Sony XAV-AX5000 7” Apple Car Play, Android Auto, Media Receiver with Bluetooth

Sony XAV-AX5000 7” Apple Car Play, Android Auto, Media Receiver with Bluetooth. Smartphones are now the way we roll when we’re driving, thanks to car stereos like Sony’s XAV-AX5000 digital multimedia receiver. This Sony integrates beautifully with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto so you can access your media with easy-to-use icons and pages, and even use your voice to make commands so your eyes stay on the road. When you do sneak a peek, you’ll be impressed by the clarity and color of Sony’s new bezel-less 7″ flat mirror LCD display. Sony knows how to build beautiful display screens, and I think this is one of the sharpest ones on the market.

The phone is the key

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto let you access your phone’s content with the sound of your voice or the touch of a finger. This stereo’s controls behave like your phone’s interface, so there’s no learning curve. Plug in your Android™ or iPhone®, and you’ll get access to your navigation, phone calls, weather, text messages, and of course all your music. Get more info at www.apple.com/ios/carplay and www.android.com/auto.

Go wireless with Bluetooth®

Bluetooth enables wireless streaming for music, podcasts, and audiobooks, along with the convenience of hands-free phone calls. This Sony lets you enjoy all the content without plugging in when you get behind the wheel. You can install the included wired microphone close to you, so callers can hear you loud and clear.

Music — lots of music

If you groove to your favorite music services on your iPhone or Android, you’ll dig playing music from Pandora and Spotify on this receiver. If you’re looking for radio stations that won’t fade away when you look for new adventures, add a SiriusXM tuner to this Sony to enjoy satellite radio’s deep programming from coast to coast.

Smooth sound

This receiver also offers an impressive array of sound-sculpting controls, including a 10-band graphic equalizer and Dynamic Stage Organizer (DSO) which creates virtual speakers on your dash for better soundstaging. Supporting the soundshaping is the clear and natural sound of Sony’s powerful Dynamic Reality Amp 2. The XAV-AX5000 also includes front, rear, and subwoofer preamp outputs for when it’s time to add amplifiers to your system.

Want to keep your car’s steering wheel audio controls?

In most cars, you’ll need an adapter to retain those controls with this car stereo. Connect a few wires, then program the adapter for your particular car and radio, and you’ll retain the convenience of your steering wheel controls. You’ll see the adapters that work with your vehicle when you add this receiver to your cart.

Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver’s Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities.