Infotainment & Multimedia Players
About Infotainment & Multimedia Players
The receiver is the control point of a UTV or ATV sound system. It picks the source, whether that is a phone over Bluetooth, an AM/FM tuner or a media player, sets the volume and sends the signal on to the speakers or an amplifier. Riders look here when the machine has no radio, or when they want a unit that handles water and vibration.
The listings here include Bluetooth digital media receivers, a multimedia AM/FM receiver, a Bluetooth media center, a Bluetooth audio interface, a Bluetooth multi-media controller and a touchscreen radio. Think about how you will use it. On rough trails with gloves on, large buttons and knobs are easier to hit than a touchscreen, while a screen is easier to browse. Check the water resistance rating, because a unit in an exposed spot takes spray and dust. Also check the mounting style and size, since the receiver has to fit your dash or a mount, and whether it can send a signal to an external amplifier, which is useful when you want more volume.
Brands here include Kicker, Boss Audio and MB Quart. The rest of the system is in Speakers and Amplifiers, and Wiring Harnesses, Cables & Connectors helps with the hookup. If you want matched parts, see Complete Audio Kits. The whole group is Audio, Communication & Navigation.
FAQs on UTV and ATV media receivers
What does a media receiver do in a UTV sound system?
A media receiver selects the music source, such as a phone over Bluetooth or AM/FM radio, controls volume and tone, and sends the audio to the speakers or amplifier. It is the part you operate while riding.
Are buttons or a touchscreen better on a UTV?
Buttons and knobs are easier to use with gloves and on rough ground. A touchscreen is easier to browse but can be hard to use when wet or bouncing. Whichever you pick, check the water resistance rating and where you will mount it.
Do I need an amplifier with a receiver?
Not always. Many receivers can drive a small set of speakers directly. An external amplifier adds volume and clarity, especially over wind and engine noise, and is needed to run a subwoofer. Check the receiver's output and the speakers' power rating.
Will a receiver fit my machine's dash?
That depends on the machine and the unit's size. Some receivers use standard mounting dimensions and some need a mount or dash kit. Check the dimensions in the listing against the space, and see the listings for your machine in the Ride Finder at the top of the page.
