I’m with you man, the knob is so much more practical than tiny little up and down buttons to find while you’re driving. I bought my last last kenwood doubledin in part just because it had a knob

it would mess with the pure screen factor of the screen but a wireless knob or using steering wheel controls from the wheel or even doing what the new mustang mach e does with the knob over the screen would be possible

Agreed, ironically the cheapest Sony, the XAV-AX100 (or 1000) has a knob and it's brilliant.

You should make one and make a killing off it

seriously.. with bezels that big you would think they could put that in.

Volume knob is a must for me.

@@JP-it9ie 100%. When a good song comes on its a better feeling turning it up with a knob rather than press and hold or press press press.

Yup each press can be exponential :) I had a press volume freeze at 47 out of 50 :(

@@trucavalier haha not that its funny but man i know you were heeaated. Especially when you first turn the car on and just starts blasting aw man. I wish they had a setting that automatically resets the volume to like 5 or something whenever you restart the car.

Nah man. 1300$ as is. A volume knob would make this like 2000$. We give you reason to upgrade next year. so JR can read another script. But seriously. Especially in a system where the unit is up top. How is someone going to reach those buttons? I'm 6'4" with long arms, and even I struggle with front buttons sometimes. Knob is quick. Having to keep tapping a button sucks. Not every single car has steering wheel controls.

Pioneer Nex wishes they could include wireless CarPlay 😂

@@thekidblack111 they do. Their software is actually super good, the processor is just so under powered and underwhelming

wt8600nex owner here, no complaints on performance and wireless carplay works flawlessly. Happy to see Sony joining the OEM+ looking display, but lets shrink those bezels for the love of God.

@@a1ansxe how were you blessed with a unit that doesn’t suck? I don’t mean to sound harsh but it was a terrible experience for me and finding many others on the forums reporting the same issues had me ripping it out of the dash and just selling it in a hurry. Phone calls sounded weird and robotic, Siri responses were weird and deranged, wireless CarPlay range was very flaky. Some days it worked with my phone in my left pocket, some days I had to set my phone right next to the stereo.

@@stevey500 That sounds horrible! The wireless range is shit but as long as its in the cab I haven’t had an issue. All the other issues you mentioned are also non existent for me, that both on the original firmware, and the most recent that i updated to about 3weeks ago. I guess I should count my blessings.

Not everything. Left out the brightness of the screen while sun is shinning on it.

Did u have a problem with gps antenna dropping signal?

Wouldn't the head unit itself handle the sound adjustment and control?

With his list of goodies he'll want a separate DSP. Audio Control or Rockford DSP's. What I'm wondering how much dynamat have you soaked in your car? Being 2020 it's tight now but, with Skars monster subs(if they are in a proper slot ported box) will create massive wavelengths. Doors, quarters and roof will all be flexing. Not to mention the deck lid. Every panel that vibrates your loosing SQ and DB's. One last thing 2 limitless lithium? How many hours? Did you upgrade your alternator as well that Toyota with an enormous amount of electronics help running the engine, all sensors, safety systems HD lights, that pulls a ton of amperage. Your handicapping your system and compromised your cars ability to run properly. I've been a auto collision body and painter for 31yrs also a car audio installer on the side since I was 18. I'm 50. Giving you knowledge I didn't have when I started. I currently have 2 -18" Skar EVL's in a custom built (by me) 8.2 cu.ft box in a Yukon Denali tuned to 32hz. Fosgate mids and highs front to rear. Sony 7" HD head unit. 152.89 on less than 3.5k total rms on subs. Custom panels melding everything together to make it look like it was supposed to be there. I love Sony, but to many no's for me on that head unit. There is Zero chance that floating screen will stay on when I get over the 149 mark. I'm like most people...still knobs. I use my steering controls.

@@tangomantactical I'm sorry man but you think too much.

How'd it go?

How’s it going? Thinking about picking it up in Japan.

Right! We love that they didn't waste materials to make the chassis bigger than it needs to be to house all the hardware

@@crutchfield i think you misunderstood lol

Excited for you!

Did you do it I just got a Rav4

Get that RAV4 Prime, baby! Plug-in hybrid is the way to go.

Good catch .... Our presenter is clueless.

That's great! 🙂

Yes, their ES gear is fantastic! 🙂

Yeah reminds of alpine's "halo" line up.

Could have easily fit a volume knob in that bezel space, too. :(

Yes lol

I was actually thinking about that. This unit other than that is almost perfect!

+1 .. Agreed. .. Fancy EQ, big deal. . Where is the DSP ala time alignment, et cetera?

you're not gonna find a HU like this with this screen without bezels like those ain't happening

@@andrewjarvis7777 I didn’t say I’d want no bezels at all. Some EV car manufacturers already have screens with very slim bezels. It makes it look more attractive by 500% than a unit that has large unsightly bezels

@@grandcalifornia8410 stock yeah, as part of an expensive vehicle, but no stand alone aftermarket HU will have slim bezels yet it's just too expensive, they'd have to price them at a point no one would buy

Awesome! Let us know how you like the Sony XAV-9500ES's sound and subwoofer controls.

IDK, this Sony ES radio is extremely impressive!😍

So the way I understand it is that Optical is digital, if you were to connect your phone (Digital) to the Head Unit (Digital) then again to the DSP which will convert the digital signal to Analog (RCAs) wont be any different than just connect your phone directly to the DSP through type C to toslink. When buying these high end Head Units you're paying a good chunk of it for the DAC built in, which I believe to be better than what most DSPs have inside of them.

@@Joe020man It all depends on your specific vehicle and system setup. There are some specific modern vehicles such as a few certain BMW's and Audi's that are known to have EMI and/or RFI inducted noise issues when trying to install an aftermarket car audio system. It's also a problem in classic and muscle cars that have a very high output ignition spark system. In these systems, it's a huge advantage to have a digital optical output that is isolated from the electrical system of the vehicle, which eliminates ground loops and inducted noise. If you are going to use an outboard standalone DSP, a digital optical output is also desirable because it again mitigates inducted noise issues and ground loops, but also eliminates extra and unnecessary analog-to-digital & digital-to-analog conversions in the signal chain. In this case, Less is More. This Sony mobile ES head unit is one of the first with a fully Independent Left & Right GEQ or PEQ in the DSP section's network mode. This is extremely important if you want to achieve a realistic and balanced soundstage that floats way above your dash in your vehicle with lifelike tonality and realism. So if you are not going to use a separate DSP, the high quality ESS Sabre DAC in this Sony Mobile ES head unit is among the best on the market, even when compared to high end home audio equipment, and at this point in time, no other head unit has this INDEPENDENT Left & Right EQ functionality.

You don’t get hi-res audio with optical

@@cesarcervantes5840 Sorry Cesar, but you are incorrect. Yes, you can get "Hi-Res" 2-channel (stereo) digital audio via a Digital OPTICAL connection/cable, which includes Toslink Optical Cables using the Sony/Philips-developed S/PDIF protocol. "Hi-Res" is generally defined as any digital stereo (2 channel) audio signal that provides a higher Sample Rate and/or greater Wordclock Bit Depth as compared to the Redbook CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz. So even 24-bit/48kHz is considered "Hi-Res". A Digital Optical TOSlink cable (Toshiba-Link) using the industry standard S/PDIF protocol has a data rate of 125 megabits per second (Mbps) to 1.2 gigabits per second (Gbps). This bandwidth easily allows for the transmission of 2-channel Stereo at up to 24-bit at 96kHz sample rates. And FYI, the vast majority of recording studios and pop music is still produced at no higher than 24 bits at 96kHz sample rates, and often multi-tracks are just 24/48 to conserve CPU power and storage space during the mixing process. Using the same Optical "TOSlink" cable, but with the "ADAT Lightpipe" protocol, this same Optical cable can transmit 4 Channels of Digital Audio at 24 bits at 96kHz, or 2 channels at 24 bits & 192kHz. I actually do this Every Day in my home recording studio (I play drums/percussion & Saxophone) when recording using my MOTU 8Pre-ES USB/Thunderbolt audio recording interface connected to my computer and the PreSonus Studio One DAW/recording software. I also connect this MOTU 24/192 8-channel recording interface to an additional separate outboard 8-channel microphone Preamp/ADC unit (the Audient ASP-880) using a single Optical ADAT connection (the exact same cable & connectors as an Optical TOSlink cable) to add 8 More Channels of Uncompressed digital PCM audio recording at 24 bit resolution & 48kHz sample rates, or 4 channels at 24 bits & 96kHz sample rates. ALL over a Single OPTICAL Cable. Again, in the Recording Industry, "Hi-Res" is generally regarded as anything higher than the Redbook CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz. Please refrain from posting misleading information if you do not know the facts.

Exactly! :-) And the audio performance advantages that the Sony XAV-9500ES provides are tough to beat!

While your at it might as well just price it at $5000.

@@DataSpook Seems reasonable to expect those features for that much money plus those bezels are horrible

Sony is on crack 🤣🤣🤣

sony UI looks way better than the ugly android UI IMO. also, close to no one uses the hdmi features anyway

I’ll just buy an iPad and install it magnetically.

Chinese radio for $150 do it, while sony charges $1000 lol

Does your radio shakes with bass if so you got a bigger problem than that this radios come with screws they don’t shake at all

@@frank-ciscoaveragegamer5694 possibly a ground issue?

This is literally the 1st Android auto video that i clicked is it really that good?

@@Zebooty by far the best one made by Sony, there are competitors that make better models with volume knobs But my only issue is, they’re not made by Sony

Great radio choice! Enjoy!

High res 24/192 does not go over optical. Best you have over optical is 16/44. Look it up. Anyone running the GS9 knows this

@@russbalazs4020 not, optical is 24/96, coax 24/192. 16/44,1 is 💿 and rca. 16/48 in CarPlay audio.

We do have other options with a knob Would you like help choosing?

Nice choice!

You can actually customize what you want those top buttons to do--mute is one of the options!

We will be happy to help when that day comes!

Great choice there! Have any photos of your install?

Thanks, Jon!

The Sony XAV-9500ES does support the use of nav apps via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is also equipped with 3 composite video camera inputs for connecting multiple cameras (including a rearview and front camera - sold separately). You can manually select and switch between the camera images on the 10.1" monitor (only one camera image can display at a time).

The larger screen options like this one offer around a 2" adjustment up or down. This one offers height up/down +/- 2.375". Have you considering a smaller screen that fits inside the dash instead?

I have watched your video more than five times in the past year. I am trying to convince myself that the bezels are not a big deal, however, I can't seem to pass around it, and here I am, watching the video once again.

As of right now, the Sony XAV-9500ES Digital Multimedia Receiver is current and Sony does not list any upcoming replacement.

We actually carry installation kits that are car specific and we can retain the steering wheel controls in most cars. A wiring harness is required for that. What's the year, make, and model of your car? We can show you what's required to get that Sony installed!

@MI6 Rogue The separate iDataLink Maestro RR interface kit retains all of your OEM steering wheel controls and adds additional long press stereo control functions for each button if you want them. For instance, I assigned both the the up-and-down volume buttons to activate the MUTE function when they are long pressed. You can assign each steering wheel control button to activate any function that you want for both a short press and a long press of each button.

We recommend checking for steering wheel radio control interfaces that work with your vehicle and Sony radios. If you can find such an interface, then you should be able to keep those controls working with this radio

An you get them UK yet?

Sony is the only company that is adding in anti-glare tech to their displays instead of solely relying on the screen type to help reduce glare. They do make another model with similar abilities that has a lower price than the one in the video. It is the XAV-AX8100 model found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_158XAV8100/item.html

Sorry, we haven't researched that car so we have no fit information or installation items for it.

I noticed a wire on the pigtail in the back labeled "Camera" so it probably does

@dentoish that will be for reverse camera....my android unit has a 2nd input for front camera....you come out of reverse and it shows the front camera for 5 seconds....very handy when parking in a tight spot 😉

The unit has 3 camera inputs!

@@crutchfield @what's dave done Yes, It does have 3 camera inputs. HOWEVER, they are still Composite Video inputs from 1980's, LOL. :-/ Hellooo SONY, it's 2021and there's this thing called HD video and even UHD video that works via an HDMI interface, Yo! And not that this is a "bad" screen, but our smartphones have higher resolutions than this display, AND they are much smaller, so there's that as well. Oh, the new Kenwood XR 10.1" has 4 Camera inputs.

Hi Niko, there is no option to add wired Carplay to this model. We do have other models that do support both wired and wireless Apple CarPlay. What other features do you need? What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle?

Yes, this radio's screen will be visible and held outside the dash all the time.

@@crutchfield thank you kindly for clarifying 😊

You're welcome! If you need anything further, please let us know.

Which model do you have?

thats why i want this one , im over the usb

This Sony unit is a replacement radio for a vehicle. It does not have any built-in speakers. It does have a 4 channel amp built in as well as preamp outputs that allow amps to be used to power the speakers.

We will be happy to check. Did your Pathfinder come with factory installed navigation? Did it come with the Bose audio system?

Yes, this screen is big enough to run split screen with the smartphone interface navigation apps and SiriusXM tuner as well.

We need to know the key details about your specific Silverado. With a lot of vehicles an install interface is available to keep those features. Use our Vehicle Guide in the link below to enter your truck's details, select the Sony XAV-9500ES radio, and we will list all available installation packages and retained features. If you have any questions or need help selecting the right install package for you, do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-309-2795 and a live Advisor would be happy to help! www.crutchfield.com/m_266150/Car-Stereos.html

We do have a range of options. What features do you want to be sure your new radio has? What is the year, make, and model of your car?

@@crutchfield What would you recommend for a base (L) trim 2014 Toyota Corolla?

The Alpine iLX-507 receiver is very similar to this Sony with a smaller screen, still offers the charging ability, and can fit into the 2014 Toyota Corollas. It can be found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_500ILX507/item.html

The monitor does not move after being installed. During the installation, it can tilt up/down(+/- 10 degrees, be moved forward/backward +/- 0.75" (changes how close the screen is to the dash), move vertically up/down +/- 2.375", and lateral left/right +/- 1.0" to help find the optimal installation location for the vehicle its going into.

This receiver's audio settings do control the preamp outputs on it!

The Sony XAV-9500ES does not have a detachable face; but, we do have interface options you can use to maintain the factory Steering Wheel Controls with it. You can view those options via our online selector here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/car/carselector.aspx?lp=%2fcar%2foutfitmycar%2fmycar.aspx

That is not possible. The screen is designed to mount to the chassis

We are not able to install this receiver into your 2017 Mazda CX-3. We do have a couple receivers that can be installed into it. You can find them by using our online vehicle fit guide: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/car/carselector.aspx

It runs on 12V power. What vehicle do you have?

@@crutchfield 2008 Chevy cobalt. Has 50k miles on it and has been garaged for a long time(no rust).Great starter car, and for the most part it’s easy to mod :)

We could make the wiring work! But, we do not have a way to mount this radio in the dash. Our kit does not have a way to hold onto the chassis of this radio so it stays in place. We could wire it in, but cannot mount it in place. You might check with a custom installer to see if they could make a mounting kit for it.

@@crutchfield Gotcha! Thanks for responding! I’m actually amazed you guys take the time to respond to comments! Is there a more affordable radio that you would recommend for my car? I’m looking for something that has wireless CarPlay. An elevated screen is really cool, but I know those are definitely more expensive.

It looks like there are eight versions of the audio system in the 2008 Cobalt, but fit doesn't appear to be a major issue. To make sure we're working with the correct audio system and the right installation gear, I recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone or chat to discuss the vehicle's details. We can get a nice option for you! Check us out here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc313/support/ContactUs.aspx

The Kenwood DDX9707S receiver supports all that and can fit into the 2012 Honda Civics. Here it is: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/p_113DDX9707/item.html

Hi Ankit. I'm sorry, we have not researched that vehicle. That means we have no fit info or installation items for it. The The included source unit fits in a standard 2" single-DIN opening Once the source unit is mounted in the dash, the 10.1" touchscreen monitor attaches to the front of the source unit using the included hardware.