Head unit Lifespan

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Topic: Head unit Lifespan

Posted By: thapimpfromchi
Subject: Head unit Lifespan
Date Posted: June 10, 2004 at 10:43 AM

"It's a hint that the factory stereo has lived its long and fruitful life of 7 years and it's time to look into getting a new deck and speakers. "- quoted from stevdart in another thread. It got me thinking, how long does the average head unit last? I bought my current head unit about 3 years ago and its acting up on me now.

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1990 Honda Civic HB:
Clarion DXZ545MP H.U.
2- 6.5" Power Acoustik interiors
Diamond Audio 600.1 amp
Diamond Audio 15" M6MKII
Pyramid PB881X 4 CH. Amp

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Posted By: DYohn
Date Posted: June 10, 2004 at 11:58 AM

Electronic equipment manufacturers generally do not design in a life span, but take a look at the warranty offered by the maker of your gear and you will get a good idea about how long they expect it to last. Heads will last anywhere from "first use" to "forever" depending on the components used and the quality of the construction.

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Posted By: forbidden
Date Posted: June 10, 2004 at 12:54 PM

Many head units can work for many moons, but with the vast majority of them built to hit the price point they usually die right after the warranty expires. Imagine that. posted_image

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