Nakamichi Color Change

[UNHCLL]

Also, I am one for understated 'mods'. Something the average user would glance right over and miss.

^5 for modesty

8)

[Pat W]

does the CD-400 play burned cds?

[bimmerphile]

does the CD-400 play burned cds?

pffff it's a $400 deck. damn well better.

[Pat W]

lol i would hope soo too

[PanamaE30]

As I had mentioned in another thread..

Nakamichi units will read burned cds, but if they're damaged by them, there'll be no factory warranty coverage for it.

[bimmerphile]

As I had mentioned in another thread..

Nakamichi units will read burned cds, but if they're damaged by them, there'll be no factory warranty coverage for it.

well nakamichi has filed for bankruptcy (again), so thats not really an issue :)

[spencers]

Why do you opt for a Nak? What's wrong with, say, Alpine? Just wondering..

I already have an Alpine.

While I enjoy its MP3 ability.... that isnt enough to make me LOVE it. I tend to find I drive with the screen switched off at night to reduce the glare from the white lettering. The green buttons I dont mind that much... but i'd ditch them if I could.
CDA-9811


I've driven enough e30's with high end Nak's to realize they are exactly what I want. I'm not running external amps yet, so the ability to control Bass, Mid, Treble from the HU is a major bonus. The fact it looks stock is a huge plus. Also, I am one for understated 'mods'. Something the average user would glance right over and miss.
Alpine doesnt really fit that bill.

I also dont need stuff like the tilting face of the alpine, or the track name & artist.

Ken, can you point me to a good audio review site with reviews on HU's? Most the ones I find online are written by users... who may or may not have a clue. I'd like to compare the 45z to the other 2 you mentioned.

Thanks!

Okay, I see now. It's all about personal preference. I bid you good luck with your search!

On another note, I'm hoping to get a 7894 for xmas with the ipod interface that will let me use my iPod in the car. I am tired of my crappy blaupunkt deck (which matches the interior nicely) but just isn't worth a darn.

The nak looks like a good buy for you. Just pricey for me. :)

[KenC]

Ken, can you point me to a good audio review site with reviews on HU's? Most the ones I find online are written by users... who may or may not have a clue. I'd like to compare the 45z to the other 2 you mentioned.

It's really hard to find reviews of decks (and other car audio equipment) on the web... of the older products at least. Usually car audio magazines (of which there are few quality ones) are the only ones who actually review products. Car Audio and Electronics is a good magazine and I'm sure they've reviewed one of those Nak decks, but their website sucks balls and they don't archive anything.

CD-35 -- One set of preamp outs and 1-bit DAC
CD-40 -- Two sets of preamp outs and a 1-bit DAC
CD-45 -- Three sets of preamp outs and a 24-bit DAC

[jht3]

i have an amber cd-45z sitting in a box at home. haven't gotten around to wiring it in yet

not that i need it, but does anyone have the cd-45z manual scanned?