Thank goodness for someone who speaks clearly, at a sensible pace and doesn't bombard us with 'techno' jargon. Congratulations, well done.

I've already gotten a double din non-touch unit in my car, but I'm looking to upgrade. Watching these videos make me proud to call myself a Crutchfield customer

It's apparently been a long time since I've had to consider replacing a car stereo. Thank you. Your video was incredibly helpful for both what to buy and how to install it.

I've bought a new headunit, and now a 4 channel amp and new speakers. I doubt I could have done it without Crutchfield, but they make it so easy and include everything you need. Next step, sub and amp!

Crutchfield such an innovative company keeping up with the times. And support is second to none in this industry.

This video came right up as I was thinking to upgrade my Nissan Rogue 2011 with a Double Din Touchscreen, and know I know even more of how they work and the feature they can have, thanks guys. 👌🏻

damn y’all, i found this video then spent the last two hours finding my perfect radio. honestly what we’re the odds it’d b this easy i thought i’d be at it for weeks trynna find all the right parts and stuff to fit my almost 40 yr old car. really a great company

Thank you thank you thank you thank you. Just ordered from your site. I knew next to nothing about car stereos and speakers and now after watching just 2 of your videos and the helpful step by step advice on the website I know I can do this!

A great video. Very professional: good content, clearly communicated

Crutchfield is absolutely amazing. Ordered an Alpine from there and was blown away by how consistently friendly and super knowledgeable all the reps were.

Your website is great. Thanks for your effort.

You are amazing

For my own personal needs I don’t like touch screen on my car stereo, Im going old school and I like the idea of some of Sonys line up single dins with usb auxiliary input 6 band eq with spectrum analyser large easy to read text a dot matrix or 7segment lcd display and push buttons preferred over touch screens but hay everyone’s needs is different and that’s my personal preference.

I can't imagine spending the money for something like this without a CD or Cassette player. It's not an upgrade any other way.

Bless you. Made my life a hell of a lot easier.

Love you're videos very helpful on picking what one needs thank you

Your knowledge is at next level..!

I went to I went to your website right away. Thanks that’s helpful my Subaru outback 2014 is terrible. You can’t go past level 24 rock music sounds bad you can’t rock out you can’t listen to classical music. Listen to Irish music with bagpipes that sounds like a dying goose and as an age, I realize that I’m always an old rocker and I wear earplugs too concerts but yet my hearing is diminished and the taste level music on the radio is terrible so yeah poor generation next ❤❤ rock ‘n’ roll alive

I already have a H/U but the info J R provides is worth the watch. I just finished. Choosing an amp choosing car speakers my stocks are poop lol

Thanks for being plain-spoken and just delivering information. No hysteria, jargon, or over-production. My vehicle can take a double DIN unit but I really like the look of that floating screen....so back to the drawing board.

Hi , can a pionneer stereo car ( MVH-S622BH ) be installed in a chevy spark 2020 ?! Thx for ur advice .

your site doesn't have Renault , and I want to change my radio on my 2005 clio 2 , but the video was useful

What do I need to look for to watch DVD’s, movies, tv shows? Stream Netflix etc? I like taking road trips with my Kia Soul and camping in my car. I don’t need to set up a tent and I can control the temp year round while I sleep running the car. Plus it’s cheaper and cleaner than a hotel/motel room and with far better views. I don’t have to have a DVD player/cd player but a having a player is a huge plus for me. I’ve been using my phone and I’m ready for something better to use my cars speakers so my son and wife can enjoy the audio with me.

Ok that's a great information video thank you. See u soon

Great video . But unfortunately it will never apply to the 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport which is without a doubt the most challenging vehicle in the world in terms of audio upgrades .

Very clear explanation, great video

Which of the major car stereo brands still have models with a true built-in GPS/antenna that does not rely on cellular connections when they're absent?

People that have newer cars have the feature when you plug your phone in and then it automatically goes to the stereo why I hate that and most people I know hate that so then they can’t charge their phone in their car without it going to the stereo, the navigation screens for radios nowadays are actually so distracting get press five things to get it to work I’m sticking with the basic radio with the CD player speakers and subwoofers.

What a great video, very informative. Thank you.

Awesome video keep up the good work

Sorry for my English. I hope that always reaping successes. I had not subscribed, worse for several years I have been using your site to keep up to date with technology. Maybe you can help me: I'm looking for a Radio or DVD for a vehicle, but I would like you to have a spectrum analyzer, in any brand or model. Could you recommend one, please. Thank you in advance for your time. Otto, El Salvador, Central America.

Sweet. Thanks, dudes.

Nice and very well detailed. 👌👍😇

Hi. I have a Toyota GF-AT212 (CARINA) (year 1999) I want to pimp out. I'm looking for a double din capacitive touch screen, with rear camera support, good quality music output, USB support (maybe a sd card as well) and call support. Optional stuff: android auto and gps

Nice video I have a question for you a pionner car radio fh-s51bt what is the clipping volume?

I just bought a Dual DC207BT CD/receiver and am now having buyer's remorse. It sounds worse that my original factory unit (2005 Honda CR-V), and the AM radio keeps fading in and out. I'd like to get something that sounds brighter and bigger without shattering the windows.

IMHO, touchscreens are overrated. The car stereo is for connecting your phone to the cars speakers and microphone, and it is nice to have CD/aux/USB input for playing audio from other sources. Also, nothing beats real buttons in a functional layout and a nice big volume knob.

Damn. I really want one without a screen but I’m kind of dependent on my back up camera :(((

Hello my name is John I just purchased a kenwood excelon stereo for my 2003 gmc envoy come to find out the wireing harness that connects to my old stereo not compatible with the kenwood how can I fix this

Amazing video.

Can i ask how much is cost to finland to send bracket? i need to install after market radio since my old toyota radio was not get any sound

Kindly help me make addition on the better option between pioneer AVH 9259 and Sony XAV-AX8100

Where is the on/off button on the ilx-650

I need a radio that Has an OBD2 Reader so we could tune and maintain my car/truck

I have a 2001 acura cl type s with navigation system, and I am trying to find a stereo that will support my two ten inch subs with a 1400 watt amp and I don’t know if there is a huge difference between all the stereos for a connection to my subs

Hello, could you help me? I have a Nissan Pathfinder 2011 with bose sound, all stock, amp, stereo, subwoofers, etc. I would like to add a stereo unit(Sony DSX A410BT 4X50W) to use as principal audio source and the original stereo keep as reverse camera and stock functions But the door speakers are Bose speakers connected to a Bose Amp(I think it's a Infiniti FX Bose Amp, not sure), need to know if I´ll need to buy an extra amp, use the same amp or just connect stereo to door speakers Also I'm going to add a Rockford P2D4 subwoofer and a 600W mono amp as I saw at your review/page, so ATM can´t spend more money on a newer stereo/amp for speakers :(

Question! So I’m looking at upgrading my current stereo. I currently have an older pioneer stereo in there right now. However I want something that delivers around as much power and something I can just enjoy. I want wireless Apple Car Play along with easy use. However I also just want a few features I can just play around with here and there. I was looking at the Alpine Halo9 iLX-F509 however I’m not sure what would be needed to access the HDMI input. I was wondering how I would do that. Any and all possible ways so I can choose what would be the easiest and safest plan of action.

Do you have audio to fix Toyota Matrix 2010？ Including GPS , Blue tooth & back up camera. Thanks Peter

Which stereo can I put in my Toyota runx

Jesus. Just found out about this company yesterday. Just wow man. woww

Can you recommend a stereo with a microphone input. We have a van 12 passenger van we want to put a couple speakers in back so folks in the back can hear the driver. We have an in dash radio at the moment. Thanks!

I would like to upgrade the unit and add Amp and swap the speakers but not sure what to choose can you recommend a good package it doesn't matter if it's has android or no I prefer better sound quality with Bluetooth and backup camera support My car is camry 2000 Japan build regular no jbl system

Hi i do have my Toyota CHR 2018 which doesn’t comes with the Apple play or Android play option. So which aftermarket head unit would be suitable which have them both Apple and Android play options? Thanks in advance.

I went on your website and entered the 2014 outlander and it said that vehicle hasnt been researched as yet. Any advice on which radio upgrade I should get. I mainly want one with apple car play.

Hay JR why are the wires smaller on new stereos. Stereos from the past had 18G wire and today they have 22G.

I play my CD’s in my car everyday. Unfortunately OEM’s have basically eliminated this feature from new models. I’m looking for a new digital touch audio with a cd player for my 2023 car.

I have a 2009 Belta looking for a awesome stereo for the dash ..

Hi there great review! One thing I am not sure on how to pick up the best sounding head unit? regardless of Single DIN double DIN. What should I look for that this head unit will produce the best quality sound ?

does the specs of the radio effect apple CarPlay, e.g if I buy a radio with 2gb ram for CarPlay will it be worse if so how much than a higher ram radio? as isn't it just a display for your phone so wouldn't effect it?

Hello, I checked in your website if you have Seat as an option but unfortunetaly you don't so I was wondering if you can tell me here in the comments if you know any multimedia that will be okay for me. The Seat model is 6J 2013 (Kombi) and I was looking for a multimedia with that I can answer easy calls and change music from spotify and maybe screen mirror on my phone (an Iphone). I don't really need a CD player, as I would probably never use it. It would be cool if I can also download some apps and stuff.

I have a 1940 Pontiac coupe. Being built into a street rod. Wanted to upgrade with a complete custom center console. Want to add touch screen,gps, and back up camera. Bigger screen would be nice.what do you recommend.

I have a 2000 2nd gen could you point me in the right direction for a head unit

It's really hard to get a stereo without BT, something classic. It's enough if you can connect the phone with a normal cable. A filter like that would be nice.

is there any way i can have an external dial on my dash for volume?

I had watched this video several months ago, but I wasn't looking to upgrade my OEM head unit at the time. Now that I'm ready I have one question, I have a Sirius XM account, would I be able to have my XM account transferred over to my new head unit?

What is better for 2011 Ford Fiesta sel sedan. It’s kinda hard to replace it coz it’s to large open.

Which one do you recommend for 2008 buick Lucerne?

I have an older Chevy truck (99 Tahoe). You know what I want? I don't want some fancy-ass touch screen with navigation and multicolored display and rearview camera capability, etc., and I don't want to have to worry about double-DIN/1.5-DIN or whatever! ALL I WANT is some sort of unit I can mount ANYWHERE in my vehicle. Maybe even underneath next to the gas tank if I so desire. It holds all my tunes, etc. Probably there's an amp that you add to it. Then it connects to the output from your truck head unit, maybe there's a wiring harness you attach, and it switches the speaker output between your head unit and this wonder box down by my gas tank. It's all controlled by some app on my phone. I can load this thing up with all my music, don't have to worry about installing some new head unit with all the hassles and expense that come with that. Maybe it's compatible with Apple CarPlay. Just ideas off the top of my head, here. Not a car sound system expert, obviously. Does such a thing (or anything similar) actually exist?

I have a mazda mx5 nb looking for a screen with hi quality

Any recommendations on a touch screen for a 2007 mustang with a shaker 500 system? I would like to have a backup camera but that's not a necessity, I really just want an upgrade from what I currently have. I'm not after anything fancy just something that's compatible with the sound system.

Do they still make cd stereos?

Good to go

Why does the web site tell me that I can't replace my car stereo. I have Lexus LS 430. I seen plenty of people replace the radio without issues to the car. Sense I have it I've done a lot of research. It's possible. Trying find a web site I can trust to buy from.

Why can i not do a head unit based in volts?????????? On your website

Was nt expecting such a wealth of info in the video … but I’m at s loss maybe you can hep ! Wanted to upgrade a radio from Toyota 1.4d auris ( aura ) 2015 Not getting many hits on my post / question ? ( on google ) Any ideas ? I’d like to be able to get a radio / unit that would support CarPlay and Bluetooth My car has neither of these I do have usb and 3,5 audio Can you help or give an email or link for help Thank you in advance Paul

K but do double din stereos have more power for speakers?

Sir. Do you ship outside usa

Radio recommendations for rav4 2019?

How much r your touch screen stereo

I’ve got a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. I’d like to update it to the dash mounted backup camera and screen. It has a THX stereo from the factory. Is this possible? I’m not sure if it’s double din or not.

Good vid for the noobs

Who makes the best sounding cd tuner max $300 assuming your speakers are good enough already

You should seriously consider changing the titlle of this video from "How to Choose a Car Stereo" to "What is a Stereo" lol

My monte carlo has a cassette and cd player. I could never take it out. Never!

Wait a minute. Did you just say using your smartphone for texting while driving. That's a no no.

You dont have a radio that fits my car with out those cheap plastic kits

All this dude talks about is touchscreen stereos 😭☠️

Just bought a 2011 Hyundai Elantra and I want to put a stereo with back up camera what do you recommend

Who makes the best sounding cd tuner max $300 assuming your speakers are good enough already