Overview of new car radio from Pioneer: MVH-S520BT, MVH-S420BT, MVH-S320BT
Pioneer has released an updated line of head units that allow the driver to use the latest digital technology while listening to your favorite music in the car. When creating this series of car radios, one of the main goals was to provide the user with the maximum convenience of using a smartphone in a car. The updated 2019/2020 lineup includes three diskless receivers that support wireless Bluetooth connectivity with smartphones: MVH-S520BT, MVH-S420BT, MVH-S320BT. They, like their predecessors, thanks to the free Pioneer Smart Sync proprietary application make it easy to connect and configure playback of audio files from mobile devices. Let's take a closer look at the capabilities of these car radios.
Digital car radio Pioneer MVH-S520BT
The MVH-S520BT Car Media Receiver is 1-DIN in size and has a shorter housing for easy installation in regular locations. This model has a very wide multimedia capabilities thanks to built-in Bluetooth and compatibility with smartphones on Android and iOS. Supports playing files in all major modern formats, including FLAC. The sound quality of this receiver is traditionally high, with the signature style characteristic of all Pioneer radio tape recorders: dynamic, without screaming and excessive ringing. Thanks to the use of the unique Advanced Sound Retriever technology during playback, the sound quality is very high, and practically the same as the original recording.
The presence of the built-in Bluetooth module makes it possible for the driver to make hands-free calls while driving, this is not only convenient, but also increases safety while driving. In addition, this function makes it possible to listen to streaming audio recorded in a smartphone without connecting it using wires. Via Bluetooth, simultaneous connection of two mobile devices is acceptable. You can use the Pioneer Smart Sync app to control playback and make sound settings. The application interface is very convenient and intuitive.
The main feature of this model is the integrated DSP sound processor. With it, you can perform both standard and channel two-way speakers. In addition, the processor significantly expands the possibilities of tuning and adjusting the sound reproduction parameters, with its help you can create original spatial sound effects and adjust time delays, frequency filters and other parameters that allow you to achieve the highest quality and natural sound of music in the car.
The radio has a removable front panel with adjustable multi-color RGB-backlight. You can easily select the desired color from more than 210,000 available shades, adjust the brightness, choose one of the predefined color schemes. Please note that the backlighting of the display and buttons may be different.
The digital car radio MVH-S520BT is perhaps one of the best representatives among processor head units. Thanks to the built-in MOSFET amplifier, whose power is 4x50 W, the sound is loud, powerful and at the same time quite clear without interference. To get even more power, you can connect an external amplifier and additional audio components to the radio, for this there are 3 RCA connectors.
Media Receiver Pioneer MVH-S420BT
The radio tape recorder MVH-S420BT is a compact diskless digital head unit. It features good sound, like all Pioneer audio devices. This model has a 1-DIN size, so it is suitable for installation in regular niches. Feature is that The radio received a shortened housing, so installation can be carried out even where space is limited. It has wide multimedia capabilities, as it supports all the latest features and connect mobile devices on Android and iOS. The head unit is very easy to operate, the menu is carefully thought out, the display is informative. Thanks to the large rotary control, the volume is easily adjusted. The front panel is removable, the backlight of the buttons and the screen is fixed-red.
Like the previous model, this head unit supports a wireless Bluetooth connection with which you can connect mobile phones. This allows you to use hands-free contactless calls while listening to music from your phone while streaming. The receiver is capable of supporting two smartphones simultaneously via a Bluetooth connection. In addition, through a connected phone, you can access listening to music from the Spotify application, as well as use the proprietary Pioneer Smart Sync application. In addition, the device supports the Google Assistant, Siri Eyes Free and karaoke applications. This receiver is an excellent example of integration with a smartphone, which allows you to expand the functionality of the radio and make its use as simple and convenient as possible.
The head unit MVH-S420BT can rightfully be attributed to one of the best innovations in its class of car audio systems. Using Advanced Sound Retriever technology ensures that the sound quality is as close as possible to the original recordings. The radio supports playback of all modern audio formats, including digital FLAC. You can use the Graphic EQ 13-band graphic equalizer for tuning. High sound quality is achieved thanks to the built-in 4-channel MOSFET sound amplifier with a power of 4x50 watts.
Using 2 pairs of line outputs, you can connect additional acoustic equipment with which you can expand the capabilities of the radio and maximize the sound quality of music in the cabin.
Car radio Pioneer MVH-S320BT
The head unit MVH-S320BT is the youngest model in our lineup. It also has a size of 1-DIN. It can easily be installed in a regular niche. This high-quality digital receiver, equipped with a module for wireless Bluetooth connection, supports the work of the proprietary Pioneer Smart Sync application and is compatible with mobile devices running the Android operating system. Unlike previously reviewed models, it does not work with devices from Apple. And this, perhaps, is its only difference from the MVH-S420BT model. The backlight is not changeable-red, the front panel is removed.
The radio tape recorder MVH-S320BT also supports wireless hands-free calling and streaming music from a mobile device. At the same time, you can connect 2 phones via Bluetooth to the media receiver.
Like the other two models, the MVH-S320BT media receiver has a very clear and clear sound. Thanks to the built-in MOSFET amplifier, whose power is 4x50 W, the music sounds loud, the sound is surround in very good quality. Using the 13-band graphic equalizer and the Pioneer Smart Sync app, you can easily set the best sound for your personal preferences. To achieve even better sound quality, you can connect an external amplifier or additional acoustic speakers to the radio. There are 2 RCA connectors for this.
To summarize
As always, the new products from Pioneer demonstrate excellent functional characteristics. These car radios have clear, natural and powerful sound thanks to the built-in 4x50 W amplifier. They are perfect as a replacement for regular head units. The settings system provides the car owner with the opportunity to choose the best sound, while everything is extremely simple and clear to any user. If you want to improve and expand the capabilities of your car audio system, then this is a great option.
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