Has any one heard of this radio?

[gearhead72]

I am still a long way off from working on my interior, but when I do get to that point, I was planning to install a USA-6 radio to keep a semi stock appearance to my truck. However, all this talk about there quality has me concerned. I found this radio from a Classic Parts Catalog. It is a Kenwood model 801 its a Kenwood [clone] so it has to be good, right? Does anyone have any feed back on this radio?

http://www.halonmarketing.com/Kenwood%20Auto.jpg

CD Changer Ready!

Features:

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AM/FM
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Auto Reverse Cassette
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Music Search
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140 Watts (4x35) RMS
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Separate Bass & Treble
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Digital Clock
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4 Channel RCA pre-outs
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Power Fader
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Seek & Scan Tuning
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Power Antenna Lead
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Fast Forward & Rewind
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18 Station pre-sets
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European Frequency Capable (built in)
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Black or Chrome Face Available



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Custom AutoSound KNW-801 shown in '69-'72 Chevelle / Available for most vehicles

This model is a "clone" of the Kenwood KRC-3006 radio that was discontinued by Kenwood. CD changer controller buttons on this radio will control all the functions of the optional 10 disc CD changer.
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[Mr79C10]

Its a Kenwood, So couldn't be a bad stereo.

[68K20 x Drill]

My friends Custom Autosound deck was dissapointing, and when they refused to help, we installed it in the trash. It was pretty much a $25 receiver with a new plastic face, and a $150 price tag.

[gearhead72]

Originally Posted by Mr79C10

Its a Kenwood, So couldn't be a bad stereo.

Yea thats what thought until i saw the word "clone". I'm not exactly sure what they mean by that. either it's a Kenwood or it isn't. BTW I don't know what I would do with the cassette deck besides not use it.

[gearhead72]

Originally Posted by 68K20 x Drill

My friends Custom Autosound deck was dissapointing, and when they refused to help, we installed it in the trash. It was pretty much a $25 receiver with a new plastic face, and a $150 price tag.

Sounds like the Autosound deck is out of the question as far as I'm concerned. Thanks for the advise.

[Mr79C10]

Originally Posted by gearhead72

Yea thats what thought until i saw the word "clone". I'm not exactly sure what they mean by that. either it's a Kenwood or it isn't. BTW I don't know what I would do with the cassette deck besides not use it.

Real cool paper weight

[77GMCTruck]

That's depressing. I was thinking of getting one to keep my interior looking stock but get the modern technology for satelite radio or my IPod.

Anyone know of any other radios that look like the original ones (somewhat close) and have the new technology?

[gearhead72]

have you checked this web sight out yet?
[URL="http:taymanelectrical.com/"] it's kinda expensive but it sounds like they do a good job.