In-dash CD/mp3 player

[cema]

I want to get a CD/mp3 player for my car. Nothing fancy, just something that would play CD, CD-R, mp3 disks. Can you recommend me something? Or at least which features to look for?

A related question is installation; I would rather have it installed by a professional. Any recommendations?

Thanks.

Comments

[ptchk.livejournal.com]

http://www.crutchfield.com/ -> car accessories -> find what fits my car -> choose...
I got mine (Panasonic CQ-DP383Q) there... No installation service though... I don't think you'll have any problem installing it yourself especially if you have friends with a warm garage...

[cema.livejournal.com]

Does it play wma files too?
Does it play mp3 files from a disk that has several folders, or a disk that has non-playable files in addition to playables?

I visited Best Buy and CircuitCity and tried to find reasonable online descriptions of what I had found there, but it seems a little overwhelming.

[arbat.livejournal.com]

I would imagine that you can find plenty of professionals who can install it. I would try the dealership that sells this make of the car first.

Also, cema, check - Crutchfield has info on the particular sizes that can be installed in your car.

[cema.livejournal.com]

That's right. Most of them fit, though some stick out.