Clarion DXZ835MP or CDX-M850MP?

Guni_GuGu · Post by **Guni_GuGu** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 9:29 am

As the topic states, what do ya'll think?? I basically have a choice between either, and I'm tossing up between both... I think the Sony one looks better, but I think the clarion one, is just the better deck paper wise, with all it's features. Also, the Clarion one, can play WMA files, and I don't really have lots of WMA's, but I do have a few.... But i have lots and lots of mp3's...

As I said, I can get either..... WHat do ya'll recommend?

For those not in the know, heres the sony:
Sony-CDX850MP

and heres the clarion:
Clarion-DXZ835MP

FTO338 · Post by **FTO338** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 10:03 am

Well you just have to ask yourself, will you be expanding your sounds system later on (eg; DVD, TV Screen, AMP, 5.1 ch processor.......etc)

I believe the Clarion will give you better solution if you decide to expand your sound system later on. While the Sony is a better looking by far with limited feature.

The best person to speak to in Vic (since u in Melb) is DZYRME, PM him & i'm sure he point u to the right direction.

mrdj1234 · Post by **mrdj1234** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 10:32 pm

the sony's not that limited... aux input, stacker control, groovy display...

it's also got a nice high-pass filter for the main speakers, making it easier to tune the mains and subs to get a smoothe, sweet sound - also less main speaker distortion as they/the head unit aren't trying to make sub-bass. (but that's getting technical)

oh... and the Sony DSO rocks!

:D:D

jester · Post by **jester** » Sat Mar 20, 2004 5:02 pm

Hey Guni_GuGu

If it helps at all ive got -
the clarion -DB336MP

its a step down from the one u want to get ( and $400! cheaper)

it still plays MP3, WMA and all the rest.... I love it, its great. The sound is very crisp and clear. It peforms any way u want it 2 with no struggle.

As mine is probalbly the mid entry level decks the one u want will prob sound even sweeter! but done 4get your amp/speaker config thats crucial 2.
Im a big fan of sony 2....

but clarity is clarion! (

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FTOluv · Post by **FTOluv** » Fri Apr 30, 2004 1:21 am

The Clarion deck is by far the best choice out of the 2. It is regarded as the best deck available for under $800. It features DUAL 24-bit for optimal sound quality and it also outstanding value for money.
I have the previous version of that deck which in my opinion has a better physical finish to the desk (brush finish) but it doesnt support Mp3.
You would be a fool to go with the Sony deck.

d_stroy_r · Post by **d_stroy_r** » Fri Apr 30, 2004 2:56 pm

max power tested some decks which were under 300 pounds.

The results were;

Pioneer DEH P7500MP (36/40) than JVC KD LH3101 (33/40) and 3rd was Alpine CDA 9812RB (31/40)

The sony was pretty dissapointing with 24/40

Clarion was better with 27/40

Unfortunately they were not the exact same decks you want

They tested the SONY CDX M800 and the CLARION DXZ838RMP.

hope that helps

21mrk · Post by **21mrk** » Fri Apr 30, 2004 3:24 pm

Im a big fan on sony, and always have been. I know some people say that are crap compared to other big name brands, but I have all sony gear in my fto and it sounds great compared to my friends tx5 fusion and pioneer setup that sounds crap..

I always thought fusion was good, but my sound sounds better

Also, the sony is visually better looking and that plays a big part for me

it has to look good and sound good.

TheSentry · Post by **TheSentry** » Fri Apr 30, 2004 3:48 pm

My experience with lower end Sony stuff is that's it's not worth the price. I've heard the higher priced stuff is better but I can only comment on what I've sampled. My mate had an entry level Sony setup and he ended up changing it all for Alpine gear. I didn't think there'd be much of a difference but to say I was shocked would be an understatement.

21mrk · Post by **21mrk** » Fri Apr 30, 2004 3:54 pm

wow, I think i need to sample some other gear cause i think my headunit is only entry level, but my speaker/amp and sub are all from the mid to top of the range sonys...

Trouble is you can listen to the systems in the shop, but it dont give you a real good idea cause it sounds completely different in the car...

they should have some demo cars hehe

would make life easier

FTOluv · Post by **FTOluv** » Fri Apr 30, 2004 7:10 pm

that max power test doesnt give a proper insight on how good the actual deck is. If your running an amp , that decks power doesnt mean anything. All its doing a spinning a CD and reading from it.

I challenge anyone that can show me a better sound quality deck for that price.
Any other deck in its league is nearly twice its price.

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LORIDN · Post by **LORIDN** » Fri May 07, 2004 10:37 am

Well, just to give my personal opinion, I just recently purchased the DXZ-835MP and I reckon it is a really good unit, the sound quality from it is pretty darn good, and I prefer the look of it aswell as you can change the colour of the display to nearly match the colour of your dash, I can't fault it. But then again, I didn't either bother looking at the Sony so I have no idea what the're like

payaya · Post by **payaya** » Sat May 22, 2004 8:16 pm

ive got the Sony MP80 tray deck. Its pretty good!

Seriously if your not a really keep listener, have a huge amount spend on the amp speakers, you wouldnt notice the difference in sound qaulity. I for one cant notice the difference.

Dech power output means nothnig to me, as i have nothing running off the headunit.

If your running speakers off a headunit, you might as well buy a cheapo deck as you cant compare them to running off an amp, sound so much better!

I think for good sq you'll be better off concentrating more on speakers and amp.

Guni_GuGu · Post by **Guni_GuGu** » Sun May 23, 2004 12:01 am

payaya wrote:ive got the Sony MP80 tray deck. Its pretty good!

Seriously if your not a really keep listener, have a huge amount spend on the amp speakers, you wouldnt notice the difference in sound qaulity. I for one cant notice the difference.

Dech power output means nothnig to me, as i have nothing running off the headunit.

If your running speakers off a headunit, you might as well buy a cheapo deck as you cant compare them to running off an amp, sound so much better!

I think for good sq you'll be better off concentrating more on speakers and amp.

Well, I actually went ahead, and got the mp80, for the bling factor alone

But also, because outside of WMA support, which I really don't need, feature wise, they were very similar...

With that said though, how do I go about connecting this deck? I need one of those loom cable thingies... Where did you get yours from? Or did you just cut yours?

payaya · Post by **payaya** » Sun May 23, 2004 8:09 am

just go to mivec.co.uk and get the wiring diagram.

i cut the wires and used shrink wrap.

GPXXX · Post by **GPXXX** » Wed May 26, 2004 10:04 am

i'd go for the Sony model purely for looks alone, hehe...

Guni_GuGu · Post by **Guni_GuGu** » Wed May 26, 2004 8:37 pm

payaya wrote:just go to mivec.co.uk and get the wiring diagram.

i cut the wires and used shrink wrap.

Eek! I don't wanna cut my wires... so much nicer and neater when done properly....

Where do I even get a sony connection thingy? Can Mitsubishi supply em?

mrdj1234 · Post by **mrdj1234** » Thu May 27, 2004 9:25 pm

supercheap auto sell a number of wiring harness adaptor kits - especially from ISO and car manufacturer specific harnesses to most major brands of stereo connectors....

saw them last time I was browsing around.

can't say I used them myself... insulation tape works fine for me.

payaya · Post by **payaya** » Sat May 29, 2004 11:47 am

Guni_GuGu wrote:
payaya wrote:just go to mivec.co.uk and get the wiring diagram.

i cut the wires and used shrink wrap.
Eek! I don't wanna cut my wires... so much nicer and neater when done properly....

Where do I even get a sony connection thingy? Can Mitsubishi supply em?

doesnt look that bad! Strink wrap looks really neat!

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