Opinions on a few Head Units with USB support.

[jsenek]

So I really like the idea of the HU + USB HDD in my car and was wondering if anyone had opinions on the following (listed with my top pro and top con):

*Pioneer DEH-P6900UB
Pros: From what I've seen, the navigation and "boot" times are really good.
Cons: It's not double-din and it won't match my lighting. If I don't hear otherwise, I'll probably give this one a shot.

Alpine IDA-X001
Pros: From what I've seen on youtube the mp3 browsing is 2nd to none.
Cons: No CD bay.

Clarion DXZ775USB
Pros: Rear port. Color matching.
Cons: Can't find much info or many reviews, so it's a shot in the dark.

*JVC KW-GX700
Pros: I think this would look almost stock in my '03 Type S.
Cons: Another shot in the dark. Rumor has it, it only supports up to 10Gb.

Kenwood DPX-501
Pros: Less stock than the above, but still better looking than a single din. Positive reviews at crutch.
Cons: I'm really not sure how well browsing mp3 files would work on that screen.

If someone out there has another recommendation, I'm all ears (err... eyes?). I really like the double-din look in my car ('03 Acura RSX Type S), but having the lower bay free would let me hide my HD in there and maybe affix it with a lock or an Acura emblem. Also, I started to list "Price" as a con on some of those but realized if it's worth it, it's worth it. Still I'm not prepared to drop $1000 on a HU alone.

Oh and just to reiterate, I want to use a portable HDD, not just a flash drive, so load times and supported models are a factor.

[thericman]

well..i have the alpine I303...awesome..
i have two 8gig usb sticks..had 75 albums on one stick..and still had some room left..talking about taking your whole collection with you!
and..when hooked up to an ipod classic...deck lights up ipod light..but!! the ipod displays the ALPINE symbol across its screen....ultra cool!!!