Options for stereo replacement in 2006 RX400H

vegasvet · 07-18-09, 03:16 PM

I just bought a 2006 Lexus RX400H and I love everything about it......except the factory stereo system. I went to a car audio shop today and they told me it would be extremely difficult to replace the stereo due to the configuration of the dash. He said I could upgrade the speakers and add an amp, but that was the best they could do.

I have the basic 6-disc changer stereo with no nav.

What options are available for upgrade or replacement? Is this something I have to do at the dealership? Should I just upgrade the speakers, etc?

Thanks for the help.

Travis

KeysRx300 · 07-19-09, 01:19 AM

Vegasvet

Welcome to Clublexus. Just a couple of tips.

Search Google prior to posting any questions. If you have no luck. Use the search function on Clublexus. Every question you could possibly think of asking. Ever. Has already been answered.

You want you to upgrade your stereo like this?

KeysRx300 · 07-19-09, 01:20 AM

Vegasvet

Try this web page.

http://shop.beatsonicusa.com/product...=2&productId=5

vegasvet · 07-19-09, 09:12 AM

Sorry about that - tried to search google, but didn't have any luck. And yes, the picture you showed would be similar to what I was thinking. I was looking at a single din stereo, but could be persuaded to go with double din if needed or if it looked better. Commenting on the most recent post with the website, will pieces made for the RX330 or RX350 fit for the RX400? (I am sure that has been answered somewhere on the site, but once again, I seem to be horrible at searching for information.

Travis

KeysRx300 · 07-19-09, 02:20 PM

As far as I know they are the same radio. You best bet is email the Beatsonic people. They will let you know.

TrendyTodd · 08-15-09, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by KeysRx300

You want you to upgrade your stereo like this?

I got a setup just like that. Oh wait, that IS my setup! LOL

06WTRX400H · 10-22-09, 01:19 PM

I really want to do this modd. a Double DIn Nav unit would be nice!

veleno · 07-19-09, 05:49 PM

You can always go the single din route instead of double din, using the same bracket/install kit as listed above.

mowmow · 08-04-09, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by veleno

You can always go the single din route instead of double din, using the same bracket/install kit as listed above.

We drive Lexus not Honda civics. so please don't cheapen the car with single din deck.

cp3o · 08-13-09, 01:03 AM

tle im interested in your extra radio trim

KeysRx300 · 08-13-09, 10:49 PM

Finally got my iPhone mount in today. So I will be putting in my Double DIN Kenwood stereo in this weekend.

Here is a picture of just the mount for the phone. 100 dollars

www.kudausa.com

veleno · 08-14-09, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by mowmow

We drive Lexus not Honda civics. so please don't cheapen the car with single din deck.

I disagree. Please explain how a single din player cheapens the car compared to a double din player. I know of single din players that cost between 2x-5x more than any double din HU that is currently available, or ever made for that matter.

For comparison, both Ferrari and Lamborghini put single din players in their cars, I guess they must be cheap?

Keys, nice mount. How does the phone stick to it? Or does it just rest on it?

mowmow · 08-14-09, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by veleno

I disagree. Please explain how a single din player cheapens the car compared to a double din player. I know of single din players that cost between 2x-5x more than any double din HU that is currently available, or ever made for that matter.

For comparison, both Ferrari and Lamborghini put single din players in their cars, I guess they must be cheap?

Keys, nice mount. How does the phone stick to it? Or does it just rest on it?

The RX comes with a size of a double din setup, it's natural to replace it with a double din system to retain some of the factory look. You might want to say so is a single din with a pocket hole. Well, it's just my personal opinion
single din with a pocket hole in most cars means you're not getting the full sound system for the car, a component is missing therefore to replace that emptiness, factory is replacing that missing component with a function pocket, hence my logic of single din cheapens the look on the RX.

You maybe right in some case single din decks may cost 2x-5x more than a double din but when you spend that kind of money on a deck, you also need to change the high end 2x-5x cost of wiring, speakers,etc to match the quality of the high end single din.

Now I said single din cheapens the RX and I never said anything about the stereo system in a Lambo or a Ferrari are cheap. So there is no comparison there

KeysRx300 · 08-14-09, 07:35 PM

I have a mount for my iphone that I will put on this weekend. Just a couple holes and screws. I am waiting to put it together this weekend. I am having a Double DIN Kenwood installed.

tle05 · 07-31-09, 09:33 PM

If anyone is looking for the JDM harrier radio trim to install an aftermarket radio, I have an extra I can sell. Just PM me if you're interested. Thanks