Clarion CX501 Car CD/MP3 Player - 84 W - Double DIN (1 x Disc - CD-RW - WMA, MP3, CD-DA - AM, FM - 18, 6 x FM, AM Preset - Bluetooth - USB - Auxiliary Input - iPod/iPhone Compatible)

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4.4 out of 5
 
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High-end • iPod Ready • LCD Display • 21 Watts x 4
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Perfect for wife's Ford Focus 2007! by Jayhan on amazon.com Jul 3, 2012
PROS - Bluetooth connection - USB connection - Ipod/Iphone support - Front Aux input - Built-in mic - Variable color illumination CONS - 1 minor thing about bluetooth connection, the unit only auto connects to the last bluetooth device connected. Here's ...
 
Outstanding product by Peter on sonicelectronix.com May 15, 2012
I replaced the unit in my wife's expedition with this new radio. My largest concern was installing the unit and purchased the closes replacement as possible for ease of installation. The unit works perfectly, The wife is very , very happy with the upgraded ...
 
awesome by PeterV on crutchfield.com Feb 18, 2012
Looks great, all the bluetooth phone/audio streaming functionality works fantastic with my android phone (galaxy nexus) and tablet (xoom) but the menus are a little counter-intuitive. Install was easy and the music quality is better than the stock one ...
 
Nice Features & Looks Good! by MDeonD on cnet.com Aug 3, 2011
I would very much recommend this unit to friends and family. I have always had Sony or Pioneer in my cars up until this receiver. It offers more features and awesome quality for the price. A must have for music lovers!
 
Great Unit by George on ritzcamera.com May 16, 2011
easy to install and use
 
 
 
 
Most Critical User Reviews
 
false advertisement by Btbamdodgers on amazon.com May 9, 2012
i was so excited when i got my stereo untill i noticed that the face is not detachable!!! the MAIN reason why i wanted this stereo is because it has everything it states PLUS the detachable face. when you go to the product description it clearly states ...
 
Clarion CX501 - Okay at best by Marc on crutchfield.com May 9, 2011
Easy install. USB function worked sporadically. Microphone quality was poor. Simple pairing with an iphone 4. Occasional bluetooth connectivity. Less than impressive controls. Overall - Fantastic customer service. Top-notch tech assist. Stellar return policy.
 
Seemed great from the reviews by Jeff in Phoenix on amazon.com May 30, 2012
I bought the Clarion CX501 deck to replace the factory deck in my 2002 Lincoln LS that was eating CD's. The install of the deck went great. No problems went right in. within 2 or 3 minutes I noticed that the right side of the display was fading out. In ...
 
Bad Product by Tooltime on amazon.com Nov 28, 2011
I bought this unit to replace the factory unit in my 2001 Ford Ranger as I wanted an integrated hands free solution. I chose this radio for the style and features. Well....bad choice. The radio it self is decent, the ability to change the display colors ...
 
Do not buy this item. by D., Kettering, Ohio on amazon.com Sep 5, 2011
I have - unfortunately -- purchased a Clarion Model CX501 radio through an Amazon affiliate. This radio has been installed into a 2002 Toyota Sienna. This car has two rear window antennas, one for AM radio and one for FM radio. Unknown to me, the radio ...
 
 
 
 
User Reviews from the Web
amazon.com
 
4.4 out of 5
from 92 reviews
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Clarion CX501 Double-DIN CD/Bluetooth/USB Receiver
Good bluetooth connection with my Droid X - The unit connects automatically with both BT phone and BT audio at the same time...Overall I'm extremely happy with the bluetooth and this is another BIG reason I am happy with this unit...Aux-In jack on the front - haven't used this yet but its good to have...
crutchfield.com
 
4.4 out of 5
from 159 reviews
Clarion CX501 CD receiver at Crutchfield.com
It gives you a wide variety of sound options so you can set up your sound system just how you want to hear it...Programming takes a little patience but once you get the hang of it getting back to certain features to adjust them is not too bad...Overall, after increasing the gain, the phone connection works well, I found that turning on my phone bluetooth after starting the car seems to get them to recognize eachother......
sonicelectronix.com
 
4.6 out of 5
from 20 reviews
Clarion CX501 (CX-501) In-Dash Car Stereo w/ Bluetooth and USB
Not a bad unit, sounds ok but has a low rent feel and look...I think the whole swap out of the radios took 8 minutes! Outstanding! Thank you very much Overall it's been really great, using the BT hands free is the biggest bonus, especially since it has a built in mic...FM reception has been good, and overall audio quality is good...
ritzcamera.com
 
5.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Clarion 2-din Bluetooth CD/USB/MP3/WMA Receiver CX501 - CX501 - RitzCamera.com
Easy To Setup easy to install and use...
cnet.com
 
5.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Clarion CX501 - radio / CD / MP3 player / digital player - Compare prices reviews...
Installed this unit in a '98 Honda Accord...Have to rely on the phone's screen to I would very much recommend this unit to friends and family...A must have for music lovers...
epinions.com
 
 
 
Clarion CX501 In Dash Receiver Details and Product ...
Epinions.com - Built-in Bluetooth Hands-free and Audio StreamingCX501 s built-in wireless Bluetooth interface supports HSP/HFP for hands-free operation and PBAP for ...
 
 
 
 
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cameraworld.com
May 16, 2011
Clarion 2-din Bluetooth CD/USB/MP3/WMA Receiver CX501 - CX501 - CameraWorld.com
CX501s built-in wireless Bluetooth interface supports HSP/HFP for hands-free operation and PBAP for phonebook download...Enjoy the familiar operational feel of your iPod and iPhone, with ALBUM/ARTIST/SONG LIST on screen display and List back operation...Protect Your Clarion 2-din Bluetooth CD/USB/MP3/WMA Receiver CX501 with an Extended Service Plan...
cnet.com
Clarion CX501 Overview & User Reviews - Car audio - CNET Reviews
User Rating: 5.0/5 from 1 user; ... Pros. Installed this unit in a '98 Honda Accord. The Bluetooth music streaming and Bluetooth calling work perfect using a Motorola ...