What's the best 4" (2DIN) stereo receiver?

I have a 2008 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Access Cab, I need to know which stereo receiver is the best within the $300-$500 range.

I want to be able to utilize my ipod with the cable out of the front or the front and back.

I don't need the Blue Tooth but if it has it that's fine.

The 4" screen that is on display ALL the time, not the ones that open and close.

I don't need DVD but if they only have those its fine.

If possible (and you guys are really good), the MOST visible interface. I have poor vision and I want to be able to navigate the screens without always having my glasses.

^Don't worry I just wear reading glasses, I don't need them while driving ha.

Thanks guys.

 

I found the Kenwood DPX503 CD receiver, anybody recognize it?

 

It's pretty decent. Not a fan of kenwood's, the equalizers are all bass, no highs. If you're already paying $300 for that one look at full navigation style ones.

 

As long as I can set a custom equalizer setting I don' t mind because I always end up doing that anyway. How much are the full navigation/dvd style players? I would love to spend as little as possible ha

 

Does anybody have a photo of one of these stereos in a Toyota Tacoma??

 

The navi/dvd ones are $400+. Probably hard to read some stuff on them also. Personally I wouldn't buy anything double din that's not a navi one. The regular double din's are ugly.

 

I think I just got sold. I like this one.

 

I don't want to pay the extra for the navigation if I don't need it and I really don't. I have an Iphone and a TomTom... I don't mind the way this one looks either. But I def see what you're saying, thanks for the advice.

 

I am waiting for this one to go on sale. Does have DVD and Bluetooth. I have had 3 Pioneer decks in the past with no issues.

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_130P3300BT/Pioneer-AVH-P3300BT.html?tp=20220&nvpair=FFBrand|Pioneer

 

I REALLY like that one too. Its a little pricey though. When do you think it will go on sale? Does Crutchfield have coupon codes?

 

Code seems to be valid till 7/31/2011 for $20 off.
3A825

I have no idea about the sale but I have been following the site for 3 months with no movement on price. Even for Fathers day or the Memorial and 4th of July holidays.

 

Either way I will use the coupon code, thanks

 

I am waiting for $50 to $75 off. LOL

I already have projects backed up waiting to do. Yardwork is the priority this summer.

 

The trouble with aftermarket units is the effort to keep the steering wheel controls.

Besides the volume, etc what is needed to maintain the bluetooth controls?

 

Crutchfield is the most expensive car audio place online. Check it: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_32843_Pioneer-AVH-P3300BT.html

 

I've had my eye on this one for a while - not because it's the best, but because it looks like a lot of HU for the $$.

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_020CX501/Clarion-CX501.html?search=clarion+double+din

Clarion double-din with a front USB input. Bluetooth connectivity, and adjustable display color for $250.

 

i have the pioneer avh-3300bt and i bought it on Amazon, as a refurb, for $340. that was 5 months ago and it is the best bang for the buck, imo.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list...8&qid=1311506983&sr=8-1&condition=refurbished

check it out. these are the refurb prices.

 

I am deciding whether or not I should get this one or the older model, because I found it for 244.99 on Amazon (refurbished). Plus, it comes with the plastic mounting piece included. I really like those head units

 

The start up time on new pioneers is HORRENDOUS. I've had a few customers bring us these units that they bought online for us to install, and have been very unimpressed. Laggy operation, very cheaply made, and the start up time is probably close to about 45 seconds...

Truthfully, Pioneer really wants to be the CHEAPEST name in car stereo and they are definitely compromising quality to do so. The last good double din that they made was the AVIC D-3. I had one in my Tacoma for a few years and was very happy with it. (I still have it, it's in great shape, and its for sale )

$600 with BT module, XM module, iPod Cable, all parts, accessories, owners manual, whichever dash kit you like best, and I can get you whichever wiring harness you need for cheap.