I want an all around SQ head unit, something that has Good Adjustability, 5V+ Preouts, 24Bit Processing, Bluetooth, and iPod direct connect... I currently have the Eclipse CD7200 MKII in one car and Alpine CDA-9835 in another, i just recently acquired another vehicle and want to build up a nice system for it also
I have never been a pioneer fan, but this does sound like a good alternative to there ultimate stage 4 dex-p99rs!
(Eclipse | Hertz | Audison
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Well, Eclipse is no more and Alpine stand alone decks are arguably not as nice as the Pioneer. The new Pioneer continues where the DEH-P880PRS and DEH-P800PRS decks left off. There really is not many other options so.....you can figure this one out....
while one of my favorites I have a hard time not running again, it is a little lacking in modern features.
the Pioneer 800 was almost perfect. almost.
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New age technology is over rated, go hard, go old school lol.
ok. not saying i dont like the 8053.
just saying I like to have USB drive. I dont need iphone and BT
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I installed an Eclipse CD-5030 a couple of months ago and really like the sound quality and the range of adjustability. It has no problem with most modern media file formats and Bluetooth works great as well. You can find them for about half the expected cost of the Pioneer.
However, there are two shortfalls that have me leaning toward buying the Pioneer DEH-80PRS after it comes out and the price goes down, and why I voted for the Pioneer in your survey.
First, I bought the Eclipse used and in very good condition and at a great pricepoint. However, the unit I bought did not have the MEI-100 microphone that is used for auto-EQ and auto time alignment. These mikes are very hard to find. Not all auto-EQ and auto-TA is well executed, but the quality of the Eclipse unit is such that I would like to see how well these function. If you do go with a CD-5030, be sure to get one with the mike and then let me borrow it for a week!
Second, the Eclipse has poor radio specs. FM sensitivity is a lousy 15 dBf. If you like to listen to FM or AM, especially to distant stations or you try to listen in urban environments where you need good multipath rejection, the Eclipse will not be for you. The Pioneer Supertuner IIID will have an 8 or 9dBf spec, the best available.
Either way you go you will have an excellent headunit, just take into account how you are going to use it!
I own an Alpine CDA-7949, DVA-7996, Eclipse 55090, and now a Pioneer DEH-80PRS.
I can safely say that the 80PRS will hold it's own sound-wise against any of these and is also packing all the modern features you expect from a high-end but afford-ably priced CD player. As a matter of fact, I'm still baffled by everyone that uses the phrase: "when the price comes down" in association with this unit. Most specialists will sell this unit for MAP ($350) and there seems to be no shortage of people who can pick these up for $300 shipped from online sources. From my 15 years of retail experience in car audio I feel safe in saying this is one of the most amazing deals I've seen considering what you get for what you pay. I understand that technology has advanced and you get more gadgets for less money everyday, but this is a fairly special unit (if it wasn't it wouldn't have a 40+ page hype thread leading up to it's release) and I feel that Pioneer is coming through on exactly what was promised (which is a little brother to the P99 that regular enthusiasts can afford).
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My buddy who's an electrician and does like circuitry type s*@t said he could run it at 2, I'm probably gonna have somewhere around here hook eveything up for me.
I own an Alpine CDA-7949, DVA-7996, Eclipse 55090, and now a Pioneer DEH-80PRS.
I can safely say that the 80PRS will hold it's own sound-wise against any of these and is also packing all the modern features you expect from a high-end but afford-ably priced CD player. As a matter of fact, I'm still baffled by everyone that uses the phrase: "when the price comes down" in association with this unit. Most specialists will sell this unit for MAP ($350) and there seems to be no shortage of people who can pick these up for $300 shipped from online sources. From my 15 years of retail experience in car audio I feel safe in saying this is one of the most amazing deals I've seen considering what you get for what you pay. I understand that technology has advanced and you get more gadgets for less money everyday, but this is a fairly special unit (if it wasn't it wouldn't have a 40+ page hype thread leading up to it's release) and I feel that Pioneer is coming through on exactly what was promised (which is a little brother to the P99 that regular enthusiasts can afford).
this, and if you're a meca competitor the 16band eq keeps you in stock class
Its easy to say the 80prs is and will be one of the best sq decks for some time. Pioneer really took a gamble on this unit and hopefully it'll payoff and spark interest from other manufacturers to get back into sq. Unfortunately the sq market has been all but dead considering we make up such a small number of quarterly sales. Lets cross our fingers in hope of successful numbers from the 80prs along with clarions new unit coming out shortly. The success or failure of these two decks will have a huge impact on what line ups we see in the future to come.
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Head unit- Pioneer DEH 80prs Dsp- JBL Ms8 Amps -2 ppi p900.4
. Tweeters - Lpg26na Midrange - Tang band W3
. Mid Bass - Rs180 sub - 2 jl 10w6v2
You have a point, and for Pioneer (or any company for that matter) to want to continue making products like this it has to make a profit for Pioneer and their dealers. That's why I get a bit disheartened every time I see someone say "when the price comes down". With a unit like this the price usually doesn't come down unless: a) They are bringing a better version to market or b) it did not sell well and they are clearing it out. "A" won't happen unless this does very well for them, so hoping that the price will decrease is kind of like hoping that the product will die out. I don't think that is what anyone wants, but I could be wrong.
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My buddy who's an electrician and does like circuitry type s*@t said he could run it at 2, I'm probably gonna have somewhere around here hook eveything up for me.
I agree, I don't understand why some complain about the price. Considering the features of the 80 it could easily cost more when compared to past units. There is no unit on the market past and present that offers the same features and some of the past preferred decks cost more. Pioneer did the sq market a tremendous service with this unit and I hope the gamble pays off.
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Head unit- Pioneer DEH 80prs Dsp- JBL Ms8 Amps -2 ppi p900.4
. Tweeters - Lpg26na Midrange - Tang band W3
. Mid Bass - Rs180 sub - 2 jl 10w6v2
OK you guys have me convinced to pick this up just in case sort of deal. I really love the 99 but don't need half of what it has to offer. I'm also going to grab the Clarion when it does come out just to be able to compare the two.
OK you guys have me convinced to pick this up just in case sort of deal. I really love the 99 but don't need half of what it has to offer. I'm also going to grab the Clarion when it does come out just to be able to compare the two.
You won't be disappointed, pioneer really did a good job with this unit. Just keep an open mind since your coming from the 99. As you described this should fit the bill. Good luck and keep us posted I'm interested to hear your feedback
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Head unit- Pioneer DEH 80prs Dsp- JBL Ms8 Amps -2 ppi p900.4
. Tweeters - Lpg26na Midrange - Tang band W3
. Mid Bass - Rs180 sub - 2 jl 10w6v2
Amen! People that are looking for the price to come down have no idea what they're looking at. When I read the build components of the 80PRS I thought how can they do this at this low of a price. I bought it immediately.
It's a steal. I say you better buy it now why its very cheap$$ before pioneer realizes this deck should be about $799. People that know Hi end components, which usually means you have a hi end home system looked at this and bought it. People that are looking for it to come down shouldn't even consider this deck because they won't like the pure flat unprocessed sound that comes out compared to their current Sony Deck. If you don't know why 3 burr brown converters are good this isn't your deck. Just my opinion
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I agree, I don't understand why some complain about the price. Considering the features of the 80 it could easily cost more when compared to past units. There is no unit on the market past and present that offers the same features and some of the past preferred decks cost more. Pioneer did the sq market a tremendous service with this unit and I hope the gamble pays off.
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Pioneer DEH-80PRS, currently US AMPS TU-4360, Zed Audio amps. Have PG RSd, Diamond Audio, Blaupunkt. Speakers Polk Audio.
Wiring- Kicker Wires.
I am starting a new build and i currently have an Eclipse CD8053. I just picked up a 01 BMW 325 and im thinkin about selling the 8053 and getting the 80PRS. The eclipse is nice but i want the newer features.
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