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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991

CD, MP3, WMA Receiver with OEL Display, USB Input, Aux Input, 512 MB of Internal Music Storage and Remote

4.9

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General Features:

  • In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA player with Remote
  • Motorized, detachable face
  • 4096-Color OEL display
  • 512MB built-in internal Music Storage
  • USB and Aux Inputs
  • Wireless remote control included
  • Blue button lighting
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • CD Text Display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 2-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, WMA, USB, and AUX input
  • Tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
  • System Q EX (3-band parametric equalizer)
  • BBE MP Digital Sound processing to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
  • Digital audio platform improves dynamic range and noise tolerance

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of gold plated 5V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: A subscription is required for service as well as either the Kenwood SIRIUS Satellite Radio Package or Kenwood XM Radio Package
  • HD Radio Ready: Kenwood KTC-HR200 HD Radio Tuner is required and sold separately
  • Bluetooth Ready: Kenwood KCA-BT200 required and sold separately
  • iPod Ready: Kenwood KCA-iP200 is required and sold separately
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 required and sold separately
  • Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
  • Rear USB input
  • CD Changer ready

Key Features:

  • 12-point crossover
  • Up to 10 downloaded wallpapers
  • SRS WOW HD Digital signal processing
  • G-Analyzer
  • External media control
  • 2-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Product History:
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(newest, current model)
Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X993)
Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X990 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991)
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver SizeSingle DIN
Faceplate SecurityDetachable
Security Code
Motorized FaceplateYes
Remote ControlYes
Peak Power Output50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs3 Pairs (Front, Rear, and Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA OutputYes
Preamp Voltage5 volts
Built-In EqualizerSystem Q-EX/E's -- 3 Bands Parametric w/ 6 Presets
Display TypeOEL Motion Display (Organic Electroluminescent)
Display Color4,096 Variable Colors
Button ColorBlue
CD Signal-to-Noise110 dB
CEA-2006 CompliantNo
Playback Features
AM/FM TunerYes
FM Presets18
AM Presets6
CD-R/RW PlaybackYes
MP3 PlaybackYes
WMA PlaybackYes
DVD / Video PlaybackNo
Expandability Features
NavigationNo
Audio/Video InputsRear 3.5mm
Optional
Audio/Video OutputsN/A
USB InputRear
iPod Audio ConnectionOptional (Accessory Required and Sold Separately)
Satellite RadioOptional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately)
HD RadioOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Bluetooth ConnectivityOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Steering Wheel Control CompatibleYes (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer ControlsOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Rear View Camera InputNo
Memory Card ReaderNo
iPod Information
Compatible Apple Devices5G iPod Video (30, 60, & 80GB)
iPod Classic (120GB)
iPod Classic (80 &160GB)
iPod Nano 1st Generation (1, 2, & 4GB)
iPod Nano 2nd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 3rd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 4th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Touch 1st Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 2nd Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPhone
iPhone 3G
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Customer Review Summary for Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991
Average Customer Rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars:
4.9
based on 7 Reviews
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
4.9
Value
4.3
Features
5.0
Design
5.0
Usability
4.0
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
July 5, 2009 Clean and Clear Music
Review by
Johnson from Miami, FL
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got to love kenwood decks
the music is so clean and clear. alot of function and the best is the usb function
no more burning cd or dvd
get an 8 gigs stick and thats all you need
wish it would work with iphones but it don't :(
will recommend it to friends
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June 30, 2009 Perfect sound, confusing to operate
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Daniel from Fort Wayne, IN
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This has the most clear, crisp, perfect sound capabilities I have heard. The operation is somewhat confusing
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May 19, 2009 THE BEST OUT THERE...!! BUY IT.!!!
Review by
Aaron from Nebraska
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I bought this deck and i tell you what it's the king oF deck's i love it it's
LOUD AND CLEAR....!!! (NO JOKE)! THE BEST KENWOOD MADE...!!! ITS DECKED OUT COMPLETELY....!!!! WELL BUY IT......
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April 15, 2009 Best Kenwood made
Review by
Luna from california, oxnard
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This radio is perfect. The best kenwood made in my opinion.
The color display is cool, the features are endless. The sound is clean and clear and the 5V preouts are nice. Unlike others, i like the large remote makes it hard to lose. I only wish the internal memory was larger or upgradeable.
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March 7, 2009 This thing rocks
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Carlos from Illinois
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I love this thing, have loads of songs downloaded right in it; after a friend gets in, they can just plug in their ipod and off we go; and got the bluetooth phone set up in it. I love it!
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: KDC-X991
UPC: 019048172228
Weight: 6.00 lbs
Internal SKU: kdcx991
Internal product ID: 11762
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Customer Testimonial

I was looking for a deck for my car and this was the place with the best price! My order came within 2 business days, I was very pleased with my purchase. I'd highly recommend.

- Annie from Alameda

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