Panasonic CQ-C9800U Car CD/ MP3 Player

Pros: Powerful internal amp, customizable displays
Cons: Getting it tuned just right isn't the easiest.

OK I have only had this head unit a few days, but so far I can say it is one of the best I have ever owned. It has features that a lot of other decks have, AM/FM/CD (including CD-R and CD-RW playback), MP3, WMA, cd changer controls and aux input. What ...

Pros: well... Pretty much everything.
Cons: Display washes out a little in direct sunlight

I have had this deck installed for about 2 weeks now, and am very pleased. Installation was typical of any in-dash deck, although I have to say the manual was detailed and easy to read (of course I read it after I installed it). My decision to buy this unit was based on several factors: 1) I am partial to Panasonic products, 2) I needed a deck with mp3/wma capability, 3) It had every feature I could think of.

As there are so many things about it I love (mp3/wma, display, power, looks, dimmer, rotary knob, motorized detachable face and on and on),I'll just mention the few minor issues I have.

There is possibly too much customization, and I find myself constantly tweaking EQ settings or the LPF and HPF etc. Not a flaw with the deck, more a flaw with the user. About the only real issue would be that the display washes out somewhat in direct sunlight, likely due to the mirrored finish.

Overall, this is a brilliant deck and I would gladly buy it again.