Compare Alpine 7" iLX-W650, iLX-407, iLX-507 Apple Car Play and Andriod Auto Headunit Radio Review

[@Later2u]

I had a Pioneer 1500NEX and ended up with the iLX-W650. Both about the same price, but the Alpine, while having a simple display, sounded way better and the interface was more intuitive. Of course I'd like to have the top of the line, but you got to know your limits. Great video.

[@615capone]

LOL that's my current head unit! Thanks for this!

[@shib-n7d]

is there any alternative for steering control unit for ilx-w650 as its not available in my country

[@rlg222]

Awesome! I wanted a video comparing these other two head units! Thanks Sir!

[@bonou21941]

I just installed it in my 2020 Tundra and I love it....what a great upgrade ...just FYI make sure to do any updates on android carplay and the head unit software update

[@BreakersStereo]

Thanks for the comment. And yes check for the update.

[@luisolivaresGT40]

Can the 507 use the power stack amp behind it also

[@Hemtzy]

Thanks for the informative vid! @ the ILX-507 price point, would you recommend it or another head unit?

[@flowercute4576]

What version of Bluetooth does the alpine ilx-507 have Bluetooth 5.2 or 5.3?

[@BigLou51Oakland]

I like what i hear about the ILX-507 but can you compare it to the Kenwood DMX908s….. I need help figuring out which is the better head unit for a complete sound upgrade on my trailblazer

[@gtdodgeviper]

To me all the Kenwood and JVC are a disappointment for the simple reason that I cant raise the volume past 15 by constantly holding the button. I have to do clicks to raise the volume level one at a time. Its very annoying. So now im looking for other alternatives.

[@volkr55]

Have always been an Alpine fan but updating an 2000 Honda Prelude and want to keep it clean. Looking for a unit that has power out of of the box with good sound quality. Any suggestions?

[@mauidiver61]

Sony xav 7000 100x4 from the head unit!!

[@frankies9049]

I have a question why the new version they don’t have the RCA for amps? can I get a answer please thank

[@vid111]

I got my w650 installed from alpine authorised dealer last month replacing stock player. I hear that right side is louder than left but the setting is set to Center of 4 seats. Sudden squealing noise when playing. Low hissing sound when not playing anything.

[@prodogey69]

take it back to the shop, it could be a grounding issue

[@vid111]

@@prodogey69 I’m now planning to replace the player itself. Considering xav8100. Unable to find android from reputed brand😢

[@ruiazevedo7183]

What cable you suggest for plug and play the alpine 507 for a 22 Nissan frontier sv with out fender system? What is the price? What is the warranty?

[@josephperen4305]

kudos. Awesome review

[@soler233]

Can you please make a list of the alpine radio that is a compatible with the alpine KAC-001 external accessories control

[@jayallison3538]

What about Kenwood radios that are 4 volts and have good units can you do a good better best on those

[@BreakersStereo]

Great ideas… just waiting for the new ones to be released…

[@joshuacole659]

Can u do a review on the new kenwood 958xr

[@Castulos4]

Will the KTA450 amp fit anyone of these alpine stereos? Or will it only fit the W650???

[@luisargueta2615]

Thanks for all your info very helpfull.

[@PLAYER4REAL216]

The 507 makes my DSP A thing of the past 🤔

[@dunderzubbi5663]

What about the ILX-507 vs the ILX-705D?

[@adamwatts7890]

Can i ask you what double din unit fits a nissan 370z and also is it an easy install. As i have talked to local installers and no none can do it. Australia

[@gwendolynkennedy3832]

I just got the ILX-W650. I love the sound and look but for some reason I lose connection and receive error messages that it doesn't support my device (I'm Android). I turn off my notifications sounds to stop the timing out but it still does it. Do you have any idea what the cause is?

[@abeardwithtattoos]

I would love if Alpine made a touch screen for my Audi Q3 2018..

[@Juice421fs]

Can you add the mini amp to all 3 of these or just the 1st one?

[@erikanderson542]

I love my ILX-W650. I have had installed in my FJ Cruiser for the past 2 years, and it is awesome for the price! What would you recommend for a minivan that has a DVD player you would want to retain for the kiddos?

[@scootypuffjr.]

Im currently looking for a deck for the FJ I just picked up. I'm on the fence though over buying a name brand or trying an Android deck.

[@erikanderson542]

@@scootypuffjr. I love the Alpine. If you have the factory sub, I would invest in the little backpack amp that you can attach to the back of the ILX 650. I noticed a little drop in power when installed it.

[@scootypuffjr.]

@erikanderson542 I don't have the factory sub. I do know that clean power is everything. I haven't decided how far I'm going to go with this one yet. I really only NEED android auto for navigation, and mirroring for watching KZbin while waiting for my daughter at school.

[@erikanderson542]

@@scootypuffjr. yeah I just wanted CarPlay in my FJ with a quality head unit for cheap. I recommend the ilxw650.

[@K3VG979]

@@erikanderson542 how a the sound n do you need the amp pack or you have it ?

[@Wtrxprs007able]

I have the iLX-650e. I was mainly looking for a unit with android auto at the minimum and chose it for its price, simplicity and short chassis, especially when the HU cage is my car is quite space restricted. Only issue with it is the internal amp is quite crap when it clips out when it gets too loud or hot until i added separate amps which fixed that problem.

[@neiliewheeliebin]

Thats disappointing maybe its not so bad driving just 2 front speakers & an amplified sub

[@nelsonbermudez7068]

How about the 650 using a aftermarket amplifier

[@biggooseadventures]

Nice video Is the alpine ilx w650 power enough to power regular car speakers?

[@prodogey69]

absoluty

[@biggooseadventures]

@@prodogey69 thank you

[@randomtoyotadude8952]

Can any of this be fully used without tunIt app(disscontinued i think, tell if im wrong) Any of this units 1-din or all 2-dins??

[@Cr1ms0nPwnda]

Man I haven't paid attention to head units in 10 years and I have to replace the stock infotainment unit in my 19 Subaru because of a huge problem with screen delamination. There's so many and idk what to do. Looking at pioneer dmh-w4660 but now maybe I should do the ilx507.

[@prodogey69]

do it, its a great unit

[@Moneymalzy]

Wish i would have saw this before i put in the i407. I had to quickly upgrade when my subwoofers couldn't be adjusted. I hope it sounds good cause the i407 sounded good but i could't tweek it to sound the best to my ears. what is 5volts compared to 8 volts, man im learning new things everyday.

[@alliyahjones1552]

I just got the alpine W650 and I love it but if I put the sound to loud it shuts off … how do I fix this

[@anthonyfields4234]

Read about audio clipping and you find your answer. You will need to add an external amplifier to reach your desired sound levels.

[@anthonyfields4234]

If I recall, the Alpine KTA-450 pairs nicely with the ilx-650.

[@randomtoyotadude8952]

Did you make a video on the alpine tunit app? If so Could you share link? If not.. could you make one??

[@tcisneros79]

Pioneer AVH-2500NEX or Alpine INE-W970HD what is best for Sound quality ?

[@danr355]

So the 650 is wired Android auto only.? The description alpine uses is a bit confusing.

[@dliv33]

Alpine or pioneer?

[@standtall7646]

Alpine. I have 2 pioneers and I am totally unhappy with them. They NEVER update their Firmware. Cause they don't give a shit!

[@VaeVictisXIV]

Does the ILX-507 have any USB connected iPhone/CarPlay ALAC music capabilities over the ILX-207? The way I’m reading the specs, they are the same.

[@tdz69]

Great review. Thank you. I’m sure this is a stupid question but what would the hdmi input be used for?

[@joequashnock1552]

You can connect your phone (using an adapter), DVD/BluRay player, or PC. Any device with an HDMI output.

[@easyrider76]

I'm currently eyeing the Alpine ILX-W690D, which is a newer model and also has an HDMI input, but it's interesting that it doesn't have RDS for radio stations, which would be very useful. First of all, I really warmed to the KENWOOD DMX 8021DABS head unit, and quite a few connoisseurs say that it is a really good HD and maybe even better than Alpine in terms of interference, etc... and it also won an award. I would also be happy with the older model DMX8019DABS or DMX8020DABS as I don't care if I have a wireless or wired connection. It is important to me that the head unit has physical volume buttons and it would be great for me that it shows radio stations with RDS, that it has at least 3 RCA preout with at least 4 volts, bluetooth, USB connection, Android auto would also prefer a wired connection because this way it is certainly much safer that it works without any problems, of course it must display the radio stations so that you can see which saved station is on the preset.

[@easyrider76]

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[@ldz7777]

Is there any news of upcoming JVC KENWOOD lineup? Love your channel!

[@BreakersStereo]

Yes very soon no exact ETA yet but they are trickling in

[@JamesOKeefe-US]

Same question :) Love this channel as well and appreciate your reviews! Can't wait to see more, I'm considering a 10" floating screen Kenwood so it's a little selfish :)

[@brianhansen8539]

But you can only get what fits in your vehicle. I have a 2018 Jeep JL. They say The 507 will not fit in it just the 407.

[@shib-n7d]

is there any alternative for steering control unit for ilx-w650 as its not available in my country

[@sojer6mile]

I have the ixl-650 & the software seems to deteriorate over time. When I receive calls, and I answer on my phone, the radio continues to ring. Android audio will disconnect and reconnect at random. Mic audio is sub par. It randomly has the on call screen when I play blue tooth audio It will play front speakers some times It won't play any audio some times A bad feature is that when on the phone it locks out everything including backup camera. I would rather deal with a Android radio from ebay for the price. I can barely use it. All these things happen on the same phone. Don't happen on any other radio.

[@Mustang86]

Try to do a firmware update, just bought mine and updated the firmware just in case! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5CpZaZur7qGrNU

[@scootypuffjr.]

I've always liked Alpine, but looking back every Alpine deck, and one of the amps, died what I would call prematurely. Meanwhile, I've never had a factory deck fail. Even 20 plus years old.

[@MindyTunnell]

I had an oem deck fail in my Jeep Patriot in 2017. It happens.

[@scootypuffjr.]

@@MindyTunnell electrical problems on a Jeep are more of a feature.

[@shib-n7d]

is there any alternative for steering control unit for ilx-w650 as its not available in my country

[@joequashnock1552]

I have had excellent success with Alpine equipment. Over the years, I've installed over 10 head units in my cars as well as speakers and amps... All with zero failures. My 25 year old Alpine MDA-W890 still works!?! Conversely, I've had factory stuff fail. Maybe I'm lucky?

[@Warg666]

The Alpine iLX-W670 has a 13-Band EQ so that is even more confusing, why go from 9 to 13 then to 5?

[@BreakersStereo]

Tell me about it!!!!! 🤦

[@king425onlyforrest7]

The ilx650 does indeed have Android auto! U forgot to add that in your checklist of features 😮

[@7mmLongRanger]

I hate the fact that I need to repeatedly engage the parking brake in order to access the setup menu on my ILX-507.

[@seadog19591]

I have been using Alpine for years, But this time they played a dirty trick, if you buy just the HU your only getting half the radio, This thing clips out at between 20-25 of 35 on the volume scale, Thus forcing you to buy the additional power pack to get decent sound out of it. shame on you Alpine

[@ayman.ibrahim]

What's the name of this additional pack / part?

[@seadog19591]

@@ayman.ibrahim Alpine KTA-450. They sell it on crutch field

[@damnitdang]

All this model clip there? I've been trying to find a good top 7"

[@ayman.ibrahim]

@Gregory Hebert thanks for your reply, but in the description it says it's only for ilx-w650 , but which one for ilx-507 unit? Thanks again.

[@seadog19591]

@@ayman.ibrahim U can get the KPT455a specifically for Alpine. Or The KPT445U, which is universal.But both receivers will work with just about any Amplifier, I'm running off a pioneer amp , myself

[@liamgjaltema5189]

Just a bummer that the CarPlay ain’t wireless

[@Ligma7232]

Good better and best pioneer video next? 👁️

[@mikec1714]

I hate when people don’t clear out their messages or missed calls

[@WesleyMamie-p8k]

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[@gregoryboyer6549]

hum- I have an ILX-650 - horrible rear camera video, colors totally bleached out with apple carplay. Tempted to pull a brand new unit and discard. If you want to upgrade to get apple car play and actually need the rear backup camera to back up into narrow places, this is not the unit for you. I don't have an android but hear it may work better with that.

[@imrf]

Really? You dislike it that bad? If you want, discard it to me and I'll test it. ;)

[@Mustafaj-c7z]

Hi, will the iLX-507 fit a 2015 VW GTI Autobahn? Also If The factory headunit is changed how do I keep the settings of the car like Regular mode, Sport mode, and custom mode?

[@emronhenry]

Something I cannot understand…why no one points out how extremely responsive and snappy the 407 is compared to the other two units. I’ve tried all three and the 407 feels like you’re using a modern smartphone touchscreen vs a phone from 2009. Seriously though the lag is atrocious on the 507 and 650. Unusable from my perspective in the year 2024. I do wish the 407 had the display resolution of the 507 though 🥹

[@stevevet3652]

Do the units have a record mode for their cameras?