NEW KENWOOD DD HU's starting @ $599!
 

Looks like kenwood is coming out of the box strong this year with all new redesigned units.

The new DDX-512 looks allot like the Avic-D3 complete with volume knob and color changing buttons and displays to match the dash. best of all if you don't need nav, the unit starts at $599

http://akamaipix.crutchfield.com/pro...X512-f_mt.jpeg


If you do need nav, the DNX-5120 form Kenwood adds GARMIN based nav built in for $999. (below)

http://akamaipix.crutchfield.com/pro...DNX5120-f.jpeg


If the D3 look is not your thing, they make 7" motorized versions as well.
The DDX-712. It has all the same features of the 512 and adds AAC support and built in ipod control (no cable to buy).

http://akamaipix.crutchfield.com/pro...X712-f_mt.jpeg


Of course they make this with Garmin built in as well, that would be the top of the line DNX-8120. but enough from me, here is the link to check it out yourself.

http://blog.sounddomain.com/gadget/2...ideo-kenw.html


They should be hitting store shelves by march.

UPDATE: For those who want all of the top of the line features of the DNX-8120 but don't need NAV right now. Look at the DDX-812, it has all of the features of the 8120 without the nav. If you wan't nav in the future you can always plug in the garmin KNA-G520 add on unit. hope this helps

last one looks really nice.

looks sick alright :)

I want one with a good iPod interface. The interface on my DDX 7017 sucks.

^ So what are you thinking about installing? I just posted the same question basically. I'm looking for bluetooth, navigation, Ipod interface and OEM steering wheel controls. I have little interest in DVD's though it would be a bonus.

WOW...thanks...i don't need NAV on guam....

Perfect for the guy who have factory NAV.

Part that sucks is I do need the Nav but not willing to pay an extra $400 for it.

I really hope the lights can be changed to amber. Same with the operating system.

Would anyone recommend these over any other units? I have a nav, so basically im looking to add a video ipod to my car. Looking to basically find the best unit for ipod capabilities and looks the nicest. Dont want to spend a TON, because i can lean back and just tuse the nav screen for the ipod also. Anyone have ideas? GILLEY?! ;)

Edit - I also want a GOOD bluetooth. I have a verizone blackberry 8830 phone if that matters. :biggthumpup:

I'm definitely to wait and see if the buttons will change to AMBER that's all that matters to me right now :)

buttons change multiple colors...played with the first kenwood one pictured above and it has some decent audio options as well.

I have the Kenwood KNA-G510 navi module (made by Garmin) that I'm not willing to gove up. I haven't seriously thought about changing HU's but if I do, I want a Kenwood with better iPod control, and I don't know what those are right now.

The latest Crutchfield catalog offers the DDX7019 for $999 and a package with the KNA-G510 for another $100.

So you like the unit as a whole, but the ipod config is slow? I dont need the nav, so would you still go with that unit?

I like the look on the DDX512 more. I need a knob to change my volume.