JVC KD-X260BT Digital Media Receiver Featuring Bluetooth/USB / 13-Band EQ, (2018 Model - Discontinued by Manufactuer)

A good stereo for what it is. Sound is good, the fact that the sound options allow you to optimize based on the vehicle is nice. I have a minivan, and it allows you to customize the sound for that vehicle. If you’re expecting a high end sound, this isn’t a Cadillac. You’re not buying a Bose sound system. But for the money it’s not bad. This is my 3rd JVC unit and this didn’t disappoint. Great unit. Keep in mind: NO CD player. But when all my music is digitized either on an iPod or my iPhone, what is the need? I do have an iPhone 11, and it paired no problem! My old unit was free m 2013 and it was not staying connected so I was prompted to upgrade. Controls are simple, easy to read. Want a budget minded system from a time tested and respected brand? Look no further! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Update: keep in mind 50 watts x4 peak power. And 22x4 normal conditions. Sorry but with 6 speakers in my minivan…. It’s not all that loud. There are times I’d really appreciate more sound amplification. At $120 for this, I’d expect better. The one I bought 10 years ago, another JVC unit, I paid the same and got way more power. Hey, this is still a great stereo for a budget. Even better if you’ve an amp to bump sound up a few notches. But overall had I known this, I’d have looked elsewhere. JVC you actually managed to disappoint me here. SELLER: if you’re reading this, make more clear it’s actual output please. ;)

I took some time to actually experience the radio before leaving my review. Let me start by saying that the sound quality is nice, very easy to understand the lyrics. I absolutely love the red color as we put it in an old Ford truck that has red interior. The face is nice and the display is clear both in day light and when its dark. This does have a USB slot, an AUX port, and a CD player, so you definitely have many options of what to listen to. I have been able to play Pandora and YouTube using the AUX cord, so that's always a huge plus. The buttons are easy to use, and have a nice space between them so bigger fingers can actually use it to. CD player plays smooth and I haven't had any issues with it skipping, even when we go muddin.The only thing I can say I have seen is that it does freeze sometimes. Like if I am changing the station a lot or something like that, I have noticed it freezing or lagging. Which can be annoying, but it usually only does it for a few seconds then it goes back to running the way it should be.

The features in this unit are unbelievable considering the price!Update- 8-11-19I’m still blown away by this head unit. I’ve been away from car audio for quite a while, but the specific audio features/tweaks that are in the menus are awesome. To think years ago we used to have to splice I to speaker wires to exclude set frequencies to a specific speaker... now all done in a simple menu.Better yet is the price. My days of spending $600-900 on a head unit are gone. It’s years later, and this thing blows it away at a fraction of the price.Currently have mine tied to a smaller Alpine amp with an 8” sub tucked away in a ‘69 Buick Skylark. Couldn’t ask for more!

I was looking for a new radio for my truck. I run factory speakers with a 10" sub in the back, and this radio sounds amazing! I would give it 5 stars, my only cons about the unit is the display is somewhat lackluster, layout wise, and the manual really doesnt come with any kind of in depth information about the settings and all in the radio, which was relatively easily overcome by some google searches and a minimal amount of research. If you're looking for a great radio for an affordable price, this is definitely a great unit.

This item has great sound - you can clearly hear all the high and low frequencies.The radio reception is flawless.I have a coby mp300 MP3 player which is slightly larger than a memory stick. I can plug it (with no batteries) directly on the USB port and then use the Stereo's buttons to play through the songs.When the car is turned off and then on, the stereo continues where it left off - this works both with the CD and USB.The remote is functional, though I rather use the Stereo directly.The default display is a DEMO mode, which could be turned off via the directions provided in the documentation.The documentation is clear, but is provided on a newspaper type of paper.This item has many other features which I have not yet used.I used a Metra 99-7892 Dash Kit and a Metra 70-1720 Wiring Harness to install it in a 96 Accord.The faceplate comes off in case you park your car in a less than desirable area.The only thing missing is SD card input, but giving the price I paid for this (about $67), I can not complain at all.I highly recommend this item.

Increased sound quality and volume by a lot but the menus are a little hard to work through, the screen doesnt get bright enough to see during the day even with 20% tint all the way around and it just feels super cheap. But if all you want is functionality this will be perfect for you.

I bought this specifically because it's very few frills.. no blue tooth, no wifi, no touch screen, and I am not disappointed. Sound is great, display is easy to read and use, and it plays my thumb drive and mp3 discs without issues. It was a bit tricky to install, but mostly due to my car being stupid, not the stereo's fault. Would totally buy again... in fact I did - I bought another one as a gift for my mom. She loves hers too.

I was in the market for an inexpensive bluetooth radio for a little project I did, works well and sounds great. Plenty of EQ settings! Only issue would be bluetooth connectivity. It connects quick and the spotify source works really well but the reception / distance is very weak / low. Sound will cut out a bit when I move the phone. Works best when up close and staying still. Could just be a defective unit but it works for the project I used it for. Cant complain for the price