CD changer question

[okk9]

Just bought my wife a 1995 Explorer XLT ( I get the hand my down 91 EB), The factory stereo sounds real good, so I was thinking of adding a CD changer. I see where a add on changer uses a FM modulator to send the signal thru the reciever. My question is how well does it work? Is the sound quality OK. I see where crutchfield sells several types. I've ordered from them in the past and their stuff has always been top notch. Just needing a little input before I decide.

 

[Paul Gagnon]

CD players with the FM modulator tend to cost a little more but you actually get poorer sound quality from them, it does not seem like a wise investment. The frequency response of your FM reciever is less than that of a cassette tape. This will negate any advantage in sound quality a CD would give you. It is rather complicated, but basically you will chop off all the highs and lows and it will sound kind of flat just like the radio does.

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Paul Gagnon
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[92explorer]

if you like good qwality tunes you will not
want a cd/changer unless it is wired to your
head unit or radio in your truck.you must, though,use the same brand names for your radio and your cd/changer and make sure the
radio is cd/changer compatable.try www.
crutchfield.com they will answer all your
questions you also need a special wire harness for your amp in your truck .
good luck!