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Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT

CD, MP3, WMA Receiver with Built-in Bluetooth Hands-Free Capability, Remote and Aux Input

4.9

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For those that enjoy high quality sound, this is the unit for you. The Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT is an amazing unit that allows the user to make all of the necessary adjustments to fully customize the music. Featuring a 16-band graphic equalizer, the user can easily adjust the sound level and playback. For systems that are using component speakers or subwoofers, this unit features high-pass and low-pass filters built right into the unit. This results in more accurate and precise sound from each speaker or subwoofer. When connecting to an amplifier, the unit supplies 5 volt preamp outputs for the highest quality of sound reproduction.

The unit also features a high quality Full-color Organic Electro-Luminescent (OEL) display. It will display all of the information needed for the CD, incoming phone call via the built-in Bluetooth, or the iPod with the appropriate Pioneer iPod adapter. The Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT is a quality receiver in a single DIN housing. It is sure to be the center of your car system for the years to come!

General Features:

  • In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA player with Remote
  • Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
  • Motorized, detachable face
  • Full-color Organic Electro-Luminescent (OEL) display
  • 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, and WMA
  • Supertuner IIID with 18FM/6AM presets
  • EEQ (parametric equalizer)
  • 24 bit digital-to-analog converter
  • High-and low-pass filters for improved speaker performance

Expandability Options:

Key Features:

  • Auditory User Interface
  • 3 Level loudness
  • Clock
Product History:
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In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver SizeSingle DIN
Faceplate SecurityDetachable
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 Equalizer16-Band Graphic EQ
Display TypeOEL Motion Display (Organic Electroluminescent)
Display ColorFull Color
Button ColorBlue
CD Signal-to-Noise100 dB
CEA-2006 CompliantYes
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 InputsOptional
Audio/Video OutputsN/A
USB InputNo
iPod Audio ConnectionOptional (Accessory Required and Sold Separately)
Satellite RadioOptional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately)
HD RadioNo
Bluetooth ConnectivityYes (Built-in/Included Bluetooth Controls, Adapter and Microphone Included)
Steering Wheel Control CompatibleYes (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer ControlsYes
Rear View Camera InputN/A
Memory Card ReaderNo
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration2 years
Labor Warranty Duration2 years
Warranty ProviderSonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT
Average Customer Rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars:
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
4.8
Value
4.8
Features
5.0
Design
4.8
Usability
4.3
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
July 21, 2010 The Best Head Unit In The Past 16 Years IMO
Review by
Michael from Shelburne, VT
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I have used them all, searching again and again through the years for the best head to utilize for my customer builds. I purchased this head unit 6 years ago and it was sadly stolen from my vehicle a year into the purchase. Luckily, it was time for a replacement. Six months ago I went on the hunt for a new one of these units and luckily Sonic Electronix has one. I searched high and low for eight months trying to get the best price NIB and only a very select handful of shops had these still. I saw the opportunity and snatched one of the last few up from these guys. As lame as it sounds, I have never felt so saddened in my life knowing that a product line was killed. Pioneer truly designed an amazing unit which has brought me many many years of happiness in my rides. This unit alone has accounted for my entire love of car audio. Full color display, programmable for full audio control, blue-tooth remote control of the stereo... Amazing.
This was Epic. This was the best of the best. And sadly, it is no more. If you can find one used, check out the ribbon cable on the motorized front. If not cracked at all (Eventually they give out after a good six years) buy the unit. (The ribbon cable is easy to replace.)
Good luck fellow shoppers, just know this item was legendary and will forever be remembered as the one bada** unit that could do it all.
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October 3, 2009 Good Deck, BT Issues?
Review by
Britton from Orem, UT
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I love this unit, my only concern is that it has a lot of full-connect failures when trying to connect to my BlackBerry Storm. I am supposing that it's RIM's(Blackberrys) fault and not Pioneer, because the Operating System is extremely buggie, and every time I make a call from the deck, it works perfect, but if I make the call from the phone, it fails like 50% of the time.

BlueTooth Audio also drops a lot, probably related to the same thing.
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September 13, 2009 Pioneer Premier DEH-P980BT
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Kat from Concord
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This product was purchased as a gift for someone overseas, but after 6 months, I have not heard any complaints from the recipient. This product was referred to me by a pre existing customer and backed by the trusted Pioneer name.
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July 2, 2009 Nice Radio
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Michael from Truman Mn.
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Has all of the options that I was looking for with Sirus Capability. Also has a neat Graphics option that I didn't expect. Good Radio for a Good Price
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May 25, 2009 coolest receiver
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Tim from London, KY
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Ok, this is on seriously cool headunit. I love everything about it. It has customizing options to suit even the most demanding enthusiast. The sound is quite simply unbelievable. I replaced a Alpine 9830, and it sounded so dull and lifeless even before I got this unit. After installing the P980BT I saw just how dull the sound really was.

Pioneer has always made good products and the tuner section in all Pioneer units is second to none, but this unit really blows all the others out of the water.

5 volt preamp outs, all the sound eq you could imagine, nice graphics and a really classy look, all add up to be the best receiver I have ever owned.

If you are looking for a truly highend receiver look no further.

It is a bit tricky to navigate but give yourself a day or two and you will know it inside and out
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Pioneer
Model number: DEH-P980BT
UPC: 012562793948
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Internal SKU: dehp980bt
Internal product ID: 7216
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