Customers express satisfaction with the sound quality, ease of use, installation, and affordability of the Bluetooth Digital Media Receiver with Alexa Built-In and Satellite Radio Ready. They appreciate the clear and powerful sound, user-friendly interface, simple installation process, and reasonable price point.
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Pros mentioned:
Price
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.
The product is a good product,not that expensive,and do what you need it to. Do
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Radio Install
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The workers were fast and kept the car clean. The radio is great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Value
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy installation and works great! I love the Bluetooth capability
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Kemwood car radio
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy hassle free installation, super high quality sound, easy Bluetooth connection, easy microphone installation, must purchase the correct double bin installation kit plus speaker wire adapters to make this installation even easier and pleasant.
Easy navigation and set up,
Loving this radio.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great sound and features - hot heat sink on back
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a great value for the money. There are several of these styles of head units in different brands but I went with Kenwood as I've had Kenwood head units before and they have been of great quality. I'm not disappointed with how it's performed and glad I went with it. The only concern I have is that the heatsink on the back gets extremely hot if using the head unit speaker outputs. The higher end units use a fan to cool the internal amp but this one doesn't and I was worried about it overheating. I have bunch of old computer chipset heat sinks and was able to secure a descent sized one on the surface of the head unit heat sink to dissipate the heat further and it seems to have helped quite a bit and I have more confidence I won't have any issues, but I do worry that could be a problem if not addressed when running the internal amp for speakers. I may switch to an external amp down the road anyway, but for now I'm comfortable with it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
it Bumps with a Kicker
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love Kenwood bought this unit because my Kid didn't want a touch screen,Paired it with a Kicker amp a 4 Polk 6.5 spkrs and it Sounds Crisp with a lot of Bump.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Kenwood car stereo
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I found this stereo very easy to install and has many features that make it sound very good, i also used a car installation kit for the trimto make it look more professional
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Installation, Sound quality
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Worked for 4 months - Then Quit
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good news: Best price I could find for a replacement receiver for an older car. The installation is straightforward and pretty easy for anyone to accomplish.
The receiver worked and sounded great with the original factory speakers in 1999 Toyota Camry.
Bad news: Receiver stopped working after 4 months out of the blue. Fuses fines and power to unit OK. Unit just died. A bit of research I did online shows that the unit has issues with getting hot and is likely an issue.
Should have purchased the Best Buy warranty. Kenwood warranty is a bit cumbersome and basically, I am on the hook for the cost of shipping to Kenwood Repair and then hope for the best in getting it back in a timely manner.
I ended up just buying another receiver online with next-day delivery and installed. The original receiver is sitting on the floor in the garage.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from JVCKENWOOD USA Team
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Hello Valued Customer, thank you for sharing your experience and review! We greatly appreciate your honest feedback as it gives us a better understanding of where we need to improve. We'd like to learn more about the specific issue that you are experiencing, with the receiver, so that we can provide you with a solution. Please call us at 800-536-9663 or e-mail us at [email protected] to advise us of your specific issue and we'd be more than happy to help you. Thank you for choosing KENWOOD!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid performer
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Compared to the Sony DSX series which I'd give 9/10, this is probably an 8. The Sony offers more power and can drive a sub. This Kenwood provides clear audio with tons of audio customization options, almost too many. The large display and volume knob keep my eyes on the road and Bluetooth pairing is consistent and easy. Interestingly, it uses a programmable timer to control the dimmer rather than a wired dimmer switch. Through the app there's a limitless selection of display colors, making it easy to match the factory look. It fits flush with a Metra double DIN kit for a super clean install.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Car stereo
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This device was easy to install. Easy to use. Great sound. Loading with features.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great stereo
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I installed it myself and it works great. For the price range I'd definitely go with this model. Its simple and yet very sleek. 5/5
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good bluetooth radio
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Made my stock speakers sound way better. Powerful enough for what I need. The menu’s can get complicated though.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Kenwood Receiver purchaser
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This was a good purchase, Kenwood - Bluetooth Digital Media Receiver with Alexa Built-In and Satellite Radio Ready. Very nice unit and easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Kenwood
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy to program sounds better then Pioneer. Bluetooth music sounds better too.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Kenwood radio
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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 this!! So colorful and it was so easy to install!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Car stereo
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My son loves his new car stereo the Bluetooth works great
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bluetooth, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid Deck
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy to use and full of listening and safety options such as usb and bluetooth.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Awesome! Very satisfied with this car stereo. Perfect with me JBL speakers on my accord 2001!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Old audio head
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Kenwood, great brand since i was a youngster. Fit perfect, good looks, and works perfect for my needs. Bluetooth connects easily.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Radio
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Awesome radio and easy installation. Great price and value.