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technology-infused decks that supports multiple audio types on burned discs, satellite radio and an auxiliary input on the faceplate for added functionality. In fact, Sony's (www.sony.ca) latest stereos — including the MEX-1GP ($349) and the Sony CDX-GT8050X ( $ 3 9 9 ) — also read ATRAC3/3plus files, which translates to a whopping SOD songs on just one CD-R/RW disc. The MEX-1GP also has another trick up its sleeve: 168 of internal flash memory and a USB port engineered into the faceplate, so when it's removed from the receiver and connected to a Windows PC, it ,s recognized as an external drive, ready for dragging and dropping music onto it. Now see this Not only can you crank the tunes with the Kenwood KDC-MP832U ($539; www.kenwood.ca) — including MP3s, WMAs, AACs and other digital audio Not all car stereos are created equal. Never has this been more apparent
files — but this high-end in-dash stereo also features a graphic motion
than when shopping for one today, where advancements in technology
sensor that lets you see the performance of your vehicle on its 64-colour
have opened the floodgates to a much richer music experience on the road.
fluorescent display (including horsepower, direction, gauges, stopwatch,
From MP3 playback and multi-channel DVD-Audio to USB ports and
and more). The rear USB port allows you to snap in a thumbdrive packed
satellite radio to iPod support and colour touch-screen displays, audio
with tunes or connect your iPod to access its 15,000 songs and podcasts.
enthusiasts have never had it so good on four wheels.
This Sirius or XM Satellite Radio-ready deck also offers text-to-voice audio
To help wade through the vast number of options out there, the following is a look at a few of our picks —each with a CD player, built-in amp and a ton
so you can hear artist info while keeping your eyes on the road (e.g. "Now playing album 'American Idiot' by artist Green Day").
of bells & whistles — to keep you tapping on the steering wheel while commuting to work or enjoying a summer road trip with the family.
Best bargoon You don't have to sacrifice performance for price with the JVC KD-G820
Ready to "Xplod"
($329; www.jvc.ca), a powerful car deck with support for MP3s or WMAs
Take a joy ride with Sony's Xplod car audio products, a new line o f
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