B_Chicago

I'm wondering about the sound quality of each option. I ordered an iPod this week and can't wait to start using it in my car.

The Blitzsafe is expensive and requires installation, but probably provides the best sound.

Cassette adapters and FM modulators are pretty cheap and easy to use, but aren't going to have the best sound.

My mother uses an FM modulator for her CD changer and the sound seems fine to me, so I don't know. I think I'm leaning more towards this direction, especially since I'll be playing MP3s, which aren't CD quality.

Any thoughts?

woofpup

The Blitzsafe is easy to install, so it's not like you'd be forced to pay someone installation costs for it, but yes, it does cost some money for the adapter itself.

FM modulators require installation as well if they install into the antenna wire for the radio. If you use the small/portable ones that are now available, you can avoid that though.

As far as MP3s not being CD quality, don't forget your iPod can do AAC files now, which sound awesome... Even with MP3s, I think you'd notice a difference between the FM modulator and the Blitzsafe adapter. Whether you'd care is another story.

I use the Blitzsafe adapter, but that's partially because the adapter is used for both my new iPod and my Delphi SkyFi XM radio.

sohcrates

check out some opinions on rf modulators discussed down about 5-10 posts...

a402Curt

Just released, it is an FM modulator getting good reviews. Might be worth checking out. I tried a cassette adaptor and it was terrible. Settled on the BlitzSafe and very satisfied.

LAK

Casettes adapters are hit or miss, worth sending more for a higher quality one. Go direct if you can