Aftermarket head unit

[nuc1]

I run an Ipad Mini 4 controlling a hidden Pioneer single DIN in my Tundra. Only have the Pioneer as I actually listen to FM (backwoods Central VA) otherwise could have digital audio direct to the DSP. Ipad is jailbroken so pretty much do what I want with it. Use primarily a CarPlay-like app but also have all the other apps one could need (jailbroken versions Youtube, iheart, Spotify, etc.). Activator app lets it turn on when key taken to ACC and lock/turn screen of with truck off plus a bunch of other actions. Ipad is removable so I can transfer between Tundra and M3. Actual system consists of JL Audio (DSP, amps, subs) with a 3 way active front (HAT Legatia). Finally got the reverse camera working with the Ipad (only took 6 months...).
Currently working on the same thing in the M3; just tore apart my old Dynavin to use as an ipad mount. Goal is to have the ipad slide in behind the front facia to keep it looking OE-like. Arudino will allow interface between the ipad/buttons and K bus on the M3. M3 will have almost the same as the Tundra except 2 way active front (no room or easy way to do a 3 way active front without serious mods to door or huge A pillar mounts).

IMO, the only thing the Eonon/Dynavins have going for them is the OE-like integration. Everything else is shite.

Mike

[maw1124]

I went Dynavin because my OEM screen was pixelated and I wanted factory look with subwoofer control. Named units weren’t in this market then. Today, I’d probably just do a named unit that fits reasonably well. No one will know it’s not OEM but you and the handful of people on this Board. No one will care. And now that Dynavin puts its name on the head unit the stealth advantage is gone. Silly move, BTW, IMO.

SQ is better with Dynavin + Amps + BavSound.

maw

[Ramps]

I have an Eonon from a few years ago, 2gig ram, octa core android 8 I believe? I might be replacing it with a newer xtrons with carplay and more ram. The Eonon sounds acceptable turned up once you adjust the eq. But it has a low hiss coming out of the speakers whenever it’s on that my previous circa 2011 Dynavin didn’t have. Also the volume at 0 is off, and one notch up is at speaking level volume, there’s no ‘quiet’.

[Chris442]

I’ve had my M3 for 2 weeks, and I just installed the Avin. Pretty pricey for what it is, but it definitely looks like it belongs there. CarPlay has worked well for me so far, and I had to dig around online to figure out how get to the factory settings menu to make a few changes to it. For example, the volume as it came was simply too high. Going to 5 was pretty loud and 1 wasn’t exactly all that quiet. Now it’s better although perhaps too low. The Bluetooth phone seems to be very clear using a Enfig mic in the stock location in sunroof motor cover. I would tell you how I-BUS works, but it seems to have arrived unlicensed. I emailed support with Avin and got a very quick response saying my request was being passed along to someone. That was on Thursday and I haven’t heard a thing since, so draw whatever conclusion you want from that.

Overall, it looks and seems to function well, but it didn’t come cheap. There is a steep learning curve on how to use it and how to install it, and there is practically zero documentation about how to install it or use it included with it. The jury is still out on the support for me, but I’m not hugely optimistic.

[usdmej]

pretty much boils down to this

Aftermarket double din - best performance, most polished product/expandability from known brands, non-oem/aftermarket aesthetics, SQ build starts here
Dynavin - more integrated looking solution, fairly well sorted, responsive us based customer service, I-bus/CAN functionality starts here
Avin/Eonon/alibaba brands - arguably most integrated looking, tinkerers preference, little to no customer support so you should at the very least be well versed in the available online DIYs

[inlinesix123]

I personally went with Dynavin. I also felt like my audio quality got worse after
I've also had Eonon, audio quality was worse than Dynavin.

[E464life]

Dynavin, Avant, Eonon. So much options? Which one did you guys go with and why?