We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Black half-DIN car equalizer with rotary controls and red green illumination

Pyle

Pyle PLXREQ520P 5-Band Parametric Equalizer Half-DIN car electronics accessory

SKU CH-JRZF-77BF7 MPN PLXREQ520P

A half-DIN parametric equalizer with five adjustable bands, subwoofer gain control at 60Hz or 90Hz, and 5V RMS pre-amp outputs for car audio systems

  • Cable typePower cable with 1A fuse included
  • Audio channelsStereo
  • Frequency range10 Hz to 50 kHz
  • Included hardwareMounting brackets, screws, and power cable
  • Head unit sizeHalf-DIN
  • Audio inputsRCA auxiliary inputs
  • Precise tone shaping with 5-band parametric EQ from 45Hz to 20kHz
  • Subwoofer gain control selectable at 60Hz or 90Hz for tailored bass
  • 5V RMS pre-amp output at 0.05% THD delivers clean signal strength
  • RCA auxiliary inputs connect MP3, DVD, or phone sources directly
  • Compact half-DIN chassis with mounting hardware fits tight dashboard spaces

What this equaliser does

The Pyle PLXREQ520P is a 5-band parametric equaliser built for car audio systems. Its half-DIN chassis fits tight dash openings while adding RCA auxiliary inputs for phones, MP3 players or DVD sources. Adjustable bass, midrange and treble bands plus a dedicated subwoofer gain control let the installer shape the sound stage precisely. Red or green illumination matches the cabin lighting.

The spec that decides fit

The unit requires a half-DIN slot measuring 1.10 inches tall by 4.1 inches wide and 7 inches deep. Mounting brackets, screws and a fused power cable are included for a standard 12 V installation. If the dash opening is single-DIN or double-DIN this equaliser will not mount without an adapter kit.

Capacity and headroom

Five parametric bands cover 45 Hz to 20 kHz with ±12 dB range, while the subwoofer gain switch selects 60 Hz or 90 Hz crossover points. The pre-amp outputs deliver 5 V RMS at 0.05 % THD, giving clean signal to amplifiers. Systems needing more than five bands, digital processing or wireless streaming will require a different processor.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Car Audio Accessories & Wiring, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $37.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 2,768 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand namePyl
Model namePLXREQ520P
Product colorBlack
Performance
Effective rangeFrequency adjustment range: -12 dB to +12 dB
Audio & video
Audio channelsStereo
Frequency range10 Hz to 50 kHz
Audio inputsRCA auxiliary inputs
Audio outputsRCA pre-amp outputs
Headphone style0.05%
Ports & slots
Cable typePower cable with 1A fuse included
Power
Power details5 V RMS @ 0.05% THD
Rated voltage11 V to 15 V
Size & build
Overall width4.1 in (10.4 cm)
Overall length7 in (17.8 cm)
Product weightApproximately 1.2 lb
Head unit sizeHalf-DIN
Size or dimensions7 in × 4.1 in × 1.1 in
Compatibility
Compatible withCompatible with car audio systems and other setups with RCA connectivity
Vehicle manufacturer compatibilityUniversal
In the box
Included hardwareMounting brackets, screws, and power cable
More details
Adjustable low passYes
Adjustable parametric bass EQYes
SNR100 dB

Questions about this item

How does the 5V RMS pre-amp output affect real-world sound quality?

The 5V RMS pre-amp output delivers a strong, clean signal to your amplifiers with only 0.05% THD, reducing noise and allowing your amps to produce louder, clearer audio without distortion.

What do the RCA connections actually limit in a car audio system?

RCA auxiliary inputs and pre-amp outputs restrict you to line-level signals, so you must connect source units and amplifiers that use RCA cables rather than speaker-level or digital connections.

What dashboard space and hardware are needed to install this half-DIN equalizer?

It requires a half-DIN opening measuring about 1.10 inches tall by 4.1 inches wide by 7 inches deep, and the included mounting brackets and screws secure it in place.

More in Car Audio Accessories & Wiring

Similar items