Customers highly value the wireless CarPlay, sound quality, and ease of use of this 7" digital media receiver. Many appreciate the numerous features and generally positive installation experience. However, some users report issues with screen brightness in daylight and occasional problems with the backup camera and connectivity. Overall, the positive feedback on key features outweighs the reported drawbacks.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Amazing audio system device you can use CarPlay as well make phone calls and it has a gps.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony Car Receiver & iBeam Rear View Camera Install
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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.
Needed new Car Stereo and backup Camera for 2007 Truck. Install was supposed to take 4 1/2 hours. Ralph at Mueller Rd Best Buy got done in 2 hours. Perfect clean install. Sony receiver is great, Rear view camera is awesome - better than wife's new Suburban. Great job to Ralph the Installer, who was amazing.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Wireless carplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the wireless android auto
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love it in my 2007 Rav4. Wireless android auto works great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Good radio
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So i needed to upgrade my 2014 toyota fj cruiser radio. Because the bluetooth set up was a nightmare. Especially on long road trips. Everytime you turned the suv off you had to set everything back up. I like to listen to books and podcasts while i drive to make the time pass faster and it was a massive pain in the butt.
I settled on this sony radio so far its ony had a few hiccups. It takes a minute to paur to phone and its frozen once so far. But still easier than factory radio. I like that it has my audio books ready togo and i can see my gps on the screen.
Its decent for the price
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2008 Toyota Highlander
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Outstanding installation and service by Jayden at the Bridgewater NJ store
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi SteveK, awesome! We're truly delighted to to learn that you are pleased with the outstanding installation and service you received. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Romeo
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Car Stereo by Sony - Can't go wrong with this one
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Sony is a good brand for these types of car stereos, I purchased mine back in May and I do not have regrets. It works amazingly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi MarioC, Thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like your new car media player. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony. -Craig
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony is the business
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Easy to install, good quality and easy to operate.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Choice
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This replaced my factory am/fm radio in my Jeep Wrangler, so anything would have been an upgrade. But I am really happy with this. Everything worked flawlessly. I can't say enough good things about it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony AX4000 radio
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Installed in a 2014 Explorer and it works and looks good. Enjoy the wireless feature of the radio and works great with my android phone. I added the backup camera and the quality is also good.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bluetooth 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 to use and the screen size is perfect. I’m very happy with this purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Stereo 2010 camaro
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great stereo! Not as loud as factory but having touch screen is way better.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Disappointed....been with you guys over 10 years
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Already not working. Will have to come back again.. had 4 visits teying to get my Fold Z4 replaced through totaltech.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Wireless carplay
Cons mentioned:
Screen brightness
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Satisfied - Overall A Great Product
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
While it can do a lot more, I mainly chose it for backup camera input and wireless apple carplay for navigation, phone calls and text messages. It is responsive without any significant delays both to touch inputs or voice commands. I had it hooked up to my existing Alpine speakers and subwoofer in my Jeep Wrangler 2015. Sound output is good for music. Comes with microphone for voice control and works well with Siri. One issue is the screen which appears fine when you look at it straight ahead in the store display but it appears a little fuzzy when you look at it from an angle from the driver seat.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Screen brightness
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Bang for Buck
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Seems to be the only option I could find for Wireless Android Auto with physical volume buttons within its price range. Works better than expected. Only few draw backs are the screen is not capacitive touch (still very responsive though) and it's not an AMOLED screen therefore the brightness may be an issue for some installation layouts with the sun washing the screen visibility. The plus side to this though is there are no fingerprints or smudges on screen at all. Overall, for my installation, very pleased with product.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hello LorenB,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re excited to hear that the XAVAX4000 surpassed your expectations for Wireless Android Auto with physical volume buttons in its price range, and that you’re very pleased with it in your installation. We appreciate you noting the responsive non-capacitive screen and how the non‑AMOLED display can affect brightness in some layouts, while also preventing fingerprints and smudges—thanks for sharing such thoughtful, balanced feedback.
Best regards, -Fred
Pros mentioned:
Wireless carplay
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great radio!
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love the instant connection once i get in my car and thats its anti glare. Only 2 cons with this radio is the slight lag when changing songs and the incompatability with my steering wheel control. Aside from that, i love it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Backup camera, Screen brightness
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
It's okay, but..
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good, but not perfect by any means. Sounds good - - not great. Sound on Android Auto tends to drop out some depending on the weather and where I happen to be driving at the time. My main issue is that the screen really leaves much to be desired. It's supposed to be an anti-glare screen - - but when sunlight hits it tends to wash out the entire screen. I would rather have a regular screen, I think - - it's quite a problem when using the backup camera as it renders it almost useless. Again, a decent unit with some issues.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Wireless carplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Headunit
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love this head unit. It is extremely responsive, sounds amazing, and the wireless CarPlay connects extremely fast. There is only a slight delay in the music compared to the phone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Wireless carplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome steep with wireless Apple car play
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very very good head unit (stereo), really made my speakers pop with more power to them. Interface is very easy to use and can’t go wrong with the wireless Apple car play!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Nick! Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback about the XAV-AX4000. We are immensely pleased to hear that the stereo has really made your speakers "pop" with more power! It's fantastic to know you are impressed with the audio upgrade and the simple, intuitive interface, especially the convenience of the wireless Apple CarPlay.
Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, Estefany
Pros mentioned:
Wireless carplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing radio with overwhelming support
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I recently purchased the Sony 7” Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Digital Media Receiver (Maestro Compatible - Black), and I couldn’t be happier with the product and service I received. The receiver itself is sleek, user-friendly, and makes driving so much more enjoyable with seamless wireless connectivity.
What really stood out was the amazing service from Justin. He went above and beyond to ensure the entire exchange process was smooth and stress-free. Justin’s professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail made the experience outstanding. On top of that, he worked quickly to get me scheduled for another installation within a very short timeframe, which I truly appreciated.
Thanks to both the quality of the Sony receiver and Justin’s top-notch support, this has been one of the best customer service experiences I’ve had. I highly recommend both the product and working with Justin for anyone considering a similar upgrade!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi August,
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We're honored to hear how much you're enjoying the Sony XAV-AX4000 Digital Media Receiver.
It's great to know that the unit's sleek design and user-friendly interface have made your drives more enjoyable. The wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features are designed to provide seamless and convenient connectivity, and we're glad to hear they're making a real difference for you.
It's also great to hear that Justin provided you with such outstanding service and made the installation process so smooth and stress-free.
Thanks again for choosing Sony, and we hope you continue to enjoy the XAV-AX4000 for many miles to come!
Regards, Dominick
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality, Wireless carplay
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
its ok, but a little expensive for what you get.
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Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Overall Ok system. it does exactly what i need it to do. sound and power and great as a replacement for stock stereos that have dual din and no Android auto or Car Play options. but there are probably better options for a lower price. i was too lazy to look, and had a more expensive is better. plus i took the word of the Install tech.
Pros:
easy to use.
lots of eq customizing
Wireless Android Auto and Carplay
Wired USB-C conection
SXM radio ready
Cons:
- No Loud Button,
- Wireless connection is not consistent (Connects a majority of the time but there are times where i have to turn the truck of completely for 10 seconds and restart so that the Deck shuts off long enough to repair the connection. this is only for inital connections and not during driving)
- no Remote included
- For custom Setup, an amp is needed even for mids and highs.