JVC KD-AHD59 HD Radio/CD Receiver

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The JVC Arsenal KD-AHD59 is part of JVC's premium 'Arsenal' line, which encompasses high-end car audio. The KD-AHD59 boasts a sleek, ultramodern design that's at once eye candy and easy to use. The front-mounted USB slot allows direct iPod connections without needing an adapter, and the KD-AHD59 interface can be used to control the iPod. There is a large button labelled 'TAG', which, when your iPod is plugged in provides the iTunes 'Tagging' feature for songs that you hear on the radio and would like to buy later. The KD-AHD59 supports MP3 and WMA playback from CDs when you're not listening to HD radio through its built-in tuner. The KD-AHD59's built-in amplifier is powerful enough to provide great sound quality to go with the improvements that HD Radio bring. The JVC Arsenal KD-AHD59 is a great way to add HD Radio reception to a solid receiver that functions well outside of the HD Radio department.

Manufacturer Description: The built-in HD Radio(R) tuner offers a multitude of programs in premium digital sound. The unit comes with iTunes Tagging feature, which lets you "tag" songs playing on the radio, so you can purchase later from the iTunes store. The front USB port lets you easily play songs from iPod/iPhone and other USB devices. The 2-way control for iPod/iPhone lets you...read full description

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Recieved 3 StarsJVC HD review, May 25 2009

The installation into my Porsche was a breeze. I was already using a JVC CD changer, which works flawlessly with this unit. The single dial interface is not a plus. It takes some getting used to, and is not as convenient as the conventional button and knob design. The sound is good and when I ca...read full review

Recieved 5 Starsgreat radio, May 06 2009

I really enjoy the hd stations. The sound is excellent. I didn't think I would like the fact that there are no preset buttons but I can easily scroll through any of the 18 presets by using the menu button. I am really pleased with this radio.;read full review

Recieved 5 StarsExcellent HD Radio That Supports Ipods and USB, August 07 2009

I bought this radio to replace my factory unit in my Chevy Silverado. I was tired of paying for XM Satellite Radio, and that was the only thing keeping me from replacing the factory unit anyway. I wanted a radio that supported HD, Mp3's and also offered a USB interface. The JVC KD-AHD59 does all of ...read full review

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