NEW vs OLD Eclipse HU

[trd_camry 10+ year member]

Just wondering..if there are any differences between the cda8445/cda8455 (last year model) and the cd5000 (2006 model)? They look pretty simlar to me

Does The newer model comes with new options or what?

i just wana know because i was looking through ebay and crutchfield..thinking to myself if i should get this year model (from crutchfield for $550) or stick with last year model (from ebay for $300)?

i need feedback for those who have experience with both model

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[newb 10+ year member]

2006 lineup looks like some Sony Xplods to me. So god **** ugly.

 

[jimmyjames1700 10+ year member]

Just wondering..if there are any differences between the cda8445/cda8455 (last year model) and the cd5000 (2006 model)? They look pretty simlar to me
Does The newer model comes with new options or what?

i just wana know because i was looking through ebay and crutchfield..thinking to myself if i should get this year model (from crutchfield for $550) or stick with last year model (from ebay for $300)?

i need feedback for those who have experience with both model

The new CD5000 is pretty much a CD8445, except it has the the capability to have an extra AUX input, control an extra CD changer, and of course the 5000 is iPOD ready ( with the iP-106 adapter $120 ). Also they updated the nobs on the CD5000's to have a more tacticle feel.

And I happen to love the look of the new Eclipse units. They do look horrible in pictures but look pretty sweet in person. The adjust illumination colors are awesome aswell.

 

[alphakenny1 10+ year member]

i believe the only difference between the 8455 and the CD7000 is that the CD7000 now has a 1 band PEQ for the sub. everything else is the same besides looks.

 

[FoxPro5 5,000+ posts]

What about preamp output voltage? I thought that Eclipse was dropping to 5v for the 06's....some correct me if I'm wrong here.

 

[alphakenny1 10+ year member]

What about preamp output voltage? I thought that Eclipse was dropping to 5v for the 06's....some correct me if I'm wrong here.

you sir are correct. i forgot the CD7000 dropped the preout voltage to 5v. but the CD5000 is still 8v.

 

[TheBigDu 10+ year member]

Does anybody own a CD5000 yet? I want to see some better pics than just those offered on Crutchfield.

I'm thinking about upgrading from a 9835 and there are a few things holding me back. I'm sure the SQ will be better on the Eclipse, but I still love my Biolite display and all the little features the Alpine has (fully-adjustable time alignment, nicer crossover settings, etc.)

Obviously, I could step up to the CD7000 or current 8455 for the same (plus some more) sound controls as my current Alpine, but that Biolite is just too nice...

 

[skierxx5556 10+ year member]

I dont think that the CD5000 or CD7000 have been released yet I put a down payment on a CD7000 and havent heard anything yet so...

 

[OldOneEye 10+ year member]

CD7000 has a different display from looking at the brochure. Outside of the 5 volt output, very similar to the 8455.

Juan

i believe the only difference between the 8455 and the CD7000 is that the CD7000 now has a 1 band PEQ for the sub. everything else is the same besides looks.

 

[OldOneEye 10+ year member]

From my experience, Crutchfield has better images as soon as they get on in their hands and get a chance to snap pictures. Sometimes they put up owners manuals they will scan themselves.

Juan

Does anybody own a CD5000 yet? I want to see some better pics than just those offered on Crutchfield.
I'm thinking about upgrading from a 9835 and there are a few things holding me back. I'm sure the SQ will be better on the Eclipse, but I still love my Biolite display and all the little features the Alpine has (fully-adjustable time alignment, nicer crossover settings, etc.)

Obviously, I could step up to the CD7000 or current 8455 for the same (plus some more) sound controls as my current Alpine, but that Biolite is just too nice...

 

[OldOneEye 10+ year member]

CD7000 has a different display from looking at the brochure. Outside of the 5 volt output, very similar to the 8455.
Juan

Right off crutchfield's site:

Looking for complete performance control?

Eclipse CD7000

For $150 more, the Eclipse CD7000 and get:

• SRS Circle Surround II

• Eclipse DSP with 7-band parametric EQ and time alignment

• SRS TruBass

• a full-color, high-definition Organic EL display

Juan