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The JVC KD-R300 is an in-dash car-audio receiver that features a built-in MOSFET amplifier with a 200w max power output. The fourth of six JVC KD A/V head units, the JVC KD-R300 is an upgrade from the JVC KD-R200 in that it is Bluetooth Compatible, Satellite Radio Ready, and HD Radio Ready. Plus, the KD-R300 features a variable-color illumination display with 30 preset color choices. In all other ways, however, the KD-R300 is practically a duplicate of its predecessor. For instance, the KD-R300 also includes a regular AM/FM radio and a CD player that supports traditional CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, not to mention those outfitted with MP3 & WMA music files. In addition, the KD-R300 sports a front auxiliary input, a wireless remote, a 3-band iEQ, a detachable face, a low-pass filter and subwoofer level control, a 24-bit digital-to-analog converter, and 2-channel preamp outputs. The JVC KD-R300 retails for a slightly more expensive $119.95 (versus $99.95) and comes with a 1 year limited warranty. Additional service plans are available for a fee.
MSRP $119.95
Release date January, 2009
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Features
- MOSFET Amplifier w/200w Output
- AM/FM Tuner
- CD Player
- Auxiliary Input
- 3-Band iEQ
- Wireless Remote
- Detachable Face
- Subwoofer Control
- 24-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter
- 2-Channel Preamp Outputs
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Bluetooth Compatible
- HD Radio Ready
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
Available Service Plans
- 2 years – $24.99
- 3 years – $34.99
- 5 years – $59.99
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JVC KD-R300
• JVC KD-R300 30K Color-Illumination Single-DIN CD Receiver with Remote Control and J-Bus Expandability
• KD-R300 In Dash CD/MP3 Player
UPC: 046838036446
EAN: 046838036446
MPN: KDR300
Competitors
MSRP $100.00
Released January, 2008
Sony Xplod CDX-GT330 is a 4 channel 52 watt low-mid range car audio receiver released by Sony in 2008, with a $100 price tag. With an extra adapter, it can be connected to an iPod as well as Sony's optional satellite radio and the HD Radio tuner. It plays MP3 and WMA files, and...
JVC KD-R300
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Sony Xplod CDX-GT330
MSRP $100.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- front AUX input
- includes remote control
Cons
- no bells and whistles (no USB, Bluetooth compatibility, HD/satellite radio compatibility, etc...)
JVC KD-R300
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Kenwood KDC-MP142
MSRP $100.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- capable of playing MP3 or WMA files stored on CDs
- front auxiliary port for listening to external devices through car stereo
- includes wireless remote control
Cons
- basic head unit - lacks advanced functionality such as pre-outs, iPod support, Bluetooth etc...
JVC KD-R300
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Pioneer DEH-1100MP
MSRP $109.00
Released January, 2008
Panasonic's CQ-C5305U is a stylish CD receiver. It connects and controls iPods by adding an optional iPod® adapter. The bright 2-line display on the fold-down face puts artist and title information in easy view, and follows the same hierarchical folder structure as in the iPod, up to 128 characters. It plays discs loaded with MP3,...
JVC KD-R300
vs.
Panasonic CQ-C5305U
MSRP $109.00
Released January, 2008
The Panasonic CQ-C5405U is a car Player/Receiver with CD Changer Control and 2-Line Text Display. A scrolling two-line text display switches between folder and file names, title and artist names, and other tag information— up to 128 characters. There is also random play, repeat and intro scan (first 10 seconds of each song) within a particular...
JVC KD-R300
vs.
Panasonic CQ-C5405U
MSRP $130.00
Released January, 2009
The Sony CDX GT430U head unit is a relatively inexpensive device that is compatible with all of Sony's latest audio technologies - a great thing for a consumer who wants to buy cheap now and add on to the capabilities later. It is a CD tuner and comes with USB and AUX-IN connections for...
JVC KD-R300
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Sony CDX-GT430U
MSRP $130.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- easily accessible USB and aux inputs
- affordable price
- iPod compatible
Cons
- Back light is too bright and has no dimmer function other than for the display.
- accessories cost more than the unit itself
- Putting mp4 files on a USB drive doesn't work. If you want to play files off your USB drive, they'll have to be MP3 or WMA. Apparently, only an iPod can handle Apple's mp4 file format.
JVC KD-R300
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Kenwood KDC-MP342U
MSRP $120.00
Released January, 2009
The Kenwood KDC-MP242 is a Car audio player released by Kenwood in 2009 retailing at $120. Slightly pricier than the Kenwood KDC-MP142, it's still one the cheap-low end of the Kenwood car player portfolio. It plays all the typical audio formats (CD, WMA, MP3, CD-R,CD-RW), portable satellites, and portable music players through its front AUX input....
JVC KD-R300
vs.
Kenwood KDC-MP242
MSRP $120.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- front aux port for use with other audio devices such as mp3 players, laptops or portable DVD players
- built in iPod control - includes required cable
- includes remote control
Cons
- not HD / satellite radio compatible
- no Bluetooth compatibility
JVC KD-R300
vs.
Pioneer DEH-2100IB
Reviews
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Pros
- affordable price
- includes wireless remote
- Satellite and HD radio ready
- Bluetooth compatible (requires add-on module)
- front panel aux input - for use with external audio devices such as MP3 players, laptops, and portable DVD players
Cons
- iPod control requires an add-on
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