There any other head units I can put in my car? I have a mach 460 in there now and want the MP3 playback. I was going to buy a used mach 1000, but I'd like to get something even better. Anybody know of any other good ones for a replacement mach?

 

You wil have to replace the amp(s) and speakers as well.

 

I've been told there is actually a harness that you can use for a direct replacement of the mach with any head unit. have you asked any sounds shops about a harness/adapter? never seen it myself, so take it with a grain of salt.

 

It doesn't work on an 04. There is no harness for the 04 to incorporate an aftermarket head with the stock 460.

 

is the 04 different from the 03? i had the mach460 system stock...and now i have an alpine head unit...i have an 03 GT...i didnt think the dash changed at all in 04.

 

I am not sure. There is a harness that works with 99-02 I think. I'm not clear on the years but I'm fairly sure 03/04 do not have a hanress that will work.

 

i think they do you just have to check out a few differnt companys. and about ever cdplayer for 150 on up will play MP3s and have a better sound than a factory. Id check into Eclipse if you want a really nice one.

 

The issue that I "heard" is that the rear amps power the mid range drivers and the head unit powers all the tweeters.

 

damnit. so what if i were to just break down and buy a mach 1000 head unit? will i have to replace more than just the head unit to get it to work? i just had a sub and amp put in. now i'm wanting some mp3 playback.

 

the stock units suck anyways, the CDs get jamed and they get hot, i would get an aftermarket unit, that is also set up for satillite radio and an I-pod, you will probably need an install kit, bring it to best buy and find out what you need.