Both have key features that I want: USB and AUX on the front. But I'm concerned about the RMS and volts. Which of the two is most important? Kenwood Excelon KDC-X493 : 50x4 watts 22x4 rms 4 volts JVC ARSENAL KD-AHD59 50x4 watts 20x4 rms 5 volts I'm leaning towards the Kenwood because of excellent reviews and pricing. But it's lacking built-in HD radio. Does the 1 extra volt from JVC provide better sound reproduction or does the 22x4 rms from Kenwood provide better sound reproduction? So I guess, this is more of a RMS vs volt question. Which is more important?
I don't plan on adding an amp. I only plan on upgrading the head unit, front speakers, and rear speakers. Some add'l specs I forgot to mention. The kenwood offers 110dB. The JVC offers 98. I don't plan on add'ing an amp nor subs in the feature.
I don't plan on adding an amp. I only plan on upgrading the head unit, front speakers, and rear speakers. Some add'l specs I forgot to mention. The kenwood offers 110dB. The JVC offers 98dB. I don't plan on add'ing an amp nor subs in the future.
if thats the case, i wouldnt worry about the pre-out volts...also, 1 or two extra watts rms isnt really going to make a difference imo. take a look into some alpine headunits, they have great sounding internal amps and they work great too
The front speakers I plan on getting are 3-way (6" x 8") : Kenwood KFC-C6882ie http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_11800_Kenwood+KFC-C6882ie.html The rear speakers are 4-way (6" x 9") : Pioneer Premier TS-A942P http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_8716_Pioneer+Premier+TS-A942P.html I don't want to spend too much. I just want to be able to enjoy some my 30-minute drive to work, library, gym, and anywhere else I drive too.
How can I find out if the JVC or Kenwood models have a good internal amps. What is it that makes Alpine amps better?
Peronally I like the Kenwood. I have run Kenwood for years and it was reliable and it performed well. As far as the wattage differance, 2-watts RMS difference is not something you could hear, so it don't matter. Again I do prefer Kenwood over JVC. Your speaker choice looks good