Sony CDX-GT730UI

The Sony CDX GT730UI head unit has a flip down full motion detachable faceplate. Removing the faceplate and hiding it in the glove compartment will reduce the chances of a quick snatch and grab theft. It has a front USB 1-wire for iPhones and iPods and other music players. It uses the Sony ZAPPIN function that allows the consumer to find the tune they're looking for just by playing a clip of each track in the collection, so that the driver can search for music using their ears instead of their eyes. The Sony CDX GT730UIhas a few other of Sony's features, such as Quick-BrowZer, Jump Mode, Passenger Control and DM+ Advanced.

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Sony CDX-GT730UI
MSRP$200.00
Release date February, 2009
BrandSony
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ProSCORE
6 reviews
80
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1 negative

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the quality is great - upgrade from stock and find a tremendous improvement from the speakers
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many options to change the sound quality using the EQuizliers
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illuminates blue, red, and green
+3agreedisagree

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front USB and aux input
+3agreedisagree

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the remote is helpful while changing menu options, fm channels, and just about anything.
+2agreedisagree

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Very clear, bright display, easy to read even in bright sunlight.
+1agreedisagree

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iPod functions flawless, easy to navigate to songs
+1agreedisagree

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affordable price
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satellite and HD radio ready
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ZAP option is great
+1agreedisagree

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the faceplate is a bit difficult to align when attaching
+3agreedisagree

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Can't adjust the bass and treble with this model.
+1agreedisagree

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when turning off the ignition, the stereo makes a beeping sound that gets annoying
-2agreedisagree


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Features

  • 4-line Full-motion, FL Display
  • Flip-Down detachable faceplate
  • ZAPPIN function for safe music searching
  • Quick BrowZer
  • DRIVE-S feature for a durable CD drive
  • Front USB 1-wire for iPhones, iPods and other music players
  • Front AUX-IN 
  • Supports CD-R/RW, mp3, WMA, AAC
  • Jump Mode
  • Passenger Control
  • Sat Radio and HD Radio Ready with Front Aux port

 

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Sony CDX-GT730UI

• Sony CDXGT730UI CD Receiver Flip-Down, Full-Motion, Fluorescent Four-line Display (Black)

• CDXGT730UI CD Receiver MP3 Player with USB 1-wire Connection

UPC: 027242743830

EAN: 027242743830

MPN: CDXGT730UI

Competitors

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Pioneer DEH-P5100UB

Pioneer DEH-P5100UB

MSRP  $210.00    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • affordable
  • includes remote control
  • front AUX and USB inputs
Cons
  • iPod cable sold separately
  • Blue illumination not the best in bright light
  • No preset buttons
ProSCORE
6 reviews
78
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Kenwood KDC-BT742U

Kenwood KDC-BT742U

MSRP  $220.00    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling and music streaming
  • front USB and AUX inputs
  • affordable price
Cons
  • horrible manual
  • microphone pickup is horrible
  • lack of buttons make interaction with the unit complicated and unbearable
ProSCORE
9 reviews
63
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JVC KD-R800

JVC KD-R800

MSRP  $219.95    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • Two USB jacks, allows the use of the bluetooth device and a secondary external device.
  • rear USB allows you to hide USB devices in the glovebox
  • One of only a very few units that allow the iPhone to control the audio, instead of having to use the radio controls.
Cons
  • LCD display is small
  • NO PRESET BUTTONS!
  • Bluetooth transmission clear.
ProSCORE
11 reviews
87
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Alpine CDE-102

Alpine CDE-102

MSRP  $180.00    Released  January, 2009

The Alpine CDE-102 is an in-dash controller that allows you to enjoy music from CD's, iPods, iPhones and other portable media players. The CD player plays standard CD/CD-R/CD-RW discs with MP3/AAC/WMA playback. Connect your iPod or iPhone using the KCE-433iV cable and you can access all your music from from the head unit. The...

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1 review
0
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Kenwood KDC-X493

Kenwood KDC-X493

MSRP  $199.00    Released  January, 2009

The Kenwood KDC-X493 is a mid-grade in dash CD receiver designed to provide a more entertaining experience for users while they are in their automobile. It's more specifically designed for consumers looking for a receiver packed with extra features that retails for a much cheaper price. The KDC-X493 features of course full CD/CD-R/RW support...

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lilblackvette

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April 28, 2009
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ProSCORE
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6 pros
1 con
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • the quality is great - upgrade from stock and find a tremendous improvement from the speakers
  • many options to change the sound quality using the EQuizliers
  • illuminates blue, red, and green
  • the remote is helpful while changing menu options, fm channels, and just about anything.
  • Very clear, bright display, easy to read even in bright sunlight.
  • iPod functions flawless, easy to navigate to songs

Cons

  • the faceplate is a bit difficult to align when attaching

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bonanza

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March 25, 2009
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ProSCORE
80
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4 pros
1 con
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2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • the quality is great - upgrade from stock and find a tremendous improvement from the speakers
  • many options to change the sound quality using the EQuizliers
  • illuminates blue, red, and green
  • the remote is helpful while changing menu options, fm channels, and just about anything.

Cons

  • when turning off the ignition, the stereo makes a beeping sound that gets annoying

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dcoburns

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May 11, 2009
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ProSCORE
83
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mixed
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5 pros
1 con

Pros

  • the quality is great - upgrade from stock and find a tremendous improvement from the speakers
  • many options to change the sound quality using the EQuizliers
  • illuminates blue, red, and green
  • front USB and aux input
  • ZAP option is great

Cons

  • the faceplate is a bit difficult to align when attaching

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pieman

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July 16, 2009
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ProSCORE
67
negative
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2 pros
1 con

Pros

  • the quality is great - upgrade from stock and find a tremendous improvement from the speakers
  • front USB and aux input

Cons

  • the faceplate is a bit difficult to align when attaching

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Yale

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May 8, 2009
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ProSCORE
100
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3 pros
0 cons

Pros

  • front USB and aux input
  • affordable price
  • satellite and HD radio ready

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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Gerald Philip Domingo

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September 27, 2009
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ProSCORE
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0 pros
1 con
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Pros

Did not agree with any pros

Cons

  • Can't adjust the bass and treble with this model.

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boopathiv

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April 19, 2009
ProSCORE
100
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1 pro
0 cons
1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • many options to change the sound quality using the EQuizliers

Cons

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