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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 42 reviews

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76%would recommend to a friend

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Customers praise the sound quality of the product, saying it sounds better than the original head unit and works exceptionally well. They also appreciate the convenience of the wireless CarPlay and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing them to easily listen to music and audiobooks through their car speakers. However, some customers have concerns about the screen, reporting issues with its responsiveness and visibility in sunlight.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Serious stereo glow up!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My 2009 Toyota Corolla is a little out dated to say the least, and this new stereo gave it a major glow up! I love that I can listen to Spotify, audiobooks, etc. through my car speakers with ease. Instead of battling the several Bluetooth or aux devices that were far less effective in the past. Plus the hands free calling is a game changer!! The microphone they install is top notch quality!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Killer Radio for the Price!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Kenwood DMX9708S is a powerhouse multimedia receiver that takes in-car entertainment to the next level. Featuring a high-resolution 6.95-inch touchscreen, it delivers crisp visuals and an intuitive user experience. With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wired & wireless), seamless smartphone integration is a breeze, making navigation, music streaming, and hands-free calls effortless. The Hi-Res Audio support ensures crystal-clear sound quality, while the 13-band EQ allows for customized audio tuning. Plus, with HD camera inputs, Bluetooth connectivity, and a sleek, modern design, the DMX9708S transforms any drive into a premium experience. Perfect for audiophiles and tech lovers alike!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kenwood dmx9708s

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I always been a fan of the kenwood line of stereos, but this one by far is the best I’ve had. Made my c5 corvette that much better. I highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kenwood

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great head unit, Works well , excellent installation

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent Conditions I really like it, I recommend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great but complicated

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great but to get everything adjusted well it takes a couple of steps and you need to have an understanding of how to adjust sound. It’s not for everyone but thankfully I have a knowledge of how to run sound so it wasn’t that difficult for me but the average person would probably get lost. Just let a professional do it for you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    You Get What You Pay For. Ready to Travel

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After attempting the SONY radio and the Wireless CarPlay not working correctly the techs convinced me to upgrade (for a modest fee, of course LOL) to this KENWOOD! It is FANTASTIC. The sound with my standard speaker package in my 2019 Kia Sorento sounds great. There are many more presets I’ll never use. Wireless CarPlay works without issue. Once phone connects in under 10 seconds, CarPlay picks up where my phone left off. The proper apps all work. The diagnostics display from my cars computer to the radio unit is so awesome. The radio works with the OEM camera from Kia and picture display is stupendous. I downloaded the KENWOOD app and was able put pictures from my phone on the display on the radio. I personally have no cons, OTHER than the price. $599 is kinda steep, however this radio has all the bells and whistles I wanted AND post COVID chip installed. Also included installation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Replacement radio

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was for my daughter’s 2015 Honda CRV. Sometimes the Bluetooth drops. The fit seems to be a hair to small. Barely noticeable. Clarity of the screen is good. Backup camera works well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My New Car Radio

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This radio is fantastic with great sound and works like a dream. Once I paired my phone with it, (which took only seconds), it automatically pairs with the car wirelessly as soon as I start it up and the map features from Google maps are great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Screen

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Andriod auto wireless- skips and losses connection

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wireless auto cuts out often like the old days when a cd would skip. Has android auto and has amazon music as a on screen app, but the voice assistant is google so when you try to launch music through amazon it defaults to youtube music and wont let you voice assist music. You could play from the screen and select playlist typing on the screen for selecting. From phone if you keep amazon music open with phone screen on, you can use alexa voice assistant then it plays into andriod auto. Also a few times the system info locks up shows still in a phone call or a text message notification coming in and or it thinks its still listening to assistant. Basically the andriod auto runs like junk, if you think buying a respectable brand going to help vs amazon unit it doesnt seem to help. I have $1,000 in unit and wiring harness and dash kit and it skips. The screen is dim, and in sunlight hard to see. Gauges are neat but probably rarely use for real information. Was able to clear a check engine code which is for my gas cap on my f150 is a capless system. And shows boost on turbo. Sound quality does seem better than stock head unit. The mirroring feature is just eh probably use it as often as i set in my truck with the parking brake on while leaving my car running. Like so often!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Unit! Love the back up camera too!

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Phenomenal unit. Best Buy install guru John did an unbelievable professional install. I had him add an amp, subwoofer and new door speakers and speakers on the floor behind the seats in my Nissan NV2500SV van. Music is like being 5 rows back from the stage of a live concert (if you want that)!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    nice upgrade for an older truck

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love it. Nice unit. Went with the Kenwood backup camera and Maestro upgrades. Glad I did. Nice features.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kenwood

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great double din deck for my car! If you seek quality audio and visuals this is it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    6.8 KENWOOD radio

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Thanks for explaining why the radio I had on first wasn’t the right one instead of making it work. The radio is a perfect fit and a better setup for me. %90 of people that seen in my car liked it and stayed it looks better than what I’ve had…

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Seamless

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great and everything I was looking for in a radio for my father. He knows his phone and the ability to communicate via CarPlay to make is time on drives seamless is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best radio ive had.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best radio ive bought this combined with the datalink has been perfect as an upgrade in my 2015 rav4 limited. I usually go with pioneer but I know kenwood is a good brand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kenwood

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the Radio! lots of features> best gift for any teenager!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    OEM Features Unlocked

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Gave me back my OEM dynamic guidelines, so now I can park like a normal person. Its expensive, but if you want OEM features, this is the one

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Upgraded stereo and kenwood did not disappoint. Had an older model before I upgraded and this is next level. Great touch response, bright screen, and perfect for Android auto and apple carplay.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great upgrade to the factory head unit in my challenger. Great sound and works great with my android phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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