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2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Looking for recommendations for a new radio. Definitely want Bluetooth which is maybe standard nowadays. Easy to use and nothing too fancy. Once we buy the radio we’ll find a shop to install it.
Any ideas? Thanks in advance!

MartI
Seattle
2011 midbath
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #1 –
I’ve wanted to get a double din radio since there is room and one that has apple play support. I’ve been hesitant because I don’t know how to install and worry a shop may not know the proper way either. I know the wiring is a bit different and not an easy swap out (kind of assuming here)
Joe B.
2008 26ft  grey/white Rear Bath
NE88 caravan club
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #2 –
Don't know if Bluetooth is the reason you are replacing but we bought a Bluetooth FM Transmitter to use with our radio. Under $20 at Walmart.
Steve and Jill, Steve posting
1999 26.5 Mid-Bath
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #3 –
Thanks for the replies.  I'll look into the bluetooth FM transmitter.  Our current radio is a PIA to use and doesn't have bluetooth so the bluetooth FM transmitter may be the answer.

I don't know what 'double din' means. A new term I'll research!

Thanks again!

Marti
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #7 –
Quote from: Marti  - 
Thanks for the replies.  I'll look into the bluetooth FM transmitter.  Our current radio is a PIA to use and doesn't have bluetooth so the bluetooth FM transmitter may be the answer.

I don't know what 'double din' means. A new term I'll research!

Thanks again!

Marti
I was on a two week trip shortly after we bought our LD. I was fine not listening to music but then after a bit I wanted to. You pick an unused FM frequency and set it and the radio to that. Quick easy fix, however as you travel you may have to change frequencies.
Steve and Jill, Steve posting
1999 26.5 Mid-Bath
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #8 –
Crutchfield is a great source of information and products; very knowledgeable advisors, tutorials, wide product selections, fair prices, and solid customer service. 
2003 TK has a new home
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #9 –
I purchased a double-din Kenwood from Best Buy soon after I purchased my LD. It was installed by Best Buy (along with a backup camera). BB was also able to fix my rear speakers which weren't working when they installed the stereo.
My wheels:
2003 MB
2012 Jeep Liberty
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #10 –
I'd suggest actually selecting a stereo store/installer first, then getting something they offer. The installation service is more important that the actual unit, particularly now that everything is digital and pretty cheap. Seattle has some great stores, and I'd suggest starting with Magnolia Hi-Fi.

Kris Hicks-Green
Olympia WA (and a former longtime Seattle resident)
2001 Mid Bath
 
Re: 2011 mid bath new radio recommendation
Reply #11 –

Thanks for all your great replies!  I purchased a Bluetooth FM Transmitter from Amazon and it appears to work great for what I want done. It paired with my iPhone and seemed to work smoothly. Will test it out more in a few weeks on our next RV trip.

Amazon.com: Nulaxy Wireless In-Car Bluetooth FM Transmitter Radio Adapter...

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