dderoshia
New Member
New member who has recently purchased a 2003 Sea Ray 270 Sundeck. Also the first time I have ever used a forum discussion site:thumbsup::thumbsup:, so go easy on me. I am looking at updating my current sound system. Installed system is a Clarion (Model XMD1) AM/FM/CD Player along with 6 speakers (4 in the cockpit and 2 in the bow). At the helm, I have a Digital Display Remote Control. I believe that I also have a Power Amplifier made by Marine Audio (model MAA120-2) that is installed. I do not know this for certain because I searched the boat over and was unable to locate the amplifier, however, I do have the owners manual for this Amp that was with the other boat manuals.
My goal when I am all done is to have a reliable, great sounding and flexible system that I can attach either an I-Pod or a Serius receiver to. The issues I have with Player is that it sometimes skips and is not I-Pod compatible. I hope to keep the Remote Control and Speakers as part of the new system. For compatability issues, I am looking at a new Clarion XMD3 ($160) or a CMD4 ($200). Of course, I have also looked at a new Amp (APX490M-$195 or APX290M-$125) and possibly a Subwoofer. I am a real novice when it comes to this – what should I be aware of and am I heading in the right direction??
My goal when I am all done is to have a reliable, great sounding and flexible system that I can attach either an I-Pod or a Serius receiver to. The issues I have with Player is that it sometimes skips and is not I-Pod compatible. I hope to keep the Remote Control and Speakers as part of the new system. For compatability issues, I am looking at a new Clarion XMD3 ($160) or a CMD4 ($200). Of course, I have also looked at a new Amp (APX490M-$195 or APX290M-$125) and possibly a Subwoofer. I am a real novice when it comes to this – what should I be aware of and am I heading in the right direction??
