My wife had a Sony Car Discman from about 9 years ago that had the tape adapter and she used it in her convertible with no complaints. Other than all the wires everywhere and the single disc capability, it worked very well.

 

Same as Walt. I had my Discman adapter from like 12 years ago.I used it for adapting my PS2 audio until a few months ago(bought an Alpine). Worked fine with me but of course sound quality isn't all there but it did the job.

 

If it's just for occasional use then one of the tape adapters should suit your purposes and be economical.

On the other hand, or should I say ear, my ears are satisfied with a wired, FM modulator, CD changer. I've got 10-CD Sony mounted under the driver's seat. You should be able to install one for less than $200 (US).

Just my 2¢ worth.
Mel

 

... my ears are satisfied with a wired, FM modulator, CD changer. I've got 10-CD Sony mounted under the driver's seat. You should be able to install one for less than $200 (US).

Thanks guys, I might just temporarily try the adapter appoach.

Mel:

A 10-disc changer under the seat would be ideal. But I'm not sure I understand what a "wired, FM modulator" refers to. Does this mean the Irock approach with the standard radio or something else?

(For interest, here in Canada Honda wants $600 for a SINGLE disc unit, plus another $400 for a multidisc changer. Nuts!)

 

(For interest, here in Canada Honda wants $600 for a SINGLE disc unit, plus another $400 for a multidisc changer. Nuts!)

Sheesh......might as well buy aftermarket. For that price,you can get a nice system AND more !

 

Check this thread in the 'for sale' section. A guy is selling an EX radio + the accessory cassette for $100 + shipping. It would be a simple plug and play installation.

 

A 10-disc changer under the seat would be ideal. But I'm not sure I understand what a "wired, FM modulator" refers to. Does this mean the Irock approach with the standard radio or something else?

He means that the changer outputs it's sound to an FM signal, usually 88.X. The interface between your radio and the changer is a Y-adapter on the antenna input of your radio(one input from the changer, the other from your antenna. When you want to listen to the CDs, just tune in to 88.X. All the mainstream manufacturers have this type of system for $200-250. With X-mas coming, you might see some on sale on the day after Thanksgiving.

 

I have an ex-l but ordered it with a tape casette. Two reasons: I had a library of casettes; and, more important, I can use a casette adapter to connect my portable cd player that can play my burned on cd mp3 files.

It has worked great, although I could have considered an FM modulator.

 

I too have used the cassette adapter before and the only issue I have is that you can hear the cassette wheel rolling and sometime it can be noisy...