I was leaning towards getting an Alpine (CDA9807), but I came across this Panasonic (MXE CQ-HX1003) that I could get a good deal on. Basically my criteria when looking for a deck were only that it have 3 pre-outs of 4Volts or more and be somewhat easy to use. I really like the Alpine - it is sleek and seems relatively simple to use. This Panasonic seems a little more "showy", which I don't need, but can deal with I guess. Bottom line - has anyone had this, or any other Panasonic deck before? What did you like, what didn't you like? I have had JVC, Kenwood, and Pioneer decks before, but no Panasonic.........so I don't know what to expect. I have heard nothing but good things about the Alpine, so I know that is a solid choice.
FYI - I can get the Alpine for about $200
I can get the Panasonic for about $150

Any thoughts?

Panasonic Deck
http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp...del=CQ-HR1003U

Alpine Deck
http://www.alpine-usa.com/html/D2_n_1_n_n.html