodge Avenger
Looks and sounds great! I ordered prewired harness and installation kit from Crutchfield and everything fit perfectly, lined up, snapped in, and took about 20 minutes to install! Look for videos on YouTube on how to remove dash trim panels.
Pros: Great sound, easy installation, great price, versatile connection options. Since unit is thinner than factory unit, you gain a small shelf which is perfect size for holding phone.
Cons: Haven't found any yet!
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Crutchfield customer from Blue Grass, IA on 8/12/2020
1996 Dodge Ram 3500
Powerful receiver, Bluetooth works as described. Still learning the many options
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Easy install
Crutchfield customer from Lake Tapps, WA on 8/11/2020
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Giving the wife hands free calling and a CD player
Crutchfield customer from Suffolk, VA on 8/4/2020
2006 Ford Taurus SE
Easy install considering Ford puts the speaker driver/connections in the trunk.
Pros: Plug and play.
Cons: Should have recommended a piece of flexible conduit for the wires between the rear door sill and the trunk box. Bought a 4 foot piece locally for a professional installation.
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Great Replacement for OEM
Danny from Dousman, WI on 7/30/2020
1998 Chevrolet Suburban
Sound quality and ease of use are the reason I chose this unit. I put the CD-143 BT in my son's truck a few years ago (with a TON of free install gear) and I was sold. I've been using JVC on several installs and although the sound shaping parameters are wider on those units I've found I really don't need them with the Alpine 172 with the proper speaker choices. This install was on my 1998 Suburban tow rig and it turned out sweet. I ended up using Rockford Fosgate 165x3 6.5's in the doors front and rear, even tho Crutchfield doesn't list them as a fit in the rear. Depth is tight and had to angle the mounting screws a bit, but it's all good. The rear headliner mounted 4x10's ended up with Kicker KSC4100's and Crutchfield did not list them either, but they went in with no issue other than cutting the harness and using the Kicker supplied speaker leads. I also ended up leaving the tweeters that are mounted on top of the front door armrests and they sound fine. The only issue that was any problem was a missing harness adapter. The Suburban ended up having 3 options anyway and Crutchfield gave me a credit for the one I purchased at the local parts store. In the end I couldn't be happier to get rid of the old rotted speakers and head unit with burnt out lighting and have a great sounding system. Not killer loud, not booming bass, just great natural sound. Thanks Crutchfield!
Pros: Easy to use controls. GREAT SOUND!
Cons: Less audio adjustments (not needed if speakers are correct)
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CORNELIUS from Bedford on 7/29/2020
Well its the millioimum radio period It has every toy that's available on this planet Look at the video the reviews Buy it read the manual that comes with it And ur sold U have to buy the remote u got to get the remote trust me I paided 200.00 for mines And would do it again I've been doing car audio for40years
Pros: top shelf every thing ?? u need in a head unit The best overall system starts with the head unit it has to have 3 outputs front rear sub and 5volts is the bomb Now u have the beginning of a stupid system
Cons: u don't have it haha
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Fantastico!
Crutchfield customer from Harrison, MI on 7/28/2020
2005 Ford Escape
Easy install and flawless sound.
Pros: Everything.
Cons: Nothing.
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Crutchfield customer from Omaha, NE on 7/27/2020
I pleased with the performance of the 172BT head unit, especially considering the price. Easy installation, good sound, instructions are easy enough to follow. I would recommend this unit to others. Versatile enough to allow you to build a system on a budget. Installed in a 2000 Chevy Silverado, huge upgrade to the factory stereo!
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Great Deck!
Crutchfield customer from Land O Lakes, FL on 7/26/2020
2009 Toyota Tacoma
Bought this deck to replace my stock radio in my 09' Tacoma. Absolutely sounds terrific and I love the Bluetooth connectivity with my iPhone. All materials for the install were included and I was able to get it installed in less than 1hr. Thanks Crutchfield !
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Crutchfield customer from Parsons, WV on 7/21/2020
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Crutchfield customer from Parker, CO on 7/21/2020
Great radio, great sound, Only down side is the antenna goes up and down only when the power is turned off and on, so when I'm on XM or other inputs the antenna is till up. The antenna SHOULD be activated only when the tuner option is selected BUT that's not available with this radio
Pros: EXCELLENT
Cons: No antenna activation power option on the radio mode section
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Satisfaction 100%
Crutchfield customer from Tacoma, WA on 7/21/2020
2003 Volkswagen Eurovan
Best thing since Sliced Bread! Removal tools included, everything fit wiring was way easier than I could have imagined.
Pros: Well thought out wiring for exact model of vehicle.
Cons: None
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A step into the future from a 2004 Hyundai Sonata
James from BUCYRUS, OH on 7/21/2020
2004 Hyundai Sonata
Excellent upgrade over the old factory installed radio. Installation was done by my mechanic and he said it was straightforward and the provided instructions from Crutchfield are always helpful. I'm still getting used to all it's features and settings, but it's pretty simple to operate and setup Bluetooth and program the tuner stations and choose the display color. The really impressive thing though is how much better this sounds compared to the old factory radio. Granted it's a 2004 car, but still, wow! The clarity of the vocals and instruments are impressive and the bass is nice and deep. Add the bass boost options built in and it's really awesome. The removable face plate is a nice security feature as well. I'm highly satisfied with this tuner and would fully recommend it to others.
Pros: Outstanding sound quality. Great Bluetooth calls. Brings my music back to life in my car again.
Cons: Nothing I've come across as of yet.
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Crutchfield customer from Fort Scott, KS on 7/19/2020
Setup is very easy to understand and it has a lot of useful functions. It also has a nice looking appearance.
Pros: Lots of functions. Reasonable price
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Alpine quality with strange Bluetooth connection
Crutchfield customer from Bedford, OH on 7/19/2020
2001 Toyota Corolla
Sound and power is nice. The interface is easy to learn. The Bluetooth skips about nine times before it works.
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Crutchfield customer from Kansas City, MO on 7/19/2020
1997 Toyota Tacoma
Great CD player. Bluetooth works well so far and the sound has been a huge upgrade. I thought I needed new speakers but turns out I just needed a more powerful head unit. Only con is the screen can be hard to read in sunlight. I'm happy with the installation instructions I received from Crutchfield. Easy to install.
Pros: Powerful and sharp looking
Cons: Sunlight makes screen a bit reflective and hard to read.
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Complete.
Crutchfield customer from Bakersfield, CA on 7/18/2020
1995 Nissan Hardbody
Installed in my 1995 Nissan hardbody. The CDE-172bt fits nicely in the dash and has all the functions you could ask for. With the CD player, Bluetooth connection, USB Port and sirius and pandora options You really have everything covered.the audio puts out a nice level of clear sound Through my modest Front speakers. I'm very happy with my choice. The installation is simple and straightforward I used all the original existing brackets . With the free harness kit that coincidently matches the existing wiring It makes everything that much easier.
Pros: It's a good quality radio at a good price
Cons: Don't know if it has a clock display got to figure that out
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Extremely satisfied
Crutchfield customer from Overland Park, KS on 7/16/2020
2004 GMC Sierra 1500
Very satisfied with this stereo! Puts out GREAT quality sound, very easy to install, super simple to use. I highly recommend this product for anyone looking to get a simple upgrade to their stock stereo. I put this in a 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 with a Bose system. Producing great sound with the stock speakers. Easily and quickly connects to my phone via Bluetooth every time I get into the truck. Crisp clear phone calls and connections. I'm extremely satisfied.
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Crutchfield customer from Pensacola, FL on 7/15/2020
2010 Honda Pilot
Great car stereo. Easy to hook up and full of great features.
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Crutchfield customer from Cedarburg, WI on 7/13/2020
2006 Jeep Wrangler
I really like the Alpine stereo. It fit nicely in my 2006 Jeep Wrangler. The Bluetooth works flawlessly and the simple, yet advanced features makes it easy to toggle between sources and select different features from the stereo. Very pleased with the sound output.
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Crutchfield customer from Mandeville, LA on 7/12/2020
2004 Jeep Wrangler
Perfect stereo for the jeep. Plenty of power and features.
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Crutchfield customer from Plymouth, NC on 7/12/2020
1997 Ford F-150
Very happy with our selection for our truck. Sounds are good.
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Nice unit
Crutchfield customer from Reading, PA on 7/11/2020
2008 Volvo S60
Just installed in my 2008 Volvo s60. Easy to use and has the features I wanted. Seems like a good unit Time will tell.
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Crutchfield customer from Cincinnati, OH on 7/8/2020
Great unit easy to install. Bluetooth quick connect
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Great product for the money
Crutchfield customer from Boise, ID on 7/6/2020
2000 Ford Ranger
Easy installation and looks great. Big improvement from stock system on my son's 2000 Ford Ranger
Pros: Great value Looks good Easy installation
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Gillette, NJ on 7/6/2020
2007 Toyota Matrix
The display is a little on the dim side. The clock will not stay on, you need to keep calling it up. But it does everything I ask it to at a great price
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Eduardo from SAN MARCOS, CA on 7/5/2020
1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham
Love this car stereo, audio settings are easy to set up. Very happy with this product.
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Crutchfield customer from Murray, KY on 7/5/2020
2002 Ford F-150
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Love it.
Crutchfield customer from Forest Hill, MD on 7/4/2020
2001 Dodge Ram
I love it. Just what I needed to perk up my 01' Dodge van. It was an easy installation the sound is great. Love the telephone and Bluetooth, something I didn't have before and the free speaker connections made it that much easier.
Pros: Great value with all the whistle and bells.
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Chaffee, NY on 6/30/2020
2003 Ford Mustang
Nice stereo and a big improvement over stock. controls are not the easiest to learn but they come in time. The sound is awesome, and it is powerful. Plus it is an alpine, enough said. should include the steering wheel controls and the volume button feels loose but doesn't impact the radio.
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Crutchfield customer from Canton, OH on 6/29/2020
2004 Jeep Wrangler
Great unit! Has all of the features I wanted and then some. Still learning about all of its capabilities. Installation couldn't have been any easier thanks to Crutchfield providing detailed installation instructions for my specific vehicle.
Pros: Reputable brand Numerous features Ease of installation
Cons: Wish Alpine provided a carrying case like they used to for the unit face
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Best Deck I've Used!
Crutchfield customer from Sacramento, CA on 6/29/2020
Seriously the best! The user interface of the CDE-172 is simple, it offers a full range of color customization, and offers a seamless, straight forward stereo with a few bells and whistles (like sub preamp outputs). I've had this stereo in two previous vehicles, and absolutely love it.
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Thrilled
Crutchfield customer from Hedgesville, WV on 6/28/2020
2003 Ford Ranger
I decided to buy this radio based on the good reviews here. I am NOT disappointed. What great sound. I had planned to replace the stock speakers in my 2003 Ford Ranger but not now. I had no clue that the stock speakers could sound so good. All it takes is a good radio. The installation instructions were a bit misleading but I finally got them figured out. This is my first Alpine product and I am thrilled with the sound, functionality and quality. I do agree with other reviewers that the buttons are too small. It is easy to fat finger a function.
Pros: Sound quality Functionally Price point
Cons: Button are a bit too small Misleading instructions for installation
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Alpine Does It Again!
Crutchfield customer from Granada Hills, CA on 6/28/2020
1995 Ford Mustang
Fit like a glove in my 95' Mustang GT!! I was able to self-install the unit with the easy to follow installation instructions. The Alpine unit is everything I have come to expect, and for the value, it cannot be beat!!
Pros: Price, performance and quality
Cons: Not a darn thing:)
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Crutchfield customer from San Juan, PR on 6/26/2020
1998 Suzuki Sidekick
Great car radio with excellent features and sound for the price.
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Clinton from WATERTOWN, WI on 6/25/2020
I am disappointed with this unit. If I accidentally bump the center dial it pretty much causes me to have to pull over. Display is hard to see as well.
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Cons: Challenging to operate while driving.
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ritchie from MEDFORD on 6/25/2020
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
The GOOD: Great Sound even with my stock speakers. I love the bass program button that gives you just the right amount of bass kick and highs. Lots of operating modes, tuner, CD, Bluetooth, Pandora, and Sirius XM. The BAD: Takes it a while to recognize and connect to my Android phone. Sometimes necessitating having to open my connections menu and re-selecting all the interfaces. When restarting the car and starting Pandora, the audio is extremely skippy for about a minute and then it settles down and plays normally. The UGLY: The front panel release button is RIGHT NEXT to the phone button, so when I'm driving and want to answer the phone it's very easy to miss the phone button and you end up ejecting your front panel onto the floor. Then I have to illegally pick up the phone to answer it.
Pros: Great Sound, many features Adjustable display color
Cons: Slow connection to phone Skippy Bluetooth Poor eject button placement
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Crutchfield customer from Tucson, AZ on 6/25/2020
1999 Isuzu Rodeo
Love it! Much nicer than what I had in my truck prior. Very happy!
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Nice deck
Crutchfield customer from Kalispell, MT on 6/24/2020
2007 Volvo S60
Nice looking unit easy to use and find your way around on.
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: None yet
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Alpine Always Delivers
Crutchfield customer from King George, VA on 6/24/2020
1999 Toyota Tacoma
I bought an older truck and wanted to have a head unit that gave me Bluetooth functionality and the Alpine delivered. The quality and expectation I had from Alpine has not changed over the last 20 years and for the price, it's a home run. The microphone cord is long enough to mount it anywhere in your vehicle. Fantastic options for the display(s) and great tuning options for standard stereo set ups.
Pros: Great Bluetooth usability for phone calls and for all audio coming from the phone. USB and Aux inputs for great audio connection and charging.
Cons: Navigation through some of the options is a little cumbersome.
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Crutchfield customer from Sweeny, TX on 6/23/2020
1998 Chevrolet K Series
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Perfect fit
Crutchfield customer from Rhinebeck, NY on 6/22/2020
Factory stereo gave up the ghost. This unit fit right in (as recommended), sounds great and the receiver is much better than factory ! Very good value.
Pros: better radio reception than factory. Perfect fit. Sounds great
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Crutchfield customer from Joshua, TX on 6/21/2020
1992 Ford F Series
Love it, Was everything I wanted and sounds great
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Great Headunit
Crutchfield customer from Renton, WA on 6/18/2020
1991 Toyota Pickup
I got the Alpine CDE-172BT as a replacement for the very old Sony headunit in my 91 Toyota pickup. I was looking for something that had BT connectivity, that also played CD's and the added bonus of it playing nicely with Pandora which is my main music streaming source made this a homerun. Install was simple and straightforward, the headunit is relatively easy to use, although not completely intuitive but nothing a quick search in the user manual didn't fix. What I didn't realize is that it would readout the song titles on CD's and since my immaturity is that of a 12 year old, I had to play a song called sex to take a picture.
Pros: Bluetooth, plays cd's, easy install, plays well with android.
Cons: none for me
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Easy to use - its a winner!
John from Appleton, WI on 6/18/2020
2008 Chevrolet Malibu
The interface on this Alpine unit looks very similar to a Pioneer and a Kenwood that I have in other vehicles. The biggest difference is that the buttons, and menu navigation are much easier to use. The display also seems brighter. I'd buy this again in a heartbeat, and will likely soon replace my Kenwood with this same Alpine unit.
Pros: Easy to use: both buttons and menu navigation
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Crutchfield customer from Fonda, NY on 6/15/2020
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Great radio highly recommend
Crutchfield customer from Summit Argo, IL on 6/15/2020
2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Great radio highly recommend. Easy to install with the instructions given and works perfect. Easy to use
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Crutchfield customer from Lawai, HI on 6/14/2020
2004 Honda Element
I love this CD player. I love the voice activation.It works amazing.I love that it has so many colors to choose from.Great head unit.
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Crutchfield customer from Mesa, AZ on 6/14/2020
1992 Ford Ranger
Installed this in an old 92 ford ranger so both myself and my old girl could get up to speed. The main reason is for the blue tooth phone, which is working flawlessly and also the cd player which is becoming harder to find. Very Happy!
Pros: All the benefits of a modern phone and player that fits nicely in older vehicles.
Cons: none.
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Crutchfield customer from Carlisle , SC on 6/11/2020
2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Works well all updated features I love the Bluetooth talk with the microphone
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Crutchfield customer from Hemet, CA on 6/9/2020
Very nice clean sound from this Alpine stereo put in my 2000 chevy silverado crutchfield shipped to California in 3 days like they said very with this
Pros: Very good product
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Crutchfield customer from San Diego, CA on 6/9/2020
2009 BMW X3
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Crutchfield customer from Bloomington, IN on 6/8/2020
1999 Jeep Wrangler
This is a great sounding head unit. It was a nice upgrade from the factory radio. The stereo delivers the quality that Alpine has long been known for.
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Crutchfield customer from Onalaska, WI on 6/6/2020
Great unit for the price. Ordering and shipment were flawless.
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Crutchfield customer from Buckhannon, WV on 6/4/2020
1995 Ford Bronco
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Crutchfield customer from Virginia Beach, VA on 6/4/2020
1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
INSTALLED IN MY LINCOLN MARK VIII AND IT WORKS GREAT. EASY TO INSTALL WITH CRUTCHFIELD KIT
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Crutchfield customer from Rockton, IL on 6/3/2020
I don't like it because I can't used my new audio control epicenter. Subwoofer output is a mono output. And I can't measure the output with SMD DD1 distortion detector needs a full range output same with epicenter. That's the only issue.
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You can't beat Alpine!
Crutchfield customer from Jackson, TN on 6/3/2020
2007 Toyota Sienna
Great unit. It's hard to go wrong with Alpine. Easy to install, easy to operate and sounds great.
Pros: Very easy to operate and sounds even better!
Cons: None at all.
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Big bang for your budget bucks
Crutchfield customer from Okeechobee, FL on 6/2/2020
This is coming from "for the money" as this would be considered a budget head unit. I went from 2 Din to single Din. And this unit almost slipped itself in to the adapter. Read the owners manual, it tells you step by step in very simple detail all the functions and settings and how to get there. Now? I jump in, turn thr key and within seconds Bluetooth is already paired with my phone. It has a bass boost built in but I find it dulls out the brilliant highs this unit can produce. My main reasons for buying? 1) It's an Alpine, period. 2) 4 volt signal to the amplifier. 3) Loads of ways to customize the sound to your ears. I ran the unit for one week by itself and I was impressed with the volume and sound quality. When I added a amplifier, it took on a life of its own and has been pleasing me since.
Pros: Exceptional value, easy to setup and use
Cons: None
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Awesome Sound-Super Reliable
Crutchfield customer from Smyrna, GA on 6/2/2020
Great unit for the money. Very Reliable. I bought this to replace an 10+ year old Alpine unit that finally started to fade out. Easy to use. Plenty of power, looks cool. Awesome.
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Crutchfield customer from Williamsport, PA on 6/1/2020
2001 Ford F-150
Great fit for my 2001 F 150. Instructions that were sent very helpful. Thank you.
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Alpine stereo.
Crutchfield customer from Arlington, VA on 5/31/2020
1993 Nissan 300ZX
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Great unit!
Crutchfield customer from Saint Louis, MO on 5/31/2020
Great unit! Replace the head unit that died in my system and it sounds better than the original! Simple to control on the fly!
Pros: Came with everything you need to install! Shipping was only a few days.
Cons: Can't think of any.
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Crutchfield customer from Evans, CO on 5/30/2020
1999 Toyota Tacoma
Easy ,peasy installation. Awesome deck,couldn't be any more happy with the painless install.
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Crutchfield customer from Fulton, IL on 5/28/2020
2007 Dodge Ram 1500
Alpine is above everyone else! Great product and great price!
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Great Receiver.
Crutchfield customer from Leavenworth, KS on 5/27/2020
Installed in motor home. Works perfectly traveling down the road using all sources, including satellite radio with optional satellite tuner and antenna. Function buttons feel very solid. Display easy to read. Easy installation
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Crutchfield customer from Palm Bay, FL on 5/26/2020
Just ordered this for my 2000 Jeep Wrangler, very easy to install got it pre-wired. Sound is good but I now have to get new speakers!! Must have blown them with Iron Maiden at Ludicrous Loud!! Will be ordering speakers from them also!! Great service and price??
Pros: Easy install even easier with pre- wired
Cons: None at this time
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Crutchfield customer from North Attleboro, MA on 5/25/2020
1991 Chevrolet C Series
So far I am happy. I wish it came with a remote. I had to purchase one separately.
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Nice and Easy
Crutchfield customer from York, SC on 5/25/2020
2007 Dodge Ram 1500
Nice and easy to operate Nice and easy to install!
Pros: Easy to operate, looks nice, a CD player too!!
Cons: None yet!!
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Keith from Harrisonburg, Va on 5/25/2020
2013 Ford Mustang
This prduct did everything I wanted it to do. Sounds better than oem and now my old truck is hands free compliant.
Pros: Great for trucks with older technology in them. Instant upgrade
Cons: It suits my needs. For me there are no cons
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Crutchfield customer from Glendale, AZ on 5/22/2020
2002 Subaru Forester
Installation was smooth and easy with the instructions Crutchfield provided. The stereo itself is exactly what I was looking for, it has a simple layout and great sound.
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Great Unit
Crutchfield customer from Monterey Park, CA on 5/21/2020
This unit is loaded with features as good or better than many new vehicles. Installation was easy and with the adapter provided. bluetooth was easy to pair with my phone It also fit very nice in the dash. I think this unit is priced very reasonable. Paul was very professional and helpful taking my order.thanks.
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Crutchfield customer from Coeburn, VA on 5/20/2020
1990 Mercedes-Benz 300E
I'm glad I bought this Alpine CDE-172BT receiver. It was easy to install with the info and accessories. Thanks
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Crutchfield customer from San Saba, TX on 5/20/2020
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Definitely more than I expected couldn't be more satisfied.
Pros: The ability to BT music or to even listen to the different types of media is perfect.
Cons: The only problem that the hands free mic doesn't seem to operate after a couple of uses.
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Crutchfield customer from Barre, VT on 5/19/2020
2000 BMW Z3
I received my receiver on the day that I was told it would arrive. Followed the instructions that were supplied and the installation went very well and the receiver works great and looks great
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Crutchfield customer from Woodbury, TN on 5/19/2020
2000 Jeep Wrangler
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CDE 172 BT is amazing
Crutchfield customer from San Diego, CA on 5/18/2020
1997 Ford Mustang
Don't be fooled by the price, this deck does it well. Has the sub output and goes great with the polk audio dB 572s. It color changes to match your ride or the inside.
Pros: Great product
Cons: None, you need this
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Crutchfield customer from Vermillion, SD on 5/17/2020
2003 Jeep Wrangler
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Perfect fit
Crutchfield customer from Philadelphia, PA on 5/17/2020
2004 Hyundai Elantra
Excellent radio. Sounds great and fitted perfectly on my 2004 Hyundai Elantra. Thanks again Crutchfield for your service. I will definitely hit again.
Pros: Sounds are great
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Crutchfield customer from Atascadero, CA on 5/16/2020
2002 Ford Focus ZX3
Good for the price. Nothing fancy but it has everything that I need. It connects to Bluetooth very quickly. The buttons are hard to read in the sun light, and a little too bright at night.
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Crutchfield customer from Sullivan, IL on 5/16/2020
1998 Pontiac Firebird
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Crutchfield customer from Bakersfield, CA on 5/16/2020
2007 Chevrolet HHR
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Crutchfield customer from Ridgway, CO on 5/16/2020
1997 Toyota T100
Just exactly what I was looking for. Basic but all the features I needed. Great price. Fast shipping.
Pros: Easy to use
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Crutchfield customer from Cincinnati, OH on 5/15/2020
Not as much power as i thought but i haven't learned all the features yet and i haven't added my amp and sub yet either
Pros: Lots of features
Cons: Not enough power
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Crutchfield customer from Newnan, GA on 5/14/2020
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Love the radio and the control buttons.
Pros: Sleek. Looks good in vehicle.
Cons: Mounting screws to attach bracket to radio were too short.
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Awesome unit for a good price.
Crutchfield customer from Canton, OH on 5/13/2020
2001 Dodge Durango
Very good head unit. Alpine has always made a good product. The 4 volt preouts are awesome.
Pros: Came with free install kit and harness for my truck.
Cons: Wish unit came with a faceplate case.
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Exact!
Crutchfield customer from Leesburg, FL on 5/13/2020
Product was exactly as described, exactly what I needed, and delivered at exactly the right time! I will never deal with anyone else when it comes to my car audio needs!
Pros: Bluetooth capabilities, easy to navigate, great quality.
Cons: None.
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Another great buying experience.
Crutchfield customer from New Bern, NC on 5/13/2020
2005 Honda Element
Bought this for my wife for Mother's Day. I did the install myself. Crutchfield's instructions and accessories made it easy. She is very happy with the radio and I look like a pro. Thanks Crutchfield!
Pros: Great radio, great support, great price.
Cons: One wire was not an exact match. When I connected them everything was fine.
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Great System
Crutchfield customer from Chesapeake, VA on 5/12/2020
1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Absolutely flawless sound! Love all of the additional features. The display colors are my favorite. I had this installed in a '93 Cutlass Supreme and it took about a day to get everything hooked up. We bought the Siriux XM system as well (make sure you put the antenna on the outside of the car!)
Pros: Bluetooth, USB, Aux, display colors, Sirius XM compatibility
Cons: The microphone
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Crutchfield customer from Palatka, FL on 5/12/2020
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
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Great stereo, great site
Crutchfield customer from Chicago, IL on 5/10/2020
2009 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra
I'm very happy with my purchase and very happy with my overall purchase expearance ,I really found the reviews very helpful ,seems like I have on the fourth stereo since I purchased my Harley Davidson 5 years ago ,I think this Alpine is the best one yet .
Pros: Easy to install ,easy site to compare all the major brands
Cons: I wish I knew about this sooner
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Crutchfield customer from Flowery Branch, GA on 5/10/2020
1991 Ford F Series
Nothing like my old kenwood
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Crutchfield customer from Hendersonville, TN on 5/3/2020
2006 Jeep Liberty
Easy install and great music! Even with my stock speakers. Has the blue tooth that I needed.
Pros: all Pros!!
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Crutchfield customer from Martinsville, VA on 5/3/2020
2004 Nissan 350Z
Works easy and has good sound..in my 350 nissan z.(which had a old boss system( w/cassette player lol)the reason I bought the alpine was all for the bluetooth..works great
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Cons: Wiring could have been made more simplified..but she's all good...
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Steven from Jackson on 5/2/2020
1999 Dodge Dakota
Awesome sound !!!! EZ to setup Bluetooth Flawlessly works with Pandora I am 100% satisfied
Pros: Easy setup and great sounding, it woke up the '99 Dakota
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Hilo, HI on 4/30/2020
Alpine is always impressive sounds great I always buy alpine
Pros: Sounds great
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Oak Park, MI on 4/29/2020
2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
great basic deck for the money.. easy install, plenty of options.
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Perfect Buy
Crutchfield customer from Cincinnati, OH on 4/28/2020
2003 Chevrolet Suburban
Great product. Exactly what I needed and affordable.
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Great Unit!
Crutchfield customer from Calhoun, GA on 4/26/2020
1994 Ford F Series
I love the product, so far. It has plenty of options for music listening (tuner, Sirius XM, Bluetooth, Pandora and auxiliary.) I like using Crutchfield because their service techs respond quickly and are very helpful in troubleshooting any problems I may have with items I purchase.
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Great Entry stereo to Alpine!!
Crutchfield customer from Hernandez, NM on 4/24/2020
2003 Toyota Tacoma
Easy to use stereo with great features. Plays music with enough power for stock listening, but upgrade the factory speakers and its sounds so much better! The Bass feature definitely puts some depth to the tunes and with no problems. Overall for a nice well rounded entry market stereo I'd say it's worth the price for what you get. If you don't need fancy shmancy, this stereo definitely gets the job done. If you are an audiophile and require quality, looks to alpines top model offerings! I had a CDA-9884 from 2011 that I bought from crutchfield and installed myself. It was still going as strong as the day I bought it, just very outdated lacking BT built-in, usb or aux jack.
Pros: Easy to use Decent power Simple straightforward design
Cons: Requires Microphone plugged into jack in back of unit for BT phone calls No fold down face
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Crutchfield customer from Huntsville, AL on 4/20/2020
1993 Mazda RX7