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The RetroSound RetroRadio looks like the original factory radio in your classic VW Beetle 1968-1985, while discretely adding all the latest audio features. Please check dimensions before ordering.
This configuration RetroRadio 502 + 40-90
Faceplate Dimensions: 502 Faceplate
Please select your Motor option above when ordering, details are below for each feature set. Price will change accordingly.
Important! Please check the cut out size in your dash and dimensions before ordering: measurements of the radio are below. If you are unsure, measure the width and height of the cut out in your dash, plus measure centre to centre on any knob holes which are drilled separately and contact us, other configurations are possible. More on buying a RetroSound Radio here.
The RetroSound radio is available with two different feature sets:
Motor 6 Features:
- Bluetooth for Phone Calls and Music Streaming.
- Built-in DAB+ tuner (optional DAB antenna / adaptor required, select option)
- AM / FM tuner with 30 memory presets
- 32000 colour LCD display plus dimmer setting
- Built-in 4 Channel Amplifier: 25 Watts RMS True Rating / 45 Watts max. / 300 Watts (peak power) MOSFET amplifier
- 2x USB inputs for MP3 / WMA / FLAC file playback, USB is accessible via 15" / 38cm (approx.) on the back of the radio, optional USB Extension ports available.
- 2.1 Amp device charging via USB
- 1x Auxiliary/AUX 3.5mm input 7" / 18cm long approx., optional AUX Extension ports available
- Pre-amp with six RCA outputs: 4 full channel plus dual subwoofer output with adjustment control
- Made for iPod / iPhone
- 2 Year warranty
- See below for more information on all motors for these radios.
Motor 1DAB-1 Features:
- Bluetooth for Phone Calls and Music Streaming.
- Built-in DAB+ tuner (optional DAB antenna / adaptor required, select option)
- AM / FM tuner with 30 preset memories
- White display only on LCD
- Built-in 4 Channel Amplifier: 18 Watts RMS True Rating / 40 Watts max. / 275 Watts (peak power) MOSFET amplifier
- 1x Auxiliary/AUX 3.5mm input 5.5" / 14cm long approx., optional AUX Extension ports available
- 1 year warranty
- See below for more information on all motors for these radios.
Common Features for Motor 1DAB-1 and Motor 6:
- Dimensions (radio body): 4.34" x 2" x 4" = 110 x 51 x 100mm (D x H x W approx. - cables and mounts not included)
- Power Requirements: 11.5 to 14.4 V DC (negative chassis) - Max. 15A
- Output Speaker Impedance: 4 to 8 Ohm
- Non-volatile memory (keeps settings and stations if battery is disconnected)
- Selectable 12 / 24 hour clock
- Removable front panel for advanced installs - optional extension cable available
- Optional vintage look screen protectors are available (some radio configurations may include a specific screen protector film).
- Works seamlessly with optional RetroSound Amplifiers
- Compatible aerials
- Compatible speakers
- User Manual via download
- Retro Manufacturing radios are a modular design. Assembly is required. This design allows for a more adjustable fit and to offer different style options. RetroSound Radios are only compatible with 12V negative grounding vehicles unless a voltage convertor is used.
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RetroSound Radio Motor Body Dimensions (approx.)
RetroSound RetroRadio, showing base unit with chrome trim and chrome buttons.
RetroSound RetroRadio, showing base unit with black trim and black buttons.
RetroSound RetroRadio, showing base unit with black trim and chrome buttons.
RetroSound RetroRadio, showing base unit with chrome trim and black buttons.
RetroSound RetroRadio, showing base unit with chrome trim and ivory buttons.