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Old Mar 17, 2015 | 09:28 PM
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http://reaudio.com/products/amplifiers_bt.php

An amplifier with built in bluetooth, looks interesting. Not familiar with the brand though, any one have any experience with their products? Could be an easy way to add bluetooth to your system if your head unit doesn't have it.
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Old Mar 18, 2015 | 11:11 AM
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That is interesting. That could really open up some new and creative car audio ideas. I would be curious if anyone has any experiences with this product.
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Old Mar 18, 2015 | 11:36 AM
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That is interesting. That could really open up some new and creative car audio ideas. I would be curious if anyone has any experiences with this product.
I was really excited about this until I saw the price....virtually $300.
I think for the difference I would get a full replacement with nav, cameras and all of the bells and whistles.

If it was $100; different story.
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I have the new Kenwood amps coming in as well end of this month as estimated ETA
http://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/amplifiers/kac-m1824bt/

I will be using them in older cars where you rely on your smartphone to BT music and do not need a radio
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Originally Posted by Double D Mods
I have the new Kenwood amps coming in as well end of this month as estimated ETA
http://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/amplifiers/kac-m1824bt/

I will be using them in older cars where you rely on your smartphone to BT music and do not need a radio
Do they have Bluetooth? Didn't see it on the website.
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Originally Posted by GTJim
Do they have Bluetooth? Didn't see it on the website.
click on the link...
it the direct link to the BT amp
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Old Mar 18, 2015 | 02:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Double D Mods
click on the link...
it the direct link to the BT amp
Can you PM me a price estimate? I'd rather go with Kenwood, a brand I know and trust than the other company.
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Ok I'll be the risk taker here. Just ordered the Kenwood model for under $180.00. Going to upgrade my speakers and use my iPhone as the music source. No head unit. Even have a block off plate where the radio would go. Stay tuned! (Pun intended)
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Does anybody have any experience with Bluetooth-to-aux adapters? I already have the iSimple and would like to add a solid Bluetooth input to the existing adapter.
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Originally Posted by Double D Mods
I have the new Kenwood amps coming in as well end of this month as estimated ETA
http://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/amplifiers/kac-m1824bt/

I will be using them in older cars where you rely on your smartphone to BT music and do not need a radio
First time I have seen this little amp, it's very cool! I have been using kenwood decks (excelon) for a number of years and have never had any problems.
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Ok I'll be the risk taker here. Just ordered the Kenwood model for under $180.00. Going to upgrade my speakers and use my iPhone as the music source. No head unit. Even have a block off plate where the radio would go. Stay tuned! (Pun intended)
Where are you going to mount the amp? How are you going to control volume? Just with your phone?
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Originally Posted by tdogg21
Where are you going to mount the amp? How are you going to control volume? Just with your phone?
Haven't decided where to mount the amp yet. Most likely in the hatch area. Volume is controlled by a little remote that comes with the amp. I'll post pics once the amp comes in.
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