Head Unit Replacement
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Head Unit Replacement
Hey everybody,
I have a '98 LS400 with Nakamichi. Factory everything. Previous owner installed a Tranzit Blu HF bluetooth thing, not sure if that will complicate this as they already installed a microphone ran through the ceiling. I found this thread from 5 years ago: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...unit-swap.html
I'm thinking about following that guy's footsteps, but I wanted to see if anyone can suggest some less expensive gear. Linked thread owner had bought a Beatsonic SLA-220D for $280. Are there any alternatives? It's currently listed at $380, which is pretty steep. Also his head unit was a JVC KD-X250BT, which I can't find available anywhere so I was curious if anyone had any similar suggestions. I'm hoping to avoid dropping more money than I need to.
Thanks for any advice you can offer.
I have a '98 LS400 with Nakamichi. Factory everything. Previous owner installed a Tranzit Blu HF bluetooth thing, not sure if that will complicate this as they already installed a microphone ran through the ceiling. I found this thread from 5 years ago: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...unit-swap.html
I'm thinking about following that guy's footsteps, but I wanted to see if anyone can suggest some less expensive gear. Linked thread owner had bought a Beatsonic SLA-220D for $280. Are there any alternatives? It's currently listed at $380, which is pretty steep. Also his head unit was a JVC KD-X250BT, which I can't find available anywhere so I was curious if anyone had any similar suggestions. I'm hoping to avoid dropping more money than I need to.
Thanks for any advice you can offer.
Last edited by anthne01; 10-17-18 at 11:16 AM.
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If you want to retain the factory amp and speakers then buy the Beat-Sonic and save yourself a lot of headache.
If you plan to replace the speakers and amp with an aftermarket system then you won't need the beat-sonic.
Honestly i would go with a double-din touch screen stereo. Something with apple car play or that android dealio.
If you plan to replace the speakers and amp with an aftermarket system then you won't need the beat-sonic.
Honestly i would go with a double-din touch screen stereo. Something with apple car play or that android dealio.
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