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I searched but couldn't find the answer needed.
The 9833 has 3 preouts at 4V, the 9853 has 3 preouts at 2V. Isn't this a down grade? Also many feel that the touch strip is just a marketing ploy, which it very well is, however surely there is something good about it. Any input on the 9853?

 
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I would say maybe just to have something considerable to differentiate between the 53 and 55.

The touch strip is a marketing ploy, but not just a marketing ploy - if you have ever used an Ipod you'll know how usefull it is.

 
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So the volt difference shouldn't be a huge issue, I mean I currently have a 7874 so there should be some improvement from that to a 53?

 
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The pre-amp won't be different voltage, maybe better quality. How much more would it cost you for the 55?

 
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Around $100, I purchased the 53 last night. I did a large amount of research prior to making my decision, I was just still a little foggy on the preouts. I also have an Audiocontrol Three.1 EQ, and a Directed 6 channel active crossover, so that should also help.

 
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No way should it bother you, if you'e coming off of that hu. You'll be damn pleased.

 
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Sweet, I'm finishing some serious audio changes, after I get the HU in I'll post pics.

 
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If Im not mistaken the reason for the 2V preouts and not the 4V is cost, I think they were trying to keep the prices lower this year.

 
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why don't you ask alpine?
^^just like he said, most likely to save some money... I wouldn't be surprised if they would end up just like sony, because of that crap.

 
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Alpine just said that due to their new technology the lower voltage gives a better signal.

 
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I don't really see how that's possible, but I'm not an audio guru so I might be wrong. Either way, its still an Alpine, so you shouldn't be dissapointed

 
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Yeah, I'm sure it will be better than what I have now, but I figured I would get some kind of answer like that when you call directly to the Mfg. I agree it doesn't make sense, but thats why I'm the one spending 300 for it and they're the ones getting the money.

 
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I use pioneer cuz i'm stupid. Nah, I got what I could afford.

 
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nothing wrong with pioneer man. Some of the best HU out there

 
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oh yea the touch strip makes a huge diff...i used an 05 alpine deck and its useful in scrolling through mp3's but i still like my ipod and itrip better

 
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Well, I find the 4 volt in the 9833 to be much stronger than the 4 volt in the older 7987 I had. Same 4 volt, both head units on defeat, same system, much stronger signal.

 
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2v vs 3v preouts really doesnt make an audible difference so that part really isnt important