Kenwood KDC-MP145 In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Receiver with Aux Input

Kenwood KDC-MP145 In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Receiver with Aux Input Review

Kenwood KDC-MP145 In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Receiver with Aux Input Feature

• AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA receiver
• 4 x 50 Watts maximum power; one 2V preamp output with low pass filter, rear/sub switch
• 11-digit, one line FL display; red key illumination with manual dimmer
• Includes front auxiliary input for use with external devices
• One-year limited warranty

Kenwood's KDC-MP145 is a quick way to add WMA/MP3 playback to your vehicle, along with a front input for your portable music player. This CD receiver keeps it simple, delivering playback of your digital files from a data disc, AM/FM radio, a preamp output for expansion, and quality Kenwood sound on a budget.

A quick way to add WMA/MP3 playback to your vehicle. Click to enlarge.

Easy-to-read, one-line, 11-digit flourescent display.

Front-panel aux input for connecting your portable music player.

Removable Faceplate
Like many modern car stereos, the faceplate of this model can be removed and taken with you, to help deter theft. The control panel is equipped with an easy-to-read, one-line, 11-digit flourescent display for easy control and navigation.

CD and WMA/MP3 Playback
Enjoy your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or burn a disc of WMA or MP3 files and enjoy hours of music on a single disc, along with ID-3 tag display for artist and title info.

FM/AM Tuner
When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Store your favorite stations as presets for instant access--mixed preset tuning allows both FM and AM stations to be preset on the same preset band.

Front Auxiliary Input
Listen to external audio devices like MP3 players using the front auxiliary input, which is illuminated so it's easy to find in the dark.

Room To Grow
The KDC-MP142 features one 2V preamp output for system expansion. It includes a rear/subwoofer switch with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you can send just what you need for your system.

System Q Sound Control
Five factory pre-set equalization curves (Rock, Top40, Pops, Jazz and Easy, plus a flat setting) and three speaker matching curves (OEM, 6x9, 5/4 plus a flat setting) can be combined for extreme sound-shaping flexibility. The preset curves include midrange contouring, giving music more clarity and presence. The preset curves can also be combined with the unit's bass, midrange and treble controls allowing users to personalize the sound to their particular taste.

Bass Boost
Handy for listening at lower volume levels (or for those who just like a lot of low-end).

What's in the Box
Kenwood KDC-MP145, Wiring Harness, Installation Tools and Hardware, Owner's Manual, Warranty Card The KDC-MP145 makes listening to your portable music player in the car so easy even a… well you understand. On the front panel of this beautifully designed car stereo is a stereo mini plug, simply connect your iPod to the input and you’re rocking it.