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The Kenwood DPX503 is a high-end double DIN car audio receiver released by Kenwood in 2008. With a $320 price tag, it simply comes as one of the most expensive car players offered by Kenwood, and all other big names for that matter. It has a large fine-dot display with four lines of text and a large multi-color wheel for quick music search. It also features a front AUX input for those who want to plug in their portable music players. This piece is compatible with MP3/WMA/AAC files and has a front USB port as well, something which the $70 cheaper Kenwood DPX303 doesn't offer. It also offers supreme technology for compressed music, a tool that improves music that has been compressed (ie mp3 files) and makes it approach the quality of its original form. This piece takes full advantage of the extra display size it occupies and offers a truly usable experience for users. The target market would be people who are willing to pay for a powerful audio system that is both usable and feature rich.
MSRP $320.00
Release date January, 2009
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Features
- Large Fine Dot Display with 4 Lines of Text
- Inputs: front auxiliary and USB inputs, optional rear aux input
- Illuminated Front AUX Port for iPods or other portable music players
- Multi-control Wheel for easy music search
- 2 Pre-outs at 2.5 Volts/Rear Switchable to Low Pass with filter and level control
- CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/WMA/AAC Compatibility
- Ready for iPod (KCA-iP500)
- Security Code Function
- Supreme technology for compressed music
- IR Remote Control included
- 50 Watts x 4
- Bluetooth, Sat Radio and HD Radio Ready
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Kenwood DPX503
• Kenwood DPX503 Dual-DIN USB/AAC/WMA/MP3 CD Receiver with External Media Control
• DPX503 In Dash CD/MP3 Player
UPC: 019048180032
EAN: 019048180032
MPN: DPX503
Competitors
MSRP $279.95
Released April, 2008
Pros
- front USB and AUX inputs
- faceplate dims when headlights are on
- Bluetooth compatible for hands-free calling
Cons
- controls aren't very intuitive
- faceplate is non-removable
- display is noisy with gaudy lights
Kenwood DPX503
vs.
JVC KW-XG700
MSRP $340.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- built-in Bluetooth receiver for hands-free calling
- direct Apple iPod support
- HD and satellite radio ready
Cons
- expensive
- iPod cable not included
- USB and aux ports are on the rear of the unit
Kenwood DPX503
vs.
Pioneer DEH-P7100BT
Reviews
July 22, 2009
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Pros
- Cool colors, good sound, very customizable.
Cons
- YOU CAN NOT EVEN SEE THE DISPLAY IN THE DAYTIME
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DPX, 503, DPX503