ScottC

Anyone know a good website with a large selection of "High End" Hard Drives/MP3 players? The MP3 jukebox type. I would love to put a removeable 40+ gig hard drive under the seat. Thanks for any help!

ZGolfer

Don't know about "high end" but have you seen this. http://www.ssiamerica.com/

ScottC

This looks great. Can anyone vouch for its quality etc.?

Thanks ZGolfer-

ZGolfer

I would be interested in opinions as well. Also, Kenwood has the music keg but only up to 20 gigs. I'm waiting a while but will go with the SSI car jukebox.

ScottC

Here is someones opinion: https://my350z.com/forum/showthread....i&pagenumber=1

I cant find it again yet, but someone wrote that the NEO wasnt very good. I'm still looking for the post.

ScottC

Here it is: https://my350z.com/forum/showthread....&highlight=Neo

Maybe a 6 disk MP3 player is the way to go? The hard drive thing really sounds easy though.

AndyB

Allegedly the best mp3 player is the iPod, but it is VERY expensive compared to the competition.

I got the Archos Jukebox for Christmas and I love it. I got the 15 GB model and will hold about 250 CDs with good sound quality. (You can record at different quality levels so your mileage may vary). You can buy the archos with higher sotrage.

Some guys hot rod them. Since it uses a standard laptop hard drive you can upgrade to any size you want.

Check em out. I think they are under $300 these days.

ScottC

Problem with these is I am looking for one that can be hard wired or RCA into the existing stereo. I dont want to use batteries or a lighter adapter. I also want to place it under the seat (or another conspicuious place, and use the remote etc.

350z-to-be

The Ipod is definitely worth the money, IMHO. I've got the 20GB model with 2,900 songs on it so far. Got room for another 1,100 at 160 Kbps.
If you rip to MP3 at 128 Kbps you can fit over 5200 songs, or 520 CD's onto it. (http://www.apple.com/ipod/)

I'm planning on modding my empty NAV "hole" with a slide in power dock and 1/4" RCA hookup to the stereo.
Plug n' Play at its finest while maintaining the portability.

The thing is the size of a deck of cards!

AndyB

The Archos came with an adapter to go from the earphone output to RCA jacks. It can also be powered off of a 12V adapter.

They also make a corded remote for it. 8*)


Just trying to help.

still logicz

Hey 350z-to-be, how can i install the ipod in my z? Any info?

350z-to-be

You can get the same gear AndyB was talking about to hook it.
Monster sells the cables, and several companies make the cigarette lighter chargers.
Try http://ipodlounge.com

I'm planning to make my own system that incorporates the cables and the power behind the dash, maybe put a little brushed aluminum trim around it.

I'll post some pics when its finished. But I won't be for a while...

still logicz

Hmm, is there any way to hard wire the 12v battery charger???? I'm a fantatic about these clean installs...

MacGuru

Not allegedly... IT IS THE BEST!

Shift_apple

MacGuru

Great iPod link.
Thanks. -m

dealcatcher

I review and installed the Dension DMP3 in my 350Z. Check out the review. I will have some pictures very soon.

http://www.dealcatcher.com/dension.asp

ScottC

That sounds good. Thanks!

ZGolfer

ScottC,

I just found this site.
http://www.carplayer.com/2003
I think the product is new and looks great. Just another choice. I'm leaning towards this if I can confirm its as good as it seems.

mysteriumZ

well did you guys see the new neuros mp3 player? it'lll have both hard drive and flash memories. The best part of this thing is that it can brocast your mp3 on any fm stereo, and it also can record and identify songs from fm. the price is cheaper than the ipod. 400 bucks for the 20 G. and 250 for the one with 128 flash. both of them have the same control unit, but different memory. you can always upgrade with a 20 G dish.
www.neurosaudio.com

ScottC

Wow, this might be just the thing for my empty Nav hole. Thanks ZGolfer.