Stereo suggestions

[pigbike]

I want to put a stereo in my boat but I am not going to buy a expensive one. I see Dual, Boss, Sony all have marine models. I know Sony is usually decent, but know nothing about Boss or Dual. I also looked at Poly Planar which I don't know much about.

I know about the good brands like Fusion but not looking to dump 3-4 hundred into stereo and speakers. I like peace and quiet when fishing but a little music would also be nice.

[Blue Agave]

Poly-planer marine stereos are great.  I had the MRD-60 in my boat for 6-7 years mounted on the console in the elements.  Just replaced it with the MRD-70 which is a discontinued model was $400 picked it up for $73 on the internet.

[pigbike]

Poly-planer marine stereos are great.  I had the MRD-60 in my boat for 6-7 years mounted on the console in the elements.  Just replaced it with the MRD-70 which is a discontinued model was $400 picked it up for $73 on the internet.

I saw a Poly Planar package that was a MR41 radio, two speakers and waterproof face cover for $130.00 but didn't know if it was a good brand or not.

[Blue Agave]

I don't know anything about that model, check out the MRD-70.

[seabob4]

Believe it or not, the Dual package that Worst has on sale a lot for $99 doesn't sound too bad.  I'm done several installs for customers that want exact what you want Roy, just some tunes.  It has a front jack for an ipod and also a front USB port for a flash drive...http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/st ... Q6bDh0WQ98

[GoneFission]

Make sure you get the USB or SD card on the front face - you will likely use that a lot more that CDs - if not now, then soon.  Dual, Pyle, and Poly are about the same units, but check out power output and remote capabilities.  They have 25 watt and 45 watt models - and that's not true RMS watts - so look for the 40+ watt output if you want some tight bass.  A couple have Radio Frequency (RF) remotes - that's slick cuz you don't have to be in the line of sight for the remote to work.  Don't spend a ton of money on a unit - despite advertising "waterproof" - most won't stand up very well if subjected to salt spray.  

Speakers are the difference - find a good set of 6.5 marine speakers, or better yet, 6x9.  A good 6x9 will blow the socks off a 6.5 and will sound amazing if you can find the right place to mount it.

[pigbike]

Fernando I don't see your model anywhere for sale any longer. You got a real good deal on that if you got both pieces for $73. bucks.

I just ordered the one I mentioned earlier. I found it for 30 bucks less somewhere else. It is all I need.
The ad doesn't say it but it is suppose to have the spray cover also. It has a IR remote, 40wx4, CD, front USB, Aux. If the speakers don't sound good, I will buy a set of Polk Audio Speakers which I have in my truck and harley. They are very good and marine certified.

http://www.boatersland.com/plpmr-41w-c-pak.html

[Blue Agave]

I saw some still available this morning when I posted. Let me see if I can find the link.

[Blue Agave]

Found two....

http://www.savinglots.com/lotprod.asp?i ... nQodTlUA6g

http://www.firstchoicemarine.com/p-5504 ... nQodkR0AAg

I found these two in ten scones flat. Google "MRD-70" under google shopping.

[pigbike]

Found two....

http://www.savinglots.com/lotprod.asp?i ... nQodTlUA6g

http://www.firstchoicemarine.com/p-5504 ... nQodkR0AAg

I found these two in ten scones flat. Google "MRD-70" under google shopping.

First choice is out of stock, but savinglots has them.  I looks nice but I think I like the all in one better. I am not Seabob, and wiring challanged, so the easier the better.

[seabob4]

JL Audio speakers are nice too...AND PRICEY!!!  

[RickK]

I'm buying in advance - all the models that Nando liked are toast now.  Is there a marine stereo that has the guts/electronics that can be tucked away under the console somewhat out the salt and either a din plug for a remote face or wireless control? And reasonable?
I don't need a lot of power, have room on the console for 6.5's or even some 6x9's but I do want to protect the stereo from theft while docked temporarily by hiding the system.
I'll keep searching thru posts in the mean time (and of course thru the inet)

[seabob4]

Rick, we considered this set up from JBL at Proline...http://www.starmarinedepot.com/jbl-mbb2 ... 7AodUgsAFA

[RickK]

Nice rig - on the list now  
How about this http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_723 ... RV170.html
I only need radio (maybe weather alert) and an input, like 1/8" jack for an input from music player. USB would be nice to charge phone or music player.

[seabob4]

Rick, I believe Lewis touted that one a bit back...good unit, and if you have an extra gauge hole, works perfectly!