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Kenwood Excelon KDC-X591

CD receiver with MP3/WMA/AAC playback

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The Kenwood Excelon KDC-X591 CD receiver brings outstanding audio performance and near-endless playback variety to your car. It'll play discs loaded with MP3, WMA, and AAC files, and offers the convenience of both auxiliary and USB inputs. Add Kenwood's optional connecting cable, and you can use the USB and auxiliary inputs to control your iPod®.

Kenwood teams up a powerful amplifier with a premium digital-to-analog converter, so you'll enjoy warm, detailed sound with plenty of punch. Take control of the audio with six preset tone curves, then make fine adjustments with the 3-band parametric equalizer. Kenwood's Supreme audio feature adds extra zing to your compressed music files, while the fold-down face offers a large display for your song info.

If you have a larger system in mind, three sets of preamp outputs make it easier to connect your external amps and subs. You can manage your bass settings with the built-in subwoofer controls, and you can adjust the frequencies going to your various speakers with the high- and low-pass filters.

The KDC-X591 works with a Kenwood CD changer or satellite radio for more music options while you're on the road. Add Kenwood's Bluetooth® adapter for hands-free calling with your Bluetooth cell phone — the receiver mutes automatically for incoming calls, and you converse with both hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.

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Highlights:

  • General features:
  • CD player with built-in MOSFET amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
  • plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs loaded with MP3, WMA, and AAC files (will not play Digital Rights-protected music files on disc)
  • detachable, fold-down face
  • remote control
  • Audio features:
  • 24-bit digital-to-analog converter
  • System Q EX Sound Control (6 EQ curves and a 3-band parametric equalizer)
  • "Supreme" audio processing for better sound from your compressed music files
  • speaker settings that allow you to tailor the sound to the size and type of speakers in your car
  • System E's+ high- and low-pass filters
  • Expandability:
  • compatible with Kenwood's Bluetooth adapter and satellite radio
  • optional connecting cable gives you iPod control (uses both the USB and aux inputs)
  • inputs: rear USB and auxiliary inputs
  • outputs: three sets of 4-volt preamp outputs
  • compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
  • Other features and specs:
  • warranty: 2 years
  • Our 60-day money-back guarantee
 

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Features and Specs

Features and Specs
General
Chassis Size Code
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IEJ
CEA-2006 Compliant
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No
RMS Power Output
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22 watts
Peak Output
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50 watts
RMS Power Bandwidth
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20-20kHz
Preamp Outputs
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6-channel
Sub Preamp Outputs
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Yes
Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs
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No
Preamp Voltage
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4 volts
Display Color
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Blue
Key Button Color
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Blue
EQ Bands
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3
Wireless Remote
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Yes
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
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Parts Warranty
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2 Years
Labor Warranty
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2 Years
Expandability
AUX Input
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Rear and Optional Rear
USB Input
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Rear
Memory Card Slot
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No
Bluetooth Compatible
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Optional
Satellite Radio Ready
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Both
HD Radio
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No
Navigation
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No
Changer Control
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Yes
iPod Compatibility
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Tuner
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9.3 dBf
European Tuning
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Yes
Seek/Scan
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Seek
Radio Data System
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No

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  • AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/USB receiver with 10-amp fuse inserted into the chassis
  • Face
  • Sleeve
  • Trim ring
  • Wiring harness
  • RC-547 Wireless remote
  • 2 "AA" batteries
  • Soft fabric face pouch
  • 2 Removal tools
  • 4 Panhead ISO-mount screws
  • 4 Flathead ISO-mount screws
  • 2 Face fixing brackets and screws
  • Kenwood Music Editor Ver 1.0.0 CD-ROM
  • Instruction Manual (English)
  • Instruction Manual (Spanish/French)
  • Kenwood Music Editor Installation Manual (English)
  • Kenwood Music Editor Installation Manual (Spanish/French)
  • Warranty Card
  • Kenwood Car Audio Passport card
  • "Attention" note

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Features
External Device Controls
Software

Features

Overview: The Kenwood KDC-X591 AM/FM CD receiver features a fold-down-detachable face, rear auxiliary input, 3 sets of 4-volt preamp outputs, CD changer and Satellite radio controls, Bluetooth and iPod ready functions, as well as a rear panel USB connector, plus AAC/MP3/WMA/WAV playback. The CD player comes with a soft face case and an IR wireless remote control. The unit's Mos-Fet amplifier is rated at 22 watts x 4 channel RMS and 50 watts x 4 channel peak.

Fold-down Detachable Face: The unit features a fold-down face that detaches from the chassis to deter theft. There is a red indicator light that will flash on the unit after the face has been removed to warn potential thieves. You can turn this flashing LED on or off. The CD player comes supplied with a soft black fabric, draw string face case to protect the detachable face when you have it off the chassis. You must fold the face down before inserting or eject a disc.

AAC/MP3/WMA/WAV Playback: The KDC-X591 can play MP3, WMA, WAV and AAC files with ID3 tag information recorded on CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW discs in ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet, Romeo and Long file name formats.

24 Bit D/A Converter: The Kenwood KDC-X591 utilizes a 24-bit digital to analog converter for superior CD sound quality.

Supreme Setting: When MP3 or WMA files encoded at a low bit rate (less than 96 kbps, 44.1k, 48kHz) are played, the Supreme Setting function restores their high frequencies so the sound quality is closer to files encoded at a high bit rate. The processing is optimized for the compression format and the bit rate used. When the Supreme Setting is Off, the unit plays the original sound stored in the audio file.

AUX Input: The KDC-X591 is equipped with a rear panel 3.5mm minijack auxiliary input for connecting external portable audio devices such as an MP3 player or Tape walkman. The receiver allows you to turn the Auxiliary input On our Off so you don't have to scroll through that source if you are not using it. The 3.5mm female minijack connector is attached to a 7.5" pigtail.

Auxiliary Display: The KDC-X591 allows you to select the source type displayed when using the auxiliary input. You can choose from AUX, DVD, Portable, Game, Video or TV.

Dual Zone: The Dual Zone mode allows you to output the Main source and the Auxiliary input separately for the front and rear channels. You can select whether the auxiliary input will play in the front or the rear.

3-Sets of Preamp Outputs: The KDC-X591 features front, rear and subwoofer preamp outputs. The Subwoofer preamp output can be turned On or Off and adjusted independently. The front and rear speaker preamp outputs are balance and fade adjustable. The subwoofer preamp output is non-fading. The front and rear preamp outputs are fixed to the chassis, while the subwoofer output is  on 7.5" pigtail lead.

Front and Rear High-Pass Filter: The KDC-X591 features an independent High-Pass Crossover for the front and rear channels. You can adjust the high-pass crossover from through, 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, or 180, 220Hz. The "Through" selection is a full-range setting. This feature is very helpful when you have smaller-type speakers in the front and larger-type speakers installed in the rear of the vehicle.

Low-Pass Filter: The receiver features a built-in Low Pass Filter control for the preamp-output when the Subwoofer Output is "on". You can select from 50, 60, 80, 100,120Hz or Through. The "Through" setting allows your external amplifier's crossover network to do all the filtering for your subwoofer.

Subwoofer Level: Once you have switched the Subwoofer Output to "on" you can independently control the subwoofer preamp output level from the CD receiver. You select levels between -15 to +15.

Subwoofer Phase: You can adjust the phase of the subwoofer output between 180-degrees (Reverse) or 0-degrees (Normal).

Rotary Volume Control: The CD receiver uses a rotary volume control that increases and decreases the volume of the stereo from 0 to 35. The rotary knob also controls other audio settings such as Bass, Treble and preset EQ settings.

Attenuator: The CD receiver features an Attenuator button that turns the volume down very quickly with one touch of one button.

Speaker Settings: The Speaker Setting function tailors the System Q Sound Control settings according to the type of speakers in your vehicle. You may select a Speaker Setting of "SP Off" (flat), "SP OEM" (for OEM factory speaker systems), "SP 6x9/6" (for systems with 6" and 6"x9" speakers), or "SP 5/4" (for systems with 4" and 5" speakers).

Note: The Speaker Setting affects the bass, midrange, and treble values of the System Q presets. The speaker setting should be selected first.

System Q Sound Control: Six EQ curves are preset into memory, allowing you to recall the best preset EQ curve for different types of music. Each preset has its own level settings for bass (100Hz), midrange (1kHz), and treble (10kHz). The 6 preset curves with their respective bass, mid, and treble levels are as follows:

  • Rock: Bass +6, Mid +1, Treble +2
  • Pops: Bass +3, Mid +2, Treble +6
  • Easy: Bass +6, Mid 0, Treble -2
  • Top 40: Bass +3, Mid +1, Treble +8
  • Jazz: Bass +5, Mid +2, Treble +2
  • Natural (Flat): Bass 0, Mid 0, Treble 0

Note: The above values reflect the System Q settings when the Speaker Setting function is turned off. When the Speaker Settings are selected, the System Q level settings are different.

Bass/Treble/Mid Control: The KDC-X591 features independent Bass, Treble and Midrange control. You can adjust each one from -8 to +8db.

Detail Audio Control: The Detail Audio Control allows you to adjust the following settings for the Bass, Treble and Mid levels.

  • Bass Level:
    • Frequency: 40/50/60/70/80/100/120/150 Hz
    • Q-Factor: 1.00/1.25/1.50/2.00
    • Bass Extend: On/Off (when this feature is set to "On", the low frequency response is extended by 20%)
  • Mid Level:
    • Frequency: 0.5/1.0/1.5/2.0 kHz
    • Q-Factor: 1.0/2.0
  • Treble Level:
    • Frequency: 1.0/12.5/15.0/17.5 kHz

Loudness: The Loudness feature compensates for low and high tones during low volume. You can turn this feature either on or off. Only the low tone is compensated for when the tuner is selected as a source.

Volume Offset: The level of each source may be independently adjusted to prevent radical leaps in output volume when switching from one source to another. The available settings range from -8 to 0.

Source Tone Memory: This feature allows you to store System Q bass, middle and treble tone settings for each source (CD, FM, AM and Aux).

Text/Title Scroll: The KDC-X591 will display CD text, Audio file text and Satellite and HD radio text. You can turn the scrolling feature "on" to scroll longer titles across the screen.

Last Position Memory: If the unit is shut off or switched to the tuner mode while a CD is playing, the next time CD is selected as the source, playback will resume from the point where it left off.

CD Force: When there is a problem with playing a CD with a special format, this setting plays the CD by force. Some CDs still may not play in the CD Force mode.

CR-2 Advanced Tuner: This unit uses Kenwood's CR-2 Advanced tuner for clear radio reception. You can choose one of three tuning modes: Auto 1 (seek tuning), Auto 2 (cycles through and tunes the selected band's preset stations only with each button press), or Manual.

Auto Memory Tuning: Not only does the CD receiver's tuner allow you manually enter your desired presets you can choose to have the unit automatically put stations with good reception in the memory banks automatically; this is a handy feature when traveling. The tuner features 3 FM banks (1, 2, 3) and 1 AM bank. You can store 6 presets for each AM/FM bank giving you a total of 18 FM presets and 6 AM presets.

Clean Reception System Circuit (CRSC): This circuit controls multi-path distortion by reducing stereo separation. As stereo separation is reduced, multi-path has less effect on the radio signal, improving reception in areas with tall buildings and mountains. The CRSC circuit can be turned on or off.

Tel Mute: The KDC-X591 features a cell-phone mute wire (brown) in its harness that when hooked up to your car's phone system mute wire will automatically mute the receiver's audio signal when a call comes in.

Beep Tone: The CD player features a touch sensor tone that beeps when you have selected a function of the unit. You can turn the beep tone ON or Off.

Security Code: You can enter a 4-digit security code which must be used when the unit is removed from the vehicle, or the constant power source is disconnected from the unit. When constant power is restored to the unit, the security code must be entered before the unit becomes operational.

FL Display: The unit features a large 14-segment Fluorescent display that uses a black background and blue characters that are easy to read.

Display Illumination/Clock Display: When the unit is in Standby mode, the face/button illumination is "keyed." In addition, while the unit is in Standby mode, you can turn the clock display on or off. When the Clock Display is turned on and the unit is in Standby mode, the Clock Display is also "keyed." Pressing and holding the source button turns the unit off completely.

Display Illumination Control: This function turns off the display when have not performed an operation for 5 seconds. This is effective for when you are driving at night.

Dimmer: The dimmer function will dim this unit's display automatically when the vehicle light switch is turned On when you connect orange/white Illumination wire of this player.

Remote Control: The KDC-X591 comes with the RC-547 IR wireless remote control with a full numeric keypad. The remote will control Audio, CD, Tuner, Satellite, HD radio and Dual Zone functions. It is powered by 2 "AA" batteries (supplied). The dimensions of the remote are: L = 5.362", W = 1.962", D = 1.115".

Steering Wheel Remote Compatibility: The KDC-X591 has a "steering remote control" lead on the back panel. When used with the optional SWI-JACK interface (item number 127SWIJACK), you can retain the use of your steering wheel and/or rear seat radio controls when replacing the factory head unit in select vehicles. The SWI-JACK is compatible with over 95% of the vehicles made from 1986 to the present. Compatible vehicles include many Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hummer, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercury, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Suzuki, Toyota, and Volkswagen vehicles and Harley Davidson motorcycles. Please consult "What Fits My Car" to see if your vehicle is compatible.

External Device Controls

Satellite Radio Ready: There are several options for connecting an optional XM or SIRIUS Satellite Radio receiver to this receiver:
  • XM Satellite Radio: To receive XM Satellite Radio, you can connect the optional CNP2000UC XM Mini Tuner and the CNP-KEN1 Kenwood adapter cable (package item number 700XMKEN1).
  • SIRIUS: To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio, you can connect the optional SC-C1 SiriusConnect vehicle tuner (item number 607SCC1) and the Kenwood/SIRIUS adapter (item number 113KCASR50).
  • Dock: Select dock-and-play and portable SIRIUS radios can be controlled using the Kenwood/SIRIUS adapter (item number 113KCASR50) and the SC-VDOC1 dock (item number 607SCVDOC1).
  • Auxiliary Input: A portable satellite radio receiver, such as the Delphi SkyFi3 or SIRIUS Sportster, can be connected to the head unit via the auxiliary input (adapter may be required).

Note: A subscription is also required to receive satellite radio programming from SIRIUS or XM.

Bluetooth Ready: The unit is also Bluetooth compatible using the optional Kenwood KCA-BT200 Bluetooth adapter. Using this adapter you can make and answer phone calls from the Kenwood headunit. You can even download your Phonebook information from your compatible mobile phone into the headunit. You are able to register up to five compatible Bluetooth cell phones when using the KCA-BT200 adapter.

USB Port: The Kenwood KDC-X591 features a rear panel 2.0 USB type-A port that is attached to the chassis with a 39" cord to allow for various placement options during installation. The USB port enables connection to portable USB mass-storage players, USB thumb drives and audio control of MP3 player. The USB port is compatible with all USB mass storage class devices that support the FAT16 or FAT32 file system.  A single or multi-slot card reader can also be connected the USB port, allowing your music to be put neatly into different types of memory cards.

iPod High-Speed Connection: The USB port and AUX input are also compatible with iPod devices when used with the optional KCA-iP200 adapter (part number 113IP200, sold separately). The USB Direct Connection enables high-speed iPod data communications of 12MB/bps via the optional KCA-iP200 (2-Wire) interface. One end of the cable plugs directly into your iPod's dock connector while the other end of the cable uses two connectors that plug into the back of the headunit. The USB type-A connector portion of the cable plugs into the receiver's USB port and handles the control and charging of your iPod, so you can navigate through your music files using the headunit's controls and view song info on it display. The 3.5mm miniplug connector portion of the cable plugs into the Auxiliary 3.5mm input on the receiver and transfers the music from your iPod to your Kenwood CD player. By using the Auxiliary input the music travels to the receiver as an analog signal, so you can even play the Digital-Rights-Protected files you've stored on your iPod. The controls of the KDC-X591 are seamless when used with the optional KCA-iP200 and include metadata browsing and playback of DRM contents, as well as the ability to choose any iPod playback mode to suit your listening application.

Changer Controls: This unit is directly compatible with Kenwood changers manufactured in 1998 or later. If the changer has an O-N switch, the switch will need to be set to the "N" position. In addition to basic disc navigation features, this unit has the following changer controls: direct disc access (using the remote), direct track access (using the remote), track intro scan, track repeat, disc repeat, disc random, and magazine disc random. When connected to a CD Text capable CD changer or an MD changer, this unit can display disc and track titles for discs encoded with disc and track title information. The text information can be scrolled manually or automatically.

Rear Auxiliary Input "Ready":  The unit already features a rear panel auxiliary input, but if you need a second auxiliary input, another one can be added to the rear of the unit. When used with an optional adapter, this unit can accept a rear input from an auxiliary source. When the CA-C1AUX adapter (item 113CAC1AX) is used, you cannot connect a CD changer to the head unit because the adapter plugs into the DIN changer control connection on the head unit. When the KCA-S220A 2-changer switch (item 113KCAS220) is used, you can connect a CD changer and an auxiliary audio source at the same time. When an auxiliary audio source is connected, you can choose from one of six names for the source: Aux Ext, TV, DVD, Video, Game, or Portable.

Software

Supplied Software: The KDC-X591 comes supplied with the Kenwood Music Editor Version 1.0.0 CD-ROM. Kenwood Music Editor is a desktop software that helps organize, manage and transfer music files to your USB devices from your PC. Automatic Playlist Generation is another function of this software which analyzes each song based on the tempo/spectrum distribution and categorizes them into familiar genres such as POP, Rock, Ballad, etc.

System Requirements:

  • Operating System:
    • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
    • Microsoft Windows Home Edition SP2 or later
  • Other Programs:
    • Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0
    • QuickTime 7 or later (when using AAC file)
    • Windows Media Player 10
  • Hardware:
    • PC (with display and other peripherals) with Pentium III 800MHz or above (or equivalent) CPU an can run the above OS
    • 256MB or more RAM
    • Hard disk with at leas 100MB free space
    • CD-ROM drive (CD-R/RW drive when writing to CD-R/RW)
    • USB interface (2.0/1.1)
 

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3 out of 5

Minor issues

Written By Peter, Jacksonville, Fl on Monday, April 07, 2008
 
I like this unit, but have some issues with it. The features are great, but could be tweaked. I'm using a 4 gig thumb drive as my main source for music and when I first insert the USB drive, all the songs play in order. After the first use and not having added any other music, the songs do not play one after the other. I have to forward to the next song, or the one song will play over and over (like in repeat mode) the only way to stop this is remove all the music from the thumb drive and add it again. The other issue is the lighting....its way too bright and why couldn't they provide green as an option. My cars lighting is a mellow green and my old clarion matched it wonderfully. The blue stands out way to much and is distracting. I don't care about bright flashing neon lights. I only care about great music. I'm going to use a black marker to cover over the right blud light. The sound quality of the unit is great and the sound shaping options are also very helpful. I'm hoping the USB issue will be resolved once I review the owner's manual fully. I just want to keep the USB thumb drive connected and ready when I get into my car. fyi I tried connecting a USB external HD, but the USB connection does not supply enough power. You will need to use a power adapter from your cars cigarette lighter.
Crutchfield is great. I've never had any problems with them or their level of customer service. Top notch all the way. The included cable made installation a snap. I still have a blud crutchfield amp I bought from them in the 1980's.
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3 out of 5

Sounds good, but...

Written By scott, LA, CA on Sunday, March 30, 2008
 
I bought this one to replace the Pioneer DEH-P3800MP CD player that was
stolen from my truck. I was happy with the Pioneer, but it was discontinued. I
was ready to go for the Pioneer DEH-3000IB (the newer version), but the sales
guy was more impressed with the Kenwood KDC. Being the same price, I went
with his suggestion.
The sound quality is fine - I don't have an issue with that. What I don't like is
the pivoting face plate that is awkward to attach/detach. I was stupid enough to
leave the face plate on the Pioneer unit and it was stolen. It was easy to pop on
and off. If it's not easy to do, how much more likely am I going to be to leave it
on?
Like others have mentioned above, the controls are not intuitive and the ipod
cable is pretty long. I've never had much use for a remote but I suppose some
people like them.
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4 out of 5

Kenwood Excelon KDC-X591

Written By Ivan, APO, AE on Sunday, March 23, 2008
 
This is a great receiver, easily upgraded a factory stereo system. I put one
of these in my 1996 Jeep and it sounds great. Do not like the fact that the
USB connector and the Aux connector just hang.. I think it would be better
if it were more like the KDC-X492 CD receiver. I would have like the remote
to connect to the steering wheel. Not sure why you are even given a
remote!
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4 out of 5

Nice

Written By Steve, Salt Lake City on Saturday, March 01, 2008
 
This unit sounds great! My only complaint is the interface is too complicated, but I'm figuring it out! I also highly recommend the Ipod adapter Awesome
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3 out of 5

Adequate, but with a couple of small improvements...

Written By Trevor, Callaway, VA on Monday, February 25, 2008
 
I go the KCA-IP500 with this so I use the ipod, the usb, and the auxliary inputs. I can't say I'm impressed with the ipod interrface but I may well be expecting stuff from it that it cannot do. The USB works great and I will be adding a portable hard drive in the near term future to take good use of this. The aux is great and works perfectly with my Sirius sportster 5. The CD plays well and the tuner picks up almost to many stations. All good. The most significant problem though is the brightness of the lighting around the righthand knob. I have had to adjust my driving position so my arm will block it at night. I've looked at other kenwood models and all appear to suffer from this problem. Ultimately, I will make a frosted piece of plastic to cover the light and thoat should make it acceptable. I have a really hard time with this product knowing that Kenwood did not make that light level adjustable - and worse yet, set it at such a blindingly bright level.
2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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4 out of 5

Best Value

Written By Travis, APO, Germany on Sunday, February 24, 2008
 
You will not find a unit with more features for the price! Huge improvement over stock Ford MACH audio "premium" system. Recommended!
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4 out of 5

Definitely Worth The Money

Written By Morgan, Macon, GA on Friday, February 15, 2008
 
Just installed this in my 05 wrangler. The unit is very good looking and sounds great. Nothing really to gripe about. It takes a little while to figure out how to do all of the settings and what not. I used to the ipod cable that Crutchfield sent with the unit so that was easy. I prefer to control the ipod itself instead of using the unit but I don't think its possible. If anyone knows how let me know!
1 out of 2 people found this helpful
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4 out of 5

IMPRESSED

Written By mike, Baton Rouge, LA on Monday, February 11, 2008
 
I've owned Alpine recievers for 10 years +. Never again. Not to take away from the quality of Alpine, But my new Kenwood blows them all away. The display's a little basic, but the sound quality makes that obsolete. The usb was not really a consideration when purchasing my new unit, but i wouldn't own one without it now. Who needs cd's when you have Gigs of music a plug-in away. Money well spent. Don't think twice!
2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

KDC-X591

Written By George, York, PA on Monday, February 11, 2008
 
Easy to install. Easy to navigate. USB thumb drive with mp3's works great.
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5 out of 5

Kenwood Excelon KDC-X591

Written By Greg, Lafayette, LA on Sunday, February 10, 2008
 
I purchased this radio as a replacement for a KDC-X590 which died after a little over a year of service. I thoroughly loved that radio until it died so I thought it was a excellent choice to replace it with the newer model. Radio controls are very nice. The new knobs feel slightly better than the prior model.


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Joshua Crane
10/1/2009
based on 150 ratings (3 comments)
 

In this short video, we present four of the most common accessories you should consider when purchasing a new car stereo. Everyone who installs a new stereo is likely to need at least one of these...

 
Video: What are Digital Media Receivers?

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8/14/2008
based on 7 ratings (3 comments)
 

Crutchfield car audio experts discuss a new trend in car stereos: the digital media receiver.

 
DVD Receivers — they're not just for movies

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Zak Billmeier
12/6/2011
based on 77 ratings (3 comments)
 

DVD receivers are great for playing movies, but they offer much more than that for your car stereo setup. Large touchscreens, loads of built-in features, and easy viewability are just some of the...

 

Accessories

Accessories we recommend

iPod Adapters
Keep one of these in your car, so you can leave your other cable at home.
Kenwood KCA-iP500 iPod® Control Interface
Control your iPod with your Kenwood receiver

Also available in:
Open Box: $66.49
$69.99
In Stock
 
 
PAC iPod® adapter for Kenwood stereos
Charges your iPod while sending the audio to your stereo
$29.99
In Stock
 
 
Auxiliary Input Cables
Plug your favorite portable device directly to your receiver's aux input.
Peripheral Stereo Miniplug Cable
3-foot cable: male miniplug to male miniplug (Model iSVE913)
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
Monster MusicConnect™
Stereo mini-to-RCA adapter cable
$19.95
In Stock
 
 
Arista Stereo Mini-to-RCA Adapter
6-foot cable with mini and dual RCA plugs

Also available in:
Open Box: $2.99
$4.99
In Stock
 
 
Satellite Radio Tuners
Add the variety of satellite radio programming to your receiver Subscription required.
XM Direct 2 Kenwood/Boyo Car Kit
Add XM Satellite Radio to your Kenwood or Boyo receiver
$99.98
Out of Stock
 
 
SIRIUS Kenwood Package
Get SIRIUS radio reception on your Kenwood car stereo
$69.98
In Stock
 
 
XM Direct 2 Kenwood Car Kit
Add XM Satellite Radio to your Kenwood receiver
$89.98
In Stock
 
 
SIRIUS Dock-and-Play Package for Kenwood
Control your dock-and-play SIRIUS radio from your Kenwood car stereo
$79.98
In Stock
 
 
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Auxiliary Input Adapters
These adapters will give you an auxiliary input. Make sure you get one that keeps the CD-changer jack if you think you might use it.
Kenwood CA-C1AUX
Auxiliary input adapter with female RCA connectors
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
Bluetooth Phone Kits
Make and receive hands-free phone calls with your compatible cell phone.
Kenwood KCA-BT300
Bluetooth® adapter for Kenwood receivers

Also available in:
Open Box: $134.99
$149.99
In Stock
 
 
Professional Installation
Get more info about having your new receiver put in by a qualified professional in your area.
InstallCard: In-dash Stereo
Prepaid professional in-dash receiver installation
 
Installation Tools
Save money by doing the installation yourself. The right tools will help.
Skewdriver Pro SPK4042
Ratcheting straight and offset screwdriver set with 40 bits (Skewdriver Pro with ratchet handle, pictured)
$49.99
In Stock
 
 
Multi Wedge Trim Panel Tools
Set of six (flexible and rigid) tools — helps remove trim and door panels
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
S&G Tool Aid 87650
Door Trim and Panel Removal Tool
$9.99
In Stock
 
 
Spec Tools Stubby Driver
Ratcheting driver for tight installations
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
Metra Crimp Tool and Connectors
Package contains crimp tool and over 150 pieces
$19.99
Out of Stock
 
 
Scosche TK12V Car Stereo Tool Kit
The tools you need for a clean and professional car stereo installation
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
Posi-Products™ Car Stereo Connectors
16 connectors for installing a new car stereo
$6.49
In Stock
 
 
Metra Crimp Tool Set
Package contains light-duty crimp tool and 20 crimp caps
$9.99
In Stock
 
 
S&G Wire Cutter/Stripper Tool
Cuts and strips 12- to 22-gauge stranded wire
$24.99
In Stock
 
 
S&G Wire Cutter/Stripper Tool
Cuts and strips 12- to 22-gauge wire
$29.99
In Stock
 
 
Rockford Fosgate Receiver Installation Kit
Crimp caps, connectors, and assorted hardware (Model IEC HUK)
$0.99
In Stock
 
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Extras

CD Changers
You'll never want for tunes with a CD changer in your vehicle.
Kenwood KDC-C719
10-disc CD changer
$149.99
In Stock
 
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Steering Wheel Audio Control Adapters
You can operate your new radio with your factory-installed steering wheel controls by adding an adapter.
PAC SWI-JACK
Steering wheel control interface for Alpine, Clarion, JVC, and Kenwood
$69.99
In Stock
 
 
CD Care
Get rid of the skipping on your favorite discs with a CD cleaning kit.
Maxell CD-335
CD scratch repair kit
$9.99
In Stock
 
 
Test Discs
Whether it's for sound quality or for maximum boom, there's no way to perfect your system like a professional test disc.
Autosound 2000 CD Set
$69.95
In Stock
 
 
Autosound 2000 Disc Two
Image/Placement Test CD
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
Autosound 2000 Disc Four
Amplifier Optimizer Test CD
$9.99
In Stock
 
 
Autosound 2000 Disc Five
System Demonstration — Test CD
$9.99
In Stock
 
 
Autosound 2000 Disc One
Low Frequency Test CD (Disc One)
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
Autosound 2000 Disc Three
System/Environmental Test CD
$19.99
In Stock
 
 
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CD Cases
Keep your CDs off the floor and free from smudges with one of these handy cases.
Visor Storage 12-disc CD Holder
Keep your favorite discs within reach
$14.99
In Stock
 
 
Satellite Radio Tuners and Adapters
You can have satellite radio display on the face of this stereo by using one of these packages. Subscription required.
Kenwood KCA-SR50
SiriusConnect™ to Kenwood interface

Also available in:
Open Box: $39.99
$49.99
In Stock
 
 
SIRIUS SC-VDOC1 Car Kit
SiriusConnect™ car dock for dock-and-play radios

Also available in:
Open Box: $49.99
$59.99
In Stock
 
 
SiriusConnect™ Car-only Tuner
Add SIRIUS satellite radio to your car stereo (Model SC-C1)
 

Also available in:
Open Box: $44.00
$29.99
In Stock
 
 
 
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