The MP338 is a fine unit for anybody looking for a basic stereo with great audio quality. This unit looks very similar to the KDC-MP438U, which is to say it's EXACTLY the same, but lacks a USB port. The USB port-shaped space right next to the AUX port, which is hidden behind a silly flip up door, just makes it painfully obvious you're using a stripped down unit.
The display is BRIGHT, and that might be a problem because the MP338 only features a manual dimmer. The controls are plentiful, but simple enough to get a hang of. The sheer number of options can be daunting, but not necessarily overly complicated. You can even regulate the audio levels across the sources.
Kenwood forgot to include their famous Attenuator button on the faceplate, but instead places it on the included remote. But who needs a remote control for a device that's 2 feet away from you?
The included amplifier is efficient and clean-sounding. The front panel aux input, especially with the little flip-up door is clumsy.
The MP338 is fine unit and is tough to pass up for the price.
Allows you to connect your cell phones to make and receive hands-free calls in the car through your car stereo sound system • Full Bluetooth call functions • Streaming audio support
Connects Your XM Ready Kenwood Car Receiver with the Universal XM Car Radio Tuner CNP2000UC and CNPKEN1 • Subscription to XM Radio required and sold separately • Includes Universal Tuner Module (CNP2000UC), Kenwood Module (CNPKEN1) and Antenna also included
Control a SIRIUS plug-and-play radio or universal tuner from your Kenwood stereo • Kenwood Sirius Radio Translator for In-dash Head Units • Compatible only with optional Sirius SC-1 satellite radio tuner
Complete Kenwood package including SIRIUS Satellite Radio Interface + SIRIUS Connect Universal Tuner • Also includes antenna • Subscription sold separately and required for operation • Works with Kenwood Satellite Ready stereos 2005-up