--- product_id: 13349533 title: "Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode" brand: "alpine" price: "$406.18" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/13349533-alpine-cde-w265bt-cd-am-fm-receiver-2-din-bluetooth store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # RGB variable color illumination Advanced Bluetooth + App Direct Mode 50W x 4 peak power Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode **Brand:** alpine **Price:** $406.18 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your drive with Alpine’s sonic mastery—because your playlist deserves the spotlight. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode by alpine - **How much does it cost?** $406.18 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/13349533-alpine-cde-w265bt-cd-am-fm-receiver-2-din-bluetooth) ## Best For - alpine enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted alpine brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Sound Tuning:** Dial in your perfect audio with a 9-band parametric EQ and Bass Engine SQ for bass that hits just right. - • **Customizable RGB Illumination:** Set the mood with a sleek 2-line LCD and fully adjustable button colors that sync with your vibe. - • **Social Sound Sharing & Updates:** Stay connected with Facebook notifications and share your custom sound profiles to join a community of audio enthusiasts. - • **Seamless Smartphone Integration:** Control your iPhone or Android effortlessly via Bluetooth and Alpine’s exclusive App Direct Mode. - • **Powerful 4-Channel Amplification:** Experience crisp, room-filling sound with 50 watts peak per channel—your car’s concert hall awaits. ## Overview The Alpine CDE-W265BT is a premium 2-DIN in-dash car receiver delivering 50W x 4 peak power with CEA-2006 compliance. Featuring advanced Bluetooth connectivity, App Direct Mode for iPhone/iPod control, and a customizable RGB-lit 2-line LCD display, it offers intuitive control and superior sound tuning via a 9-band parametric EQ and Bass Engine SQ. Designed for the discerning driver, it supports auxiliary and USB inputs, SiriusXM readiness, and integrates social media updates through the Alpine TuneIt app, making it a top-tier choice for modern car audio enthusiasts. ## Description CDEW265BT You're looking at a full-featured deck with Advanced Bluetooth control that's easy and intuitive. This one-stop music player comes with a sleek 2-line LCD Display with adjustable RGB button and display illumination. Alpine's signature rotary knob makes controlling all your music a breeze. The CDE-W265BT also comes with a convenient Front Panel auxiliary input - so you or your passenger can plug in your portable media player as an additional source. Overview 50 Watts x 4 3 Pre-Out (4V) Front USB and 3.5mm input BT Plus; Advanced Bluetooth with Audio Streaming Made for iPod and iPhone App Direct Mode 9 Band Parametric EQ 24-Bit DAC RGB Illumination SiriusXM Satelite Radio Ready (SXV300 tuner & SiriusXM subscription required) KTP-445A Power Pack capable TuneIt and Share It TuneIt is an easy-to-use sound-tuning app that also offers Facebook notifications. Download the free app or the TuneIt with TTS app onto your iPhone or Android smartphone and create a user profile about your vehicle and Alpine sound system. Follow the simple TuneIt graphical instructions to adjust sound settings for your specific vehicle or choose from pre-made settings in the database. Settings that can be adjusted include Parametric EQ, Crossover, and Media Xpander. You can make and save up to 100 different sound settings in your account, which is helpful if you want various settings to use for specific types of music. Share your settings and get rated on your tuning skills, plus try out and rate settings made by others. The more active you are, the higher your profile status progresses within the app. Now in its third generation, new features added to TuneIt® 2.0 include increased vehicle choices for easier profile set-up, an expanded database of Alpine speakers and subwoofers for more precise sound system tuning and Bass Engine SQ tuning to tailor the in-vehicle bass characteristics. Bass Engine SQ: Bring Balance to Your Music Use the Bass button on the faceplate Review: Fantastic sound, looks very nice, all the options I want. You can feel the quality when you compare to other brands. - First. The sound... This head unit has outstanding sound reproduction and the 9 band equalizer is outstanding to dial your system in. It has frequency cut-offs, and wave adjustability. The subwoofer control is the first option when you hit the music note. That is nice as that is the only thing I adjust after the equalizer is set. The phone/mic sounds outstanding. Just like talking right into the phone. Layout is fine, but will take a little time to get familiar with, just like any unit with many features. FM sounds like a CD even with my antenna extension disabled for looks. I still get every channel is perfect sound. My Android connected very fast and with ease. One mild frustration...It auto plays Google playback when the phone is selected as a sound source. Makes it take longer to get Pandora running. The shine on this unit does make it difficult to see in the sun in my convertible and the color on the buttons are only visible when the sun is down or stereo in shade. Otherwise the buttons look like a glass color even if set on bright gold/yellow. The display is not affected as much by the sun. I love the brushed aluminum on the bottom half. Looks really nice. Finding files on my USB drive is very quick and easy. I would not chose any other deck with the similar options. Alpine did a great job on this with quality of sound being top notch IMHO. One thing that would be great. Make the whole deck brushed aluminum to decrease the super shine which reflects light too much. Overall, I have to give this 5 stars as I can't think of any other unit I like better in the same category of receivers. Review: Excellent fit for my Camry 2006 - This is an excellent product, one of the best auto stereos Alpine has released on it's medium range of products. So easy to install, with crisp, powerful audio. It has a very clean design which I love, functional and great bluetooth conectivity. This stereo gave my Camry new life. I've been an Alpine fan since the 1980's, when they used Lamborghini in their ads, this is the best I've bought from them. ## Features - Alpine CDE-W265BT Receiver: In-dash model - Amplifier: CEA-2006 Compliant - Power Output - Peak: 50W x 4 Channels - Power Output - RMS: 18W x 4 Channels - iPod/iPhone Control: Built-in - Text-to-Speech Updates: Facebook (Requires Alpine TuneIt App) - Siri Integration: Eyes Free Mode - App Connection: Direct Mode - Display: 2-line LCD with Variable Color Illumination - Remote Control: Optional - Warranty: 1 Year Manufacturer's ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00TMT36LK | | Color | black | | Connectivity technologies | Auxiliary, Bluetooth, USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (147) | | Date First Available | February 13, 2015 | | Department | car stereo | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 4.08 pounds | | Item model number | CDEW265BT | | Manufacturer | Alpine | | Other display features | Wireless | | Product Dimensions | 6.37 x 7.01 x 3.94 inches | | Special features | Portable | | Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Surround - **Brand:** Alpine - **Color:** black - **Compatible Devices:** Smartphone, Tablet, iPod/iPhone, Amplifier, Speaker - **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary, Bluetooth, USB - **Connector Type:** 3.5mm Jack, USB - **Controller Type:** iOS, Android, Push Button - **Item Weight:** 4.08 Pounds - **Special Feature:** Portable - **Surround Sound Channel Configuration:** 5.1 ## Images ![Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/413Q4Sgf09L.jpg) ![Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4183+76ZQXL.jpg) ![Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/418AQeoiJvL.jpg) ![Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41nziF7Hj4L.jpg) ![Alpine CDE-W265BT CD/AM/FM Receiver 2-DIN Bluetooth in-Dash with App Direct Mode - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41wyTbjkjQL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: would this fit my 2004 dodge Durango** A: Fits any double din opening and a great radio I suggest the plug-in amp for extra kick **Q: Alpine's website states that there is usb in the back, but i haven't found anything to support this claim. is there rear usb?** A: No the only USB port is on the front face... **Q: Does this unit have a built in preamp?** A: The CDE-W265BT has a built-in 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer)! Eclectic Mart **Q: Will it fit in my ford 2011 escape xlt and will it run the mrv-m1200 monoblock 1200 watts rms class D amplufer & 2 sws 10d4 type S 10 subs?** A: Yes it will ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic sound, looks very nice, all the options I want. You can feel the quality when you compare to other brands. *by D***L on February 7, 2017* First. The sound... This head unit has outstanding sound reproduction and the 9 band equalizer is outstanding to dial your system in. It has frequency cut-offs, and wave adjustability. The subwoofer control is the first option when you hit the music note. That is nice as that is the only thing I adjust after the equalizer is set. The phone/mic sounds outstanding. Just like talking right into the phone. Layout is fine, but will take a little time to get familiar with, just like any unit with many features. FM sounds like a CD even with my antenna extension disabled for looks. I still get every channel is perfect sound. My Android connected very fast and with ease. One mild frustration...It auto plays Google playback when the phone is selected as a sound source. Makes it take longer to get Pandora running. The shine on this unit does make it difficult to see in the sun in my convertible and the color on the buttons are only visible when the sun is down or stereo in shade. Otherwise the buttons look like a glass color even if set on bright gold/yellow. The display is not affected as much by the sun. I love the brushed aluminum on the bottom half. Looks really nice. Finding files on my USB drive is very quick and easy. I would not chose any other deck with the similar options. Alpine did a great job on this with quality of sound being top notch IMHO. One thing that would be great. Make the whole deck brushed aluminum to decrease the super shine which reflects light too much. Overall, I have to give this 5 stars as I can't think of any other unit I like better in the same category of receivers. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent fit for my Camry 2006 *by 0***0 on February 5, 2016* This is an excellent product, one of the best auto stereos Alpine has released on it's medium range of products. So easy to install, with crisp, powerful audio. It has a very clean design which I love, functional and great bluetooth conectivity. This stereo gave my Camry new life. I've been an Alpine fan since the 1980's, when they used Lamborghini in their ads, this is the best I've bought from them. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ No rear USB *by D***R on April 29, 2016* Solid unit. I wish it had a rear USB connection. Overall a great unit, but like many double-din, non-touchscreen models - it feels dated. Companies seem to role these out well after the single-din model and do not refresh the model for many product cycles. It feels like a unit from 2010 or earlier. I have a single-din Alpine unit for my truck from 2011 - lacking bluetooth audio, that is superior in every other way. Most important feature of the CDE-W265BT is, unlike many electronics these days, it works and it work well. Sound is excellent whether from radio, disc, streaming, or digital media. Biggest let down for me was the lack of rear USB for the iPod, my wiring adaption, feels like, looks like, and is a an unnecessary hack. The only rear connections are for the bluetooth mic and for a wired remote (handy for steering wheel control adapters). Pros: Bright screen, others hate it - perfect in a convertible when the sun is out. I tried a touch screen model previously from Kenwood, that screen was completely washed out Clear and bright sound. The levels to the amp are quite high which has largely eliminated chassis hum that existed with previous radio. Volume adjustment by source. This is great because the iPod has a low signal level. Bluetooth audio connection is painless. Good build quality. Reasonably fast processor - can flip through iPod songs quickly. The iPod loads quickly when starting the car. Cons: No rear USB. I have a wire plugging into the front that feeds back behind the unit. Needless to say this does not look fabulous. USB MP3 system is a bit odd - missing many functions. Connecting to an old iPod Classic is far superior and adds several search and display features not available via USB. Pandora via bluetooth does not seem to work with Android. I can play Pandora using the phone via bluetooth audio, but not via the Pandora headunit function. Via bluetooth audio I can skip Pandora songs, but I can not change stations.Hate to say it, the Pandora function via my Buick stock radio is superior. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/13349533-alpine-cde-w265bt-cd-am-fm-receiver-2-din-bluetooth](https://www.desertcart.us/products/13349533-alpine-cde-w265bt-cd-am-fm-receiver-2-din-bluetooth) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*