Audio 10 CD player, Can any CD player replace it?

A210AMG · 05-02-2009, 06:00 PM

Hello

Wifes Audio 10 CD player is playing up, the CD's keep skiping or not reading (probably due to the audio books she continues to play)

Anyway I was going to replace this with say a Sony or Kenwood maybe one with an iPod connector.

Can I simply remove the audio 10 and install a new one?

Would I need a harness for the back to connect to the Mercedes loom?

Thanks

adewall55 · 05-02-2009, 10:37 PM

The connections are standard ISO connectors, so as long as the stereo you're fitting has the same connections, not a problem. Even if they are different, autoleads do harnesses for virtually any stereo to save you cutting into the loom.

Will · 05-02-2009, 11:03 PM

Not overly familiar with the A-class, but does it have steering wheel controls for the stereo etc? If so, it might limit your choices for an aftermarket unit if you wish to retain this functionality.

You could always look on eBay etc for a replacement unit, or maybe contact Alfie on here ( www.comandonline.co.uk ), he might be able to help you find a replacement unit or perhaps even know someone who could repair your current one

Will

A210AMG · 06-02-2009, 10:51 AM

Thanks,

No buttons on the wheel so should be ok with any if I can get a connector?

Will · 06-02-2009, 11:01 AM

I would've thought so

As well as the brands you mention, consider a Becker with iPod interface for the superb quality and undesrtated OEM-look

Will

Ian_C · 06-02-2009, 11:21 AM

Just looking at doing exctly the same myself, and was quite shocked at what you get for your money these days head unit wise :

http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/stock01/kdc_w808.asp

Great value

Ian

Tan · 06-02-2009, 11:48 AM

You can fit a normal stereo though you will need to fit the stereo's cage. We did the reverse with my Dad's A-class. We took out the Sony that was fitted and replaced it with a Mercedes Audio 30 APS unit.

It was very straight forward, just plug and play.

A210AMG · 07-02-2009, 07:23 PM

I agree price wise Head units seem to have come right down. Not so long ago

£500 - £750 was the going rate for a unit that wouldn't do half that now of a £200 unit...

Guess with iPods and MP3's etc less call for high end units?

GazCaff · 07-02-2009, 07:29 PM

The CLK I'm picking up next week has an Audio 10 fitted which I will let you have provided Ian Walker doesn't mind as he has first shout on it.

I'm fitting my Blaupunkt to my new car so I won't need it.

timskemp · 07-02-2009, 07:30 PM

I fitted an Alpine 9812RB to mine, no problem at all. Also had all the speakers replaced with alpine components and filled the boot with sub...

Will · 07-02-2009, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GazCaff

The CLK I'm picking up next week has an Audio 10 fitted which I will let you have provided Ian Walker doesn't mind as he has first shout on it.

I'm fitting my Blaupunkt to my new car so I won't need it.

Hi Gareth,

If Ian Walker or A210 doesn't want the Audio 10, could I please ask if I may put myself in line for it?

Happily pay you for it too, my friend has a CLK with an Audio 10 tape unit and he was looking to change it for an Audio 10 CD as his tape unit is a bit temperamental.

Best of luck with the new car and if the Audio 10 does come out and Ian/A210 doesn't want it please let me know

Cheers,

Will

henry1 · 19-03-2009, 10:21 PM

I've been thinking about changing my Audio 10, but will the 6CD changer be compatable with many after market HUs?

Thanks

05-02-2009, 06:00 PM	#1
A210AMG Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: England Posts: 4,536	Audio 10 CD player, Can any CD player replace it? Hello Wifes Audio 10 CD player is playing up, the CD's keep skiping or not reading (probably due to the audio books she continues to play) Anyway I was going to replace this with say a Sony or Kenwood maybe one with an iPod connector. Can I simply remove the audio 10 and install a new one? Would I need a harness for the back to connect to the Mercedes loom? Thanks

05-02-2009, 10:37 PM	#2
adewall55 New Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Midlands Car: 2000X C240 Sport Auto Tip Posts: 27	The connections are standard ISO connectors, so as long as the stereo you're fitting has the same connections, not a problem. Even if they are different, autoleads do harnesses for virtually any stereo to save you cutting into the loom.

05-02-2009, 11:03 PM	#3
Will Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Surrey Car: 2001 CLK55 AMG / 1993 190E 1.8 LE Auto / 1991 300TE Auto Posts: 7,006	Not overly familiar with the A-class, but does it have steering wheel controls for the stereo etc? If so, it might limit your choices for an aftermarket unit if you wish to retain this functionality. You could always look on eBay etc for a replacement unit, or maybe contact Alfie on here ( www.comandonline.co.uk ), he might be able to help you find a replacement unit or perhaps even know someone who could repair your current one Will

06-02-2009, 10:51 AM	#4
A210AMG Hardcore MB Enthusiast Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: England Posts: 4,536	Thanks, No buttons on the wheel so should be ok with any if I can get a connector?

06-02-2009, 11:01 AM	#5
Will Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Surrey Car: 2001 CLK55 AMG / 1993 190E 1.8 LE Auto / 1991 300TE Auto Posts: 7,006	I would've thought so As well as the brands you mention, consider a Becker with iPod interface for the superb quality and undesrtated OEM-look Will

06-02-2009, 11:21 AM	#6
Ian_C Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Windsor Car: CLK320 Black Posts: 402	Just looking at doing exctly the same myself, and was quite shocked at what you get for your money these days head unit wise : http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/stock01/kdc_w808.asp Great value Ian

06-02-2009, 11:48 AM	#7
Tan Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Woodford Car: E500 Posts: 2,224	You can fit a normal stereo though you will need to fit the stereo's cage. We did the reverse with my Dad's A-class. We took out the Sony that was fitted and replaced it with a Mercedes Audio 30 APS unit. It was very straight forward, just plug and play.

07-02-2009, 07:23 PM	#8
A210AMG Hardcore MB Enthusiast Threadstarter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: England Posts: 4,536	I agree price wise Head units seem to have come right down. Not so long ago £500 - £750 was the going rate for a unit that wouldn't do half that now of a £200 unit... Guess with iPods and MP3's etc less call for high end units?

07-02-2009, 07:29 PM	#9
GazCaff Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 1123 6536 5321 Car: '98 CLK 320 Elegance Posts: 1,115	The CLK I'm picking up next week has an Audio 10 fitted which I will let you have provided Ian Walker doesn't mind as he has first shout on it. I'm fitting my Blaupunkt to my new car so I won't need it.

07-02-2009, 07:30 PM	#10
timskemp Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Hull Car: W211 E270CDI Posts: 1,939	I fitted an Alpine 9812RB to mine, no problem at all. Also had all the speakers replaced with alpine components and filled the boot with sub...

19-03-2009, 10:21 PM	#12
henry1 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: South West, England Car: C220 Cdi 2001 Sport Coupé Posts: 40	I've been thinking about changing my Audio 10, but will the 6CD changer be compatable with many after market HUs? Thanks

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