Good video. It amazes me that manufacturers do not understand the value of a actual rotating knob. There will never be a time when a volume KNOB is not a superior control than ANYTHING else. Make your customers happy, bring back knobs!!! ;) They should at least offer a blue tooth knob. One you could mount anywhere you wanted and connected via blue tooth. This would be the perfect compromise.
I’m with you man, the knob is so much more practical than tiny little up and down buttons to find while you’re driving. I bought my last last kenwood doubledin in part just because it had a knob
it would mess with the pure screen factor of the screen but a wireless knob or using steering wheel controls from the wheel or even doing what the new mustang mach e does with the knob over the screen would be possible
@@trucavalier haha not that its funny but man i know you were heeaated. Especially when you first turn the car on and just starts blasting aw man. I wish they had a setting that automatically resets the volume to like 5 or something whenever you restart the car.
Nah man. 1300$ as is. A volume knob would make this like 2000$. We give you reason to upgrade next year. so JR can read another script. But seriously. Especially in a system where the unit is up top. How is someone going to reach those buttons? I'm 6'4" with long arms, and even I struggle with front buttons sometimes. Knob is quick. Having to keep tapping a button sucks. Not every single car has steering wheel controls.
Man, this is GOOD. It’s basically the pioneer NEX that pioneer wish they could make. I’d love to see a standard non floating dual din model of this one.
wt8600nex owner here, no complaints on performance and wireless carplay works flawlessly. Happy to see Sony joining the OEM+ looking display, but lets shrink those bezels for the love of God.
@@a1ansxe how were you blessed with a unit that doesn’t suck? I don’t mean to sound harsh but it was a terrible experience for me and finding many others on the forums reporting the same issues had me ripping it out of the dash and just selling it in a hurry. Phone calls sounded weird and robotic, Siri responses were weird and deranged, wireless CarPlay range was very flaky. Some days it worked with my phone in my left pocket, some days I had to set my phone right next to the stereo.
@@stevey500 That sounds horrible! The wireless range is shit but as long as its in the cab I haven’t had an issue. All the other issues you mentioned are also non existent for me, that both on the original firmware, and the most recent that i updated to about 3weeks ago. I guess I should count my blessings.
Small correction if i may: LDAC is a codec that's used for streaming audio at higher res VIA bluetooth. Its a tech designed by Sony that allows streaming at 990Kbps (can do 330,660 and 990) so triple the usual MP3 bit rate of 320Kbps. Compared to SBC (which is what most Media Receivers use) the bit rate is superior and the sample rate is doubled. BUT that means almost nothing if the speakers that are hooked up to the system are sub par off the shelf OEM cans.
I have the Xav-8000 and it was a good unit but this one is the way to go definitely, capacitive screen and usb-c + Bluetooth phone connection to android and iOS these are the main features of any car units in this time.
This seems like the perfect radio for me so i picked it up. I own a 2020 Toyota Corolla with all aftermarket speakers, 2 very powerful skar ZVX-12s, and both a amp for the speakers and the subs, and 2 batteries. All i need is a strong signal and equalization of the audio. I’ll update after installation.
With his list of goodies he'll want a separate DSP. Audio Control or Rockford DSP's. What I'm wondering how much dynamat have you soaked in your car? Being 2020 it's tight now but, with Skars monster subs(if they are in a proper slot ported box) will create massive wavelengths. Doors, quarters and roof will all be flexing. Not to mention the deck lid. Every panel that vibrates your loosing SQ and DB's. One last thing 2 limitless lithium? How many hours? Did you upgrade your alternator as well that Toyota with an enormous amount of electronics help running the engine, all sensors, safety systems HD lights, that pulls a ton of amperage. Your handicapping your system and compromised your cars ability to run properly. I've been a auto collision body and painter for 31yrs also a car audio installer on the side since I was 18. I'm 50. Giving you knowledge I didn't have when I started. I currently have 2 -18" Skar EVL's in a custom built (by me) 8.2 cu.ft box in a Yukon Denali tuned to 32hz. Fosgate mids and highs front to rear. Sony 7" HD head unit. 152.89 on less than 3.5k total rms on subs. Custom panels melding everything together to make it look like it was supposed to be there. I love Sony, but to many no's for me on that head unit. There is Zero chance that floating screen will stay on when I get over the 149 mark. I'm like most people...still knobs. I use my steering controls.
GREAT review! Always wanted a Sony ES something in my car since I heard it in a decked out Maxima in the 90's. I've NEVER heard sound quality like that so if I get the RAV4 daily driver, Crutchfield will be my next stop.
I understand the quality of the audio in this product, and their emphasis for sound quality, but the fact this isn’t a multimedia unit is a bit disappointing. Considering this is Sony’s only maestro idatalink compatible head unit, the exclusion of an hdmi input and multimedia is a bummer.
Ah man, I remember that CDX-C780! I had the CDX-C760 (bought from crutchfield). And man was that head unit good. I remember the wired remote that came with it. I *loved* that thing. LOVED it. And here I am 24 years later and looking a new ES. Great mention of those old ones. Glad we made it through the X-Plod era. Those original ES range was so good and we were like…. WTF happened?!
the thing is, most of new cars don't even have the possibility of installing a aftermarket stereo like this because modern cars don't have the proper bay for the stereo. Simply car makers nowadays designs the dashboards with everything integrated and there is no option to buy the car without the factory infotainment system.
@@andrewjarvis7777 I didn’t say I’d want no bezels at all. Some EV car manufacturers already have screens with very slim bezels. It makes it look more attractive by 500% than a unit that has large unsightly bezels
@@grandcalifornia8410 stock yeah, as part of an expensive vehicle, but no stand alone aftermarket HU will have slim bezels yet it's just too expensive, they'd have to price them at a point no one would buy
So the way I understand it is that Optical is digital, if you were to connect your phone (Digital) to the Head Unit (Digital) then again to the DSP which will convert the digital signal to Analog (RCAs) wont be any different than just connect your phone directly to the DSP through type C to toslink. When buying these high end Head Units you're paying a good chunk of it for the DAC built in, which I believe to be better than what most DSPs have inside of them.
@@Joe020man It all depends on your specific vehicle and system setup. There are some specific modern vehicles such as a few certain BMW's and Audi's that are known to have EMI and/or RFI inducted noise issues when trying to install an aftermarket car audio system. It's also a problem in classic and muscle cars that have a very high output ignition spark system. In these systems, it's a huge advantage to have a digital optical output that is isolated from the electrical system of the vehicle, which eliminates ground loops and inducted noise. If you are going to use an outboard standalone DSP, a digital optical output is also desirable because it again mitigates inducted noise issues and ground loops, but also eliminates extra and unnecessary analog-to-digital & digital-to-analog conversions in the signal chain. In this case, Less is More. This Sony mobile ES head unit is one of the first with a fully Independent Left & Right GEQ or PEQ in the DSP section's network mode. This is extremely important if you want to achieve a realistic and balanced soundstage that floats way above your dash in your vehicle with lifelike tonality and realism. So if you are not going to use a separate DSP, the high quality ESS Sabre DAC in this Sony Mobile ES head unit is among the best on the market, even when compared to high end home audio equipment, and at this point in time, no other head unit has this INDEPENDENT Left & Right EQ functionality.
@@cesarcervantes5840 Sorry Cesar, but you are incorrect. Yes, you can get "Hi-Res" 2-channel (stereo) digital audio via a Digital OPTICAL connection/cable, which includes Toslink Optical Cables using the Sony/Philips-developed S/PDIF protocol. "Hi-Res" is generally defined as any digital stereo (2 channel) audio signal that provides a higher Sample Rate and/or greater Wordclock Bit Depth as compared to the Redbook CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz. So even 24-bit/48kHz is considered "Hi-Res". A Digital Optical TOSlink cable (Toshiba-Link) using the industry standard S/PDIF protocol has a data rate of 125 megabits per second (Mbps) to 1.2 gigabits per second (Gbps). This bandwidth easily allows for the transmission of 2-channel Stereo at up to 24-bit at 96kHz sample rates. And FYI, the vast majority of recording studios and pop music is still produced at no higher than 24 bits at 96kHz sample rates, and often multi-tracks are just 24/48 to conserve CPU power and storage space during the mixing process. Using the same Optical "TOSlink" cable, but with the "ADAT Lightpipe" protocol, this same Optical cable can transmit 4 Channels of Digital Audio at 24 bits at 96kHz, or 2 channels at 24 bits & 192kHz. I actually do this Every Day in my home recording studio (I play drums/percussion & Saxophone) when recording using my MOTU 8Pre-ES USB/Thunderbolt audio recording interface connected to my computer and the PreSonus Studio One DAW/recording software. I also connect this MOTU 24/192 8-channel recording interface to an additional separate outboard 8-channel microphone Preamp/ADC unit (the Audient ASP-880) using a single Optical ADAT connection (the exact same cable & connectors as an Optical TOSlink cable) to add 8 More Channels of Uncompressed digital PCM audio recording at 24 bit resolution & 48kHz sample rates, or 4 channels at 24 bits & 96kHz sample rates. ALL over a Single OPTICAL Cable. Again, in the Recording Industry, "Hi-Res" is generally regarded as anything higher than the Redbook CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz. Please refrain from posting misleading information if you do not know the facts.
just got mine installed. test run, it works lol. man lemme tell you the screen is SO nice (responsiveness). 100% like ipad. plastic cover still on it and all my trim is still off gotta go get my amps and sub installed tomorrow
@@Zebooty by far the best one made by Sony, there are competitors that make better models with volume knobs But my only issue is, they’re not made by Sony
I just looked up the price of my oem radio head unit for my 2022 rav4 trd. I was shocked it was over 3000 dollars and it’s kind of crap. It’s slow, small and while it has knobs, it doesn’t look like it would cost more than 1000 dollars. Well I ordered a new Sony 9500 es, got it for around 900 after taxes. Looking forward to replacing it.
This unit is so close for me but why doesn’t it also have wired Apple car play? Is there an attachment I can put on to get wired Apple car play? I want someone in the passenger seat to be able to play their music and use their Apple Maps from the getgo I just am nervous that the wireless CarPlay wouldn’t work always and potentially be a little slow
Hi Niko, there is no option to add wired Carplay to this model. We do have other models that do support both wired and wireless Apple CarPlay. What other features do you need? What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle?
I have this in my 2011 Chevy tahoe ltz, and when I make calls, the person I call their voice is so loud it clips and scratches, so it's hard to understand what they are saying any ideas
I was wondering if this and other floating displays like this could have the screen mounted lower, ie the mounting brackets at the top point of the screen then the bottom. I have a 94 civic and the floating displays would block my climate control, while I have endless space below.
The larger screen options like this one offer around a 2" adjustment up or down. This one offers height up/down +/- 2.375". Have you considering a smaller screen that fits inside the dash instead?
The Sony XAV-9500ES does support the use of nav apps via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is also equipped with 3 composite video camera inputs for connecting multiple cameras (including a rearview and front camera - sold separately). You can manually select and switch between the camera images on the 10.1" monitor (only one camera image can display at a time).
I don't understand much of how these systems work and I have a question. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can help. My car has volume controls on the steering. If install this will those controls still be useful?
We actually carry installation kits that are car specific and we can retain the steering wheel controls in most cars. A wiring harness is required for that. What's the year, make, and model of your car? We can show you what's required to get that Sony installed!
@MI6 Rogue The separate iDataLink Maestro RR interface kit retains all of your OEM steering wheel controls and adds additional long press stereo control functions for each button if you want them. For instance, I assigned both the the up-and-down volume buttons to activate the MUTE function when they are long pressed. You can assign each steering wheel control button to activate any function that you want for both a short press and a long press of each button.
This is over a two-year-old video. The stereo is still for sale and displayed on the Sony website. How often does Sony refresh its products? I am considering buying the product but I think they are going to make a new product with thinner bezels.
I have watched your video more than five times in the past year. I am trying to convince myself that the bezels are not a big deal, however, I can't seem to pass around it, and here I am, watching the video once again.
This Sony unit is a replacement radio for a vehicle. It does not have any built-in speakers. It does have a 4 channel amp built in as well as preamp outputs that allow amps to be used to power the speakers.
Sony is the only company that is adding in anti-glare tech to their displays instead of solely relying on the screen type to help reduce glare. They do make another model with similar abilities that has a lower price than the one in the video. It is the XAV-AX8100 model found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_158XAV8100/item.html
The Alpine iLX-507 receiver is very similar to this Sony with a smaller screen, still offers the charging ability, and can fit into the 2014 Toyota Corollas. It can be found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_500ILX507/item.html
@dentoish that will be for reverse camera....my android unit has a 2nd input for front camera....you come out of reverse and it shows the front camera for 5 seconds....very handy when parking in a tight spot 😉
@@crutchfield @what's dave done Yes, It does have 3 camera inputs. HOWEVER, they are still Composite Video inputs from 1980's, LOL. :-/ Hellooo SONY, it's 2021and there's this thing called HD video and even UHD video that works via an HDMI interface, Yo! And not that this is a "bad" screen, but our smartphones have higher resolutions than this display, AND they are much smaller, so there's that as well. Oh, the new Kenwood XR 10.1" has 4 Camera inputs.
Biggest problem here is that a Teyes CC3 blows this thing out of existance in more or less every category, the sound quality might not be as good (hard to prove really) but still very decent, and all for around 500 dollars... having watched alot of different reviews on the Teyes, i would without a doubt consider it way more than this Sony with its 1300 Dollar price point...
I’ve seriously been thinking of purchasing the Teyes CC3 for my car since it has all the goodies for a fraction of the cost of the offerings from Kenwood or Sony.
The Teyes at the end of the day is a cheap android unit with virtually no customer support. I'm in the process of attempting to return mine because the replacement dash panels they supplied me don't fit my vehicle at all. There's no way they even tried test fitting these things before putting them up for sale. The lack of physical buttons also turned out to be more annoying than I was anticipating while rolling around with my loose replacement panels. You get what you pay for.
@@murffly sad to hear! In my case I finaly went with a Xtrons model that suits my car. I'm happy with it but it is a bit laggy for the price I paid... but I still think that the Sony is way overpriced.
Nice informative video sir. Read my mind on the issues I wanted answering. A little annoyed that I cannot get it in the UK yet. However: can it handle right hand drive wheel controls? If so I could import one!
We recommend checking for steering wheel radio control interfaces that work with your vehicle and Sony radios. If you can find such an interface, then you should be able to keep those controls working with this radio
@Joe's Junk Do any of those Android head units have the latest High-End ESS Sabre DAC that is only in the latest and greatest and VERY Expensive home audiophile DACs? Do they also have a Full Independent Left & Right DSP/PEQ. Right now you would have to buy a separate standalone DSP to get this, and it's very important if you want to achieve audiophile sound with a truly lifelike Soundstage in a vehicle. No other head unit at any price has this yet! It also has a high-quality HD *Bonded-Glass* Capacitive Touch Display, not some generic $15 unknown quality resistive display taken off of some stockroom shelf that might die in 6 months! It also has High-End Electrical Audio Components in the signal path. You CANNOT judge a book by its cover! SMDH If you don't want or need these advanced features or this level of quality, that's fine. But you're not going to get another head unit with this level of quality and features without without paying for it! But YES, I would like this to have a Digital Output, either coaxial or optical. Every previous Sony Mobile ES head unit has had one.. And I want a Volume Knob within the confines of those large bezels. SMDH
@@theejoeylee Not all android head units have a Capacitive touchscreen. You're making a blanket statement. And NONE that I've purchased or seen in the last year have an *Optically Bonded* HD touch screen. When you see this in real life you'll immediately recognize and appreciate the difference in quality! And yes, of course, if you want to use a standalone DSP then the DAC in the head unit doesn't (theoretically) matter when connected via digital coaxial or optical. And it's definitely an advantage to use a Digital Optical connection to eliminate EMI and RFI inducted noise and ground loops, as well as eliminate the extra and unnecessary analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion steps. HOWEVER, you cannot play your Hi-Res DSD files bit-perfect and *natively* via a Digital Optical connection. DSD must first be converted to PCM in what is called "DOP" (DSD Over PCM) in order to be sent via a digital connection. If you want to play your DSD files natively in a continuous uninterupted bitstream as intended, you must use the Analog Output from the DAC into your DSP or amplifiers. *Having said all this, Sony's Target Market for this head unit is for those that Do Not want to deal with a separate outboard DSP unit, or to have to tune/adjust it outside of the head unit's built-in touchscreen GUI. It's designed as the ultimate All-In-One head unit* This is not the same Mobile ES line of yesteryear. The market has changed, and Sony has changed with it. Just look at the pricing of Sony's new Flagship Mobile ES 2-way component set...it's completely affordable, not Focal Utopia, Dynaudio, or Morel Elate/Supremo pricing, but just $299. And while this Sony head unit is expensive, it's price is completely in line with its other 10.1" high end flagship competitors, especially given its unique standout features. And this head unit contains a very powerful DSP that includes independent left and right graphic or parametric EQ, along with the other common DSP features which makes it powerful enough to satisfy nearly any enthusiast that wants to match it with Sony's Mobile ES components and subwoofer. Of course, that's not going to satisfy the hardcore sound quality enthusiast or competitors out there. But realistically you've got to understand that is probably less than 1% of Sony's market for these stereos! So this head unit wasn't really made to compete with the plethora of Android head units. If you want or need to use a Digital Output and a particular Android head unit has one, along with the other features you desire, then it's the obvious choice, go for it. BUT, food for thought: 95% of the professional car audio Sound Quality world champion level competitors had tested both the Digital Output AND the Analog Output from the former ESS Sabre DAC in the previous Sony RSX-GS9 Flagship head unit and determined that it actually sounded better using its DAC's ANALOG Output directly into the Analog Inputs of their High-End Helix, Brax, Zapco, and Gladen/Mosconi Aerospace DSPs. And these SQ competitions judge for the noise floor of the system as well, and there was no advantage using the Optical output in that regard either. So there's that. ;)
@@bbfoto7248 Sq in a car is a joke . especially when moving. Each to their own. For me, I'm a driver for a living, I just need alot of screen area, to run my work app and Google maps, while my phone is untethered and free to use for phone calls. Flac files are fine for me. Also in my old honda, and chipset is better than the garbage oem radio that came with it. ...oh and having a BIG high res reverse cam screen is nice...i back up alot in Unknown places. Plus im middle aged and have bills and a budget. If i put some SQ name brand crap in my car my family would freak out on such a Ridiculous purchase, plus its a target for thieves.
Hello! Can you help me with a solution for fitting a head unit into a Volvo V40 2014 dashboard? Could be a Sony XAVAX 8150 or XAV 9500ES, or similar product. Thank you,
Hi Petru, thanks for reaching out. Sorry, we have not researched your vehicle, so we have no fit info or installation items for it. Checking with a local installer would be a good way to find out about replacing the radio.
We don't currently offer a kit to fit this model or other floating screen options in your Yaris. If you'd like help choosing another option, please let us know.
We offer a couple receivers that we can get installed into your Yaris. The model that is the closest to the Sony shown in the video can be found here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_130DMC5700/item.html
Im not very knowledgeable about car audio.......Does the EQ, crossover, ect control work through the rca cables too. I have it in my Crutchfeild shopping cart now, but I'm trying to decide on what amps to buy. If I can customize the sound before the amp, it seems I can save some money on amps.
Hi, Kirk, and thanks for reaching out! The microphone for that Sony unit is external and is included in the box. It has a 12' cable for routing. If we can help with other questions, feel free to reach out any time!
They shown an ESS Sabre ES9080Q DAC being installed into this receiver. We do not recognize what you mean when you ask about network mode, but we do know that it is the one being used to decode all the digital audio this receiver has been built to decode from the sources like its USB input, WiFi for smartphone interface, etc..
@@crutchfield thanks for getting back to me. Network mode allows you to have active instead of passive for speakers. It also usually allows you to run the rear channels as subs. I’m looking for a head unit that has 24bd slopes. I usually run Pioneer but I like this head unit. It would be going in my 03 F250 Diesel so I think it’s great fit for how I want it mounted and screen size.
This receiver does have preamp outputs so you can use external amplification for the speakers/subs that you install into your vehicle. The crossover slopes can be even steeper sloped than a 24dB but you can set it to that. You can find all those slope options and a lot more about it on our web page for it: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_158XAV9500/item.html
@@crutchfield 2008 Chevy cobalt. Has 50k miles on it and has been garaged for a long time(no rust).Great starter car, and for the most part it’s easy to mod :)
We could make the wiring work! But, we do not have a way to mount this radio in the dash. Our kit does not have a way to hold onto the chassis of this radio so it stays in place. We could wire it in, but cannot mount it in place. You might check with a custom installer to see if they could make a mounting kit for it.
@@crutchfield Gotcha! Thanks for responding! I’m actually amazed you guys take the time to respond to comments! Is there a more affordable radio that you would recommend for my car? I’m looking for something that has wireless CarPlay. An elevated screen is really cool, but I know those are definitely more expensive.
It looks like there are eight versions of the audio system in the 2008 Cobalt, but fit doesn't appear to be a major issue. To make sure we're working with the correct audio system and the right installation gear, I recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone or chat to discuss the vehicle's details. We can get a nice option for you! Check us out here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc313/support/ContactUs.aspx
I'm pretty sure LDAC is not "better" than bluetooth since it uses bluetooth to communicate they both aren't the same thing. Think of LDAC as a "mode" that bluetooth can operates in. I'm kind of surprised this came out of an official youtube channel of Crutchfield tbh. That is at least if I am correct...
LDAC is bluetooth but it transfers WAYY more data in the same period of time therefore it can send lossless signals without compressing audio unlike normal bluetooth signals.
The monitor does not move after being installed. During the installation, it can tilt up/down(+/- 10 degrees, be moved forward/backward +/- 0.75" (changes how close the screen is to the dash), move vertically up/down +/- 2.375", and lateral left/right +/- 1.0" to help find the optimal installation location for the vehicle its going into.
I'd consider one of these for a 2007 Passat B6, but I don't want to lose use of the steering wheel controls. Likewise I'd want to have the screen removable for when I park up. Do you know if the above is possible with this car?
The Sony XAV-9500ES does not have a detachable face; but, we do have interface options you can use to maintain the factory Steering Wheel Controls with it. You can view those options via our online selector here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/car/carselector.aspx?lp=%2fcar%2foutfitmycar%2fmycar.aspx
We need to know the key details about your specific Silverado. With a lot of vehicles an install interface is available to keep those features. Use our Vehicle Guide in the link below to enter your truck's details, select the Sony XAV-9500ES radio, and we will list all available installation packages and retained features. If you have any questions or need help selecting the right install package for you, do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-309-2795 and a live Advisor would be happy to help! www.crutchfield.com/m_266150/Car-Stereos.html
Hi Benjamin, thanks for reaching out. We cannot ship to you there in Ghana; but, you may want to try Sony directly for help finding a local dealer: www.sony.com/gh
Some of the Alpine Halo receivers can be installed into your Pathfinder: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/shopsearch/alpine_halo.html?fa=1#&nvpair=FFCategory|[rank266150]Car%20Stereos
Good video. It amazes me that manufacturers do not understand the value of a actual rotating knob. There will never be a time when a volume KNOB is not a superior control than ANYTHING else. Make your customers happy, bring back knobs!!! ;) They should at least offer a blue tooth knob. One you could mount anywhere you wanted and connected via blue tooth. This would be the perfect compromise.
I’m with you man, the knob is so much more practical than tiny little up and down buttons to find while you’re driving. I bought my last last kenwood doubledin in part just because it had a knob
it would mess with the pure screen factor of the screen but a wireless knob or using steering wheel controls from the wheel or even doing what the new mustang mach e does with the knob over the screen would be possible
Agreed, ironically the cheapest Sony, the XAV-AX100 (or 1000) has a knob and it's brilliant.
You should make one and make a killing off it
seriously.. with bezels that big you would think they could put that in.
With those bezels they could easily fit a volume knob and normal buttons for backward/forward, this would make it perfect.
Volume knob is a must for me.
@@JP-it9ie 100%. When a good song comes on its a better feeling turning it up with a knob rather than press and hold or press press press.
Yup each press can be exponential :) I had a press volume freeze at 47 out of 50 :(
@@trucavalier haha not that its funny but man i know you were heeaated. Especially when you first turn the car on and just starts blasting aw man. I wish they had a setting that automatically resets the volume to like 5 or something whenever you restart the car.
Nah man. 1300$ as is. A volume knob would make this like 2000$.
We give you reason to upgrade next year. so JR can read another script.
But seriously. Especially in a system where the unit is up top. How is someone going to reach those buttons? I'm 6'4" with long arms, and even I struggle with front buttons sometimes.
Knob is quick. Having to keep tapping a button sucks. Not every single car has steering wheel controls.
Man, this is GOOD. It’s basically the pioneer NEX that pioneer wish they could make.
I’d love to see a standard non floating dual din model of this one.
Pioneer Nex wishes they could include wireless CarPlay 😂
@@thekidblack111 they do. Their software is actually super good, the processor is just so under powered and underwhelming
wt8600nex owner here, no complaints on performance and wireless carplay works flawlessly. Happy to see Sony joining the OEM+ looking display, but lets shrink those bezels for the love of God.
@@a1ansxe how were you blessed with a unit that doesn’t suck? I don’t mean to sound harsh but it was a terrible experience for me and finding many others on the forums reporting the same issues had me ripping it out of the dash and just selling it in a hurry. Phone calls sounded weird and robotic, Siri responses were weird and deranged, wireless CarPlay range was very flaky. Some days it worked with my phone in my left pocket, some days I had to set my phone right next to the stereo.
@@stevey500 That sounds horrible! The wireless range is shit but as long as its in the cab I haven’t had an issue. All the other issues you mentioned are also non existent for me, that both on the original firmware, and the most recent that i updated to about 3weeks ago. I guess I should count my blessings.
Small correction if i may: LDAC is a codec that's used for streaming audio at higher res VIA bluetooth. Its a tech designed by Sony that allows streaming at 990Kbps (can do 330,660 and 990) so triple the usual MP3 bit rate of 320Kbps. Compared to SBC (which is what most Media Receivers use) the bit rate is superior and the sample rate is doubled. BUT that means almost nothing if the speakers that are hooked up to the system are sub par off the shelf OEM cans.
Good catch .... Our presenter is clueless.
This is a great product overview. Very clear and to the point about all the important stuff. Great job guys.
Not everything. Left out the brightness of the screen while sun is shinning on it.
I have the Xav-8000 and it was a good unit but this one is the way to go definitely, capacitive screen and usb-c + Bluetooth phone connection to android and iOS these are the main features of any car units in this time.
After watching this I'm somehow more excited for the older ax8100 now
Installed mine today. And let me say this thing is awesome.
Did u have a problem with gps antenna dropping signal?
That's a crazy amount of bezel considering the hardware's in the unit behind the screen.
Right! We love that they didn't waste materials to make the chassis bigger than it needs to be to house all the hardware
@@crutchfield i think you misunderstood lol
Sony gets an L for how larger those Bezels are, Wow!
Yeah reminds of alpine's "halo" line up.
Could have easily fit a volume knob in that bezel space, too. :(
Yes lol
I was actually thinking about that. This unit other than that is almost perfect!
This seems like the perfect radio for me so i picked it up. I own a 2020 Toyota Corolla with all aftermarket speakers, 2 very powerful skar ZVX-12s, and both a amp for the speakers and the subs, and 2 batteries. All i need is a strong signal and equalization of the audio. I’ll update after installation.
Wouldn't the head unit itself handle the sound adjustment and control?
With his list of goodies he'll want a separate DSP. Audio Control or Rockford DSP's. What I'm wondering how much dynamat have you soaked in your car? Being 2020 it's tight now but, with Skars monster subs(if they are in a proper slot ported box) will create massive wavelengths. Doors, quarters and roof will all be flexing. Not to mention the deck lid. Every panel that vibrates your loosing SQ and DB's. One last thing 2 limitless lithium? How many hours? Did you upgrade your alternator as well that Toyota with an enormous amount of electronics help running the engine, all sensors, safety systems HD lights, that pulls a ton of amperage. Your handicapping your system and compromised your cars ability to run properly. I've been a auto collision body and painter for 31yrs also a car audio installer on the side since I was 18. I'm 50. Giving you knowledge I didn't have when I started. I currently have 2 -18" Skar EVL's in a custom built (by me) 8.2 cu.ft box in a Yukon Denali tuned to 32hz. Fosgate mids and highs front to rear. Sony 7" HD head unit. 152.89 on less than 3.5k total rms on subs. Custom panels melding everything together to make it look like it was supposed to be there.
I love Sony, but to many no's for me on that head unit. There is Zero chance that floating screen will stay on when I get over the 149 mark. I'm like most people...still knobs. I use my steering controls.
@@tangomantactical I'm sorry man but you think too much.
How'd it go?
How’s it going? Thinking about picking it up in Japan.
I bought a Sony ES A/V receiver in the early 90s & I always thought it meant "Esoteric Series".
GREAT review! Always wanted a Sony ES something in my car since I heard it in a decked out Maxima in the 90's. I've NEVER heard sound quality like that so if I get the RAV4 daily driver, Crutchfield will be my next stop.
Excited for you!
Did you do it I just got a Rav4
Get that RAV4 Prime, baby! Plug-in hybrid is the way to go.
I understand the quality of the audio in this product, and their emphasis for sound quality, but the fact this isn’t a multimedia unit is a bit disappointing. Considering this is Sony’s only maestro idatalink compatible head unit, the exclusion of an hdmi input and multimedia is a bummer.
+1 .. Agreed. .. Fancy EQ, big deal. . Where is the DSP ala time alignment, et cetera?
Ah man, I remember that CDX-C780! I had the CDX-C760 (bought from crutchfield). And man was that head unit good. I remember the wired remote that came with it. I *loved* that thing. LOVED it. And here I am 24 years later and looking a new ES. Great mention of those old ones. Glad we made it through the X-Plod era. Those original ES range was so good and we were like…. WTF happened?!
Yes, their ES gear is fantastic! 🙂
the thing is, most of new cars don't even have the possibility of installing a aftermarket stereo like this because modern cars don't have the proper bay for the stereo. Simply car makers nowadays designs the dashboards with everything integrated and there is no option to buy the car without the factory infotainment system.
Just hooked this up in my car and it is a very big difference!
That's great! 🙂
I like that the USB-C is recessed in the back.
Sony: makes a really sleek looking head unit
Also Sony: slaps massive bezels and ruins everything
you're not gonna find a HU like this with this screen without bezels like those ain't happening
@@andrewjarvis7777 I didn’t say I’d want no bezels at all. Some EV car manufacturers already have screens with very slim bezels. It makes it look more attractive by 500% than a unit that has large unsightly bezels
@@grandcalifornia8410 stock yeah, as part of an expensive vehicle, but no stand alone aftermarket HU will have slim bezels yet it's just too expensive, they'd have to price them at a point no one would buy
This was a fantastic review. I'll be subscribing now. There was no irrelevant information included and you cut straight to the point. Good stuff.
Still no optical / digital output. All the major DSP's support it, why don't more "high end" head units have them?
So the way I understand it is that Optical is digital, if you were to connect your phone (Digital) to the Head Unit (Digital) then again to the DSP which will convert the digital signal to Analog (RCAs) wont be any different than just connect your phone directly to the DSP through type C to toslink. When buying these high end Head Units you're paying a good chunk of it for the DAC built in, which I believe to be better than what most DSPs have inside of them.
@@Joe020man
It all depends on your specific vehicle and system setup. There are some specific modern vehicles such as a few certain BMW's and Audi's that are known to have EMI and/or RFI inducted noise issues when trying to install an aftermarket car audio system. It's also a problem in classic and muscle cars that have a very high output ignition spark system.
In these systems, it's a huge advantage to have a digital optical output that is isolated from the electrical system of the vehicle, which eliminates ground loops and inducted noise.
If you are going to use an outboard standalone DSP, a digital optical output is also desirable because it again mitigates inducted noise issues and ground loops, but also eliminates extra and unnecessary analog-to-digital & digital-to-analog conversions in the signal chain. In this case, Less is More.
This Sony mobile ES head unit is one of the first with a fully Independent Left & Right GEQ or PEQ in the DSP section's network mode. This is extremely important if you want to achieve a realistic and balanced soundstage that floats way above your dash in your vehicle with lifelike tonality and realism.
So if you are not going to use a separate DSP, the high quality ESS Sabre DAC in this Sony Mobile ES head unit is among the best on the market, even when compared to high end home audio equipment, and at this point in time, no other head unit has this INDEPENDENT Left & Right EQ functionality.
You don’t get hi-res audio with optical
@@cesarcervantes5840
Sorry Cesar, but you are incorrect. Yes, you can get "Hi-Res" 2-channel (stereo) digital audio via a Digital OPTICAL connection/cable, which includes Toslink Optical Cables using the Sony/Philips-developed S/PDIF protocol.
"Hi-Res" is generally defined as any digital stereo (2 channel) audio signal that provides a higher Sample Rate and/or greater Wordclock Bit Depth as compared to the Redbook CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz. So even 24-bit/48kHz is considered "Hi-Res".
A Digital Optical TOSlink cable (Toshiba-Link) using the industry standard S/PDIF protocol has a data rate of 125 megabits per second (Mbps) to 1.2 gigabits per second (Gbps). This bandwidth easily allows for the transmission of 2-channel Stereo at up to 24-bit at 96kHz sample rates. And FYI, the vast majority of recording studios and pop music is still produced at no higher than 24 bits at 96kHz sample rates, and often multi-tracks are just 24/48 to conserve CPU power and storage space during the mixing process.
Using the same Optical "TOSlink" cable, but with the "ADAT Lightpipe" protocol, this same Optical cable can transmit 4 Channels of Digital Audio at 24 bits at 96kHz, or 2 channels at 24 bits & 192kHz.
I actually do this Every Day in my home recording studio (I play drums/percussion & Saxophone) when recording using my MOTU 8Pre-ES USB/Thunderbolt audio recording interface connected to my computer and the PreSonus Studio One DAW/recording software.
I also connect this MOTU 24/192 8-channel recording interface to an additional separate outboard 8-channel microphone Preamp/ADC unit (the Audient ASP-880) using a single Optical ADAT connection (the exact same cable & connectors as an Optical TOSlink cable) to add 8 More Channels of Uncompressed digital PCM audio recording at 24 bit resolution & 48kHz sample rates, or 4 channels at 24 bits & 96kHz sample rates. ALL over a Single OPTICAL Cable.
Again, in the Recording Industry, "Hi-Res" is generally regarded as anything higher than the Redbook CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz.
Please refrain from posting misleading information if you do not know the facts.
The screen should be detachable if it’s not so it could be stored in the glove box to deter thieves.
$1300 and no HDMI, no Android UI, no Vehicle in Motion. NO WAY
While your at it might as well just price it at $5000.
@@DataSpook Seems reasonable to expect those features for that much money plus those bezels are horrible
Sony is on crack 🤣🤣🤣
sony UI looks way better than the ugly android UI IMO. also, close to no one uses the hdmi features anyway
I’ll just buy an iPad and install it magnetically.
I fell in love with this stereo…I clicked on the link so I can purchase and the price popped up. I won’t be getting this stereo…😂😂😂
Remembering the names is more impressive than the radio itself. Lol
IDK, this Sony ES radio is extremely impressive!😍
I normally REALLY don't like the floating-screen look in a car because it looks aftermarket, but since this IS aftermarket, I'm totally OK with it!
Exactly! :-) And the audio performance advantages that the Sony XAV-9500ES provides are tough to beat!
Those bezels though. No go
Only thing missing is a integrated dash cam with recording in both front and rear
Chinese radio for $150 do it, while sony charges $1000 lol
It's taken the world so long to get to this point
just got mine installed. test run, it works lol. man lemme tell you the screen is SO nice (responsiveness). 100% like ipad. plastic cover still on it and all my trim is still off gotta go get my amps and sub installed tomorrow
Awesome! Let us know how you like the Sony XAV-9500ES's sound and subwoofer controls.
If I knew that the bass wouldn’t shake the display all out of whack, I’d be interested in buying one. But I feel it will be like my rear view mirror.
Does your radio shakes with bass if so you got a bigger problem than that this radios come with screws they don’t shake at all
@@frank-ciscoaveragegamer5694 possibly a ground issue?
I wished they'd start making these detachable.
If No s/pdif, and No coax…no hi-res sound to processor 🤷🏻♂️
High res 24/192 does not go over optical. Best you have over optical is 16/44. Look it up. Anyone running the GS9 knows this
@@russbalazs4020 not, optical is 24/96, coax 24/192. 16/44,1 is 💿 and rca. 16/48 in CarPlay audio.
looks great! it reminds me Sony tablet series.... amazing design!
Nice. But I suspect it will be expensive when compared to other aftermarket Android car stereo setup in this form factor
Sony Ax8100 is the best. It has a hdmi input with which we can attach any hdmi device like firestick, android box etc
Nice choice!
Seem resaonable priced, let me just sell my kidney
When will the volume knob come back?
Purchased the harnesses and maestro unit today, thank you for the help, but I was able to find this Sony 9500es for around 800 new on eBay 😅
I like the Sony interface 👍
So basically Sony mounted a tablet onto a single din radio. Nice
It has everything i've been looking for in the sony range, ahh not sold in UK. Makes sense.
This is literally the 1st Android auto video that i clicked is it really that good?
@@Zebooty by far the best one made by Sony, there are competitors that make better models with volume knobs
But my only issue is, they’re not made by Sony
I just looked up the price of my oem radio head unit for my 2022 rav4 trd. I was shocked it was over 3000 dollars and it’s kind of crap. It’s slow, small and while it has knobs, it doesn’t look like it would cost more than 1000 dollars. Well I ordered a new Sony 9500 es, got it for around 900 after taxes. Looking forward to replacing it.
Great radio choice! Enjoy!
be nice if there was a pause / mute button on the top with the rest of the physical controls
You can actually customize what you want those top buttons to do--mute is one of the options!
i have this in my calibra, is perfect!!
I dont understand why al head units dont have a coax or optical output...
It would be nice if it had like an actual volume knob but everything else is really nice
This deck is about the same as my sundown zv5 sub in price now that’s crazy
LDAC is a bluetooth codec
For 1300 bucks I'm going to need HD radio with that
Looks great. If it had a volume knob I would be interested.
We do have other options with a knob Would you like help choosing?
Is there an aftermarket Radio that can take advantage of the 360 OEM camera that comes installed on my MG ZS EV 2023?. Thanks.
Sorry, we haven't researched that car so we have no fit information or installation items for it.
This unit is so close for me but why doesn’t it also have wired Apple car play?
Is there an attachment I can put on to get wired Apple car play?
I want someone in the passenger seat to be able to play their music and use their Apple Maps from the getgo
I just am nervous that the wireless CarPlay wouldn’t work always and potentially be a little slow
Hi Niko, there is no option to add wired Carplay to this model. We do have other models that do support both wired and wireless Apple CarPlay. What other features do you need? What is the year, make, and model of your vehicle?
So the screen just keeps sticking out like that?
Yes, this radio's screen will be visible and held outside the dash all the time.
@@crutchfield thank you kindly for clarifying 😊
You're welcome! If you need anything further, please let us know.
I have this in my 2011 Chevy tahoe ltz, and when I make calls, the person I call their voice is so loud it clips and scratches, so it's hard to understand what they are saying any ideas
Which model do you have?
I was wondering if this and other floating displays like this could have the screen mounted lower, ie the mounting brackets at the top point of the screen then the bottom. I have a 94 civic and the floating displays would block my climate control, while I have endless space below.
The larger screen options like this one offer around a 2" adjustment up or down. This one offers height up/down +/- 2.375". Have you considering a smaller screen that fits inside the dash instead?
Oct 14th that’s my Birthday…..discount is in order
I have a Boss screen that’s 10 inches. It’s not great, but it’s not terrible. It’s also a third of the price of this one.
Missing Web link ,screen mirroring would have been complete for the price of the product..please try to add the same..
Please charge your phone. This empty battery icon is giving me anxiety
Surprised you didn't mention availability of features such as reversing camera input and GPS
The Sony XAV-9500ES does support the use of nav apps via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is also equipped with 3 composite video camera inputs for connecting multiple cameras (including a rearview and front camera - sold separately). You can manually select and switch between the camera images on the 10.1" monitor (only one camera image can display at a time).
Wish this would work for my ford Ranger in Australia, needs to have the climate controller function (sync 2 headunit )
I don't understand much of how these systems work and I have a question. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can help. My car has volume controls on the steering. If install this will those controls still be useful?
We actually carry installation kits that are car specific and we can retain the steering wheel controls in most cars. A wiring harness is required for that. What's the year, make, and model of your car? We can show you what's required to get that Sony installed!
@MI6 Rogue
The separate iDataLink Maestro RR interface kit retains all of your OEM steering wheel controls and adds additional long press stereo control functions for each button if you want them. For instance, I assigned both the the up-and-down volume buttons to activate the MUTE function when they are long pressed. You can assign each steering wheel control button to activate any function that you want for both a short press and a long press of each button.
This is over a two-year-old video. The stereo is still for sale and displayed on the Sony website. How often does Sony refresh its products? I am considering buying the product but I think they are going to make a new product with thinner bezels.
I have watched your video more than five times in the past year. I am trying to convince myself that the bezels are not a big deal, however, I can't seem to pass around it, and here I am, watching the video once again.
As of right now, the Sony XAV-9500ES Digital Multimedia Receiver is current and Sony does not list any upcoming replacement.
if they could incorporate the USB ports it would be perfect
thats why i want this one , im over the usb
Ok but seriously. How hard is it for these companies to ditch the remote and throw in a USB volume dial or IR dial?
It needs some more physical radio controls, volume knob namely
where the sound come from is it like an Ipad you need to charge it or it is a replacement of the radio
This Sony unit is a replacement radio for a vehicle. It does not have any built-in speakers. It does have a 4 channel amp built in as well as preamp outputs that allow amps to be used to power the speakers.
It’s nice but there’s no reason these should cost more that $600.
I love the floating screen and anti glare screen. But 1000 bu ks seems steep. Are there any budget friendly comparable options?
Sony is the only company that is adding in anti-glare tech to their displays instead of solely relying on the screen type to help reduce glare. They do make another model with similar abilities that has a lower price than the one in the video. It is the XAV-AX8100 model found here:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_158XAV8100/item.html
Anyone know a cheaper alternative to this? I love all of the features (especially charging) but $1400 is a lot for my build at the moment.
We do have a range of options. What features do you want to be sure your new radio has? What is the year, make, and model of your car?
@@crutchfield What would you recommend for a base (L) trim 2014 Toyota Corolla?
The Alpine iLX-507 receiver is very similar to this Sony with a smaller screen, still offers the charging ability, and can fit into the 2014 Toyota Corollas. It can be found here:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_500ILX507/item.html
Does it support reverse and front camera for parking assist🤔
I noticed a wire on the pigtail in the back labeled "Camera" so it probably does
@dentoish that will be for reverse camera....my android unit has a 2nd input for front camera....you come out of reverse and it shows the front camera for 5 seconds....very handy when parking in a tight spot 😉
The unit has 3 camera inputs!
@@crutchfield
@what's dave done
Yes, It does have 3 camera inputs. HOWEVER, they are still Composite Video inputs from 1980's, LOL. :-/
Hellooo SONY, it's 2021and there's this thing called HD video and even UHD video that works via an HDMI interface, Yo!
And not that this is a "bad" screen, but our smartphones have higher resolutions than this display, AND they are much smaller, so there's that as well.
Oh, the new Kenwood XR 10.1" has 4 Camera inputs.
Biggest problem here is that a Teyes CC3 blows this thing out of existance in more or less every category, the sound quality might not be as good (hard to prove really) but still very decent, and all for around 500 dollars... having watched alot of different reviews on the Teyes, i would without a doubt consider it way more than this Sony with its 1300 Dollar price point...
I’ve seriously been thinking of purchasing the Teyes CC3 for my car since it has all the goodies for a fraction of the cost of the offerings from Kenwood or Sony.
@@hunterstopford7299 I'm going to buy it aswell soon, hope its as good as reviews say it to be!
Does the Teyes have active 3 way crossover? I can't find anything confirming or detailing that.
The Teyes at the end of the day is a cheap android unit with virtually no customer support. I'm in the process of attempting to return mine because the replacement dash panels they supplied me don't fit my vehicle at all. There's no way they even tried test fitting these things before putting them up for sale. The lack of physical buttons also turned out to be more annoying than I was anticipating while rolling around with my loose replacement panels. You get what you pay for.
@@murffly sad to hear! In my case I finaly went with a Xtrons model that suits my car. I'm happy with it but it is a bit laggy for the price I paid... but I still think that the Sony is way overpriced.
2012 called, they want their bezels back
2024 answered and replied you cannot handle this one! 😁
$ 1300 !!!! no way.... could by a second hand car for that kind of money....
Nice informative video sir. Read my mind on the issues I wanted answering. A little annoyed that I cannot get it in the UK yet. However: can it handle right hand drive wheel controls? If so I could import one!
We recommend checking for steering wheel radio control interfaces that work with your vehicle and Sony radios. If you can find such an interface, then you should be able to keep those controls working with this radio
An you get them UK yet?
I was wondering if I can put this on my 2017 Nissan Pathfinder?
We will be happy to check. Did your Pathfinder come with factory installed navigation? Did it come with the Bose audio system?
That would look nice in my 98 gmc Sonoma... maybe one day.
We will be happy to help when that day comes!
Can you split screens? - ie run Google Maps and XM radio at the same time.
Yes, this screen is big enough to run split screen with the smartphone interface navigation apps and SiriusXM tuner as well.
Sony...get it together. You're being beat by Chinese competitors with high resolution screens and optical outputs. Some aren't even hot garbage!
Exactly
@Joe's Junk
Do any of those Android head units have the latest High-End ESS Sabre DAC that is only in the latest and greatest and VERY Expensive home audiophile DACs?
Do they also have a Full Independent Left & Right DSP/PEQ. Right now you would have to buy a separate standalone DSP to get this, and it's very important if you want to achieve audiophile sound with a truly lifelike Soundstage in a vehicle. No other head unit at any price has this yet!
It also has a high-quality HD *Bonded-Glass* Capacitive Touch Display, not some generic $15 unknown quality resistive display taken off of some stockroom shelf that might die in 6 months!
It also has High-End Electrical Audio Components in the signal path. You CANNOT judge a book by its cover! SMDH
If you don't want or need these advanced features or this level of quality, that's fine. But you're not going to get another head unit with this level of quality and features without without paying for it!
But YES, I would like this to have a Digital Output, either coaxial or optical. Every previous Sony Mobile ES head unit has had one.. And I want a Volume Knob within the confines of those large bezels. SMDH
The units dac doesn't matter when your going into an external DSP via optical. And yes they of capacitive touchscreens
@@theejoeylee
Not all android head units have a Capacitive touchscreen. You're making a blanket statement. And NONE that I've purchased or seen in the last year have an *Optically Bonded* HD touch screen. When you see this in real life you'll immediately recognize and appreciate the difference in quality!
And yes, of course, if you want to use a standalone DSP then the DAC in the head unit doesn't (theoretically) matter when connected via digital coaxial or optical.
And it's definitely an advantage to use a Digital Optical connection to eliminate EMI and RFI inducted noise and ground loops, as well as eliminate the extra and unnecessary analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion steps.
HOWEVER, you cannot play your Hi-Res DSD files bit-perfect and *natively* via a Digital Optical connection. DSD must first be converted to PCM in what is called "DOP" (DSD Over PCM) in order to be sent via a digital connection. If you want to play your DSD files natively in a continuous uninterupted bitstream as intended, you must use the Analog Output from the DAC into your DSP or amplifiers.
*Having said all this, Sony's Target Market for this head unit is for those that Do Not want to deal with a separate outboard DSP unit, or to have to tune/adjust it outside of the head unit's built-in touchscreen GUI. It's designed as the ultimate All-In-One head unit*
This is not the same Mobile ES line of yesteryear. The market has changed, and Sony has changed with it. Just look at the pricing of Sony's new Flagship Mobile ES 2-way component set...it's completely affordable, not Focal Utopia, Dynaudio, or Morel Elate/Supremo pricing, but just $299.
And while this Sony head unit is expensive, it's price is completely in line with its other 10.1" high end flagship competitors, especially given its unique standout features.
And this head unit contains a very powerful DSP that includes independent left and right graphic or parametric EQ, along with the other common DSP features which makes it powerful enough to satisfy nearly any enthusiast that wants to match it with Sony's Mobile ES components and subwoofer.
Of course, that's not going to satisfy the hardcore sound quality enthusiast or competitors out there. But realistically you've got to understand that is probably less than 1% of Sony's market for these stereos!
So this head unit wasn't really made to compete with the plethora of Android head units. If you want or need to use a Digital Output and a particular Android head unit has one, along with the other features you desire, then it's the obvious choice, go for it.
BUT, food for thought: 95% of the professional car audio Sound Quality world champion level competitors had tested both the Digital Output AND the Analog Output from the former ESS Sabre DAC in the previous Sony RSX-GS9 Flagship head unit and determined that it actually sounded better using its DAC's ANALOG Output directly into the Analog Inputs of their High-End Helix, Brax, Zapco, and Gladen/Mosconi Aerospace DSPs. And these SQ competitions judge for the noise floor of the system as well, and there was no advantage using the Optical output in that regard either. So there's that. ;)
@@bbfoto7248 Sq in a car is a joke . especially when moving. Each to their own. For me, I'm a driver for a living, I just need alot of screen area, to run my work app and Google maps, while my phone is untethered and free to use for phone calls. Flac files are fine for me.
Also in my old honda, and chipset is better than the garbage oem radio that came with it. ...oh and having a BIG high res reverse cam screen is nice...i back up alot in Unknown places. Plus im middle aged and have bills and a budget. If i put some SQ name brand crap in my car my family would freak out on such a Ridiculous purchase, plus its a target for thieves.
Need HDMI, and for those of use who don't like the large floating screen, would like the same features in a double din please.
but those bezels man thats huge waste of space
This radio is more expensive that my car, WOW
i dont get carplay and android auto when normal BT works just fine
just fyi - CD playback is also digital. I get what you mean though.
Hello!
Can you help me with a solution for fitting a head unit into a Volvo V40 2014 dashboard?
Could be a Sony XAVAX 8150 or XAV 9500ES, or similar product.
Thank you,
Hi Petru, thanks for reaching out. Sorry, we have not researched your vehicle, so we have no fit info or installation items for it. Checking with a local installer would be a good way to find out about replacing the radio.
Thank you!
Would this product fit a 2017 Yaris iA?.
Like in taking off the factory screen an installing this instead ?
We don't currently offer a kit to fit this model or other floating screen options in your Yaris. If you'd like help choosing another option, please let us know.
@@crutchfield damn okay haha, we’ll do you guys have anything that could possibly fit this car:)?
We offer a couple receivers that we can get installed into your Yaris. The model that is the closest to the Sony shown in the video can be found here:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_130DMC5700/item.html
does it fit and is it fully compatible with a 2007 lotus Elise ?
I'm sorry, we have not researched that vehicle's radio. That means we have no fit info or installation items for it at this time.
Handy upgrade for a toyota camry 2019!
Great choice there! Have any photos of your install?
Is the Sony obd compatible like the 10.1 jvc.
The 9500ES does have the iDatalink port for use with the iDatalink Maestro units for select vehicles, yes!
Im not very knowledgeable about car audio.......Does the EQ, crossover, ect control work through the rca cables too. I have it in my Crutchfeild shopping cart now, but I'm trying to decide on what amps to buy. If I can customize the sound before the amp, it seems I can save some money on amps.
This receiver's audio settings do control the preamp outputs on it!
Where is the microphone? Or does it rely on the phone for voice input?
Hi, Kirk, and thanks for reaching out! The microphone for that Sony unit is external and is included in the box. It has a 12' cable for routing.
If we can help with other questions, feel free to reach out any time!
What DAC and does it do network mode?
They shown an ESS Sabre ES9080Q DAC being installed into this receiver. We do not recognize what you mean when you ask about network mode, but we do know that it is the one being used to decode all the digital audio this receiver has been built to decode from the sources like its USB input, WiFi for smartphone interface, etc..
@@crutchfield thanks for getting back to me. Network mode allows you to have active instead of passive for speakers. It also usually allows you to run the rear channels as subs. I’m looking for a head unit that has 24bd slopes. I usually run Pioneer but I like this head unit. It would be going in my 03 F250 Diesel so I think it’s great fit for how I want it mounted and screen size.
This receiver does have preamp outputs so you can use external amplification for the speakers/subs that you install into your vehicle. The crossover slopes can be even steeper sloped than a 24dB but you can set it to that. You can find all those slope options and a lot more about it on our web page for it:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_158XAV9500/item.html
How do I know if my car can handle this radio? Like, does the radio need a certain amount of voltage or something?
It runs on 12V power. What vehicle do you have?
@@crutchfield 2008 Chevy cobalt. Has 50k miles on it and has been garaged for a long time(no rust).Great starter car, and for the most part it’s easy to mod :)
We could make the wiring work! But, we do not have a way to mount this radio in the dash. Our kit does not have a way to hold onto the chassis of this radio so it stays in place.
We could wire it in, but cannot mount it in place. You might check with a custom installer to see if they could make a mounting kit for it.
@@crutchfield Gotcha! Thanks for responding! I’m actually amazed you guys take the time to respond to comments!
Is there a more affordable radio that you would recommend for my car? I’m looking for something that has wireless CarPlay.
An elevated screen is really cool, but I know those are definitely more expensive.
It looks like there are eight versions of the audio system in the 2008 Cobalt, but fit doesn't appear to be a major issue. To make sure we're working with the correct audio system and the right installation gear, I recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone or chat to discuss the vehicle's details. We can get a nice option for you! Check us out here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc313/support/ContactUs.aspx
I'm pretty sure LDAC is not "better" than bluetooth since it uses bluetooth to communicate they both aren't the same thing. Think of LDAC as a "mode" that bluetooth can operates in. I'm kind of surprised this came out of an official youtube channel of Crutchfield tbh. That is at least if I am correct...
LDAC is bluetooth but it transfers WAYY more data in the same period of time therefore it can send lossless signals without compressing audio unlike normal bluetooth signals.
It doesn't move out the way when needed? Its a huge screen and will probably block something else on the dash.
The monitor does not move after being installed. During the installation, it can tilt up/down(+/- 10 degrees, be moved forward/backward +/- 0.75" (changes how close the screen is to the dash), move vertically up/down +/- 2.375", and lateral left/right +/- 1.0" to help find the optimal installation location for the vehicle its going into.
I'd consider one of these for a 2007 Passat B6, but I don't want to lose use of the steering wheel controls. Likewise I'd want to have the screen removable for when I park up. Do you know if the above is possible with this car?
The Sony XAV-9500ES does not have a detachable face; but, we do have interface options you can use to maintain the factory Steering Wheel Controls with it. You can view those options via our online selector here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/car/carselector.aspx?lp=%2fcar%2foutfitmycar%2fmycar.aspx
Chevy silverado...will it show reverese camera?
We need to know the key details about your specific Silverado. With a lot of vehicles an install interface is available to keep those features. Use our Vehicle Guide in the link below to enter your truck's details, select the Sony XAV-9500ES radio, and we will list all available installation packages and retained features. If you have any questions or need help selecting the right install package for you, do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-309-2795 and a live Advisor would be happy to help!
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Hi, can I use this on my Honda Fit 2013, if yes I am from Ghana. How can I get one to buy
Hi Benjamin, thanks for reaching out. We cannot ship to you there in Ghana; but, you may want to try Sony directly for help finding a local dealer: www.sony.com/gh
Quick question Cruthfield can it be installed on a 2003 nissan pathfinder LE.
We have not been able to find a mounting kit to help hold it in the dash. Wish we had different news for you there.
@@crutchfield thank you for the help oh well i guess ill wait for another stereo
Some of the Alpine Halo receivers can be installed into your Pathfinder:
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