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Alpine UTE-73BT Mech-less Digital Media Receiver with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

Ratings

4.6

Average rating based on 320 reviews

Rating Breakdown

247 reviewers rated this product 5 stars.

46 reviewers rated this product 4 stars.

9 reviewers rated this product 3 stars.

4 reviewers rated this product 2 stars.

14 reviewers rated this product 1 stars.

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Reviewer Recommendation

93%

Of the 320 reviewers who responded, 296 would recommend this product.

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What customers are saying

The product offers great sound quality, easy-to-use features, and reliable performance. Customers praise the excellent Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and music streaming. Many note it is a significant upgrade from their factory systems, providing noticeable audio quality improvement. The unit is also described as having a sleek, high-quality design and straightforward installation. While a few experienced minor issues with Bluetooth or menu navigation, the majority of reviews are extremely positive, with many stating they would purchase it again. Overall, the product is considered an excellent value, delivering a premium audio experience.

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  • Customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Media Receiver For The Money

    Reviewed by - January 21, 2020

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this installed today and it's a major improvement from the stock stereo I had in my second generation Honda CRV. Not to mention the fact that everything is being streamed and I could get rid of all my CDs! It takes a few seconds to pair with the bluetooth but the sound quality is pretty good and from what others tell me, the sound quality on the microphone for phone calls isn't bad either. :)

    Review originally posted on bestbuy.com

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    I love it

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - March 7, 2020

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Simple, very understand it, and looks solid. Blue tooth, Mp3/4, memory flash, radio, CD player, and for phones calls, good price, and worth really for old guys like me.

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    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    Alpine BT-73 replaces 91 BMW OEM radio cassette

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - September 16, 2022

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great Alpine quality at an excellent Best Buy price and fast delivery. This awesome unit replaced an old AM/FM cassette radio in a 91 BMW 325i. The installation took about 2 hrs, most of the time identifying the leads from the old wiring harness and shrink splicing them to the Alpine's wiring diagram due to non matching different colors. It worked on 1st power up, including raising the power antenna, pairing the Bluetooth to my Samsung Galaxy, and even setting the display color to match the red lights on the dashboard gauges. Great product tech Alpine and Best Buy!

    Review originally posted on bestbuy.com

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    Environmental Compliance Inspector

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - February 3, 2023

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Alpine media unit w/ Blue Tooth definitely lives up to Alpines' reputation .

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    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 1 out of 5 stars

    Made system sound horrible

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - March 4, 2021

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Purchased this to replace and older (different brand) unit who’s faceplate was giving me a little trouble after 8 years. This thing made my sound system go to crap. I had to turn gains up all the way on my amps when on my old system I barely had to turn them. Also, it made my subwoofer almost nonexistent, regardless of how high the gain is set or how high subwoofer levels are on the stereo. My settings were all set to zero on my old unit and gain a little less than halfway. Will definitely return and probably not go back to alpine which I thought was supposed to be top notch. Where can I find a quality stereo like my old one?

    Review originally posted on bestbuy.com

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    I’m super grateful!!

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - September 18, 2024

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve read LOTS of reviews for stereos and after all, I’ve decided to go with Alpine! Mainly because they have more positives than negatives! Ofcourse. Easy to install and fits my dash perfectly! I’m very excited and happy with my purchase! Also It’s pretty loud which I love! Music plays great, Bluetooth connects perfectly ! Must read the manual to learn things but thats what manuals are for lol! Hopefully it runs for a long time for me!! Came with wire harness as well!!

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    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome receiver

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - April 18, 2023

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I went to Bestbuy and knew what i wnated. It was actually 15 cheaper then I expected which madw it better. I got set up with the install all the same day. I couldn’t be more happier with how it looks and sounds in my truck. I only needed it to connect for bluetooth to play music off my phone. Its connects right away and i love that i can-talk through the mic when i get calls. Sounds crisp and clear. I’ve purchased alot of things from you all and you never disappoint.

    Review originally posted on bestbuy.com

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    A great Car Receiver

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - January 30, 2021

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So the Little Microphone that came with this when mounted properly worked very well with the receiver. I drive a 1998 Honda Civic, but I can take phone calls when I drive. There is a bass-boost type function, with fills out the bottom end, if you don’t have a subwoofer. I have mid level 6” speakers in front, and mid level 6x9”s in the back; the Alpine deck definitely improved the sound from the lower range Jensen deck it replaced. The face of the deck is removable, and the ability to change the colors of the already cool-looking face of the deck when lit up. All in all, for $99 this is a great car receiver. The Alpine looks higher quality than all similarly priced receivers I saw. Quite frankly, if you want lots of bang for your buck, this is the way to go. There a lot of other features I don’t use, and it integrates with Pandora as well. A great digital experience with what’re device you choose (probably your phone). No complaints, a great deck.

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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    Alpine stereo

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - February 13, 2021

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] You can never go wrong with alpine. I bought a cheap unit trying to save money however the haste just wasn’t worth it. As the old saying goes you get what you pay for. This unit is an all around great buy. The price isn’t bad at all. The quality is outstanding. Wish I would of just bought this unit to begin with.

    Review originally posted on bestbuy.com

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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  • Customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing head unit for the money

    Verified BuyerReviewed by - April 5, 2019

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The instructions were very clear the installation was very easy and it works great. It hooked right up to my Android phone and remembers it when I get in and out of the vehicle. It works wonderfully. And I really enjoyed the way it's able to be customized with sound and the colors on the display.

    Review originally posted on bestbuy.com

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.