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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X599

Single DIN AptX Bluetooth In-Dash CD/AM/FM Car Stereo w/ Android & iPhone Compatibility

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• Android and iPhone Connectivity
• Built-In AptX Bluetooth
• 5-Band Equalizer
• 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs
• 50W x 4 Chan. MAX, 22W x 4 Chan. RMS

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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X500

OUR PRICE: $129.99

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Product Highlights


• Android and iPhone Connectivity
• Built-In AptX Bluetooth
• 5-Band Equalizer
• 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs
• 50W x 4 Chan. MAX, 22W x 4 Chan. RMS

Description


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General Features:

  • Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X599 In-Dash Receiver
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • Detachable face plate
  • 13-digit LCD display with variable color illumination
  • Siri Eyes Free Control
  • Remote control included
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • CD/CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • iPod and iPhone Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable and USB-to-Lightning Cable compatible
  • Built-in Android AOA control and charging of select Android devices using the USB connection: USB-to-Micro USB cable compatible
  • Pandora and iHeartRadio internet radio control with Android and iPhone devices
  • 5-band parametric equalizer
  • Sound Reconstruction improves the sound of heavily compressed music files
  • Low pass filter and subwoofer level control
  • High pass filter for speakers
  • 3.5mm Front Audio Auxiliary Input
  • Front USB Input
  • Music Drive allows you to select audio from multiple flash drives/memory cards in a connected USB hub
  • CD text information display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)

Bluetooth Features:

  • Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
  • Supports A2DP audio streaming
  • AptX audio coding technology provides near CD-quality sound
  • Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones
  • Includes an external wired microphone for clear, convenient talking

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready: SiriusXM Radio Package and subscription required and sold separately
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC ControlPRO or Axxess ASWC-1 are required and sold separately

Product history:

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(newest, current model)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X500)

Specifications & Details


In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Single DIN
Anti-Theft Security
Detachable Faceplate
Wireless Remote
Yes
Peak Power Output
50 watts x 4 channel
RMS Power Output
22 watts x 4 channel
Preamp RCA Outputs
3 Sets (6-channel)
Dedicated Subwoofer Preamp RCA Output
Yes
Preamp Voltage
4 volts
Built-In Equalizer
5-Band
Display Type
LCD Text Display
Smartphone Integration
Compatible Smartphones
iPhone (iOS)
Android
iPhone Control
Navigation App Compatible
Siri Eyes Free Control
Pandora Control
Android Control
Pandora Control
Expandability Features
Inputs
Auxiliary (Front)
Auxiliary (Rear)
USB (Front)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
DO NOT USE - Universal (Accessory required and sold separately)
  • PAC SWI-CP5: PAC ControlPRO Universal Steering Wheel Control Interface
  • Axxess ASWC-1: Axxess ASWC-1 Universal Steering Wheel Control Interface
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
18
AM Presets
6
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Sonic Electronix

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

KDC-X599

Weight:

7.00lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcx599

Internal Product ID:

91191

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Customer Ratings & Reviews



5 star
91%
4 star
9%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%



Durability
4.6
Value
4.9
Features
4.8
Design
4.8
Usability
4.7

Customer Reviews

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killer stereo

ive had this for about 2 mos now i pulled out the stock stereo in my 2002 suburban and put in this kenwood unit and replaced a;ll the speakers with hertz speakers haven done the sub yet still running the stock one. Thjis unit has serious balls its so loud itll give you a nose bleed. Easy to use and install and sounds better than most higher priced ones i definetly recomend this to anyone who wants to rock

By scottdanny on May 15, 2015

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So far so good

I have had this unit in for a couple of weeks.
Pros: It has all of the features I wanted that would fit my truck (really wanted DD but didn't want to go through the extra expense of modding the truck and didn;t want a flip screen). The unit sounds nice, has a clean look and is easily controlled once you get used to all of the sub menus.

Cons: Most of the colors that can be chosen you cannot see in direct sunlight. The aqua color works best for me for sunlight visibility. The volume knob is tight but its brand new and is already loosing up, It is slick as well so if you plan on using the headunit instead of the remote, be warned the volume knob will be difficult to operate until it is "broken in".

I haven't gotten my subs in yet so I cannot speak about the 4v preout yet. I will update this review sometime down the road.

By Mike on March 4, 2015

19

found this helpful.

Excelon KDC-X599

This is one of the nicest Kenwoods I have owned. I have two others an really dislike the radio selection method. I am glad they went back to the preset buttons. This makes it much easier to change channels when driving without having to look at the radio.

By George on June 21, 2015

15

found this helpful.

Great dtereo

Very pleased with the sound this stereo puts out, even threw factory speakers. Functions are easy to use plus has a lot of personal set-up options. Outperforms a lot of more expensive stereo's. Would definitely recommend!!!

By Charles on March 27, 2015

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found this helpful.

kenwood kdc 599

Awsome Stereo!!! I'm 45 years old and have bought many in the past.this is by far the best iv ever had and price was great!!

By Christopher on September 18, 2015

6

found this helpful.

Great unit

This is a very good head unit for the price.

By derek on December 26, 2015 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

3

found this helpful.

Price+features=WIN

I just installed my X599 2 weeks ago along with pioneer A series speakers and an audio pipe subwoofer. Let me tell you the hpf, lpf, and phase control make it a breeze to set up the sound stage in the car. The multicolor display is nice, but as some have said it is quite dim during the day. 4v preamp outputs let me amp strain less and still put out lots of bass. All in all I would buy this head unit over and over again because of the price and features.

By Jose Jr on December 25, 2015

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found this helpful.

Awesome Head Unit

Upgraded from a KDC-396 i believe. That head unit was pretty good, but the Bluetooth connectivity would not play any bass, all the low frequencies were gone. I got around this by using an aux cord. I also felt like there was some sound quality missing.

Onto the XDC-599. Wow...What a difference. The bluetooth works flawlessly now. But the range of customizability, setting speaker size, 15 band equalizer, setting frequency ranges for tweeter and woofers...I was impressed. Finally am able to get out of my system what I paid into it. Completely worth it.

By Daryl on June 29, 2016 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

great

owned a ddx 770 and had got this for the daily car and i love it

By marco on March 19, 2016 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

Nice look, great price for the features

After much deliberation I decided on this head unit for my Tahoe, which had a 1.5 DIN configuration. I wanted to connect to a 4 channel amp and needed the appropriate outputs. I compared side by side with Alpine and Sony offerings and this just had everything at a better price. I know Kenwood makes quality products (amp and speakers are also kenwood).

By Petrolhead on February 22, 2016 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

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