Kenwood Car Stereo

Kenwood KDC-168U

The Kenwood KDC-168U CD receiver is a versatile audio system designed to elevate your in-car entertainment experience. With its built-in MOSFET amplifier, it delivers 22 watts RMS and up to 50 peak watts across four channels, ensuring a powerful and clear sound. The detachable faceplate features a 13-digit LCD display with vibrant red button illumination, making it easy to control and navigate your music selections.
This receiver is compatible with various disc formats, including CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, and it can even handle discs loaded with MP3 and WMA music files. For those who prefer smartphone integration, the KDC-168U offers iPod/iPhone control, allowing you to manage your Apple device seamlessly. It's also compatible with the Music Control app for select Android phones, providing flexibility for different users.
When it comes to audio quality, the Kenwood KDC-168U doesn't disappoint. It boasts System Q Sound Control with eight EQ curves and a 3-band equalizer, allowing you to fine-tune the sound to your preferences. Kenwood's sound reconstruction technology enhances the quality of audio files encoded at low bit rates, ensuring a rich and immersive listening experience.
The receiver features a USB port that's compatible with flash drives containing MP3, WMA, WAV, and FLAC files. With Drive Change functionality, you can easily select audio from multiple connected USB devices, making it convenient to switch between your favorite music sources. Additionally, the unit offers bass boost and loudness controls, a low-pass filter, and subwoofer level control, giving you complete control over your audio settings.
In terms of expandability, the Kenwood KDC-168U provides direct iPod/iPhone control via its USB input, eliminating the need for additional adapters. However, if you prefer to keep your iPhone cable at home, you can add Kenwood's optional cable for seamless connectivity. The receiver also includes a front-panel auxiliary input and USB port for added convenience.
For those with factory steering wheel audio controls, this receiver is compatible with most of them (adapter required). The menu settings are available in both English and Spanish, ensuring ease of use for a broader audience. Elevate your car audio experience with the Kenwood KDC-168U CD receiver, offering a blend of functionality, flexibility, and superb sound quality.
Kenwood KDC-168U Features:

CD receiver with AM/FM tuner

Built-in MOSFET amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)

Detachable face with 13-digit LCD display and red button illumination

Plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, including discs loaded with MP3 and WMA music files

iPod/iPhone control (also compatible with Music Control app for select Android phones)

Pandora and iHeartRadio control with iPhone

System Q Sound Control (8 EQ curves and a 3-band equalizer)

Kenwood sound reconstruction for improved audio quality of low-bit-rate files

USB port compatible with flash drives containing MP3, WMA, WAV, and FLAC files

Drive Change for selecting audio from multiple connected USB devices

Bass boost and loudness controls

Low-pass filter and subwoofer level control

iPod/iPhone direct control via USB input (adapter optional)

Front-panel auxiliary input and USB port

2-channel preamp outputs (2.5-volt, switchable rear/sub)

Compatibility with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)

English and Spanish menu settings

In the Box: CD receiver (10A fuse) Face (attached) Trim ring (attached) Sleeve (installed) Wiring harness Remote control (RC-406) CR2025 3V battery (installed in remote) 2 Removal tools Face-fixing screw Instruction Manual (En/Fr/Sp)

Returns Accepted for this item if it's within 30 Days