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John from Port Leyden, NY on 7/8/2025
2011 Ram 1500
Easy plug and play my kids could have installed it !
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Died in less than 3 years.
Neil from REDMOND, WA on 7/2/2025
1997 Honda Civic
Product performed will with very light use for 2-3 years, but then just died. Subwoofer output worked, screen light up, all buttons and dial worked. Did a soft reset by holding two buttons, did a hard reset by disconnecting from the battery. Because the subwoofer still worked, and because all other features still worked (and all connections are through one wiring harness) it seems the amplifier hardware just died. Had to by a new one, same model, since I have already hard wired all the connections and I'd rather not have to do that all over again. A car stereo should last more than 2-3 years.
Pros: Connected to my phone, was able to setup for phone calls, easy interface.
Cons: Either poor quality or just a bad unit. Pulled the short straw.
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Steve from Rllng Hls Est, CA on 6/25/2025
2002 Chevrolet Suburban
I'm really enjoying my new stereo. everything works great. the install was so easy with the kit that came with it. I think all together it took me under an hour
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TERRIBLE USER INTERFACE
GAV from 97355 on 6/25/2025
1994 Ford Escort GT
Actually terrible user interface. You will need to keep the manual handy and read through it thoroughly before attempting to navigate the unit. I would not recommend this.
Pros: Dial for volume, multiple audio input methods.
Cons: How about you didn't contact your phone? I know it says you're connected, but like what if you weren't?
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Susan from Kennesaw, GA on 6/24/2025
2005 GMC Canyon
Nice display, wish it had simple bass treble adjustment. Bluetooth works great. Most controls are straight forward. Good choice for a 20 year old truck.
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Good sound and good prices and Great help!
Jeffrey from Silver Spring, MD on 6/24/2025
2004 Mercedes-Benz ML350
Good equipment suggestions -- but Pat, and Gill of Crutchfield support made things work. Had to do a custom setup in a 2004 Mercedes ML350 with an old BOSE system. What a trick. We talked about a simple 2 speaker-2 Tweeter setup in the Dash. They assured me it would be good. Worked out and sounds solid. Lots of features that bring car to 21st Century. Used Alpine 4 inch speakers on sale. Also, get the box that fills the double Din Space . I mounted tweeters in the Box floor near the back of the Box. Lots of whittle-n.
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Sony does it again!!
Joseph from Robersonville , NC on 6/20/2025
2006 Jeep Liberty
Great stereo! I put it in a 2006 Jeep Liberty, and could instantly tell the difference. Recommend if you are looking for an upgrade.
Pros: Great sound, easy to use buttons, and functional remote.
Cons: None so far
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Douglas from Stevensville, MT on 6/17/2025
1990 Chevrolet G Series
Install was super easy. Vehicle specific kit and detailed instructions made for smooth installation. Highly recommend Crutchfield!
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Disappointing unit!!
Jay from Pittsburgh, PA on 6/16/2025
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
This particular car stereo system leaves much to be desired. I've found it challenging to set the colors on the unit as well as finding it a difficult stereo to learn all about the controls. Then when I think I've turned off the 'beeps' on the system and yet it continues to beep when I turn off the vehicle and exit it. QUITE IRRITATING!!! I've even had people who are technologically savvy helping me and we still can't get what we want. Also, the manual install went well but the techno to sync with the Maestro interface was tremendously laborious. Mostly a disappointing experience!! I wonder if anyone will contact me to chat about my situation? UPDATED 6/24/25: Thanks for getting back to me and suggesting a phone call! As you mentioned navigating the settings can be tricky..and it is! Good news though, I finally figured everything out! Many thanks to all you tech support people! The Crutchfield team is Awesome!!
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Jayden from Saint Louis, MO on 6/16/2025
1999 Jeep Cherokee
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Sounds Great!!!
Daniel from Harvest, AL on 6/16/2025
2005 Jeep Wrangler
I haven't figured out all the capabilities but it sounds great in my 2005 Jeep.
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Matt from Westfield, MA on 6/9/2025
Great product as expected from Sony! Thanks Crutchfield for directing me to this receiver!
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Lon from Sandpoint, ID on 6/5/2025
1997 Dodge Ram 2500
Loving it. Great reception , pulls in stations that original wouldn't. Priced right. Two day delivery was amazing. Arrived less than 48 hours after ordered. All the way from Virginia to Idaho. Will recommend Crutchfield to others.
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Decent stereo, Good value, It's a Sony!
Kevin from Mansfield, MA on 6/5/2025
2000 Ford Mustang
This Sony is pretty decent. It feels solid, works well, is fairly intuitive to use. Has a big knob which is something I really like and harder to find these days. Color change of buttons and screen is nice to match to existing interior lights and is dimmable. I run a factory system with built in amps (Ford Mustang Mach 460 system), so I can not comment on it's own power/wattage output. 3 sets of pre-amp outs. The button layout is basic and simple to use. I recently purchased a JVC unit for another vehicle a couple months back and this Sony is much better and easier to navigate in my opinion. BT wireless works well for music playback as well as the USB port. Pairing is easy, though I have not used/set up the phone calling feature yet. Only complaints I have is the glare off the headunit does not allow the screen to be seen well in daylight, even in the shade. I experimented with the colors, no change. Looks great at night. I have experienced this screen sunlight reflection on other brands as well and even on my phone. The other con is the volume knob is also the control for all the display and audio options. Push the knob in and then scroll through the different menus. It is very easy to push the button and go into the options menu when adjusting the volume while driving. Knob/button seams sensitive. I would buy again and plan on buying another for my other vehicle!
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For my MR2 Spyder
Bryan from Saint Augustine, FL on 6/5/2025
2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder
I chose this head unit for my 2005 MR2 Spyder. I didn't want touch screen because I wanted something that fit the era of the car better, and I chose single din because a Spyder has almost no storage. My iPhone fits perfectly in the cubby under the radio now. The unit looks and sounds great. I love that you can select one color to be static while the second color cycles through them all. Even with the convertible top down I can still see the display in the sunlight, but choosing the right display color helps with that. Navigating the options and setting is difficult, but I suppose that's what the user manual is for. I just wish it more more intuitive, but sound is what matters. I'll be connecting a small amp for the door speakers, and one or two powered subs to it when they're back in stock. All in all I'm happy with the purchase.
Pros: Simple design, bright display, nothing I don't need.
Cons: Hard to find all of the options and settings. Cycling through and hitting the wrong button causes you do do it all over again.
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Nice CD player
Alan from Elkton, VA on 6/4/2025
2011 Jeep Wrangler
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Alexander from Manassas, VA on 5/30/2025
1991 Saab 900
Quality product! Good features, and enhanced sound!
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David from Columbus, NJ on 5/27/2025
1986 Buick Regal
Im happy with my purchase. This little Sony has a lot going on.
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James from Columbia, MO on 5/26/2025
Great sound. The buttons are a little to navigate; they're small. But the system has a lot of options for listening.
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Bob from Deford, MI. on 5/23/2025
Just installed this unit in my 1996 Chevrolet Camaro, to replace stock AM/FM radio/Cassette. I was looking for replacement for my Camaro. I started to chat online with Ronald. (Keep in mind this was Sunday late afternoon) I explained to him what I was looking for, and I didn't want to hack up the stock dash. I also didn't want to cut factory wires and do a bunch soldering. Ronald suggested this unit. He also told me about Crutchfield's pre-made wire harness, which you can purchase for $27.00. The pre-made wire harness simply plugs into factory wiring and into back of stereo. Best money I've ever spent, No runs, No drips, No errors. Unit also comes with antenna wire to connect from stock antenna to back of new unit. They also send you via email, complete instructions to remove your factory radio, and install your new stereo. All basically plug and play. Please let me also add, this car is not a daily driver, just go for a cruise and or local car shows. So, with that in mind, I did NOT install blue tooth phone option. Main usage for this set up was FM radio and playing CD'S. With removal of stock radio and installation on new head unit, I really took my time, checking each step, as I went along. Total time was about 2 hours. For now, I'm using stock speakers, which after doing an op's check before securing sound outstanding. In closing this is the very first stereo up-grade I've ever done, in any cars I've ever owned. Let Crutchfield be the place to go, you won't be sorry...
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Eric from Arvada, CO on 5/22/2025
1999 Porsche Boxster
Works flawlessly in my 1999 Porsche Boxster! Sounds great playing CDs or music via bluetooth/usb input and set up could not have been easier with the Crutchfield wire harness! Definitely recommend as a modern upgrade to an original head unit and nice that I could match the LED color to the rest of the car.
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Chris from West Richland, WA on 5/22/2025
1993 Honda Accord LX
Everything is a perfect fit. Easy to install and sounds great!
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Joseph from Cypress, CA on 5/19/2025
Very happy with this Headunit. Packed with the features I wanted.
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Radio quality and installation.
David from Conway, SC on 5/12/2025
1989 Chevrolet G Series
I am so thankful for the quality of the radio as well as the abundance of knowledge and ability to convey it by Andrea. The task became very easy for me with all the assistance provided by Crutchfield. I am in your debt!
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John from South Haven, MI on 5/11/2025
2003 Dodge Ram 1500
Installation was simple and staff was very helpful. Stereo sounds great
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Jim from Gowanda, NY on 5/6/2025
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500
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Fantastic sound,easy install.
Steve from Kilkenny, MN on 5/5/2025
Direct replacement for older unit. Bluetooth connected easily. Sound is great and it really woke up the sub woofer.
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Brad from Berger, MO on 5/5/2025
1998 Chevrolet Suburban
The Sony MEX-N5300BT was easy enough to install and seems to be working well
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A lot to learn for a 70 year old.
Jim from Maineville, OH on 4/30/2025
Sounds great. Excellent AM/FM reception. Bluetooth works perfect. Lots of features and functions that would be easier to navigate to with a touch screen. I didnt want to spend more. I recommend.
Pros: Price, Sound, Features
Cons: Navigating feature menu
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Will buy from again
Josh from Sallisaw, OK on 4/30/2025
1987 Nissan Hardbody
Great price. Exactly what I was looking for. Will definitely order from again in the future
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Isaac from Simi Valley, CA on 4/28/2025
2010 Ford Ranger
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Extraordinary Capabilities
Robert from Columbus, GA on 4/24/2025
1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
This is a very good One Din Radio that I have installed in my 1979 Mercedes-Benz R107, 280SL. It's been difficult to find a replacement radio for a car that old, but this one fits perfectly, with no problems what-so-ever. Plus, I've owned Sony products since I was old enough to buy my own entertainment equipment and I've never had a problem with anything with the name Sony on it for the past 60 years. My only problem with it is the wording on the push buttons is difficult for an old man to see and read plus there are a lot of combinations of of button-pushing to set up the various capabilities and I find so far that I've always got to have the instructions handy to set up the various capabilities. I'm not critizing the radio, just saying be prepared for quite a learning experience and memory requirement. I really like the radio and what it can do and the SiriusXM attachment is a marvel for such an old car to have. If this radio will fit into your car or truck, my recommendation is to get one. The price is right and the service from Crutchfield is unbeatable.
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Dalton from Hamilton, OH on 4/21/2025
1997 Mazda Miata
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Great sound!
Thomas from Gilbertsville, PA on 4/9/2025
2003 Jeep Wrangler
Great sound still trying to figure out all of the features.
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Everything you need except navigation!
Jason from Cary, IL on 4/7/2025
This radio has a lot of options for a very reasonable price. If you miss the 90s, then you'll love the detachable face plate. I can still play my physical media (CDs), while also being able to make calls, stream Bluetooth, or plug in a flash drive with my entire music collection.
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Sound for pound but.
James from Chesterfield, MO on 4/5/2025
1999 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
My only set back is that it didn't allow for my dash to be reassembled
Pros: Sound custom options
Cons: Fitting microphone is sub par for calls app is blah
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EXCELLENT
Zachary from Berry, AL on 4/3/2025
2001 Ford F-150
I have been missing Sirusxm since I traded vehicles about a year ago. Found this setup on Crutchfield and I am back in business. Great sound quality using my stock 2001 F-150 speakers. Definitely worth spending the extra few dollars for the ready harness. Just plug and play and you are ready.
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Sounds much better
Melvin from Rochester, IL on 3/29/2025
2005 Ford F-150
Sony MEX-N5300BT fit my needs for replacement of oem factory cd/radio sound quality is great inprovment over originald equipment crutchfield has been my go to company for electronics for 20 years
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Sound back in the B!
Richard from Slippery Rock, PA on 3/28/2025
1979 MG MGB
Great upgrade for some older equipment that gave out. Crutchfield rep was awesome on answering and recommending a new unit and taking care of the order shipping in a very timely manner. I was amazed at the offerings for my vehicle being a 1979 MG model B, they offered 58 units to be exact fit! To say the least I am impressed, Thank you Crutchfield. You are my go to sound people from now on!
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Mher from NEW CASTLE, DE on 3/22/2025
2004 Mitsubishi Galant
Great upgrade over the stock stereo. Easy installation and configuration.
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Daniel from Defuniak Spgs, FL on 3/20/2025
2001 Mazda MPV
Great CD player. The blue tooth works well with the app. Went in very easily with the harness and surround.
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Exceptional!!
Mary from Hobart, IN on 3/19/2025
2004 Jeep Wrangler
I always thought I should have a "professional " install a new radio in my vehicles but, this time I figured I would try to do it myself. Needless to say this was by far a LOT easier than I thought it would be and I give credit to Crutchfield for making it so easy!! Looks and sounds wonderful! Now, time to upgrade my speakers lol
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Perfect fit
Peter from Shelton, WA on 3/12/2025
2003 Ford F-350
Need the remote controller because of an injured right hand . Works perfectly
Pros: Easy install
Cons: None
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Tim from Coos Bay, OR on 3/10/2025
1994 Toyota Pickup
Great value, Excellent experience. Thanks you .
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Andrew from Henderson, AR on 3/10/2025
2012 Toyota Yaris
Easy install into my car and great directions on how to do the job. Took less than 30 minutes. Radio works as promised, still learning all about it
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Kenneth from Dawson, GA on 3/8/2025
1997 Chevrolet K Series
Seems to be a nice set up still learning all the different functions
Pros: Covers everything i need
Cons: Not sure I would ever use some of the many functions
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Buy it and see!
Crutchfield customer from Tucson, AZ on 3/6/2025
2008 Toyota Tacoma
This is a great unit especially for the price!
Pros: This Sony with the install package and wiring harness that Crutchfield's adviser suggested, installed very nicely into my 08' Tacoma! I have no regrets! B
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Richard from Ashdown, AR on 3/5/2025
1997 Nissan Altima
Much better sound radio.Instructions really helped.Be sure to spend extra for crutfield to splice connections together from old speakers to new ones in new radio. Even the power antenna works!
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Perfect for my needs, custom colors!
Jacob Tad from Weatherford, TX on 3/4/2025
1998 Pontiac Firebird
Love this head unit. Excellent features like Bluetooth and USB input. Pairing is simple and the front USB port is great. I have a sweet 80s hair metal CD collection so I still wanted to listen to them in my 98 Trans Am. The best part is the custom color feature for the display. Matches my red Pontiac lighting perfectly for that 90s vibe. I've had many Sony products over the years and the quality and functionality are second to none. If you still have a cd collection but want the option of pairing your phone, this is the head unit to get.
Pros: USB is great, Bluetooth pairing, SiriusXM, all great. Custom colors for the display.
Cons: None
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2021 WRX - best simple single din IMO
Marcus Guten from Appleton, WI on 2/24/2025
2020 Subaru WRX
Does what it says, sounds great, so far no complaints! Sony has the best interface IMO for the simplistic single dins currently available. Only feature I wish it had was speed-controlled volume, but hey I wanted simple I got simple haha!
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Scott from Auburn, CA on 2/21/2025
1961 Chevrolet Pickup
Has all the features of a modern car audio & includes a CD player. Pretty easy to configure following the 40+ page included manual. Sounds great and plenty of volume even with a single dual speaker.
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John L from Smithfield, VA on 2/13/2025
1999 Dodge Ram 1500
I was impressed with the with Sony MEX 5300BT. It has plenty of power for suppling the truck's 4 speakers and the powered subwoofer. It installed quickly and looks good in the dashboard with the supplied metra wiring and dash kit. CD player works very well. The Blue Tooth was best I have had, by playing at the same level as the CD player and the tuner.
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Easy to use, lot more power than stock head unit
Ethan from Chapel Hill, TN on 2/12/2025
2002 Toyota 4Runner
Sounds so good compared to stock radio even with stock speakers. Love the colors. Very easy to use. Reasonably easy to install. Doesn't fit perfectly in my car. My dash bezel doesn't perfectly clip in but it still clips in most of the clips so it still looks pretty clean.
Pros: More power Clearer sound Very clean Decently high quality Easy to use CD, AUX, Pandora, Bluetooth, Radio
Cons: Fit
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Clear and simple
Troy from Magalia, CA on 2/10/2025
2010 Subaru Outback
Simple enough, but it does what I want. Good machine for the money.
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Cost effective, appealing
Tony from Savannah, GA on 2/9/2025
I've had this deck in my A3 for a year now. Overall, I'm very happy with it. The dual color setting allowed me to match everything to the red/white stock Audi gauge colors. The sound output is great, even with the stock speakers I used for a while. Install was simple plug and play. The one down side I have with this unit is that the volume dial sometimes does not register that you are turning it. I've grown used to adjusting volume with the supplied remote. Navigation through the various menus seems easier with the remote anyway. Overall, happy with the purchase.
Pros: Customizable colors. Great sound output.
Cons: Volume control works better with remote vs deck knob.
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Great value
David from Hamilton, OH on 1/31/2025
1992 Honda Accord EX
Great value, clean rca outputs
Pros: 3 sets of rca outputs
Cons: Can't turn off lpf
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Great product, instructions were a little confusing
Elijah from West Linn, OR on 1/27/2025
2003 Toyota Tundra
I like it a lot. I'm still trying to figure out all the features but the bluetooth automatically connecting is so convenient. I also love the extra bass setting being so accessible. Definitly worth it for how cheap it is. The only thing is I wish the instructions were more clear because the paper that came with it was different than the pdf instructions and neither of which explained very clearly that the DIN was already installed. It was easy enough to figure out on my own but still confusing. Other than that, the product is awesome 5 stars.
Pros: extra bass setting, automatic bluetooth connection, easy volume knob to work with
Cons: instructions were confusing
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Good sound
Scott from OREGON, MO on 1/23/2025
2006 Jeep Wrangler
Nice unit works great. Everything needed came with it. Thanks Crutchfield
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Jack from Jasper, GA on 1/22/2025
2007 Subaru Impreza 2.5i
great FM reception, lots of options, shows battery voltage, good sound, supports 2 bluetooth devices
Pros: FM reception, sound
Cons: hands free calling is a bit complicated to use while driving
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Mary from Fayetteville, AR on 1/20/2025
2006 Toyota Tundra
This is a great upgrade for a simple cd/bluetooth player. It looks and sounds great and the installation was a breeze with the crutchfield supplied instruction manual.
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Excellent Unit
Erik from Lawton, OK on 1/17/2025
1997 Ford F-150
Excellent Unit, Excellent funcitons and sound, a bit busy with all the different functions and menu options but overall a excellent unit, since the days of 70's and 80's Pioneer Supertuners are long gone this will have to do the trick.
Pros: Meets all my musical needs for my vehicle with no issues.
Cons: None that can be found.
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Excellent for the price
David from WATKINSVILLE, GA on 1/15/2025
2008 Toyota RAV4
I liked this unit enough that this is the second one I've bought. First was for my truck, second for my wife's Rav-4 when her factory JBL died. As always, the advice from Crutchfield for installation was spot on.
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Great car stereo.
Felipe from Arecibo, PR on 1/9/2025
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Just like every other Sony car stereo I have owned, user friendly, reliable with hi-fidelity. Owned similar models in tree vehicles already.
Pros: Can handle music from my old CD's as well as from USB drives.
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Christopher from Springdale, AR on 1/7/2025
2001 Honda S2000
I got this for my 2001 S2000. Fits perfectly and you can still use the cover that goes over the radio. In my opinion get the harness with it, makes installing it easier. Also get the steering wheel control option that way you can use the controls that go on the side of your steering wheel.
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Wynn from Kailua Kona, HI on 1/7/2025
2000 Porsche Boxster
Very good value for the price. Seems to have all the modern conveniences of a decent car audio system.
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Great stereo for the price!
Dave from Oak Harbor, WA on 1/6/2025
2003 Chevrolet S10
Great radio, works exactly as expected.
Pros: Cheap Sounds great Easy to use FM signal works better than stock
Cons: None at this price point.
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William from Avon, OH on 1/3/2025
1993 Nissan 300ZX 2+2
Works great and fits well in the car. It is very easy to use
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Thomas from Kenner, LA on 1/1/2025
I had the older model MEX for about 8 yrs. I like the ease of connecting Bluetooth, looks, and the bass boost options to start. As I use it more, I will probably find more things I Ike.
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Dwayne from Efland, NC on 12/30/2024
2002 Volvo S40
Works great even with stock speakers!! Sounds great!! Thanks you for recommending this radio!! And custom wiring plug and play perfect!!
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Great sound
Alfred from New Rochelle, NY on 12/24/2024
1999 Volkswagen Beetle
This a nice price and good unit Sony is one of the best units out today
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Happy customer
Marcial from El Cerrito, CA on 12/22/2024
Great quality CD player. Easy to install. Plug and play with Crutchfield's harnass service. Excellent customer availability.
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Robert from Ogden, KS on 12/20/2024
2001 Dodge Ram
Didn't think they had come that far with tech. Love it.
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Jim from Nowata, OK on 12/13/2024
Very nice unit,lots of options, Sony quality. What more do i need say.
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Great fit and great sound.
David from Dayton, TX on 12/12/2024
2009 Toyota Tacoma
I am loving the look and the great sound of this system in my old truck.
Pros: Awesome functionality and clean clear sound.
Cons: Installation instructions were somewhat lacking for me, an unprofessional installer. But I got through it.
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Don from Decatur, AL on 12/11/2024
1993 Ford F Series
I needed something to play cd's and a nice radio. Simple but not a whole lot to choose from because most are bigger with big screens and features. The Sony MEX-N5300BT has way more features than I needed to have in a very nice unit. So far I'm very pleased with the performance. Does everything I want and more. Not sure if I will ever use the upscale features but I'm sure they'll work just fine if I do.
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Good radio for a good price
Michael from Tulsa, OK on 12/9/2024
2004 Land Rover Discovery
It's a nice radio and sounds great. It fit well and was easy to install. The buttons are a little small but they work. CD player works good. I haven't tried the blue tooth yet.
Pros: price sound cool lights CD blue tooth
Cons: buttons are small
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Lawrence from Morton, IL on 12/8/2024
1995 Pontiac Bonneville
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great unit
Charlie from Salem, VA on 12/6/2024
1997 Land Rover Discovery
This is a nice clean unit with easy to use controls and great sound . It was an easy installation .
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Great sounding unit!
Christopher from GREENVILLE, NC on 12/3/2024
2004 Dodge Dakota
Sound imaging is awesome from this little unit. I like the ability to match the illumination color to my OEM dash lights. This is a sharp looking head unit that preforms like a more pricey one.
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All The Bells and Whistles with a Remote Control
Ernesto from Bryceville, FL on 12/2/2024
1968 Dodge Coronet
I have another one of these head units in another classic vehicle. It is one of the last single DIN head units that come with a physical remote control. This unit has good power by itself and plenty of outputs and media choices.
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Gus from Henderson, NV on 12/2/2024
2003 Dodge Dakota
Really nice good sounding stereo. Easy to install with all Crutchfield extras
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Crutchfield customer from Bemidji, MN on 11/25/2024
2005 Toyota Matrix
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Easy Upgrade
Avi from Jackson, WY on 11/25/2024
2001 Toyota Tacoma
This is probably the easiest upgrade I have done to my car besides put in a phone mount. The instructions and pre-made connector harness were not at all the nightmare I was expecting. My first time disassembling the dash got it all in in about 2 hours. If I had to do it again would maybe take 30 min. Looks super clean too.
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Well worth the money!
William from Bakersfield, CA on 11/25/2024
2006 Jeep Liberty
Just getting started with this unit, but sounds pretty good thus far. I don't have all my new speaker installed yet, so I haven't played with the EQ settings. I am still working my way through the manual for all the options that I will be using. Just needed a basic radio with CD function and Bluetooth capabilities. This unit fits the bill on all counts. The Crutchfield mounting kit and pre-fabricated wiring harness made this a plug and play installation in the wife's 2006 Jeep Liberty. Took about 15-20 minutes to install max..
Pros: Price Fairly intuitive controls Sound quality Bluetooth capable CD Player
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Eric from Mystic, CT on 11/24/2024
1999 BMW 3 Series
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Sounds great
George from El Paso, TX on 11/20/2024
1998 Ford Crown Victoria
Everything your expert said it would be. Fantastic sound and a perfect fit in my dash. Couldn't ask for a better choice.
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Mary from Grand Rapids, MI on 11/20/2024
2011 Ford F-150 XLT
Great deck! Easy install, sound is fantastic, and easy to operate.
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Chris from Mansfield Ctr, CT on 11/17/2024
2000 Chevrolet S10
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Douglas from Lake Mills, IA on 11/15/2024
2008 GMC Canyon
Relatively easy install, called Claude with a few questions & he patiently answered them so the install was successful. Definitely order the prewired setup, it's worth the $28 extra. Flashy colored lights don't do much for this 72 year old Grandpa but the sound greatly improved in my '08 GMC Canyon. Seems like Cructhfield really has the customer satisfaction figured out. Overall very satisfied.
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Great Fit
Crutchfield customer from BASSETT, VA on 11/14/2024
2003 Dodge Ram 2500
Thanks to Crutchfield this is a perfect fit for my old (2003) truck. If you think a loud bass is music this is not the product for you . If you like a true sound of quality music this machine will meet your needs.
Pros: Good fit and good sound ! Truly easy install job.
Cons: Not much in the way of Bass . An amp might do the trick.
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Excellent unit!
Ralph from Salisbury, MD on 11/12/2024
Great replacement for my CDX-MP70. Easy install. Great sound.
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Perfect Fit in My 350Z
Steven R. from HINESVILLE, GA on 11/8/2024
2004 Nissan 350Z
Wow !! So many options in a single din cd/system!! Still learning and the remote control is awesome addition...Sony & JBL speakers are like Chocolate and peanut butter!!
Pros: Just bought a 7" Double din with everything but I wanted a smaller unif because space is limited in my 350Z..But have not lost all the same programs like the 7" Touchscreen i just took out !! And all the mounting hardware was included so it mounted perfectly in my 350Z!!
Cons: None
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excellent addition to my 1996 GMCsonoma
Danny from Corinth, MS on 11/4/2024
1996 GMC Sonoma
actually have not installed it yet but i have one in my 89 silverado that i really like. top notch performance at a great price
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Good lil radio
Brandon from Copperas Cove, TX on 11/4/2024
1991 Chevrolet C Series
Works good, doesn't feel cheap and has most of what you could ask for without breaking the bank
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Jeremy from Cadiz, OH on 11/2/2024
2005 Honda Accord LX
I wanted a stereo with the ability to change the button and display colors, that is why i selected this unit. I wanted green buttons and a green display. You can change the buttons and display to green, purple, red, blue, orange, yellow, pink, and rainbow colors, which I think is really cool.
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Easy Install!
Joel from Biloxi, MS on 10/28/2024
1994 Nissan Hardbody
Unit arrived quickly and securely packaged, which was one of my worries, that the package would arrive damaged. It was packaged well and no worries there! Very easy instructions and the unit was just as pictured and imagined. Installation? Wow, way easy... I'm slow and not very knowledgeable and was able to install in less than an hour! The unit itself functions great. The Bluetooth was a simple set up and the included mic picks up voice clearly. Easy set up for face color change and channel setup... I couldn't ask for a more easy way to go, thanks!
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Great
Daniel from Redmond, WA on 10/24/2024
2000 Chevrolet K Series
Great. At this price point it's a great deal. The only thing I would like is a case for the face once you detach it. They used to be the norm years ago, but after looking at a lot of stereos with detachable faces, most don't have them. Anyway, the stereo is great.
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Works well
Darryl from Greenbrier, TN on 10/24/2024
1999 Ford F-350
Nice radio. But it doesn't have separate treable or bass adjust
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James from Warsaw, VA on 10/17/2024
2002 GMC Sierra 1500
I've used Sony a long time ago and I'm glad to see the quality is still there lot's of options for your sound and customizing the display colors you can easily match your factory lighting so that it looks like a factory cd player. The Bluetooth is very simple to get connected and is easy to control highly recommend
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Willard from Canton, MA on 10/16/2024
1990 Chevrolet Blazer
The Sony is unbelievably better than the BOSS radio I started with. I have to commend Crutchfield customer service. They are great! I had bought a BOSS radio from Crutchfield. Very poor reception. It was exchanged for another unit of the same model. The second was no better. At the suggestion of Conrad I ordered the Sony MEX-N5300BT. Thank you Conrad. Will
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Andrew from Lawrenceville, GA on 10/14/2024
Looks good, not super flashy. Easy setup and multiple settings.
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Jim from Conway, SC on 10/11/2024
Very nice radio. Best part wasn't the radio though - it was the great customer service I got at Crutchfield and the top of the line wiring harness. Highly recommended seller and staff!
Pros: Does what I wanted it for!
Cons: Tough to remove the old Dodge amp, but that isn't a Con on Crutchfield or Sony. It's on Dodge.
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Great fit for Tacoma!
Blake from Saint Joseph, MO on 10/2/2024
2006 Toyota Tacoma
Easy setup, works exactly as I had hoped. Perfect for my '06 Tacoma!
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Martin from Webster, NY on 9/29/2024
2007 Honda Accord EX
Amazingly easy set up in a Honda. I love these sonys
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Michael from Bradenton, FL on 9/27/2024
1994 Mercedes-Benz E320
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Matthew from Mableton, GA on 9/24/2024
1997 Ford Ranger
Super easy install. Setup/config was also a breeze. Puts out substantial power for the aftermarket speakers I installed alongside. Great sound and ease of use!
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Alex from Columbia, SC on 9/20/2024
clean sound; for the price
Pros: Price, Cd, BT, USB options
Cons: Low watts per channel
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John from Bettendorf, IA on 9/19/2024
2001 Jeep Cherokee
Powerful unit. Looks great and is easy to use. Love the CD / Bluetooth combination.
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Awesome little receiver!
David from COLUMBUS, OH on 9/18/2024
2007 Chevrolet Colorado
I absolutely love this Sony stereo receiver (more about that below). I highly recommend paying the extra $27 for the Ready Harness. It made the job SO much easier. You will not have to crimp any wires at all. It's literally just disconnecting electrical connectors. I would also highly recommend purchasing the adapter that allows you to retain your factory door chimes. Just a good idea if you don't want to accidentally lock your keys in the car. In my old Colorado I had a double DIN Power Acoustic aftermarket stereo. It was cool, but all the moving lights and flashing displays were a bit much while driving at night. This Sony single DIN stereo is exactly what I was looking for. I can pair my phone via Bluetooth for streaming and I can still listen to CDs if I want to. It has a sleek, classic gloss black design and you can customize the entire display, including the button lights. My favorite setting is called "Sunset" and it fades back and forth from red to yellow. I needed a little help with installation so I called Tech Support. I didn't have to wait at all to speak to someone and Dakota, the guy who helped me, was super nice. Overall I am super happy with my purchase and installation experience. I would 100% recommend Crutchfield to anyone who wants to put an aftermarket stereo receiver in their vehicle and wants to do it right. Keep up the great work!
Pros: Sleek and classy. Not too many flashing lights. Very customizable. Plays CDs and can connect to two Bluetooth devices. You can adjust the brightness, and it has a built-in dimmer.
Cons: Installation was a little tricky as far as getting the dash kit to fit correctly with the stereo. There is a plastic piece that comes attached to this receiver that had to be removed in order to get it to fit correctly in my truck. Once I removed that it was a piece of cake.
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Excellent Head Unit - lacking some
condor655 from NJ Shore on 9/17/2024
2001 Ford Crown Victoria
This is a great head unit. Bluetooth phone answering is key and works great. Lacking - no Mute button on unit or remote. Not sure why Sony left this off??? Also, they could put a battery in it to retain the settings when you work on your car and have to remove the battery. Otherwise very good unit, excellent sound and features.
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Charles from Cheyenne, WY on 9/10/2024
1985 Nissan 300ZX
Big bang for the bucks.. Very nice reciever.
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Ryan from Howell, MI on 9/10/2024
1993 Dodge D Series
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Brent from Cobden, IL on 9/4/2024
2003 Jeep Wrangler
Very easy to install in my 03 Rubicon. With the free wiring harness there is no need to cut and splice the factory wiring. You only need to splice the free wiring harness to the wiring harness included with the stereo. If you can strip wire and crimp a splice you can install the stereo. Then you can put the factory radio back in the Jeep without any modification if you ever sell the vehicle.
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Dorphus from Staten Island, NY on 9/2/2024
The wiring of the radio was straight forward, and the sounds produce has the desire effect I was looking for my car system.
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Mark from Mount Orab, OH on 8/28/2024
2002 Ford Ranger
good value for price
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Great Radio
Naomi from Kalamazoo, MI on 8/12/2024
1998 Toyota Avalon
Bought this to replace original radio in a 1998 Toyota Avalon. Wanted bluetooth pairing and ability to play songs from android phone. It was an easy installation. Crutchfield's instructions, tech support and the assembled wiring harness made it so. Loved the color changing ability of the buttons and display. Bluetooth pairing was so simple and quick. Choosing the next song in the playlist is done easily from the controls on the radio.
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Austan from Hinckley, MN on 8/8/2024
1994 Pontiac Bonneville
Great optioned radio. Great price. Brought my 94 bonneville into the 21st century but still can pop a cd in. Phone capabilities work great. Crutchfield.com always comes through. Had all the right parts thrown in to sweeten the deal and make installation gravy.
Pros: Cd USB Bluetooth
Cons: None for the price
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Bruce from Bullhead City, AZ on 8/1/2024
2006 Chrysler Crossfire
Great head unit powers my system well. No amp needed for a small car.
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Great Stereo at a Reasonable Price
Lin from Belleville, NJ on 7/25/2024
1999 Toyota Corolla
Great product with the free wires. The sound is incredible. Easy to use. I love the USB part, it memorizes where you had left off the last time, so you don't listen to the same music repeatedly. The stereo looks great on my 1999 Toyota Corolla. Very happy with the purchase. Though the installation part is too complicated for me. I left it to the care of the professionals, paid $140 to install it but well worth it. Very happy with the purchase. Don't have to buy additional parts. It fits perfectly.
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You have to be a rocket scientist to set this unit up
Fred from LOUISVILLE, KY on 7/25/2024
1993 Mercury Grand Marquis
Good sound but it is the most complicated unit I have ever seen. When setting up the unit a lot of procedures and buttons do not function as the manual says they are supposed to. Called Crutchfield several times to get help.
Pros: Nice sound
Cons: Complicated setup.
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Crutchfield is the way to go!
John from Knoxville, TN on 7/24/2024
2011 Ford Crown Victoria
Fast shipping and great customer service are always things you can count on with Crutchfield.
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Crutchfield customer from DUSON, LA on 7/19/2024
2003 Ford Explorer Sport
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Phillip from Round Rock, TX on 7/7/2024
works as advertised. Install straightforward
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John from Salem, AL on 7/3/2024
1998 Ford Ranger
Good unit really brings out the sound in the speakers.not to difficult to set up Still working with it.I have not tried phone stuff yet
Pros: Good design good display and lighting
Cons: You can't seem to operate the iPod through the unit unless I just have not figured it out yet
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Chuck from Rohnert Park, CA on 6/25/2024
2010 Freightliner Sprinter Camper Van
This is a killer radio unit. Best buy out there.
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Dan from WEST CHESTER, PA on 6/24/2024
2005 Toyota Corolla
This system sounds excellent, having been installed in a 2005 Corolla with the factory speakers (hard to believe right?). This model is loaded with features and was relatively easy to install, given the instructions provided by Crutchfield (great job!). The PDF was a nice touch. We loaded it up onto a laptop and began working. Was surprising how good this sounded, even better than my Infiniti Bose system! Will probably order another one for my son for Christmas.
Pros: Everything else
Cons: UI is a little confusing, but not a show stopper.
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Excellent replacement for a tired Alpine!
John from Virginia Beach, VA on 6/24/2024
The CD player in my 21 year old Alpine finally died. It is becoming very difficult to find in dash AM/FM-CD players. I found this Sony at a great price. It was very easy to install and set up and sounds amazing. Great product!
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Perfect upgrade
Scott from Howell, MI on 6/24/2024
2004 Dodge Ram 1500
Great unit! Great features! I'm now hands free.
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Cory from E Grand Forks, MN on 6/18/2024
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Great sounding stereo. Feel like the last Sony Stereo I had, in another vehicle, had a few more audio options that I thought this would have had. I bought this unit based on national reviews putting it towards the top. And I still wanted the option to play some CDs since they do sound better then Bluetooth. Over all painless install in my 2006 Ford Five Hundred thanks to the make/model specific gear Crutchfield sends with the unit. Steering wheel controls all work.
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Excellent
Shane from Hiawassee, Ga on 6/18/2024
2006 Jeep Wrangler
Thrilled with this unit. I had major headaches from a previous owner's install but kudos to the Crutchfield team for their advice and patience. This unit is solid, easy to install and user friendly.
Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing yet
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Nice inexpensive CD/Bluetooth deck
Roger from Fredericksburg, VA on 6/17/2024
1996 Mazda B4000
Great little deck and installation was a snap. 3rd attempt to pair android phone worked.
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Steve from Riverside, CA on 6/14/2024
1998 Ford Explorer
Everything works as expected. Bluetooth access, Aux from phone to Sony, USB slot. Much easier to listen to my music library, not just CD or AM/FM radio. I don't have Sirius account because I already own all the music I have listened to since high school. A little feature I didn't know this radio has but is great is the reading of voltage from car battery. I have had a problem in the last few years with batteries and now have access to voltage readings without opening up hood to get a reading of voltage from a Multimeter. Way more convenient!
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Awesome
Sam from Denver, CO on 6/13/2024
2000 GMC Sierra 1500
Great stereo easy to use and great sound.
Pros: Works great
Cons: No Cons
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WOW!!!!!
Tim from Indianapolis, IN on 6/11/2024
1999 Porsche Boxster
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Jeff from San Jose, CA on 6/10/2024
2001 GMC Sierra 1500
Nice unit
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Sounds fine. Works great.
Bill from Harlem, GA on 6/7/2024
Overall, for the money, you cannot beat it. The dual programmable light zones along with how it sounds is what makes it good for the money. If I did not already own one and heard it in another vehicle, I would buy it.
Pros: Looks good. Easily installed.
Cons: The programming in the manual for the settings for the faceplate warning beeps is misleading. Once I figured it out, all is well. Other than that, no problems.
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Nice stereo, watchout for aux input distortion
Herbert from Saint Charles, MN on 6/4/2024
2015 Nissan Versa Note
Nice stereo. The only thing I would say is be aware of the Aux input and distortion when you plug in your phone for music etc.. My son and I bought this stereo with an amp for subs and it sounded off. Of course we only checked the sound with the aux input, ....fatal error... lol.... we bought an amp for his door speakers thinking they weren't getting enough power, nope.... we then bought the thickest and sickest speaker wire possible..... nope... then dad said, let me sit there for a sec, I turned on the radio and was immediately showered in warm music thumping every which way. Needless to say, my son was thankful for the error...lol
Pros: With Crutchfield's instructions, the actual install was easy peasy.
Cons: We found distortion in the aux input, but he uses Bluetooth anyway so mehh.... maybe a better aux cord would work?
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Great Radio.
Brian from Detroit, MI on 6/4/2024
2014 Chevrolet Caprice PPV
Perfect radio, sounds great. Need to learn all of its features.
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Very nice unit.
Kenneth from Rome, GA on 6/1/2024
Good looks, great build quality, solid feel of buttons and controls and excellent sound are indications of the traditional quality of Sony products. This was a great choice for the retrofit into my fully restored 72 Corvette. My only complaint is the same as has been mentioned by other reviewers is that the menu for setting every thing up is somewhat difficult to maneuver and master.
Pros: Overall quality
Cons: Set up menu
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Perfect
Allan from Seattle, WA on 5/28/2024
2001 Honda Civic EX
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Solid Option for Basic Features
Michael J from ELKHART, IN on 5/23/2024
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500
Needed a cheap hands-free option for my company-owned work truck (2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD). This checked all the boxes as far as options I wanted in this price range. One note on installation - this unit, with the cables attached, is too deep for the factory housing on that truck. That wasn't noted anywhere that I found in my research. I ended up having to cut out the back of the housing, which wasn't a big deal, just would have been nice to know to expect that. One other functional note... I'll agree with others that have said it's frustrating to not have the unit automatically show the clock while streaming over Bluetooth. I can push a button every time I turn it on and have it show the time, but by default, the display only shows the source (i.e. "Pandora") and nothing else. I haven't found a way to have the display default to the song info or clock, which is slightly annoying. Not a deal breaker by any means, but an inconvenience. Having a hands-free head unit should mean I don't need to push a bunch of buttons while I'm driving to see simple things like the clock. Installation took less than an hour. I purchased the SWC harness, bezel kit, and paid the $25 fee to have Crutchfield make all the connections. For me, that's well worth the upgrade and streamlines installation a ton. The steering wheel controls worked perfectly after finding the correct dipswitch combo listed in the instructions. All in all, this will work fine for a work truck.
Pros: Fairly simple installation. Serious sound upgrade using factory speakers. Customizable colors for display, easy to match OEM colors perfectly. Quick BT pairing and subsequent connections. Actual knob for volume. Plenty of cord for microphone. Sony app is a nice option.
Cons: Cannot find a way to make the display default to the clock or song information, have to push buttons every use to display that info. I don't need to constantly see my music source on the display. Didn't see anything regarding the depth being an issue for my vehicle, but it was. Had to cut out a sizeable piece of the factory housing to make it fit. Probably wouldn't have purchased if I'd have seen that noted anywhere while shopping.
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William from Spruce Pine, AL on 5/21/2024
1996 Ford F Series
If you are up in the air between this unit and another one, definitely choose this one. This unit is absolutely fantastic! It does everything it says it will do!
Pros: Sound quality is much better than pioneer using the same speakers. Hands free calls is a Big plus!!!
Cons: Absolutely none!!!
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Fantastic head unit, mildly annoying install
Trevor from Marysville, WA on 5/16/2024
2014 Chevrolet Spark
I'll give the head unit itself five stars. It's quick and responsive. There's a lot of customization options. The audio quality is fantastic, and managed to improve the cheap stock speakers in my 2014 Chevy spark. I'd certainly consider another one of these for my other vehicles. The frustrating part involved the screws included with the head unit and the Metra dash kit. The screws provided by Sony were way too short to go through the dash kit brackets and still secure the head unit. I spent a good hour trying to find longer versions of the same screws to no avail. In the end I had to use sheet metal screws to hold it in place. It would be nice if longer screws were included with the head unit or the dash kit. Nonetheless Crutchfield was very quick and responsive anytime I needed to call for help. Always a pleasure doing business with them.
Pros: Audio quality, responsiveness, fit and finish
Cons: Short screws included with head unit don't fit dash kit brackets
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Robert from Coventry, RI on 5/15/2024
1996 Mazda Miata
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sounds clean
Michael from Santa Maria, CA on 5/15/2024
1964 Chevrolet Impala
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Excellent Experience!!
Steven from New Hampton, NY on 5/15/2024
2008 Toyota Corolla
Excellent experience overall. Crutchfield provided all the necessary parts and literature for an easy installation. I opted for the additional feature where they send the completed plug and play wiring harness and am so happy. For $20 you cannot go wrong and it made installation so easy. Highly recommend Crutchfield for their service and the Sony MEX-N5300BT is far superior sound quality wise to the OEM head unit that came stock with the car. The BEST!!
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Great head unit
John from Wapwallopen, PA on 5/15/2024
2007 Toyota Tacoma
Great stereo for my truck. I don't need anything fancy, just a simple head unit to replace the non-functioning one in my truck. The Bluetooth feature is great too!
Pros: Button and text color options and bluetooth
Cons: None
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Michael from Belleville, MI on 5/13/2024
1997 Ford F-150
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Sean from Mount Joy, PA on 5/5/2024
2017 Ford Fiesta
I feel it's a no frills stereo that does everything I need a stereo to do without alot of extra stuff. great sound and the features are easy to use. Install took me maybe an hour. All-in-all, happy with the purchase.
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Delvonn from Norfolk, VA on 5/3/2024
1999 Chevrolet Suburban
Love it best unit I ever had and fast shipping thank you so much ??
Pros: Nothing but the best
Cons: No complaints
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buy it
ben from Ventura, CA on 5/3/2024
2006 Chevrolet Colorado
So far so good, a little bit of a learning curve to get going but worth the buy. Highly recommend.
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Jeff from Powell, OH on 5/1/2024
1998 BMW Z3
Simple setup, logical controls with plug and play. Using the Crutchfield harness made it easy; I was up and running in less than 5 minutes. Instructions made it fool proof! Installed literally in under 5 minutes pulling out OEM with 2 screws.
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John from Balboa Island, CA on 4/29/2024
2005 Dodge Sprinter
Really straightforward, plug & play. I'm very happy.
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Rachel from Orrville, OH on 4/29/2024
2010 Ford Explorer
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Whorton from Lovingston, VA on 4/28/2024
Awesome radio I have this one in two of my vechicles
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Jason from South Bend, IN on 4/24/2024
1996 Jeep Cherokee
Love the new technology compared to my old stereo!
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Brian from Omaha, NE on 4/22/2024
1995 GMC Sierra
The install and configuration was simple. It worked correctly right away, and the configuration was intuitive. I didn't even have to open the book to configure the sound and connect bluetooth to my phone. It played Pandora right away without any hiccups. It sounds as good as can be expected without any external amplifiers. Would definitely recommend this unit for a single DIN slot.
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Rodney from Barnhart, MO on 4/18/2024
2005 Dodge Ram 1500
The face unit doesn't snap into place on the radio.
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Enjoying it so far
Timothy from Minneapolis, MN on 4/16/2024
2011 Nissan Xterra
Really enjoying it so far. Mounted perfectly with the Xterra/Frontier kit and sounds great. Really enjoy the features and also more refined look of this head unit vs others in the price range. You can tone down the backlight and set the color so it doesn't look like a cheap 90's head unit. Looks factory and grown up
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Scott from Canyon Lake, TX on 4/15/2024
2001 Dodge Dakota
Looks good in the truck,,, don't know why I waited so long! Easy fit with the kit, detailed instructions!
Pros: Bt connects right away, soon as I start the truck!
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James from Los Angeles, CA on 4/15/2024
IT REPLACES THE FACTORY RADIO/CASSETTE/REMOTE CD PLAYER IN MY 1997 SUBURBAN. I DID NOT WANT OR NEED A HIGH END MODEL. I CAN NOW PLAY MY COLLECTION OF DIGITIZED MUSIC THROUGH THE AUX PLUG IN. IT ALSO HAS A CD PLAYER WHICH IS BECOMING RARE. THE INSTALLATION WAS NOT DIFFICULT. CRUTCHFIELD SUPPORT ASSISTED AS NEEDED.
Pros: ALL THAT I NEED
Cons: AERIAL WAS TRICKY TO FIT. CIRCULAR BARB IN FEMALE SECTION HAD TO BE PRIED OUT TO FIT IN FACTORY MINI PLUG
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A Good Car Stereo
James from Aiea, HI on 4/14/2024
2003 Ford Focus
2003 Ford Focus SE sedan - Purchased to replace OEM Blaupunkt stereo. Installation was somewhat easy. Sound from this Sony is equivalent to the Blaupunkt but has way more features. I am very satisfied with this unit and may purchase another one for my other car.
Pros: Compact design; Excellent display (face plate); easy installation
Cons: Sticky release latch for face plate (sometimes it releases, sometimes it doesn't); on/off button confusing at times
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2006 Toyota Sequoia Stereo replacement
Jakob from Flowery Branch, GA on 4/11/2024
2006 Toyota Sequoia
Excellent stereo and very easy installation. Everything crutchfield recommended worked very well. I got the $25 splicing and the harnesses were ready to go. The Bluetooth works well but takes about 10-15 seconds to connect when you turn on the car.
Pros: Minimal appearance Bluetooth Easy install
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David from Latrobe, PA on 4/11/2024
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Kwok Wing from Renton, WA on 4/10/2024
2007 Mazda 5
I picked this deck because it has a classy look, soft touch buttons and the volume knob feels like a much higher end deck. I am using the speakers output to power all 4 of my factory speakers and it actually sounds better than my Alpine, especially from the low end mid bass. I connect my phone through BT, and it worked great, there is a little bit of wait time but overall it is not bad at all. The only thing I really dislike about this deck is the detachable face mechanism, once it detached, it is so hard to reattach, it seems to be the hook is not engaging when pushed in, you have to smack on it a little to engage the hook mechanism to pop back in, and this happen every time. This could be a factory defect but I can't say? I didn't want to return the unit because I found out after I completed the installation to the car. If you never detach the face, this would be a great unit.
Pros: Classy look black out buttons, match great with any dash, not too bright like some newer unit. Audio output sounds really good. EQ adjustment really smooth out some high end and low end of the music. Operation of functions are not complicated, clock and audio adjustment are pretty easy to operate.
Cons: Detachable face is not engaging every time. It would be fine if you never detach the face.
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Very Nice Unit
James D from BOWIE, MD on 3/29/2024
1996 Chevrolet C Series
Very happy with this receiver. Crutchfield provided all hardware and parts necessary to convert and fit this into my 1996 Chevy C1500. The dash kit instructions are a little vague on a couple of points and needed a little thought to get everything mounted properly and fitting tightly, but not a big deal. Also, I see that some of you are/were having problems getting the face plate to lock in place. I was having the same issue sometimes. The Sony customer service website provided the answer to this problem, and I have had no issues since. When you position the face plate for mounting, you need to push on the control knob firmly to lock it in place. You will hear a distinct little 'click'. The instructions should have mentioned this, but now you know. Above all, make the effort to spend time in your vehicle with the instruction manual and play with this unit. It can be complicated at first effort, but is quite easy to operate and customize it to your needs if you have worked your way through the steps to get to where you want to be.
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Perfect little head unit
Wayne from Newark, DE on 3/24/2024
2000 Nissan Altima
Awesome head unit. Has all of my needed features. The custom light options are a little tricky, but glad I have the option to fine tune them
Pros: Options to perform as a high end sound system
Cons: Custom lighting options are tricky to fine tune
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Armando from Catlett, VA on 3/18/2024
2002 Pontiac Grand Am
It came and out of the box the faceplate latched once but it did not work again so I screwed the faceplate on so it doesn't come off but it looks good and feels good bluetooth is good
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Pleased with purchase
Matthew from Oro Valley, AZ on 3/17/2024
1998 BMW Z3
Nice receiver. Big upgrade over my 26 year old original equipment. Nice to have the Bluetooth and USB options as well as the old school cd slot. My only complaint is the faceplate took several minutes to attach as it required far more pressure to attach than would have ever dreamed. I'll probably never remove it.The Crutchfield directions for install are an outline, but certainly not all inclusive. I had to fill in the gaps with the Sony manual.
Pros: Nice features, power and sound. Can match display colors to my vehicle dash color.
Cons: Faceplate initially hard to attach
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Ryan from Meridian, ID on 3/15/2024
2001 Ford F-150
Face was a little difficult to get to stay latched, other than that good product
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Not compatible for 03 Mach1
Zayn from Sevierville, TN on 3/15/2024
2003 Ford Mustang
Instructions are for toyota cars followed color code for wires best I could turned car on and nothing works so this isnt for a 03 Mach1 wasted my money never shopping here again!
Pros: Looks Nice
Cons: Doesnt work
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Excellent bang for the buck!
Jared from Dallas, GA on 3/14/2024
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
So far so good! Installed in my 65 corvette and can stream music and make phone calls with no problem. I like it!
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Lori M from Quarryville, PA on 3/11/2024
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500
Directions specific for my truck would have saved a lot of time. Install was smooth. Fit is perfect. Looks good & works great for the one day I used it. Ordering was a breeze, salesman was helpful & accommodated my request for simplicity. Hope to get at least 1 year out of new stereo.
Pros: Ordering process, time to receive, install time & process, fit/look, using it is simple, & price.
Cons: Directions took a while to read through to focus on my truck only.
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Pete from Virginia Bch, VA on 3/9/2024
Love the sleek single din, great features and you can't beat the price!
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Mark from Coudersport, PA on 2/28/2024
2003 Toyota RAV4
Attractive and user friendly head unit with lots of features, respectable power and good bang for the buck!
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great buy
Chris from Petersburg, VA on 2/26/2024
1995 Ford F Series
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Jamie from Coolidge, TX on 2/25/2024
2004 GMC Yukon XL
I love the many settings on this radio it was so easy to hook up my phone to this through BT but my favorite thing about this is I can change the display and buttons to purple my favorite color.
Pros: Lots of settings, easy to install, looks great, BT compatible
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Overall great radio
Patrick from Rahway, NJ on 2/22/2024
2010 Scion xB
Overall its very good. The preset EQ settings are nice and the bass boost adds a decent amount of bass. I am using it stock with stock speakers. The only negative so far is that the skip buttons are very tight and need a good push to work.
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Great stereo, great price!
Jimmy from Mesquite, TX on 2/21/2024
2001 Toyota Camry
Sounds great, easy controls, and love the color change feature!
Pros: Excellent sound, easy controls
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Good value, easy to install.
Phil from Petaluma, CA on 2/20/2024
1995 Honda Civic
Unit was easy to install, and once setup the bluetooth reliably re-connects devices upon power-on. The included microphone picks up voice well, but also road noise (I probably need to find a good place to mount it to reduce). Otherwise, it's a good value for the price. Good sound quality, and has a lot of options to adjust/process the audio. CD player also plays well.
Pros: Exellent sound, easy to install, reliable bluetooth connection for two devices. Switches between devices quickly.
Cons: Antenna connection is not pigtail, which was challenging for my install due to limited stock antenna cable available harness.
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Jose from Las Vegas, NV on 2/15/2024
2005 Honda Element
Great thanks Fit perfect on my 2005 Element EX..
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Good value
Daniel from Fresno, CA on 2/15/2024
2002 Honda Civic LX
Sound is clear and full, bluetooth works well and I like the options for different colors! Ordering the prewired harness to fit my vehicle was a time saver.
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Scott from Carl Junction, MO on 2/13/2024
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Easy install used all the items that were suggested, Also used the prewire setup for my vehicle, The only way to go.
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Face plate not locking in place
HECTOR from HOUSTON, TX on 2/3/2024
2000 Chevrolet Astro
i just installed this radio and at the end of installation the face plate would not latch/lock in place. The face plate keeps popping off. Had to use a tie-wrap to keep face in place so my wife can use her vehicle until I get a response from Crutchfield. I know they will take care of me as they have done in the past.
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Jeff from Woodstock, GA on 2/1/2024
2007 Chrysler Aspen
Great simple soulution for replacement radio with hands free Bluetooth calling
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Faceplate concerns
Mark from Sioux Falls, SD on 1/30/2024
2008 Buick LaCrosse
The only item to rate as a four star and not five is the faceplate disconnect button. The disconnect button is positioned in such a way that it is difficult to push mode button without disconnecting face plate. For safety reasons you should avoid trying to change mode while driving. Also, the faceplate is difficult to reattach in one attempt. Only have used radio once after installation
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Phillip from Murfreesboro, TN on 1/26/2024
1996 Ford F Series
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Solid unit!
Cody from Clyde, NC on 1/23/2024
1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Overall a very reliable radio. I've trusted Sony for decades. I would like to see cooler animations but it does exactly what it is intended to do.
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sony Mex in dash CDd-dplayer
Jeffrey from Los Alamitos, CA on 1/23/2024
hard to beat that. like all my sony products, it works flawless. only after 10,000 of uses has one ever needed repair. pretty impressive if you ask me.
Pros: its a sony, what more can i say ???
Cons: 2006 Doddge sprinter 2500
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Perfect Fit
Andy from Palmyra, PA on 1/15/2024
1997 Ford Ranger
This was exactly what I was looking for. The. Wiring harness made it so easy to install. My son an I had it up and running in less than an hour. Thank you Crutchfield for your expertise!
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Small, Good Sounding Headunit,
Brad from LINN, MO on 1/14/2024
1988 Chevrolet C Series
Love this headunit in my c/k pickup. Produces a good sound signal and gives lots of EQ choices and even UI choices.
Pros: Affordable, Good Sounding, Lots of Control
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Sound and lack of instructions
Jeffrey from Bastrop, TX on 1/14/2024
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
No manual with product. I am also not thrilled with the sound. My old factory radio has better sound. It's not easy navigating the options. Can't find the option for controlling the tremble and better bass and fade mode for front and back speakers.
Pros: Blue tooth
Cons: No manual, sound is not impressive.
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David from Colville, WA on 1/12/2024
2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty
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Great radio with one weird SiriusXM quirk that downrates it.
Crutchfield customer from Louisville, CO on 1/6/2024
2002 Honda S2000
This is a great little radio that I chose after poring over several models and it did everything I wanted - Bluetooth, SXM and had a CD player as well. However, I wasn't expecting one quirk with the radio and that's virtually every other SXM radio has a way to cycle through the SXM information - channel name, artist, song. The Sony does NOT. You can choose ONE and manually cycle through the information by pushing a button on the radio, but it won't automatically tell you the artist and title. That seems insane, and takes away from an otherwise really nice head unit. However the interface is so much better than the Alpine it replaces it's hardly an issue, just an annoyance.
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Nice
Larry from Winter Haven, FL on 1/3/2024
2010 Toyota Corolla
A very nice Quality unit for my older Toyota without breaking the bank. Easy simple install and Every function works well. Display brightness and color control are great. Sound quality is very good. This unit is worth the few extra dollars over lower priced and less known brands.
Pros: brightness control
Cons: color and display adjustments a little confusing
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Scott from Bethlehem, PA on 12/30/2023
2004 Ford Focus
Faceplate was nearly impossible to attach the first time. Had to lean on it while it was on the kitchen table to be able to click it into place. This pressure was of course on the volume knob and other buttons which may have tweaked the volume knob. Attaching faceplate got easier after 6-8 click-release cycles. Crutchfield customer service was great of course--sent a replacement but the faceplate problem was the same on the replacement.
Pros: sound was good
Cons: faceplate didn't attach without excessive force. volume control knob had issues.
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Roseann from Tucson, AZ on 12/28/2023
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Second Time's The Charm
Jason from Vineyard Haven, MA on 12/28/2023
2005 Honda S2000
This unit was pretty much "plug & play" with the provided Crutchfield installation link and recommended hardware. I'd give it five stars, but the color selection doesn't always seem to "stick". I'm happy that the unit allows the factory door to close with the faceplate in place. Also, the first head unit was defective and needed to be replaced, which the helpful people at Crutchfield handled flawlessly.
Pros: Sounds great, very affordable, multi-function versatility (CD, Siri, iPod, terrestrial radio)
Cons: Quirky color selection function
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Jonathan from Olympia, WA on 12/27/2023
2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
The Sony MEX-5300BT car stereo, a masterwork of sonic wizardry, stands as a testament to the art of sound. Its sleek form belies the complex symphony of technology within, a device that doesn't just play music, but transforms it into an ethereal experience. With Bluetooth connectivity, it seamlessly weaves your digital playlist into the fabric of your journey, each song emerging as a spectral dance of audio delight. Its interface, a meticulous array of buttons and dials, invites interaction, each press and twist navigating through rich soundscapes. The MEX-5300BT doesn't just emit sound; it redefines it, creating a tapestry of tones where bass thrums with the heart of giants, trebles resonate with crystal clarity, and midranges envelop you in a warm, auditory embrace. In the realm of car stereos, the Sony MEX-5300BT reigns supreme. It elevates the everyday drive into an odyssey of sound, painting each trip with vibrant strokes of sonic brilliance. It's not just a stereo; it's a maestro, orchestrating every journey into an immersive, auditory adventure.
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12/ 23 2013 Jeep JKU Sony MEX-N5300BT
Timothy from Rumson, NJ on 12/26/2023
2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
12/21/2023 . 2013 Jeep Wrangler JKU Rubicon 10th Alpine RES 130S replacement. Not so good. The Sony MEX-N5300BT arrived with detachable face unable to be attached. Crutchfield immediately replaced with another, however that had same issue. Both were defective and manufactured in September 2023. Crutchfield's stellar customer service is sending a new Pioneer. The wiring harness service is perfect. All of the components in the kit are good. Hopefully everything will go as planned. Rudy and JT in customer service did a great job. Fingers crossed.
Pros: Crutchfield service
Cons: defective faceplate for head unit on both Sony MEX-N53300BT's received.
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John from LAREDO on 12/21/2023
2001 Land Rover Discovery
Has a lot of functions. However, had problems in at least two areas: The on/off button is very near the button used to detach the face. It is therefore easy to unintentionally detach the face. The unit does not allow custom color setting for buttons. Have tried a number of ways to get it to set the colors but no luck! The buttons are small; it seems not enough attention was given to the user interface design. Have had trouble setting up the ASWC functions.
Pros: Many functions Improved sound quality versus factory unit
Cons: User interface
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Get a lot for your dollars
Douglas from Brentwood, TN on 12/18/2023
2004 Toyota Tundra
Car audio electronics is one of those things that has just gotten better and at the same time more economical. There's a lot of bang for the buck in this unit and a lot of sound, too. Crutchfield's help with installation instructions that are vehicle specific can't be beat. I'd buy it again.
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Ethan from Oakland, CA on 12/18/2023
1999 Jeep Wrangler
Put this in my 1999 Jeep Wrangler. I already had the sound bar installed and new speakers up front. Paired up with the Sony receiver I can instantly tell the difference in sound quality. The Bluetooth works great and plugging in my iPhone gives better audio control. Really happy with this.
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Richard from Benton, IA on 12/13/2023
2001 Toyota RAV4
Good quality radio. Had to buy the bracket to fit my Toyota rav4 and the sirusxm radio connection separately but I made it work.
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John from Spring Hill, FL on 12/7/2023
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
The Alpine CDA-9853 I installed in my 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (with Crutchfield Pro help) gave up the ghost. Very old for an auto dash unit in sunny Florida. Sony MEX-N5300BT install was a breeze. Very good instructions and accessories were clearly identified. It was déjà vu all over again. Crutchfield supplied all the adaptors for the onboard Infinity amp system. The sound is much better. Polk speakers all around, Sound Ordnance 8 sub (all Crutchfield supplied), Bluetooth, USB, CD. After the learning curve for controls and features, I have high hopes. No faceplate box/caddy.
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Paper weight
Jose from Harlingen, TX on 12/6/2023
2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
The detachable face will not click in place. The unit powers up as it should when I press the face plate in but it will not stay. Install was easy but can't use the unit.
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Great product, great service, great price!
Dan from Fountain, CO on 12/5/2023
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan
Excellent sound and ease of use. The deck is intuitive and installation was less than five minutes thanks to the pre wired harness option! Crutchfield support SMS service is second to none!
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Replacement Radio for XJ
Laurence from Sadorus, IL on 11/24/2023
2001 Jeep Cherokee
Way better than my factory radio. Fit well in my dash and sounds amazing. Installation was really easy and straightforward as well
Pros: Loved being able to change the display and button color. Allowed me to match it with my dash colors
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Replace Bose in my 87 Corvette
Bill from South Bend, IN on 11/8/2023
1987 Chevrolet Corvette
Everything that I was looking for. And with a little help from the Great Tech Staff, had it up and running in no time
Pros: Adjustable colors to match dash. Easy Installation Kept Bose Amp and Speakers
Cons: They didn't come install it for me.
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Salt lake city
Faith from Salt lake city on 11/8/2023
2005 Subaru Forester
The interface isn't great. I wish I would've done a little more research regarding that. Instructions could also be improved, but after a few youtube videos I wasn't in too bad of shape ( and lots of gentle encouragement from my partner.) The only thing I'm really stumped on is the CD player will accept a disk halfway and you can hear the mechanics of the player moving it in, and then it will get stuck half way and display "No disk" on the interface. It will come out easily, though. I've held the eject button and reset the radio but I can't say I really know what to do. Also, the am / fm radio has trouble picking up a signal. I've adjusted the antenna insert a few times, but I'm tired of pulling apart everything just to hear ads lol. The factory radio screws for the 2005 subaru forester (double din) do not fit into the radio like the instructions say. I went to the hardware store twice trying to work that out. I'm not sure what to do as a lot of advice regarding this issue is geared toward used CD players. I'm not sure what the warranty is on this but I did primarily purchase this to play discs so I am rather bummed.
Pros: Really nice look to the interface, though definitely look over to the cons. The radio adds a depth to my speakers I didn't know they had. The custom colors are very fun, but I would trade them for a working CD player or the special trick to get it rolling.
Cons: interface is not very intuitive. I definitely miss my old radio which felt natural to me. The instructions are rough and I had to research through youtube. I wish the soldering instructions had been better as this was my first time! but it didn't come out too shabby.
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Paul from Salt Lake City, UT on 11/7/2023
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Nice head unit. We'll see how it performs over time, but so far--so good. I will need time to figure out the Bluetooth connection to my phone, where to mount the microphone for hands-free phone calls, what the wireless command remote is good for, etc. I looked at specifications for FM sensitivity when deciding which unit to purchase, and this one was among the best.
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Ken from Troutville, VA on 11/7/2023
1997 Chevrolet Cheyenne
I got all the components I needed and it made the installation a breeze!
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Leonard from Southport, FL on 10/27/2023
2000 Ford Ranger
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Good lookin radio
Jude from GRAND FORKS, ND on 10/25/2023
1996 Honda Accord LX
The install was pretty easy in my 2002 Chevy Suburban. Sounds great and it looks good but it does take a bit of getting used to with trying to go through all the menu options. Only complaint is that connecting the bluetooth can be a bit of a pain but other than that, its been great. Would definitely buy again
Pros: Sounds great and looks good
Cons: Bluetooth is a bit of a pain to connect
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Spencer from Shelby Twp, MI on 10/24/2023
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Great sound, decent display options, Horrible USB interface
Chris from West Union, SC on 10/17/2023
2012 Honda Accord
Decent radio for the price, but Menu options and USB drive navigation drive me nuts. As others have stated, the buttons are fairly non-intuituve. The biggest issue I have is with the volume/menu wheel. Sound quality is decent, illumination choices are decent but the Pioneer it replaced had better, fuller RGB choices. The main reason I bought this was color options and USB port. Word to the wise, if your main purpose for picking this up is to put a USB in and listen to files, you are going to need the remote to skip folders. Yes, a car radio requires a remote for a simple function. I have read the manual, I have played with the interface, but ultimately, the wheel cannot skip folders for the USB drive. The annoying menu pops up when you try to navigate with the wheel. Not only that, but after you have set the color options, the menu is white when it engages every time you press the wheel. Not for nothing, that is my only real complaint. Sony could fix this in a software update. The remote skips album folders no sweat by pressing the up arrow, kind of what pressing the wheel up should do. But my Acura RSX I put this in is a manual and I'm not gonna hold a remote while I drive. If anyone out there has managed to figure out how to skip folders on a USB (using a Samsung 256gb thumb drive) please lmk. I have some serious buyers remorse only bc of the usb :) Crutchfield did an amazing job on their part. Perfect install with everything I needed, arrived well
Pros: Great sound, decent LED options, Crutchfield install items made it easy!
Cons: The most annoying wheel/navigation of USB files and folders EXCEPT with the remote, which is no bueno with a manual transmission. :(
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Great but be aware
Crutchfield customer from Peoria, IL on 10/13/2023
1997 Acura Integra GSR
It is very nice, good sound and graphics. Easy to install and use. If you plan to add an amp, make sure the use the remote wire and not the remote hole behing the unit. I almost made that mistake. Also, be aware that if you have huge bass amd subwoofers like me, the faceplate will vibrate out of the unit if you crank it too high.
Pros: Good display, easy to install good sound. Nice remote.
Cons: The faceplate will vibrate out if you have too much bass. Menu could be complicated.
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Martin from Fort Mill, SC on 10/10/2023
2002 Ford F-150
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Sony cd
John from Mattawan, MI on 10/8/2023
Purchased for a friend,has all the features needed for his car,as always Sony quality!
Pros: Options, remote, quality
Cons: Nun
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Larry from Wichita, KS on 10/6/2023
1996 Dodge Ram 1500
Lots of features for a small price. The menu systems takes a bit time to learn to navigate, but it's pretty user friendly
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Very happy
Joey from Wingate, NC on 9/27/2023
2013 Toyota Tacoma
Very good head unit I like it better than the factory unit and I have more options with this one and it sounds better with the factory speakers may go ahead later with better after market speakers.
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James from Los Angeles, CA on 9/20/2023
1993 Buick Regal
Good Stereo has many features, haven't good the correct speakers installed yet to really hear the sound quality of the unit but will update soon as I do
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Nathan from Little Rock, AR on 9/19/2023
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
Radio arrived fast. Very happy with ease of installation, features, and look of the radio. Display colour options help a lot to give it a more OEM look. Glad it has CD functionality. Will go to Crutchfield for all my car stereo needs.
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Great Company and Product
James from Cabot, PA on 9/19/2023
The radio is an excellent product and Crutchfield's is an excellent company. I put this radio in with Crutchfield's help and had no problem.
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What you see is what you get.
Jack from MOSCOW, PA on 9/11/2023
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Easy to use. Easy to install. Easy to enjoy.
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Good unit
Garrett from Colorado Spgs, CO on 9/10/2023
1995 Ford Bronco
Works as advertised. Good layout and buttons. The 6 output channels work well for my setup.
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Great sound and features.
Michael from Daytona Beach, FL on 9/6/2023
1995 Ford Thunderbird
Love the operation and sound. Works great. Installation was smooth except the detents for capturing the unit are very fiddly. It's too easy to insert the unit too far.
Pros: CD Easy to use menus Great sound Looks great
Cons: Install instructions from Sony were lacking some detail. Easy to push the unit in too far and the detents are not aggressive enough to stop the unit from sliding past them Sony install instructions were weak on details/graphics.
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Possibly damaged
Robert from New London, CT on 9/6/2023
Have not installed, arrived in damaged box, sending it back for another.
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Kl from Taylors, SC on 8/20/2023
2001 Ford F-350
I like it . It is a nice radio. The Bluetooth works great in my truck.
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Crutchfield customer from Everett on 8/15/2023
1999 Ford Mustang
Faceplate broken out of the box and won't attach. Would not recommend to anyone. Waste of $ and now I have to make a return and wait even longer to have music in my car. Not to mention the lack of correct color coding on the wire job I paid for. No indication of L R audio channels or AMP. Also the din that came with it rattles so every part of this was awful nothing redeeming.
Pros: None
Cons: Doesn't work Waste of money Waste of time Waste of effort
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Junk in a box
Crutchfield customer from LUTHERVILLE TIMONIUM, MD on 8/11/2023
2001 Porsche Boxster
Only bought it because it was "Our Choice" I think was the wording. It was the unit recommended by Crutchfield. The face plate won't snap on. Broken out of the box. Not what I was hoping for. I wish we could still buy a quality single din that doesn't have a removable face plate. The removable faceplate is a good candidate for dumbest idea ever. You make the radio. I'll keep it secure.
Pros: Quick delivery. Great service from Neko.
Cons: Product is Junk in a box.
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Nicholas from Orlando, FL on 8/11/2023
2010 Subaru Impreza
This receiver is intuitive and very simple. It sounds great and is subtle. It's not too flashy, but in the best way. With the proper color combos between the button and display options, this unit can blend very easily with a factory look. It definitely looks aftermarket, but not in an obnoxious way, very subtle. Highly recommend this product.
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Gary from N Wilkesboro, NC on 8/10/2023
2003 Chevrolet Suburban
So far so good sounds a lot better than factory units
Pros: Sounds good always liked sony stuff
Cons: none so far after 3 days
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Mariano from La Porte, TX on 8/10/2023
Love the look of this radio and the install was not hard at all. I love that it came with all the accessories for a complete install. Looking into getting another stereo for my truck now.
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Dale from Liberty Twp, OH on 8/8/2023
1995 Nissan 300ZX 2+2
Crutchfield's fast and friendly service is great! Products arrived in two days and tech support was very knowledgeable.
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Gary from Howard Lake, MN on 8/5/2023
1997 Ford F-350
No problems! Installation was a breeze. Sound quality is great!
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Great Stereo
Benjamin from Blythe, CA on 8/4/2023
2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
I'm a gen-xer so I still have cd's. This unit has the great mix of being able to play a CD and stream from your phone. Plus install with the ready made harness offered by Crutchfield makes it super easy to install.
Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing yet
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Rick from Scotts Valley, CA on 8/2/2023
2004 Chevrolet S10
Used this to replace the factory unit because the CD player had failed. The install was straightforward, though I may never use the CD player as it is so easy to stream from my phone. The Sony Sound Center App works well for my purposes. The user interface is easy to navigate after the initial learning process. Sounds good, EQ makes it easy to tune the speakers' frequency response to the vehicle. Overall an excellent value.
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Town Car installation
Robert from Newport, NH on 7/24/2023
The instillation wiring harness worked perfectly!! VERY satisfied with my radio.
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Great support
Paul from Madison, WI on 7/16/2023
1996 BMW Z3
I was very impressed with the unsolicited help, advice and suggestions that Crutchfield provided when I ordered this radio. The unit itself is pretty standard but a big upgrade from the 1996 stereo/cassette factory version in our little Z3 Beemer. With the information Crutchfield gave me, I was able to do the install myself and saved ??$$. They recommended other parts I would likely (and did) need such as the wiring harness, antenna adapter and even the wiring connectors.
Pros: Price, delivery, guidance.
Cons: None
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William from Beverly Hills, FL on 7/14/2023
Radio arrived in excellent shape and as ordered! I'm working on getting the speaker enclosures out of the doors, since the door speakers have also arrived. Best website and customer help I have ever encountered online. At 80 years of age, that is a real boon!
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Stephen from Columbia, MO on 7/9/2023
2013 Subaru Outback
This CD player is hands down a much better model than my factory-installed CD player...just bought it for replacement in my 2013 Subaru Outback and am very impressed with the sound quality, power, and the display. So far, I am very pleased!!
Pros: Extremely high quality sound, very bright display, good looking unit, pairs with phone and original steering wheel controls.
Cons: A bit of a learning curve...still figuring out some of the buttons and features.
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Not practical for solo road trips longer than 30-60 minutes
Bill from SMYRNA, GA on 7/9/2023
2010 Honda Element
I installed this in a 2010 Honda Element. I found the sound better than the stock unit and I bought it for the Bluetooth phone capability and aux in. The interface is dreadful. Turning on/off is not done like most - clicking the volume, you have to hold the power button for one second. If you hold it two seconds, you activate menus. There are very tiny buttons for radio stations, pause, but a giant "more bass" button. I don't use Pandora or XM or app, or BT or aux in music or podcasts (poor sound compared to USB), and using the tiny source button I have to hit it extra times to go past these. The tiny buttons around the edge of this thing have no "touch" texture, which would help using the buttons without taking your eyes off the road-very hard and dangerous to operate if driving solo. There no settings to stop it from automatically playing something. I plugged in my phone to listen to a podcast, started the car and the Beatles on Spotify started playing. I hadn't played this in about six weeks and was not planning to this day. No way to turn off the automatic crap so I had to go through all kinds of menu hopping with little tiny buttons. It's terrible and almost useless because of the difficulty or impossibility in using it on the road. I also bought the pre-wired harness which could have been a good idea but the directions were inaccurate. Colors did not match, extra unused wires and connectors. The mic isn't built in - flops around when not in use. Options??, usability ??.
Pros: Fit the Element Ok sound Bluetooth phone use CD player!
Cons: Terrible design Tiny smooth buttons Auto play nonsense Too many menus Mic not built in Display readability sun or sunglasses Dangerous to use on the road
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Excellent Option
Andy from Sonoma, CA on 7/5/2023
1996 Toyota T100
I have had no issues with this unit on my 1996 T100, and am looking to get another for my Miata in the future. The button functionality on the unit (play/pause/skip etc) work perfectly with my iPhone 13 Pro, which was a necessity for me. Tons of color options so that you can choose the best that works for you. Phone call audio quality has been reported as good by people on the other end of the line. I haven't used additional outputs, and haven't used the usb either. Connects to my phone with decent speed, and seems to drive excellent audio without an external amplifier.
Pros: Many display color options Quick connection to phone Non-intrusive display
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Kyle from Omaha, NE on 7/1/2023
2017 Ford Fiesta
Display is not as bright as I would hope but works great. Using the Sony app makes it easier to customize
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Robert from Turlock, CA on 6/30/2023
1994 Mazda MX5
So far so good. Sounds way better than the stock radio
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Donna from Gloucester City, NJ on 6/26/2023
1998 Ford Mustang
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Keith from Sedona, AZ on 6/26/2023
2004 Audi TT
Radio is complicated to use, but human factors are better than some others. Audio and tuner quality is exceptional.
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Beverly from Halifax, PA on 6/20/2023
2001 Chrysler Sebring
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Luis from Madera, CA on 6/19/2023
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
This is a perfect unit has all features that I need and has a great sound quality.
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Jamye from Summerville, GA on 6/13/2023
2016 Jeep Patriot
Sony In Car Radio - I love it. Still trying to figure out a few things on it since I just installed 2 days ago. It is really nice how it comes with all sorts of instructions and you can call Crutchfield - as many times as you like to ask questions during installation.
Pros: Fairly easy installation Easy to See the screen great price
Cons: Some of the buttons are hard to get used to
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Jackie from Pascagoula, MS on 6/9/2023
1998 Chevrolet C Series
Just installed and so far it's just what I need
Pros: Works great
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Anthony from Antioch , TN on 6/6/2023
1995 Ford Escort
This stereo is awesome! It functions exactly as it should. It automatically connects to my iPhone every-time I start my car. The volume knob adjusts the volume at exactly the speed I would want it too. The sound is great & it's look is classy. I will be buying another one for my second car. Just an awesome radio!
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Stephen from Beltsville, MD on 6/6/2023
2009 Ford Crown Victoria
Aesthetically looks great on the dash I like the different displays feature. Still trying to figure out the custom eq .. in the loud side it thumbs if you have good speakers.. overall good price for all the extras that comes with the receiver..
Pros: Loud 55 rms sweet
Cons: EQ tuning if not using the preset one you have to be prepared to guess what is what
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Update the 2009 Ford Ranger radio
Robert from Ida, MI on 6/6/2023
2009 Ford Ranger
Works great. Easy Install.
Pros: Sound is much improved over original system plus hands free phone capability
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Unimpressed & Dissapointed
Marc from Blairstown, NJ on 5/31/2023
2000 BMW Z3
Can't access the add new bluetooth device section without the remote. Really? A remote in a car? What moron decided that? Also, the CD player doesn't work.
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Smooth install, Nice sound, one annoying feature
Crutchfield customer from Virginia on 5/26/2023
1993 Honda Accord EX
This is a nice deck. It has a nice display and the sound is very smooth. It looks very clean in the dash. I have only tried a couple of features, but so it's working well. As others have said, it's fiddly; I still haven't had time to work through the features and do things like make the display all one color and turn off the flashing lights and animations, but I will. Ultimately, I want this to just be there without grabbing any attention.
Pros: As for install, I was able to modify the install bracket by chopping off the posts and drilling holes which allowed me to mimic the factory radio mounting system. It's plastic, and not steel, but it does work and the stereo sits nicely with the Honda box under it.
Cons: Car has a power antenna, and this stereo needlessly works it. The antenna raises when the stereo is powered On, and retracts when it is powered off. But this unit has a feature that reminds when the key is turned off while the Sony faceplate is still attached. It gives a chime to remind. But that feature powers the stereo back ON momentarily, and that causes the antenna to raise again, and then lower again. I don't like that at all, and wish I could shut that annoying feature completely off.
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Betty from Bessemer City, NC on 5/19/2023
2001 Ford Mustang
We have these radios in both of our vehicles and what a difference it makes, plus it's Bluetooth compatible and we get great music. Great products!
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Great radio!
Mackenzie from Buffalo, NY on 5/10/2023
2012 Jeep Wrangler
Great radio. Would be 5 stars but I found adjusting the settings and setting up Bluetooth to be a bit complicated
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Double the units for double the quality & service
Walter from Yulee, FL on 5/3/2023
I purchased this unit because of Sony's history of quality control. I purchased this unit from Crutchfield because of their history of quality customer service. Truthfully, I didn't look anywhere else. Crutchfield put the icing on the cake by providing the plug wiring service. This goes a long way in installation, as one (1) is a 1990 and its sister ship is a 1996 model of the same vehicle. That's all I've go to say 'bout that.
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Get with Crutchfield
Darryl from Walker, LA on 3/17/2023
2007 Dodge Caravan
Get with Crutchfied. The radio was as compatible as the aftermarket can make it. The Radio sound great in my Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. More powerful and a richer sound. This come from someone who used to install and maintain band equipment and public address systems!
Pros: More powerful with a richer sound. This adds buetooth capability which is why I am replacing the factory radio.
Cons: This interface is not intuitive,
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Tyler from W Valley City, UT on 3/14/2023
2003 Toyota Camry
Works great, great sound! Looks nice too. I especially like the light colors and the volume/selection knob has a great feel to it.
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Exceeds my expectations
Crutchfield customer from Oregon on 3/6/2023
1998 Ford F-150
This is such a nice upgrade in my old Ford F150. Thanks to Crutchfield's help and included accessories it is a perfect fit. Buying the plug-and-play harness made installation very easy and the system sounds excellent with my newer speakers. The only downside is that the menus seems a little complex and confusing at first and it'll take some time to study the manual for smooth navigation. If you are used to an old school radio this will take some getting used to. So glad I found Crutchfield and have already recommended them to a friend.
Pros: Easy to install and looks great. Sounds great too. Removable faceplate. Blue tooth.
Cons: Operations/menus are a bit complicated if you are not used to 'modern' radios. Must read manual...
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Keith from W Terre Haute, IN on 3/4/2023
1999 Jeep Wrangler
Installation was easy, had crutchfield pre wire the harness and all I had to do was plug them in, my wife is happy to have a radio again
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EZEE!
Marcus from Douglasville, GA on 3/2/2023
1994 Nissan Hardbody
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Nice easy upgrade
Andrew from Fort Worth, TX on 2/28/2023
Easy install, I was swapping out an older non-Bluetooth Sony radio. Very happy with the upgrade. It was easy to set up.
Pros: Dual Phone hook up via Bluetooth for music and calls. Easy to set up.
Cons: goes back into demo mode with loss of all power. I installed it in my motorhome, so putting it away for long term storage means to have to set in all up agian.
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Mike from Red Lion, PA on 2/22/2023
2016 Jeep Compass
Very easy install with pre wired connector!
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Kent from Rock Hill, SC on 2/20/2023
1989 Chevrolet C Series
The best product and company I've ever seen!!!!
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Excellent Radio
William from Hampstead, MD on 2/18/2023
2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Just finished my install in a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria P71. This unit is great!! With the proper harness, the unit hooks right up to the factory system with no issues. Even before I swapped out the factory speakers it had already made a huge difference in the quality of sound being produced. The menus are fairly user friendly and the Bluetooth was very easy to set up on my Samsung S20. I was also able to change the color of the display to go with the green lights of my dash.
Pros: Easy menus Easy to use display Good sound Master sheet was great
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Vast Improvement for a Gen2 Tacoma
Charles from Coeur d'Alene, ID on 2/16/2023
2009 Toyota Tacoma
The Sony MEX-N5300BT has all the features of the the non-JBL system single disc radio of the 2009 Toyota Tacoma, and more. Check the specs: choices for display and button colors with brightness levels, better FM reception sensitivity (tested this morning in our sporadic reception drive of 5 miles to downtown Coeur d'Alene, and back with Spokane's ESPN Radio station, a great improvement, even with the short stubby antenna, stock 30" steel whip might be even better) of 7 db, and more power to the factory speakers. Infinity 9633ix speaker review after future installation. Crutchfield's installation kit with the Metra mount (stouter bracket for the clock/flasher module, adapters for single and double DIN radios), CRUX SWRTY-61S harness with Wiring Service prep that includes the OEM connectors to the existing vehicle wiring was an incredible value and grief-saving addition. Dad was hard of hearing, and I generally listen to what's going on outside and with the vehicle, but this is such a huge improvement (with sound deadening insulation added to the doors) that I am looking forward to the drives! The most difficult part of the installation was getting the wiring stuffed into the dash for clearance with the radio mounting. Patience...
Pros: Crutchfield's selections, service and suggested installation kits. Master Sheet is priceless!
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Derek from Plymouth, MI on 2/14/2023
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Sony MEX-N5300BT sound quality is average, but not as good as the older Kenwood KDC-X395 that it replaced. Control dial is too sensitive (push to select function) and 8/10 times I'm into function menu instead of adjusting the volume. Color choices for display and buttons match factory instrument colors.
Pros: Button ergonomics better than other aftermarket radios
Cons: No independent Bass, Mid-range, Treble adjustment. Annoying numerous beeps when powered down.
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Michael from Nashville, TN on 2/11/2023
1996 Mazda MX5
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Kathleen from Lansing, IL on 2/10/2023
1999 Ford Ranger
Good soundn variety of inputs, and lighting options!
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Randy from Pleasant Hill, CA on 2/7/2023
1998 Ford E Series
Decent stereo ! Great for the price Bluetooth works great . Haven't popped in a cd yet . The stereo wasn't hard to set up either . 1 thing is (and I haven't looked for the other option yet) is that the tuner up/down search jumps to the next strong station . So if your favorite station is on the edge the scan mode passes it by . I will look to see if there is a mode selection for the channel up/down . Once I get them preset I won't have to worry about it. Also love being able to pick the color of the lighting .
Pros: Fairly straight forward install plug and play wiring made that part a breeze . Couldn't be happier not having to deal with wiring .
Cons: The opening on the install trim kit needed to be cut bigger to fit the stereo in. The plastic that trims the stereo to the dash . But looks great when done !
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Crutchfield customer from Minneapolis, MN on 2/2/2023
2003 Lexus ES300
I like that they had choices of new, open box or scratch and dent for sale.
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Terry from Lugoff, SC on 2/1/2023
1996 Ford F Series
Nice stereo. Great sound and great price. Would buy again. Placed in 1996 Ford F150 standard cab. Also ordered the wiring kit and mount. Very easy to install with kit for my truck.
Pros: Great quality and great price.
Cons: None at this time.
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Frankie from San Jose, CA on 1/30/2023
Radio installed easy. Still learning how tooperate.
Pros: Great radio
Cons: Following instructions on how to adjust music
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Nice kit for playing CDs
Aaron from Bozeman, MT on 1/27/2023
1990 Chevrolet C Series
Very satisfied. I was hoping to find a disc/media player for my 1990 Chevy c1500 that didn't look like it was made 20 years ago, and this one is okay in that regard. It installed super easily. The wiring harness matched up perfectly with the supplied adapter harness. Sound and controls are straightforward. Disc playback is great and sounds much better than compressed mp3. Very satisfied.
Pros: Easy to install. Good controls. Great sound upgrade.
Cons: Mounting sleeve doesn't get securely right in trim adapter.
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John from Spring Hill, FL on 1/23/2023
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe
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GREAT SONY RADIO
Crutchfield customer from LAKEWOOD, CA on 1/21/2023
1987 Toyota MR2
This radio sounds so great all around, and all the features that it has makes an even greater, you can program it to your taste and also the illumination to match your car system. I did the installation myself a very easy to do (for someone that knows how).
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Good factory upgrade
Clay from Silverton, OR on 1/17/2023
1999 Ford Ranger
Nice little radio. Make sure to get the install kit along with it, because I couldn't have installed the radio without the plastic dash piece. Other than that, sounds better than factory radio and you can hook up a sub or amp quick with the pre-amp outputs. Would recommend.
Pros: Good features, name brand, expandability, better sound than factory
Cons: Takes a little bit to install, especially with the plastic dash insert that came with it, so just be patient
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Richard from Redding, CA on 1/11/2023
1989 Ford F Series
This was installed to replace my stock radio. What an improvement. This was an easy install especially with the wiring harnesses supplied included in the purchase.
Pros: Price and quality of equipment
Cons: None
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Fantastic
John from Alliance, OH on 1/9/2023
1989 Chevrolet C Series
Works as you'd expect. Menu is a little difficult at first, but you get used to it. Looks great. I love that I can match the colors to my old school factory gauge cluster color. It looks and sounds amazing
Pros: Great radio reception
Cons: Non intuitive menu
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Its goof
Gage from Indn Hbr Bch, FL on 1/5/2023
1994 Chrysler Concorde
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Good value
Ricky from Clearlake, CA on 12/31/2022
1991 Ford E Series
Seems like a nice unit for the price, many functions, I'm an older customer, so it's going to take some time to get familiar with it. Its in my RV, so I'm glad I can remove the face & take it with me, less attractive to thieves.
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David from Petaluma, CA on 12/28/2022
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Matthew from Hartsville, SC on 12/24/2022
1998 Chevrolet Blazer
I love the stock look of this tuner. The installation was very simple. I liked the feature that allowed me to program the display in a custom RGB color that matched my dash lights and instrument cluster.
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Upgraded stereo
Lois from Lorton, VA on 12/23/2022
1997 Chrysler Concorde
The instructions were very clear and the installation went great. Couldn't have gone any smoother. Love the stereo.
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Great reciever
Michael from Gilbert, AZ on 12/20/2022
2007 Ford Econoline
Wow ! Can this radio pick up stations. Installed it and the second station that I tuned in I had never heard before. Sounds great and I'm looking forward to finding out what it can do.
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Great unit
Scott from Chicago, IL on 12/16/2022
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
This my second Sony car stereo having the MEX-N3000 previously. I really liked that one which prompted me to just get Sony again. The sound is awesome for such a reasonably priced unit. This one has a lot more bells and whistles including the ability to pair 2 phones, custom colors, and 10 band EQ. You won't got wrong with this unit.
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Doug from Owatonna, MN on 10/20/2022
2003 BMW 3 Series
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Excellent Upgrade!
Robert from Pittsburg, KS on 7/1/2021
1998 Dodge Ram 1500
Super happy with this Sony in my pickup. Instillation instructions were very helpful and the sound and convenience are great. Just be sure to plug the microphone in the back before you close up the dash if you are going to use the hands-free calling feature! EQ options are great, but a little tricky for a non-techy to figure out at first. I love having a volume knob. I also like the constantly changing colors. And the tuner picks up way more stations than any radio I've had in 18 years of living here!
Pros: Sound Plays CDs EQ options
Cons: A little tricky to get to some of the menu options at first
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Great radio.
Crutchfield customer from Martin, MI on 6/14/2021
2014 Dodge Grand Caravan
very sensitive receiver in all the right ways. Picks up stations far better than the OEM and ultimately cost less.
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Crutchfield customer from Surprise, AZ on 6/12/2021
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
Love this stereo unit. Great sound and quality for a great price.
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Sony cd-radio
Crutchfield customer from Milton, DE on 5/31/2021
1999 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
A great radio/cd player!
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What a headunit!
Crutchfield customer from Dallas, TX on 5/17/2021
1989 Toyota Corolla
Installed in my '89Corolla wagon. Love the BT! Sounds great! Display is easy to read and illumination has soooo many color combos! USB and AUX connection on the front. The battery voltage display is also a plus!
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Its a SONY, so yes, it works!
Crutchfield customer from Spring Creek, NV on 5/12/2021
2005 Dodge Ram 2500
It is a Sony, which means it works and works well, and most likely will work into the near future and beyond. This is the third Sony I have purchased and installed in place of the OEM decks in my vehicles in the last 10 years. I am pleased with the addition of the wiring adapter and the faceplate adapter that truly made it an easy install. I can be honest and say that I bought it for the CD player since I have a few hundred of those shiny discs. It has 10 preset equalizers with one being adjustable, including ranges for high, mid, and low frequencies. However, I am not pleased with the bass ranges that are available or the maximum bass pushed from this system because I also added good quality speakers to my upgrade. The stereo is doing its job but is unable to emphasize the bass and now, I must add subwoofers to get back the base. The OEM speakers sounded good with the system as we (most, but not all) are accustomed to a muddied base, but after all four new speakers were installed, the bass was lost. This stereo has inadequate base adjustment except through a subwoofer system. Even with the base maximized is it vaguely there. A previous SONY called the bass x-plod could push more bass with better amplification, however-- this stereo truly works. I just wished that it were better at adding more base, besides forcing the subwoofer system. As a BIG plus - it does have separate functionality in the set-up to add subwoofers (RCAs) and adjust their volume.
Pros: CD Player, with outputs for standard speakers, whether OEM or upgraded. It also has RCAs for both front, rear, and subwoofers. Just a Heads-up - These RCAs will not work without a specialized amp, as this is NORMAL. Easy install with faceplate and wiring adapter. It also comes with a remote.
Cons: The bass output is limited and will require an additional subwoofer IF you upgrade to better quality speakers. I install this on a 2005 Dodge Diesel 4 door truck and the OEM speakers sounded fine. After adding POLK Audio, the muddied base was gone, and so were the boom-boom sounds. Limited adjustment for amplifying the bass sounds (lower frequencies).
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Crutchfield customer from Brighton, MI on 5/3/2021
2002 Dodge Ram 1500
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Crutchfield customer from Hilo, HI on 5/2/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Ocala, FL on 5/1/2021
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
I only gave four stars cause crutchfield said it fit my car which it deff didn't other then that great radio.
Pros: Good radio good sound
Cons: Didn't fit right in my car
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good purchase
Crutchfield customer from Greensboro, NC on 4/29/2021
1999 Jeep Wrangler
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Crutchfield customer from Rixford, PA on 4/29/2021
2001 Toyota Tacoma
good place to buy from very helpful fast shipping
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CAN'T HAVEE YOUR CAKE...
Crutchfield customer from Lohrville, IA on 4/28/2021
2002 Chrysler Town and Country
Although the unit is quite rugged and classy looking it still is quite complex to program and not at all user friendly for those of us that are not tech savy.
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Crutchfield customer from San Jose, CA on 4/28/2021
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
I am extremely pleased with the Sony radio and especially with the documentation and support provided. I retired from Hewlett Packard co from manufacturing and was so pleased in the excellent documentation provided to wire up the cable harness and to remove and install the new radio. I love all my new blue tooth features and it has given my 1996 Mercedes SL500 a whole new dimension of sound like a new car purchase. I purchased two surround home entertainment systems and speakers in the past and again this time I am totally pleased to have Crutchfield as my place to go for my needs.
Pros: Great radio, excellent installation documentation, fast delivery, great purchasing support to help me in my selection, great long term technical support
Cons: absolutely none except I wish we had a Crutchfield store in San Jose Ca. that I could shop at.
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97 TJ
Crutchfield customer from Fernley, NV on 4/28/2021
1997 Jeep Wrangler
Good sound in Jeep Wrangler TJ. Bluetooth phone works great! Will be adding powered sub soon.
Pros: Bluetooth phone
Cons: None yet
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Terrible slaes plan
Crutchfield customer from San Rafael, CA on 4/28/2021
Your service is very poor. My salesman said dont worry at all about the wiring harness- that you would make it a perfect connection for my car, But you apparently did not connect the blue window antenna wire to the radio blue/white wire. So now I have todo the job again. Great business model!
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Crutchfield customer from Buffalo, NY on 4/28/2021
2001 Ford Mustang
I am exceptionally pleased with this stereo. It was purchased to replace a factory change / receiver for a 2001 Ford Mustang, Mach 460 System. It does 99 percent of what I need it to do. Only minor ripple is it wont do bluetooth from my phone (google maps) while I listen to a cd or tuner. I can live with it. Not a big deal. Really drives the factory radio amps and subs very well. And Shout out to Crutchfield's Tech support team. 3 phone calls, (two were only for quick little questions) really helped me to do this. Once I had the radio in my hands during the install it all made sense. Very pleased.
Pros: nice sound with old car speaker system, ease of installation, powerful
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Crutchfield customer from Quincy, MI on 4/27/2021
1994 Chevrolet C Series
Works as intended, can't really complain about that.
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Crutchfield customer from Covington, KY on 4/27/2021
2002 Toyota Tacoma
Easy to install. Came with everything that was needed.
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Crutchfield customer from Oconomowoc, WI on 4/27/2021
2006 Ford Explorer
Great product, wish I got a double din for a Ford just to fill the space, also wish it screwed into the mounting plate, because the tab bending didnt get it tight enough
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Crutchfield customer from Lansing, MI on 4/27/2021
2004 Subaru Forester
Everything works well and fit into my 2004 Forester with minimal trouble.
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Crutchfield customer from Sarasota, FL on 4/26/2021
2001 Dodge Ram
Love the sound quality! And SO MANY features, I'm totally satisfied!!
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Great option for bang for buck!
Crutchfield customer from Brandon, FL on 4/26/2021
2007 Honda Civic
Excellent unit to update an old factory unit with no modern tech. Sony as usual delivers with this inexpensive model that has all the tech needed to bring my car into the 21st century..!
Pros: Ease of operation, sound quality, power, and tech needed for todays music options.
Cons: None
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Jeep ready
Crutchfield customer from Charlottesville, VA on 4/25/2021
1999 Hyundai Sonata
Perfect for my Jeep!!! Takes lots of vibrations and noise and turns into sonic bliss!
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Crutchfield customer from Lockeford, CA on 4/25/2021
2004 Ford Ranger
Its very nice
Pros: Its good
Cons: Couldnt figure out the custom eq settings for a while
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Terrific Sony
Crutchfield customer from Canton, GA on 4/24/2021
2000 Porsche Boxster
Grest unit does it all with my cell phone. Sounds great looks great
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Beautiful Colors
Crutchfield customer from Madison, GA on 4/22/2021
2005 Ford Taurus SE
I love all the features this device has rainbow colors, bluetooth, and more.. the sound quality is excellent now I need to upgrade my speakers.
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Nice Head Unit
Crutchfield customer from Bradford, PA on 4/22/2021
2008 Dodge Ram 1500
Have been happy with my purchase, has been working great and was a nice upgrade to my older vehicle to give me some features of the newer cars.
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Crutchfield customer from Gaylordsville, CT on 4/21/2021
2005 Jeep Liberty
Price and quality were excellent. Very easy to use and as many features. I installed this into my daugthers Jeep in less then 30 minutes thanks to Crutchfield!
Pros: value for money
Cons: nothing
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Simple setup
Crutchfield customer from Reno, NV on 4/21/2021
1998 Jeep Wrangler
Great stereo, the harness made it very simple to hook up!
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Quality
Crutchfield customer from Mooreton, ND on 4/20/2021
Sony always has good products!
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: None
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Clean, Simple Style + Many Great Features = Great Value
Mike from Salt Lake City, UT on 4/19/2021
1990 Volvo 240 Series
Purchased this unit for a '90 Volvo 240 DL to replace the failing stock unit. I chose it based on its appearance (clean, unfussy, simply styled, all black) and features (Bluetooth, USB, changeable colors, CD player, etc.), and I've had several Sonys in the past I've been pleased with. Installation was relatively straightforward, although figuring out the Volvo wiring was a little challenging. The included wiring harness and mounting kit work well, but I had to cut and splice wires for the rear speakers (Volvo issue, unrelated to the stereo). Once it was all in place and powered on, it worked well and sounded good, bringing the 31 year old speakers back to life in a way I didn't expect. There are numerous options for features, sound, etc., and the manual was pretty helpful to figure them out. I was able to find a color in the palette which matched fairly closely to the stock Volvo dash lights, and I was able to dial in the sound pretty well, although I do plan on upgrading speakers at some point to get more clarity. Bluetooth was easy to set up, and works well, both playing music and for phone calls. I don't plan to install amplifiers, so I can't speak to the expandability of the system. Overall, I'm happy with this unit, and feel like it meets my needs, and is a solid value.
Pros: Sony quality, clean design, lighting options, Bluetooth, USB, CD player, many features and adjustments
Cons: Front black trim piece is a little fussy, and doesn't like to stay snapped-in all the time
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Crutchfield made this an easy install for a first timer
Eric from Missoula, MT on 4/18/2021
2005 BMW Z4
Only alteration I had to make was to bind the illumination wire to the accessory wire, as the harness didn't have a direct one-one replacement, and without that modification, no display. Overall, it made an older car somewhat more modern again. I didn't test out the CD player, but was just happy that the BT, radio, and steering wheel controls worked with no fuss.
Pros: Easy install USB and Bluetooth
Cons: Not 100% flush with the included mounting kit, but still pretty nice. The faceplate is super glossy, but that seems to be a trademark of Sony.
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Great hands free, even with the top down.
Asa from GLENDALE, AZ on 3/9/2021
1993 Ford Mustang
Excellent head unit and the external microphone works very well, even in my convertible. The factory unit in my BMW 323i had completely given out and a manual transmission means hands free is a must. The Sony was an obvious choice because is had both Android + Apple support and was relatively affordable. 90% of the time I utilize the Bluetooth connection, which has never faltered; but I do have a few CDs that are my go-to on the road. The RGB display was a nice addition as well and enabled me to get a good match for the amber/orange hue in the BMW display, so it blends in nicely. The only downside that I've found is that the amber color washes out greatly in daylight (with the top down).
Pros: Good price point, solid construction, RGB display, external mic for hands free connection.
Cons: RGB washes out in daylight.
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Crutchfield customer from Nipomo, CA on 2/23/2021
2010 Toyota RAV4
I purchased this unit because it can play cd's AND the USB/ 3.5MM jack are both on the face. Easy access for music media, especially on an older car that didn't come with those inputs built in. Easy to install!
Pros: Lots of multi-functional options for equalizer and display color.
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Crutchfield customer from Memphis, TN on 2/17/2021
you guys got right on my order. couldn't believe it was here in just a few days. super nice people. they give a hundred dollar order the same attention as a thousand dollar order. you don't see that these days. Thanks.
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What i would expect from Sony
Crutchfield customer from Florence, AL on 2/17/2021
1994 Ford F Series
Great stereo, easy install, easy control with great features. Great sound, looks good, choice of light colors, easy to see an operate.
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Crutchfield customer from Whitefield, ME on 2/13/2021
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Very nice, sounds much better than the failed OEM unit and more versatile for 1/6 of the price for an OEM replacement!
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Crutchfield customer from Eldon, MO on 2/11/2021
2001 Jeep Wrangler
Quick easy install. Everything was included, and it works great!
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Great sound. Good interface
Crutchfield customer from Denver, CO on 2/11/2021
Sound is great. Interface works well with iPhone. Good features like extra bass switch. Remote control. Haven't tried the mic and phone. But I turned in a comparable Kenwood unit for this one. And although it doesn't have Spotify or other apps built in it has what I need. I can play the apps through the phone. Very happy with the sound compared to the Kenwood.
Pros: Sound. Eq. Remote. CD player Extra bass button
Cons: No Spotify or other apps besides Pandora
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Crutchfield customer from Leoma, TN on 2/7/2021
2000 GMC Yukon Denali
Fantastic double din! Comes with all the desirable features!
Pros: Hands free access
Cons: Sometimes when using bluetooth, the song will seem to speed up momentarily.
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Great product
Crutchfield customer from Sikeston, MO on 1/25/2021
2005 Volkswagen Beetle
Contains all of the features that I was wanting, for a very good price
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Crutchfield customer from Ocala, FL on 1/24/2021
2004 Jeep Liberty
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Crutchfield customer from Rogers, AR on 1/23/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Houston, TX on 1/23/2021
2000 BMW 3 Series
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Sony and Crutchfield - Two Thumbs Up
Crutchfield customer from North Attleboro, MA on 1/22/2021
2004 Toyota 4Runner
Once again, Crutchfield comes through with just another awesome setup. We had such a good experience with the system we installed in our vintage Miata, that going back to Crutchfield for our next system was a no-brainer. We bought this system for my 16-year-old's first truck, and he wired it up and installed it himself. Super-clear instructions and perfect harnesses made installation a snap. This Sony is responsive and the LEDs are bright and easy to read. Not sure if anyone needs removeable faces anymore, but it's good to have, I guess. The remote will be nice for tailgating, and the DIN plate with the cubby pocket is a bonus. Thanks again, Crutchfield!
Pros: Clear sound, responsive controls, adjustable colors, CD, Aux port in face, Bluetooth with mic, removeable face, remote, DIN plate with pocket, easy to install
Cons: None!
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Crutchfield customer from Ellijay, GA on 1/21/2021
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Great replacement deck
Joseph from OLD BRIDGE, NJ on 1/3/2021
2002 Nissan Sentra
Great replacement deck. Paired with infinity reference 6.5s, sounds fantastic. Love the 10 band EQ and variety of presets, which gives me the ability to tweak the sound how I want it, while easy of use makes it a great easy to use deck for my daughters car.
Pros: 10 band eq with presets 2 phones for Bluetooth. Free install gear from crutchfield Ease of use Intuitive set up
Cons: None so far. Adjusting eq and sound/color settings can be a little tricky, though initial setup was easy.
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Crutchfield customer from Meridian, ID on 12/28/2020
2000 Dodge Durango
Functional, easy to navigate between menu's and settings.
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Crutchfield customer from Hastings, NE on 12/28/2020
2006 GMC Sierra 1500
Works great, easy to install, and good price. Had no issues replacing an OE stereo.
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Crutchfield customer from Lander, WY on 12/27/2020
2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
I don't normally review products, but I am so pleased with Crutchfield's price, timely delivery, and available installation assistance that I had to jump on and give them 5 stars. The radio itself is just what I expected from Sony. Great value for the price. But, again I am super happy with the service from Crutchfield and would absolutely recommend them and will use them in the future.
Pros: Value, timely delivery, available assistance.
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from El Cajon, CA on 12/23/2020
2006 Nissan Sentra
very good stereo. easy to install. I loved that you can adjust the lights on the screen
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Sterling from Lavon, TX on 12/16/2020
1994 Ford F Series
Looks good, works great.
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Crutchfield customer from Ellicott City, MD on 12/10/2020
1998 BMW 3 Series
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Crutchfield customer from Etna, NY on 12/5/2020
2000 Mazda Miata
Nice radio / amp / CD / etc. Easy to set up bluetooth. Like having one actual knob. Plenty of color options. Slightly odd control configuration ("source" button for 2 sec to turn off, and a short press changes source, forcing a cycle through options to get back to e.g. tuner). Radio automatic extending antenna stays up when source changes to CD, unlike factory.
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Crutchfield customer from Phoenix, AZ on 12/3/2020
1996 Chevrolet K Series
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Excellent Factory Head Replacement
Crutchfield customer from Fayetteville, NY on 11/30/2020
2004 Land Rover Discovery
I used the SONY MEX-N5300BT to replace the factory Visteon in my 2004 Land Rover Discovery 2. My goal was adding Bluetooth streaming and handsfree calling. This unit more than met and exceeded those goals. The great surprise was the noticeable improvement in the sound quality of the factory Harman/Kardon speakers. All aspects of the unit exceeded my expectations; e.g., the endless color configuration to match the existing dash, an 'extra bass' function that doesn't washout the midrange, easy installation and configuration.
Pros: +Clear Directions +Easy Installation +Noticeable Sound Improvement with existing speakers +Ability to configure an exact look to fit the dash +Great price to quality ratio
Cons: -I now need to upgrade my speakers to match the quality of this head unit -no current 'cons' noted
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Great product for price
nathan from OR on 11/21/2020
1991 Honda Civic
I haven't had this stereo for too long but so far it is incredible for the price. My car speakers sounded underpowered before and this has made so much difference. I will also note that the extra bass button provides a significant amount of bass over regular audio. Overall super happy with my purchase and I am so pleased with this website. Installed in a 1991 Honda civic hatchback, fit perfectly and looks great!
Pros: simple bluetooth connectivity multiple outputs remote more minimal then competitors simple settings and use multiple bluetooth connections can play music through bluetooth, aux, usb, and cd
Cons: I don't love how the volume knob looks
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Crutchfield customer from Esperance, NY on 11/9/2020
1993 Chevrolet Suburban
For the money it packs LOTS of features in this unit.
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Real Nice Product
Crutchfield customer from San Antonio, TX on 11/9/2020
1996 Dodge Ram 2500
Works great, fairly easy to setup, good instructions, fast install.
Pros: Easy to install, good instructions
Cons: Haven't found any yet.
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Crutchfield customer from Emmett, ID on 11/8/2020
Sound is great. connected easily to my iPhone.
Pros: The steering wheel control from the old stereo worked great.
Cons: I had an older Sony stereo that a different (smaller) rear connector so I had to rewire it.
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Crutchfield customer from Wichita, KS on 11/8/2020
This is a great system. It's installed in my hot tub!!!!
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Crutchfield customer from Lacombe, LA on 11/7/2020
Crutchfield always comes through with quality and service.
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Crutchfield customer from Richmond, KY on 11/4/2020
1996 Nissan Hardbody
straight forward menu, ease of use, paired with phones easily. the sound to great.
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Crutchfield customer from Eugene, OR on 11/2/2020
2004 Subaru Impreza WRX
Relatively easy to install and I love how the Bluetooth Audio connects to my phone and plays automatically now. In my Subaru, there was an extra faceplate around the receiver that needed to be removed in order for the full piece to fit.
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Great buy
Crutchfield customer from Honolulu, HI on 11/1/2020
Like all the features I get with this deck. From color changing to eq opposition. The added bass booster really adds kick to the music. Plan to add some amps later and with the rca outputs that should make it really easy with out adding a sound processor.
Pros: Bass booster. 13 band eq 3 rca outputs
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Roswell, GA on 10/26/2020
I put this stereo in my '05 miata and it fit pretty well. After spending a bit of time learning the controls, it is a pretty straight forward interface. As expected, this stereo has the ability to put a lot of power through my 15 yr old factory speakers (Not a Bose system). Sound starts to distort between volumes of 40-45, anything above 45 feels like you are in a microwave, and depending on the song, it can be hard to hear with the top down. Thats nothing on the stereo, though, I just need some aftermarket speakers! The EQ presets are pretty solid, and I like the custom option. Display is super customizable- I found that White/Cyan are the easiest to see during the day. I also love the Bass-Booster button; its pretty convenient to just press it as opposed to adjusting the bass for different songs while driving. I put the microphone behind my dash cover- in front of the tach and speedometer and its crystal clear, even with the top down. The install kit that came with the stereo was not great- the nub that supports the stereo from the back was missing a specific screw so I went and found a screw (M4) with the same length and put a nylon cover over it to replace the nub.
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Great buy
Crutchfield customer from Fort Collins, CO on 10/24/2020
1992 Chevrolet C Series
Overall its a great radio. Very easy to navigate and has great rms output
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Reza from COCONUT CREEK, FL on 10/19/2020
1991 Mazda Miata
Great aftermarket receiver that brought some nice Quality of Life improvements to my 91 Miata. Installation help and documentation was very easy to follow. Thank you,
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save your money
Doug from GALESBURG, MI on 10/17/2020
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Not as nice as it should be for the price it should have better bass
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Crutchfield customer from Flushing, NY on 10/11/2020
1978 Chevrolet Corvette
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Crutchfield customer from Seattle, WA on 9/30/2020
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Rance from Spokane, WA on 9/27/2020
1979 Pontiac Firebird
I must say I really like this stereo have had no issues installing this in my 79 transam came up with a kit and made it work myself with a little cutting here and there, played cd's no problem hands free calling was tested and I definitely like that, played with it a bit and figured the rest out using the manual, Now I have an upgraded system in this car that was very much needed, and I couldn't find anything with the (right mounting option and the bluetooth etc. options for the price I was looking for) in my area, until I found your website. Thank You Crutchfield
Pros: can be updated using the usb port?
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Crutchfield customer from Walnut Creek, CA on 9/27/2020
1995 GMC Sierra
Fairly easy to install. Does have better upper tone quality than factory AM/FM/Cassette unit but worse bass. Too many features and hidden controls.
Pros: Looks good, easy to install.
Cons: WIsh it had more bass.
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Sony for my van .
Crutchfield customer from Thibodaux, LA on 9/26/2020
1998 Plymouth Voyager
More features than expected and easy to install .Would buy again .
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Crutchfield customer from Washington, NJ on 9/23/2020
2005 Toyota Highlander
Installation was simple. Receiver looks and fits great! Like the features. Still learning all of the features. Very satisfied so far. Only wish is that it had an internal microphone.
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Easy peasy
Crutchfield customer from Frankfort, KY on 9/22/2020
2008 Honda Element
If you want a basic 2din with xm, this one does the job. Easy to install and use.
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Crutchfield customer from Seguin, TX on 9/22/2020
1993 Ford Mustang
Lots of features for the price. Would've gotten five stars for me, except bass and treble cannot be individually adjusted, you have preset equalizer settings.
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Crutchfield customer from Farmington, NY on 9/21/2020
2012 Chrysler 200
Orig car stereo died after changing battery, a Chrysler uConnect thing, I guess. This still has the CD player, hooked up XM Satellite, phone, and kept steering wheel controls, took a bit to sort out all the wiring (xm satellite, steering controls, radio to each other, then to car harness) the Crutchfield wiring chart made the difference, able to install all in a Saturday afternoon, all works, wife's happy, all good ! (Sounds really good too !)
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Low cost, easy installation, major expansion of capabilities
Crutchfield customer from Oak Ridge, TN on 9/21/2020
2006 Toyota Tacoma
Installation with free Crutchfield-supplied dash parts and wiring connectors was much easier than I had expected. Dash panel exactly matches original. CD sound and radio sounds much better than the original using the factory installed speakers (small and large each front door and one in each rear door. Using this receiver for hands-free phone conversations and using with other Bluetooth devices is a major upgrade. Should have done this years ago.
Pros: Supplied panels match truck interior exactly and supplied wiring connectors made connecting wiring pretty straight forward.
Cons: Because the panel kit fits two sizes of receivers it takes a little sorting of parts to figure it out. But, that it can fit either is a great thing really.
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Crutchfield customer from Nicholasville, KY on 9/21/2020
2004 BMW X3
Excellent sound. Easy to navigate. Only one small hiccup on instalation, but with a quick phone call to the help desk issue was resolved in a matter of moments.
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Crutchfield customer from San Antonio, TX on 9/21/2020
2004 Ford Ranger
Worked like a charm! Install was easy and the sound quality is excellent. Was definitely the right pick for me.
Pros: Easy install Sleek look Remote is awesome
Cons: Doesn't show the time when playing tunes
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Crutchfield customer from Boise, ID on 9/20/2020
2006 Ford F-150
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Zachary from WV on 8/30/2020
2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Sounds great and looks really nice. The user interface is horrible though. Skip buttons are far away from driver, no mute button, and the pause is a little number button. Pushing the volume should mute or pause instead it brings up menus.
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Great Upgrade From OEM
Crutchfield customer from Killeen, TX on 8/5/2020
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
This radio sounds and looks great. It brings my audio system in my vehicle into the 21 century. Using the Bluetooth, App, phone, adds something to my vehicle that I did not even realize I was missing. This is a good radio with lots of options at an extremely affordable price. Installation was a breeze with everything you need.
Pros: Exceptional sound, easy to use features, practical functionality, extremely easy to install
Cons: There does not seen to be as much Base as I would like at higher volume.
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great stereo
Crutchfield customer from Koloa, HI on 7/30/2020
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Good work Crutchfield
Crutchfield customer from Gulf Breeze, FL on 7/28/2020
I purchased this unit from the S & D section of Crutchfield and am NOT disappointed. It arrived well packaged with everything a "brand new" unit should have. The only way to tell it was not new it the Owners Manual was a copy.
Pros: Works just as advertised.
Cons: None
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Great service Great Support Great product
Crutchfield customer from Taylor, MS on 7/16/2020
Great product. The wrong screws were shipped with it and had to go and purchase the right size. Company did credit account for this. Called Support, answered right away. We talked though problem and discovered wrong size screws. Excellent support staff. Very easy install. Well worth the money I spent. Will order from Crutchfield again and will recommend.
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Douglas from NEWTON, IA on 7/5/2020
2000 Ford Ranger
does not play my wave files on my usb stick my old pioneer does kind of a crappy deal not happy
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Great radio but major issue with CD player
David from Buena Park, CA on 7/3/2020
2006 Volkswagen Beetle
Great radio but major issue with CD player. The CD player will not take discs. I try to insert them but does not work. Very disappointed since I installed it in January 2020 and never tried to use the CD functionality until now. Hopefully Crutchfield's support will be able to resolve.
Pros: Bluetooth and Android/Apple Play works great.
Cons: CD player is not working and will not take discs.
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Crutchfield customer from Knox City, TX on 6/29/2020
Love the stereo, was easy-to-install, arrived a day early in the mail. thank you
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Great Radio! But a few things to know..
Tiam from Cold Spring, NY on 6/29/2020
1992 Volvo 240 Series
Bought this radio as a replacement for the original radio in my 1992 Volvo 240. It works great and I am very happy with the audio quality and performance. My only complaints are about the bluetooth and the volume dial. The bluetooth can be frustrating, sometimes not connecting, and when you have both phones in the car that are connected to the radio it sometimes doesn't work. I usually just use the USB input which always works and charges the phone too, much more simple. The volume dial is also a button and is fairly sensitive. I find myself pressing the button when I want to turn up the volume a lot. Besides these two things (which are pretty minor honestly) I love this product and would recommend it!
Pros: Looks great, good sound.
Cons: Bluetooth is finicky, volume dial as a button is too sensitive.
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2002 E320
Crutchfield customer from Glen Allen, VA on 6/20/2020
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Works great in my 2002 E320!!! The install looks like original, picked colors to match the other instruments. Steering wheel controls still work too! Buy the wiring harness! Even though it was almost as expensive as the unit, the wiring harness made install a snap!
Pros: Easy install Easy functions, Bluetooth and phone Sounds great!!
Cons: Takes concentration to change settings or pair a phone, not something to do while driving!!!
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Happy I chose Crutchfield !
Crutchfield customer from Key West, FL on 6/11/2020
1995 Ford F Series
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Solid bang for buck
Guest from Boyce, VA on 6/11/2020
Stock 05 Volvo receiver was pretty good (when it didn't cut out) and I was concerned I'd lose audio quality with an inexpensive replacement. But Sony N5300BT sounds significantly better than stock while retaining original speakers. Plus face design is simple so the fix looks Volvo-esque. Great Crutchfield advice and service.
Pros: Excellent performance for price. Good selection of EQ settings, plus customizable option. Installation looks close to stock. Lighting can be adjusted for color and brightness.
Cons: Can't find solution to turn off annoying anti-theft beep at power shutdown.
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Sony makes Great Products
Crutchfield customer from Lakeside, CA on 6/9/2020
Great stereo all around. You just cant beat it for the price and quality
Pros: sounds great easy to install, blue tooth ready
Cons: none
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Juan from Chicago, IL on 6/8/2020
1999 Ford Explorer
To reconnect to Bluetooth/ Sony app just press 6 on play/pause bottom, instead of having to do all that reconnecting
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Orefield, PA on 6/4/2020
2000 Jeep Wrangler
Perfect for the 2000 Jeep Wrangler. All the additional kit items made this an easy install and it sounds great.
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Crutchfield customer from Dallas, GA on 6/3/2020
2004 Ford Ranger
This is the best head unit I have found for my 2004 Ford Ranger. The bluetooth adds functionality for my Iphone and tuner sensitivity is best I have found.
Pros: Tuner and bluetooth.
Cons: None
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Altoona, PA on 5/31/2020
1989 Lincoln Town Car
the unit fit like a glove. The sound is great. Great product, Great company.
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Great Value
Crutchfield customer from Willoughby, OH on 5/31/2020
Multiple functions and a good sound at a value price. The removeable face an be annoying.
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Crutchfield customer from Hines, OR on 5/31/2020
Easy install and directions were simple to follow.
Pros: Super easy to navigate. Color choices are fantastic options.
Cons: The buttons are close together.
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Sony Quality, Simple Unlcluttered look
Sherri from Litchfield ,CT on 5/22/2020
1994 Ford Mustang
So far so good !! This looks like the more expensive model non cd one . I almost bought that but I didn't want to run a power cord from the battery . This one looks classic, simple , and perfect in my 94 mustang . Almost looks like it could be stock ! Great service and shipping , installation was a breeze. I didn't need the CD player or want it, but the price was right . Sound is better than Stock was !!!
Pros: Cheap, features , 55 watts , good sound , simple use and layout , Good customization
Cons: I didn't need the CD but I can't say it's a con other than the look. No cons yet . We did have an issue with the deck sliding into the space and staying on the left side . We had to fiddle around and use some adhesive to help secure it . It wasn't the fault of the unit but a defect or imperfection in my cars dash. Looks clean and almost stock in my 1994 mustang
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I recommend!
Crutchfield customer from Sartell, MN on 5/21/2020
2007 Toyota RAV4
I thoroughly enjoy this product. The only thing about it is when I connect my phone to play my own music if I turn the volume up past 40 (50 is highest), the music becomes badly distorted. It isn't an issue with my speakers however, because when I have a CD in, the volume can be at 100% and have zero distortion. I originally bought it to upgrade from my factory stereo and because I was going to install a subwoofer and amplifier and it is a great upgrade. I had installed four new speakers before installing this and it improved the power sent to the speakers because of the built-in amplifier. This is also great because it has RCA outputs for all four speakers and for subwoofers which allow for seamless connections to an amplifier. Great product
Pros: RCA outputs for all speakers and separate ones for subwoofers
Cons: When connected to the phone at a loud volume, the sound distorts
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Florence, SC on 5/21/2020
1996 GMC Sierra
Put this in my 96 Sierra and it looks great, easy install.
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Satisfied and safe driver
Crutchfield customer from Ridgefield, WA on 5/11/2020
2005 Saturn VUE
This Sony MEX-N5300BT was super easy to install and sounds great. I had replaced my stock stereo in a 2005 Saturn Vue about 10 years ago. That Sony sounded good but didn't have bluetooth, and ultimately I got tired of "jerry-rigging" cords and different external devices to play music from my phone. Could never find anything that made phone conversations tolerable. All I did after purchasing this Sony is pull out the older head unit, detach the old harness and attach the new, slide the new head unit into the old chassis and waa-lah. Bluetooth works perfectly and the few calls I've made thus far have sounded way better than anything I've had before, thanks in large part to the external mic that comes with the unit. Very pleased! May have to look into replacing the speakers as those have some mileage on them as well.
Pros: Bluetooth connectivity, sound quality for calls
Cons: Haven't found any noticeable ones yet
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I love sony phones but hate their audio equipment.
Cat from Alaska on 5/2/2020
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Went from an awesome pioneer deck (now discontinued) to this Sony deck. Disappointed with it as I have to re-pair my device to this deck everytime I get in my vehicle. User interface is a cluster fudge. Trying to return this product but waiting on hold with customer care forever isn't getting me anywhere. I will sell this item myself and buy the newer version of my old pioneer deck.
Pros: Illumination is nice and bright even in broad daylight.
Cons: Constantly repairing my device via Bluetooth. Terrible user interface.
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Nice unit.
Crutchfield customer from Okeechobee, FL on 4/25/2020
1995 Jeep Wrangler
Fit perfect. EZPZ to wire up. My old unit was a Sony so the functionality was fairly easy to figure out. Purchased it to be provided with the Bluetooth. Works great!
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Sony steals the show!
Crutchfield customer from Prairie Village, KS on 4/20/2020
1997 BMW Z3
The Sony MEX-N5300BT is an awesome head unit, that solves all you modern needs for multiple file formats, as well mobile phone connectivity via Bluetooth. The multi color display on the face looks amazing, and when set on the red shade, makes the unit look virtually OEM! It was a breeze to install, even for the tight space provided in a BMW Z3!
Pros: Great options for the price, classic styling the will never fade away!
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Poland, OH on 4/19/2020
2010 Ford Fusion
Has great features and many customization options. Gives a lot of power to sub woofers and sounds great with stock speakers. Easy to install
Pros: Single DIN
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Crutchfield customer from White Cloud, MI on 4/13/2020
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Crutchfield customer from Neptune, NJ on 4/5/2020
2001 Toyota Echo
Sound is super. Controls a bit confusing. Delivery time as promised and undamaged
Pros: Sound quality. Physical controls ( not touch screen)
Cons: Controls confusing.
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from West Blocton, AL on 3/30/2020
1992 Ford F Series
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Brainerd, MN on 3/29/2020
1999 Volkswagen Beetle
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Sony MEX-N5300 is great!
Crutchfield customer from Spring, TX on 3/29/2020
2007 Dodge Ram 2500
I love the new Sony radio, so much better than the stock radio in my 2007 Dodge Ram.
Pros: Easy install, the parts supplied by Crutchfield were exactly what was needed.
Cons: None
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Jeep stick replacement
Crutchfield customer from Portage, MI on 3/29/2020
2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Straight forward unit with good power and features for the price!
Pros: Features. Price. Removable faceplate
Cons: None
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great stereo
Crutchfield customer from Moore, OK on 3/29/2020
1996 Chevrolet Tahoe
sounds great. better than the factory radio
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Superb Sony
Crutchfield customer from Danbury, CT on 3/25/2020
2008 Porsche Cayman
Inexpensive unit that sounds great!! Hard to beat the sound, both power and tone! Great radio!
Pros: Powerful, easy to install, very high quality!
Cons: The controller interface takes effort to use easily but once you understand it, it becomes 2 nd nature.
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Crutchfield customer from Louisville, KY on 3/24/2020
2012 Kia Soul
Good radio and CD player. This is what needed to go hands free.
Pros: Easy to use.
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield customer from Brownsburg, IN on 3/24/2020
2000 GMC Sierra 2500
Radio????. The support I received from Corey and Casey was exceptional
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Sony App really helps
mark from White lake on 3/20/2020
2004 Toyota Sienna
2005 Camry with factory amp. This stereo has great sound. Easy install. The Sony app is very intuitive for controlling source, the tone, and lighting. Had it for a 2 months now. Easy to use . I wondered why the bluetooth wasnt connecting correctly. Finally found the only time it doesnt connect is when i use the remote start from inside the house.
Pros: Great sound. Great features. Good dimming at night. (has orange wire)
Cons: Dim display in bright lighting.
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Good unit
Crutchfield customer from Chambersburg, PA on 3/19/2020
2007 Ford Ranger
Very nice radio, with more features than I will use. I'm still learning how to use most of these features. Overall the sound is good and the installation looks almost factory.
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Crutchfield customer from Mount Horeb, WI on 3/15/2020
2010 Toyota Corolla
This made a definite improvement in the sound using the original speakers. I could actually hear the intended sound from the radio over the road noise. I will have to see how much better it gets with new speakers eventually.
Pros: Sounds much better than the stock version in the car.
Cons: Could do without the changing LED colors as they do nothing for the sound. I have to study the manual when I get a chance to see if I can set it to stay at one color.
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So far so good
Crutchfield customer from Van Horn, TX on 3/2/2020
1998 Ford Taurus
Great sound and easy to install.
Pros: Easy installation. Good sound and paired with my iPhone easily. Display colors are easy to match to existing dash lights.
Cons: Display is not as bright as I would like. Display is hard to see if sun is shining on it.
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Means men's.
Crutchfield customer from Cochranville, PA on 2/16/2020
2005 Chrysler Crossfire
Not a bad stereo I just find all newer stuff not user friendly. It's very difficult to make simple adjustments to sound or balance due to the multi function controls. Too hard to scroll thru and find stuff then to switch and make the actual adjustment once you find it. I miss the separate balance bass and treble controls we used to have.
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Crutchfield customer from Staunton, VA on 2/10/2020
2010 Hyundai Elantra
Great stereo for the price. I haven't gotten replacement speakers yet but sounds good even with factory speakers. The bluetooth phone feature sounds great and is easy to use. The only thing I wish it had is speed dialing. I can't get the Pandora source to connect to my samsung S8, but I haven't had time to try and figure it out yet
Pros: Affordable Lots of features
Cons: Needs speed dial feature
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Crutchfield customer from Carbondale, CO on 2/3/2020
1998 Toyota 4Runner
Bought this unit as a gift for my son who's in collage out of state Also purchased the ready harness since he dosn't have the resources to splice,solder and heat shrink wires. The install was on a 98 4runner. He said it took him about an hour to install with no problem. He is very happy with the unit.I have been a Crutchfields custemer for a long time,they have never let me down.
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Crutchfield customer from Pahrump, NV on 2/2/2020
Very clear sound for a low price unit. CD Works smoothly and quietly. Save the owners because there is lots of different features you can set up if wanted. Kurt
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Crutchfield customer from Hertford, NC on 1/27/2020
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Knoxville, TN on 1/26/2020
2003 Ford F-150
Sony delivered an excellent product; Crutchfield made it a breeze to install! This radio was just what the doctor ordered. The fit and install in my '03 F-150 couldn't have gone better and looks nearly factory. One of the highlights is the ability to change the LED colors for both the screen and the buttons to match the factory dash colors. This radio has the right features at the right price for any vehicle. I opted for the Crutchfield radio adapter, for the price it likely saved me an hour and several busted knuckles.
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Basic radio
Crutchfield customer from Browns Mills, NJ on 1/26/2020
1997 Ford Expedition
It's a basic car radio. Not as much control as some other Sony radios.
Pros: I only use Sony radios
Cons: Not much control.
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Crutchfield customer from Pinson, AL on 1/24/2020
1990 Ford F Series
Fantasic product (if you can learn to operate it) - but thanks to crutchfield, I'm learning
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Crutchfield customer from Wenatchee, WA on 1/15/2020
1998 Nissan Pathfinder
Great unit! Great features and wonderful sound quality.
Pros: Easy installation.
Cons: No provision to balance speakers
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Tune driving
Crutchfield customer from Yucca Valley, CA on 1/11/2020
Enjoying the new receiver. Makes my commute so much better.
Pros: Many usable features
Cons: Instruction from company a little vague on settings.
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Great choice, great price
Crutchfield customer from Sacramento, CA on 1/10/2020
1996 Ford F Series
I'm fairly old-school in preferring physical controls to touch screens, especially in the things on the dash of my vehicles. My factory radio in my truck died, so I took a good hard look at all of the units Crutchfield offered, looking for receivers that are easy to operate by feel without the need to take my eyes off of the road. The Sony MEX-N5300BT came the closest to what I was looking for and included more than enough power to make my four new Polk Audio speakers sound great. To be honest, even this Sony requires you to look at the unit unless all you are doing is turning it off or on, or selecting one of the preset radio station buttons. But this has been working well for me, as I listen almost exclusively to my local public classical music station, and when it isn't what I want to hear the blue tooth feature picks up my stored music on my smart phone, so I'm never without music if I don't want to be. This Sony has so many more capabilities than I will ever use it makes the price simply an excellent buy. Most importantly, the unit sounds wonderful. For a pick up cab it simply has more power than you can really use. The music sounds well balanced at the default settings, but you can change how it sounds if you want to take the time to go into the controls and contour the sound to your liking. There's even a button right on the front of the unit to select among three levels of bass boost if you want more in the low end. I am very happy with this Sony. Highly recommended.
Pros: Reasonably easy to operate without a lot of distraction while driving. Great sound. Plenty of power. Radio reception is excellent. Fits in a relatively small space without giving up anything a car receiver should offer. I can even listen to the CD's I still own. This may be old school, but they sound great on this Sony, and there are no interruptions or monthly fees! Also, the Bluetooth feature lets me take and place phone calls without distraction; my calls sound good in both directions.
Cons: In Fords from the 80's on up, the radio has a bracket on the back that "hangs" it from a rail so the unit is supported at the dash and the rear. The instructions said not to use the rear bracket. The factory bracket won't fit the Sony, but one's included in the Metra kit and I recommend you use it. It's very difficult to use the bracket due to how the Sony is held in the dash. I had to remove the speedo/gauges to get my hand behind the radio to attach the bracket. It's difficult, but doable.
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Great head unit
Crutchfield customer from Harrisonburg, VA on 1/4/2020
I was looking for a simple upgrade from my factory head unit so I could have Bluetooth capabilities. While there are fancier head units that have Android Auto or Apple Car play and would give me more features this little thing works fine and didn't break the bank. My stereo sounds better and the Sony app made connecting my podcast and music apps to the head unit as well as customizing the display and button colors effortless.
Pros: Inexpensive, sounds good, easy to use.
Cons: Doesn't have the fanciest display.
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Fantastic Sound With Bluetooth, USB Phone Charging & CD Player
Mike from Huntsville, AL on 12/29/2019
2000 Ford F-150
I decided to replace a 15 year old Pioneer stereo in my 2000 F150. The main features I was after were Bluetooth phone calls, XM radio ready, USB phone charging capability, and CD player. I first considered Pioneer and Kenwood, but finally settled on the Sony MEX-N5300BT due to positive reviews and $20 off special. I'm very impressed with this unit. The Sony also has a much better FM Sensitivity than comparable Kenwood and Pioneer models and there is a noticeable difference in the FM reception compared to the old Pioneer. Having driven rental cars with HD radio, I feel the standard FM transmission on this Sony sounds like it's HD! Bluetooth phone calls are very clear and USB charges iPhone 7 quickly (goes up tens of percent during 20 min drive). Remote included and is nice to have for switching between XM radio presets. I added an XM SXV300V1 tuner behind the Sony stereo.
Pros: Simple yet stylish layout, remote included, fantastic sound without amplifier, best FM reception I've ever had in a vehicle, fast USB charging of phone, clear Bluetooth phone calls, super fast scanning on FM, XM ready, and CD player
Cons: When song/artist information extends beyond main display screen, the stereo only scrolls through the info once (have to manually advance to see the remaining info a 2nd time). There isn't an auto scan while in XM mode (have to manually advance through XM channels). Crutchfield Master Sheet and American International mounting kit had conflicting instructions. Install was ultimately accomplished with DIN sleeve and main American International bracket with cubby hole on the bottom (not on the top as pictured in Crutchfield Master Sheet).
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This is the one.
Crutchfield customer from Sheffield, AL on 12/25/2019
I thought about getting a new car stereo, because the radio that was in my 1997 Isuzu Trooper was from a 90's era mustang?? I had done tons of research, and ended up messaging Aaron for some help. Not only did he recommend this radio, but he also paired it up with a whole system. This is by far the best stereo ive ever had. 10/10 would recommend. BUY IT. DO IT.
Pros: BLUETOOTH, hands-free calling, color chamging screen, PREMIUM SOUND
Cons: None
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Always good stuff
Crutchfield customer from Iron Station, NC on 12/23/2019
2012 Nissan Maxima
Great stereo, excellent quality, only use Crutchfield.
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Miami, FL on 12/21/2019
2008 Ford Mustang
Sounds great, love all the available options.
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Sony CD-Receiver
Crutchfield customer from Buffalo, NY on 12/20/2019
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Very nice with outstanding performance, installed recently with no issues everything included in the well packed kit was utilized. Could not be more happier with this purchase. Very fast shipping.
Pros: Essential items you would have to purchase separately are included. The downloaded instructions for your specific application is exceptional. Overall a great experience and trust factor when conducting business with Crutchfield.
Cons: None.
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Great Experience
Crutchfield customer from Richmond, VA on 12/17/2019
1993 GMC Sierra
Great product, great price, great service. Delivery was bit late but crutchfield service rep corrected the error and made it worth my while. Great company!
Pros: Easy
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Cartersville, GA on 12/15/2019
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Better reception than original unit. Bluetooth works well for receiving calls. If Your thinking of using various programs while driving forget this radio. Programming is so difficult that you need to be parked to be able to switch between programs. Crutchfield's installation instructions are a waste of paper.
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Worth the money
Crutchfield customer from Hudson Oaks, TX on 12/12/2019
2001 Dodge Ram
So far I'm very pleased with both the products and the service of Crutchfield. I will say this about the Sony units,it has individual station buttons that are much easier to feel and push vs.others (Kenwood/Pioneer etc.) while bouncing down the road. The installation kit and wiring adapter that came with it fit well and was an easy upgrade. Initial setup was fairly simple even though there is a lot of info that did not pertain to my circumstances/needs/devices. I did have to re-sync my iPhone once, but hasn't given me any problems since
Pros: good value
Cons: I wish there was an option for matte or satin finish instead of gloss.
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Monroe, GA on 12/10/2019
Great tuner. A lot of good features. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a affordable tuner.
Pros: Great features clear sound.
Cons: No so far
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from N Las Vegas, NV on 12/7/2019
1996 Ford F Series
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Great Simple and Inexpensive Head Unit
Crutchfield customer from Arlington, TX on 11/17/2019
Nice Stereo with just about anything you would need...put it in 2008 Boxster Get the harness made for really simple installation
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from El Paso, TX on 11/17/2019
2011 Toyota RAV4
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New WIFI Capable CD Receiver from Sony
Crutchfield customer from San Jose, CA on 11/10/2019
This receiver is replacing a kenwood that recently started blowing fuses for overcurrent protection for the output to the speakers. This sony receiver has built in bluetooth and wifi where I can now control it with either the supplied remote control or a smartphone! I'm installing it into a moisture proof location in a jacuzzi spa to drive the factory 4 inch speakers and another set of external ones that I installed for my backyard use. I use the fader function to operate the 3-way external JBL speakers attached to my house for backyard music!
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Tulare, CA on 10/30/2019
2005 Jeep Wrangler
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Clinton, IN on 10/22/2019
great unit with lots of features for the price.
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Perfect
Crutchfield customer from El Paso, TX on 10/14/2019
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
I was looking for quality on a budget...I found it! Perfect fit and a great boost from my oem radio. I love the colors and the extra bass boost.
Pros: Bass boost Affordable quality Color changing display
Cons: None
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Sony MEX-N5300BT
Crutchfield customer from Madison, AL on 10/6/2019
2003 Ford Ranger
Nice upgrade for a 2003 Ford Ranger Extended Cab FX4 Level II without emptying the wallet. The unit has all the features offering current technology.
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Perfect for my purpose
David from Athens, GA on 10/5/2019
2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Very happy with this replacement for the dead factory Pioneer 6-disc changer in my 2001 Sportrac. With Crutchfield installation package fit perfectly and the sound quality is good through the original speakers and sub. Add BlueTooth and everything is good.
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Has it all...
Crutchfield customer from La Fayette, IL on 9/26/2019
2011 GMC Sierra
I was going to buy the MEX-N5200BT and happened to see this. I am so glad I stalled. The clean front panel and buttons are great for the fat fingered. Very logically laid out compared to others I looked at. Setup was very simple and it sounds great out of the box with my factory speakers. Can't wait until I get the new Rockford Fosgate speakers installed. The tuner on this stereo is incredible. The reception is great and clean. Very little static unless you get way out of range of the station. The colors are not a big deal, but kind of fun to play with. I went boring and matched the lighting in the truck. BT connected right away and does so whenever I get in the truck. I haven't had any troubles with drops at all. Phone calls sound clear. Being able to call and text without touching my phone is very nice. I am very happy with this purchase. I would recommend it highly.
Pros: Looks and sounds great Clean interface and nice button spacing BT works very well Tuner is very good Does everything I hoped it would do at a nice price
Cons: None at this time
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Decent Head Unit
Mike from Thornton, CO on 9/20/2019
1999 Toyota 4Runner
Installed in a 99 4Runner that still had the stock double DIN cassette & CD player. I love how Crutchfield ships an install package, including the wiring harness and cubby hole adapter to fill the double DIN hole fully with this single DIN head unit. Sound is a bit better than stock unit. Bluetooth connections to iPhone 6 and 6s is pretty slow and I had a hard time pairing The instructions that Crutchfield includes are just so-so and they left out a huge detail for a 4Runner. The wiring harness adapter they sent had 2 plug-ins, but the stock head unit only had 1. What? Darn it, they sent the wrong wiring harness. It was after hours and I wanted to make progress, so I did some Googling and some experimentation and found that my 4Runner had an external amp (factory) that was bolted-in right below the head unit. I removed this and lo and behold, there were 2 plugs on the input side to the amp that the new wiring harness adapter plugged right into! They should mention this in the instructions! Next problem. The 4Runner has a power antenna mast and used to only raise when you selected the AM/FM radio function, but not the CD or cassette. The Sony head unit does not support this, so the power antenna would raise every time the unit is on, which is basically every time your start the car. This is unacceptable since the antenna is ultra-slow and noisy. Since the 4Runner has 2 antennas, I disabled the mast and bought an adapter to hook the rear antenna
Pros: Good price point Supports two Bluetooth devices More subdued front panel and lights Good fitment Crutchfield ships a wiring harness and cubby adapter for converting double DIN to single.
Cons: Slow Bluetooth connection. Power antenna connectivity is poor.
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a great little radio
Crutchfield customer from Pennington, NJ on 9/20/2019
2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
I am very happy with this car radio. It does everything it was advertised to do plus has more features that I hadnt even noticed it could do in its description. It works perfectly, it has a beautiful colorful lighted display. It was so easy to install, even for a person who has never installed a radio. It fits in the dash even though its a different shape than the original radio. I wish I had gotten it sooner. I waited until the original radio gave up, but I would have enjoyed the additional features like hands free calling and Pandora and blue tooth and USB and front AUX, even Sirius if one wanted to subscribe and other stuff I havent tried. For me it was important to be able to play CDs since I have many.
Pros: colorful lighted display easy to install many, many features and capabilities
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Sony stereo in 93 dodge w250
Crutchfield customer from Astoria, OR on 9/16/2019
1993 Dodge D Series
Simple enough to install. Still learning operation of stereo im pretty happy with it.
Pros: Remote is a nice accessory i dont have to lean forward to opererate.
Cons: Havent found one
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nice upgrade from OEM, single din do it all
Crutchfield customer from Grafton, MA on 9/14/2019
I purchased this sony after literally 5 minutes of google searches online with all positive reviews hoping to cure 1 problem I had - FM radio reception, and it did, bit it lead to.another problem - the realization that I had crappy speakers in the car :( So, dont buy this unless.you want to spend more on upgrading your existing speakers... One nit pick however, my old sony had a hard.case for the detachable faceplate and this one doesn't ship with one so, if your cautious and remove the faceplate because of crime, go buy a 3rd party case or you'll risk scratching up the front of this popping it out and transporting it (and dont leave it in the glovebox as that's the first place they look!)
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Great Device...a little tight in an e46 BMW
Crutchfield customer from Charlottesville, VA on 8/29/2019
2004 BMW 3 Series
I am pleased with the performance of this stereo. I installed it in a 2005 BMW 325i to replace the standard business CD/radio. The Sony is a bit of a tight fit with the BMW wiring harness. After a few attempts, I was able to get it to fit.
Pros: Sounds great, compatible with various devices both Android and IOS. USB, CD, Aux, and Bluetooth work well.
Cons: The length of the stereo makes it difficult to install in an e46 BMW...but possible
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Crutchfield customer from Virginia Beach, VA on 8/22/2019
1996 Ford Econoline
Intuitive display, easy to navigate, hooks up to bluetooth easily.
Pros: easy to navigate
Cons: thin letters
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Crutchfield customer from Skokie, IL on 8/21/2019
Works as expected went in with no problem and Crutchfield helped all the way through.
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SATISFIED CUSTOMER
Crutchfield customer from Knoxville, TN on 8/15/2019
2002 Ford F-150
Perfect for my needs. Plenty of power to get great sound out of a pair of Rockford Fosgate P1683 speakers. Great FM reception. Love the AUX jack on the front. Installed in my 2002 F150. I recommend the READY HARNESS. It made installation a breeze.
Pros: Great fit and finish! Custom look!
Cons: None so far.
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Great value
Crutchfield customer from Bartlesville, OK on 8/11/2019
2002 Jeep Wrangler
Works and looks great in my sons 02 wrangler. Has all the features you could want and sounds great.
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Looks good, sounds good
Cameron from Syracuse, UT on 7/25/2019
2003 Ford Focus
I am happy with this unit. I love the auto dim feature. This is by far the best looking Sony single din available right now. Easy to setup our Google Pixel 3s with NFC. The sound is better than my Sony from 2011 which was of a similar price point. It is really good at picking up the Bluetooth handsfree as soon as I start the car, but the Bluetooth audio takes a bit. Occasionally it never finds the audio player, maybe 1 in every 25 startups. I have to turn the unit off then back on and then it will connect.
Pros: Good sound. Clean look. Pairs well. Auto dim feature
Cons: Slow to pick up audio device
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Crutchfield customer from Marysville, KS on 7/9/2019
1987 Porsche 924S
As usual the service from Crutchfield is stellar! As for this head unit I only one complaint....no mute function! I have not had it long enough to review entirely but the sound is good, better FM reception than the JVC it replaced. The phone audio was good on each end of a call but do need to up the volume in moderately noisy conditions. Overall I am pleased in exception for the inability to mute, hence 4 stars.
Pros: Good phone audio. Function to select genre/category on FM is a plus.
Cons: No mute
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Walt from Colleyville, TX on 7/1/2019
2002 Toyota 4Runner
overall it is a good replacement for the factory radio in my 2002 4Runner
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Why didn't I get this sooner?
Crutchfield customer from Springfield, MO on 6/26/2019
2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Does everything I need it to do. Great replacement for my 1.5 din in my older Silverado. Sounds great, lots of features and engineered well. Staff at Crutchfield was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
Pros: Great features for the price. Styling fits with my truck
Cons: None
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Incredible bang for the buck.
Crutchfield customer from Tallahassee, FL on 6/26/2019
2006 Toyota Prius
Just needed something that worked and had all the options I wanted. This was it.
Pros: Pros: Incredible bang for the buck. Options are staggering. Reasonably intuitive user interface given the number or parameters/options.
Cons: Cons: Screws provided were not suitable for installation kit provided by Crutchfield.
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Crutchfield customer from Glenshaw, PA on 6/25/2019
2007 Pontiac Vibe
Nice product, great sound quality, and more features than expected at this price.
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Awesome radio
Crutchfield customer from Plainview, NY on 6/10/2019
2000 Porsche Boxster
Fantastic radio! There was an issue with the wire interface. After fixing the wire mash' the radio sounded great!
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Crutchfield customer from Lansdale, PA on 6/10/2019
2002 Chevrolet Corvette
This is an amazing receiver, especially for the price. It's one of the few head units out there that doesn't look like a UFO parked in your dash. I liked it so much I purchased two of these for updating my cars to bluetooth.
Pros: Range of colors matches factory car illumination. Very clean design. Minimal logo spam all over the faceplate. Very good button placement for options. EQ and audio options allow you to finely tune levels to taste.
Cons: Don't plan on reading the faceplate text with any sunlight present.
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Crutchfield customer from Jesup, GA on 6/2/2019
1996 Dodge Dakota
Great radio even with old speakers,Bluetooth was easy to setup .Installation was easy and very quick with your instructions,and wiring kits.
Pros: Good price and great instructions
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from San Lorenzo, CA on 5/31/2019
2016 Hyundai Genesis
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Perfect fit!
Crutchfield customer from Portland, OR on 5/28/2019
1994 Lincoln Town Car
This stereo sounds great, and has every feature I could want! I like how well the included microphone works to pick up my voice for voice commands. The NFC tap-to-pair is really great, too. Aesthetically, this is one of the cleanest looking units available, to my eyes. I really like how it's not so flashy and ostentatious. A lot of these products look like they were designed by Razer, but this is understated. Feels right at home in my '94 Town Car. I was having trouble picturing most of the competing products in that car. Also had a minor issue with the Metra wiring harness, and though it was no fault of Crutchfield's, they promptly replaced it for free, and when the same issue occurred, their tech support was able to give me a workaround to get everything wired properly. Really impressed with the service aspect of this experience.
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Great Unit for a Good Price
Crutchfield customer from Baltimore, MD on 5/28/2019
2007 Honda Accord EX
The quality and functionality of this unit is outstanding. There are a lot of options available and the unit has surprised me in terms of how well it links with apps via BT on my older phone. The sound quality is crisp at high volume. Very happy.
Pros: Does everything advertised, Sound Quality, Ease of integration
Cons: You must get used to going through the menu to get to things. It's like getting used to the MS Excel Ribbon back in '07...
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My old work van just received a upgrade!
Vaughn from Murrells Inlet, SC on 5/25/2019
First, I'm not much of a aftermarket car stereo person, I am however a pro audio tech and a high end home audio snob so it takes a lot to impress me when it comes to audio, gadgets in general. With that said, I found myself in the need of a replacement for my stock radio in my old Ford work van. My requirements were simple. I wanted a step above stock , the best radio with CD I could find for the money that would allow me to connect my phone via bluetooth. I had lots of choices at this price point but decided on this Sony for a few reasons... #1 Its a Sony, #2 It's a newer model than most. #3 At this price point it gives good built in power and great Bluetooth connectivity. #4 Not that I will ever use it in a work van, but me being a pro audio guy I like having all the pre-outs. Some other units at this price point or almost this price point limit the pre outs. #5 The main reason I purchased this Sony is the look. I think it has a kinda close to stock, clean look that others simply do not have. The install was simple and the operation is fantastic with no issues at all. My Android phone connected great and the sound is much better than stock! lots more clean built in power than the stock radio and the FM reception is simply superb! I had no idea I had so many FM stations! With Crutchfield including the wiring harness and the tool to remove the stock Ford radio and the dash kit why would I buy anyplace else! Fantastic Sony and a fantastic company to buy f
Pros: Its a Sony, Has a classy look!
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Excellent customer service
Crutchfield customer from Lake Forest, CA on 5/24/2019
2007 Mazda 3
Ordered a Sony MEX-N5300BT single din CD player/radio receiver , ready harness and bezel kit. I had an issue with the CD player skipping tracks and the ready harness was mis-wired. Customer service was excellent. They identified the wiring problem and replaced the CD player. The wiring problem was a simple fix and the return and replacement of the CD player was easy. I do recommend ordering a ready harness. It simplifies the installation process. I'd definitely use Crutchfield for my car audio needs again.
Pros: Customer service
Cons: none
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Crutchfield customer from North Wales, PA on 5/19/2019
Good unit and affordable
Pros: Bluetooth audio streaming
Cons: Needs a dedicated on off button
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Great little radio
Crutchfield customer from Eaton Rapids, MI on 5/19/2019
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Great radio with a ton of features. Was pretty easy to install with a general understanding of radio installation process. I really like the Sony app that the radio pairs with and the NFC bluetooth connection worked great! Only negative thing I have to say is the volume button when pressed opens up the menu options so sometimes you think you're turning up the radio when you're actually switching to something else. That said the remote that comes with it alleviates that issue if you want to use it!
Pros: Easy install. Good sound. NFC bluetooth connection makes it easy! Sony app works seamlessly with the radio for easy phone controls.
Cons: Volume button when pressed opens a menu and is easily pushed when changing volume.
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Crutchfield customer from Greensboro, NC on 5/12/2019
2004 Toyota Tacoma
Great head unit if you're wanting something that looks as oem as possible. Only chrome is the Sony logo, and the ability to match any color dash illumination made it blend in to my truck like it was meant to be. The bluetooth automatically pairs to my Android as soon as I turn on the truck, and will pick up the last song right where it left off when using google play music. Everything I wanted in a stereo from the price range.
Pros: Really easy to follow the setup guide
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Sony Still Kicking
Crutchfield customer from West Hartford, CT on 5/12/2019
2009 Mazda RX8
System operates great and the color display is awesome. The easy connect to Bluetooth and storage of the deck when not in use is convenient. Sony still kicking.
Pros: Great Head Unit
Cons: Not suitable for all vehicles.
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Close to OEM look,great upgrade in sound quality,
Crutchfield customer from Dallas, TX on 5/6/2019
1991 Mazda Miata
This is a great receiver in both sound quality and subdue-ness, with an appearance close to many OEM units and not odd appearing in an otherwise 1990's interior design. The fine color adjustment allowed for a very close match to factory green illumination. And it paired easily with two galaxy S-series phones of two different generations and switched between the two effortlessly, overall I consider this a pretty good upgrade to many factory receivers while keeping the interior largely stock appearing. Highly recommended.
Pros: Close to OEM receiver appearance, especially when flush-mounted Great sound quality Bluetooth paired effortlessly and functions great
Cons: Somewhat pricey
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Crutchfield customer from Peralta, NM on 4/30/2019
2001 Nissan Frontier
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Phenomenal Head Unit + Linked video of install
James from Glendale, CA on 4/27/2019
1995 GMC Suburban
Installed in my 1995 GMC Suburban and am astonished at how good this thing is. The look of it alone is fantastic but the sound... Holy moly! Gets so loud while staying crystal clear. LOVE the Bluetooth connectivity AND NFC. Just touch phone to volume knob and it connects. Easy. The installation was great. Crutchfield gave me everything I needed and more to install. Oh, and all that stuff, like the wiring harness, single din bracket, antenna cable and new lower pocket... all free. How they turn a profit is beyond me. Below is a link to the install on YouTube. Thanks Crutchfield! https://youtu.be/5uiXNsijFAA
Pros: Gets loud and stays crystal clear. The Bluetooth connectivity is super easy with NFC. The faceplate is very sleek and good looking without all the Trademarks printed all over it. The most 'factory' looking unit I could find. Brand New 2919 model. Price point is great. Get a lot for the money.
Cons: While carefully taking the one sticker off the faceplate... It left a pretty good scratch.
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Crutchfield customer from Kandiyohi, MN on 4/23/2019
2009 Pontiac Vibe
Love it. I am a simple guy who wanted a stereo to replace the manufacturer's original in my 2009 vehicle that would allow me to hook up my android phone via Bluetooth and play the occasional CD if needed. this does that no problem. 2 things that bug me about the stereo though, (1) I cannot figure out how to a manual search up and down the FM dial and (2) I have to cycle through multiple options to switch between the radio and Bluetooth. Perhaps there is a simpler way that I just have not discovered yet but if there is it is not intuitive. Other than those 2 small things, I love the stereo. It does what I need it to at the right price.
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A Great Stereo
Crutchfield customer from Cottonwd Hts, UT on 4/22/2019
1999 Honda CRV
A great head unit. The Bluetooth is seamless and pairs easily and automatically every-time I get into the car. I listen to a lot of radio, and this is a HUGE improvement over my stock head unit. The ability to pick up stations has increased dramatically. Stoked!
Pros: Affordable Easy to install Easy Setup
Cons: glossy screen can make it hard to view sometimes (when sunny and at a specific angle).
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Crutchfield customer from Mesa, AZ on 4/18/2019
2005 BMW 3 Series
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Crutchfield customer from Hope Mills, NC on 4/17/2019
1997 Toyota Corolla
Great product. Sound is awesome!! Setting can be a little difficult to use but I'm also a newbie when it comes to stereos. But I would recommend this product to anyone. The colors are also awesome and installation was a breaze!
Pros: Sound quality, multiple colors to choose from, easy install.
Cons: Setting can be a little aggravating dor someone who hasent used stereos much.
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