Alpine or Panasonic CD Player?

[05srt4clone]

Panasonic CQ-C5110U($139.95) VS. Alpine CDE-9845($179.95)

Panasonic-
25 Watts RMS, 50 Watts Peak
2.5 Volts Preamp
3 Preamp Outputs with Sub Preamp
White on Blue Display Color
7 EQ Bands
Wireless Remote
Motorized, Detachable Face
Changer Controls
SQ7 SOund Shaping

Alpine-
16 Watts RMS, 45 Watts Peak
2 Volts Preamp
2 Preamp Outputs with OUT Sub Preamp
Rear Auxillary Input
White Display Color
Detachable Face
Bass Engine SOund Shaping

Kinda leaning towards the Panasonic. It is approx. $125 shipped from Ebay. Let me know your opinions. Thanks.

ClOnE

[2k2patriotblueneon]

I work for a company that sells parts for both Panasonic and Alpine. I have never heard or used those specific deck models, but I can tell you that the Panasonic deck will be easier to find and obtain parts for. In the event that something breaks the Panasonic will likely be cheaper to fix and get running again.

[Spork]

If you want looks alone, go with Panasonic. If you want sound quality, look at spending a little more on the Alpine and get into a CDA line at least. Also, don't purchase either of these decks from your local retail store (best buy, circuit city, etc) instead look at some online dealers as you will be able to find some better deals. The last bit, talk with Chuck about these two decks, he can give you a real good rundown of the pros and cons of each.

Oh yeah, you'll want to make sure the navigation features of these head units are your style. A friend of mine just got the CDA-9853 and hates the glide touch like you wouldn't believe. So much that he is almost refusing to buy Alpine ever again.

[Casketbearer]

http://www.electronicgiant.net
best prices i've seen

[05srt4clone]

I can get the Panasonic for a bill on ebay.