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Old Dec 8, 2013 | 07:42 PM
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How big of a difference does a aftermarket head unit make when running a amp? Do the RCA outputs make a big difference in clarity?
 
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Old Dec 8, 2013 | 09:21 PM
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I personally notice I don't distort as much, if any, since I swapped oem HK to Sony with 4volt pre amp outputs. Could be just me but I think its way more efficient now.
 
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HUGE difference, not to mention the aftermarket headunits are cheaper... I bought my Alpine for about 150, and sold my HK for 550.

Just sayin....
 
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HUGE difference, not to mention the aftermarket headunits are cheaper... I bought my Alpine for about 150, and sold my HK for 550.

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don't forget the $230 radio adapter
 
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don't forget the $230 radio adapter
I paid $40 for mine. Its not straight plug and play but there are other options if you don't care about losing controls.
 
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$200 for a Sony and another $200 for biketronics install plug and kit so all handle bar controls work.
 
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Lol ya I won't be loosing any handlebar controls!! Who would do that??
 
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