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Kenwood KDC-MP145 In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Receiver with Aux Input |  | Brand: Kenwood
Category: Car Audio or Theater
List Price: $99.99
Buy New: $63.49
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New (26) Used (1) from $74.50
Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 907
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.9
Dimensions (in): 6.1 x 7.2 x 2.1
nv: Channels: 4
Dimensions: 2.09" Height x 7.17" Width x 6.10" Depth
Display Screen: LCD - Blue - 11-Digit Text Display
Form Factor: Single Din
Formats Support: WMA
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x RCA - Pre-amplifier Out
Manufacturer: Kenwood USA Corp.
Manufacturer Part Number: KDC-MP145
Manufacturer Website Address: http://www.kenwood.com
Media Support: CD-RW
Output Power: 200 W
Package Contents: KDC-MP145 Car Audio Player Remote Control
Preamp Output Voltage: 2 V
Product Model: KDC-MP145
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: KDC-MP145
Model: KDC-MP145
UPC: 019048186539
EAN: 0019048186539
ASIN: B00335SEJS
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA receiver | | • | 4 x 50 Watts maximum power; one 2V preamp output with low pass filter, rear/sub switch | | • | 11-digit, one line FL display; red key illumination with manual dimmer | | • | Includes front auxiliary input for use with external devices | | • | One-year limited warranty |
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Product Description
The KDC-MP145 makes listening to your portable music player in the car so easy even a well you understand. On the front panel of this beautifully designed car stereo is a stereo mini plug, simply connect your iPod to the input and youre rocking it. Mixed preset tuning allows both FM and AM stations to be preset on the same preset band CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3/WMA playback via CD transport Easy to read 1-Line 11 digit FL display Single 2V RCA preamp output
Amazon.com Product Description
Kenwood's KDC-MP145 is a quick way to add WMA/MP3 playback to your vehicle, along with a front input for your portable music player. This CD receiver keeps it simple, delivering playback of your digital files from a data disc, AM/FM radio, a preamp output for expansion, and quality Kenwood sound on a budget.  A quick way to add WMA/MP3 playback to your vehicle. Click to enlarge. |  Easy-to-read, one-line, 11-digit flourescent display. |  Front-panel aux input for connecting your portable music player. | Removable Faceplate
Like many modern car stereos, the faceplate of this model can be removed and taken with you, to help deter theft. The control panel is equipped with an easy-to-read, one-line, 11-digit flourescent display for easy control and navigation. CD and WMA/MP3 Playback
Enjoy your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or burn a disc of WMA or MP3 files and enjoy hours of music on a single disc, along with ID-3 tag display for artist and title info. FM/AM Tuner
When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Store your favorite stations as presets for instant access--mixed preset tuning allows both FM and AM stations to be preset on the same preset band. Front Auxiliary Input
Listen to external audio devices like MP3 players using the front auxiliary input, which is illuminated so it's easy to find in the dark. Room To Grow
The KDC-MP142 features one 2V preamp output for system expansion. It includes a rear/subwoofer switch with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you can send just what you need for your system. System Q Sound Control
Five factory pre-set equalization curves (Rock, Top40, Pops, Jazz and Easy, plus a flat setting) and three speaker matching curves (OEM, 6x9, 5/4 plus a flat setting) can be combined for extreme sound-shaping flexibility. The preset curves include midrange contouring, giving music more clarity and presence. The preset curves can also be combined with the unit's bass, midrange and treble controls allowing users to personalize the sound to their particular taste. Bass Boost
Handy for listening at lower volume levels (or for those who just like a lot of low-end). What's in the Box
Kenwood KDC-MP145, Wiring Harness, Installation Tools and Hardware, Owner's Manual, Warranty Card
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 9
 copman August 28, 2010
copman
I have had this unit in my 1999 chevy X-cam for about a week and so far I am very pleased. For the price you can't go wrong especially for a Kenwood $69.00 plus free shipp. I wanted a cheaper unit mainly for teh ability to play MP3/i-pod and this is a good buy. It arrived well packaged and quick so no complaints there either. It does like some of the function and cool lighting as more expensive unit but it to be expected for the price. I wis hthat it would show the clock along with the station,Zux, but it does not have enough room but it is not a major deal. The unit also sounds WAYYYY better then my factory unit and puts out some quality that you would expect from Kenwood. I am very pleased and happy with the purchase and for the price you cant go wrong.
Love this player August 19, 2010
bando_08
This is a great CD Player. Easy to install, easy to use. It's a great player for the price, and I love it. If I decide to sell my car, I'm taking the player out to use in my next vehicle. I would recommend this product to anyone.
 Good Car Stereo for the Price August 18, 2010
Navygrrl
I bought this car stereo specifically because of the price and because it had an aux input. I also like red, so that was a bonus. It's very easy to switch between audio sources (radio, CD, aux). Most of the functions and buttons are pretty simple to figure out. It's not fancy enough to show what song is playing, but that's fine. My main issue is really a minor one. I'd love for it to be able to have basic controls for the iPod, so I could fast forward, reverse, or skip songs. Also, I'm having issues with setting the clock, but that's also minor since I have a clock on the dashboard. The detachable face is easy to detach, but it can take a few tries to figure out how to reattach it. Once you figure it out, it's pretty easy. This car stereo doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the higher priced stereos, but it definitely does everything I need it to do at a good price. All the other things are just options I would prefer in a car stereo.
Worth the price paid July 31, 2010
Jason A. Humphries (Tallahassee, FL)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I got this guy for $70.00 and well, it does most of what I want it to do.
Pros: Nice looking unit; dimmer switch; big volume/jog-wheel; came with crucial din-sized install jacket to hold the unit firmly in place and easy to install; outer rim cover snaps nicely in place; decent size gauge wires and easy to wire due to easy wiring harness; pair of L/R outs for sub or rear spkr. control(you can toggle from the jog-wheel); EQ presets sound good for radio; 24-bit sound for CD(the higher the better) pause button(some units you have to turn off at the drive-thru); Picks-up FM band really well; line-in for MP3 player/ Ipod(all units should have this feature)
Cons: Well let me say first that no, I don't have a separate amp and, of course, this my main problem separate from the unit itself. However, that said...I don't like the EQ-switch because the scale is not sensitive enough; navigating thru the unit's audio control is a little confusing; the face-plate for theft deterrent does not easily snap back into place(Kenwood could take a lesson from Pioneer here); some buttons are kinda small(good-luck if you have gorilla hands); how do you turn this unit off? Should be easier to find; this unit runs hot, esp. when playing CDs(not sure if I did something incorrect but by now I should have been noticing wires touching or incorrect wire connection). No color matching for car gauges/lighting-it's just red outlines but it does look kinda cool.
Honestly, I shouldn't gripe here but I was disappointed with the built-in amp(Kenwood specs say it has 50 watts per channel yeah right, it 's more like 22 watts per channel), it won't drive your speakers hardly at all, but what unit really does? I mean, yes, purchase a decent amp if you wanna hear this unit's full potential. Other than that you really do get a couple of nice features found on better units for a budget price.
I recommend this unit for anyone that wants to save money and time on install but be forewarned if you haven't ever installed--get a friend who know what they are doing so you don't fry the unit. Also, like all decent systems --save up later for a decent amp, speakers, sub, etc...
Fantastic stereo for 90% of people July 17, 2010
Kryztoff
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Kenwood is known for great audio and this unit is no exception. It has a lot of sound optimization features that I would have expected in a much more expensive head unit. Sound quality is pretty good. Navigation and controls are intuitive and most basic functions (play pause skip volume mute) are easy to find without looking at the face. The following are the only things I didn't like about the deck:
Distortion at volume- At about 75% volume the deck distorts badly, even on my pioneer d series speakers. My previous Pioneer deck didn't distort on those speakers until just before maximum volume, so I was somewhat disappointed. The previous stereo cost about three times as much, however, so I can't complain too much. The unit is very loud even before it does distort (again, not near as loud as the pioneer) so most people wouldn't come close to the threshold.
Audio control menu- Some of the settings were hard to find, and were only available in "standby" mode. Once I did find them, however, I was able to dramatically improve the sound of the system.
Equalizer settings- As much as I play with this deck, I can't get rid of a tinny tone when playing rock. Any kind of acoustic sounds great, as well as hip hop or music with strong vocals. But, something is missing between 150 and 600 Hz. Bass boost only adds distortion, so that was no fix. Oh well.
In all, this is a fantastic stereo, especially at only $75 shipped. Most people won't use or notice the things I complained about, and would be very happy with the purchase. Folder navigation is very easy on MP3 discs, and read times are okay. It is also a very good looking unit. I recommend this unit for most people.
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