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1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio RetroSound
1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice RetroRadio
Part Number: LAB-M1-116-03-73
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Feature Set

  • Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0) Includes Bluetooth® microphone for hands-free calls
  • AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets
  • Auxiliary input for portable devices
  • Built-in 275-watt (peak power) Mosfet amplifier
  • 1-Year Warranty
  • Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0) Includes Bluetooth® microphone for hands-free calls
  • AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets
  • USB port for flash drives and other devices
  • Adjustable color display
  • Built-in 300-watt (peak power) Mosfet amplifier
  • 25 watts RMS x 4 channels – TrueRating™
  • 1-Year Warranty
  • HD Radio® Technology
  • Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0) Includes Bluetooth® microphone for hands-free calls
  • Auxiliary input for portable devices
  • Adjustable color display
  • AM/FM RDS Tuner with 30 Presets
  • Two USB ports for flash drives and other devices
  • SiriusXM-Ready® (Requires SXV300V1 tuner sold separately)
  • 2-Year Warranty
  • RetroRadio Assembly Video
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Regular price $ 214.99
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The RetroSound RetroRadio® looks like the original factory radio in your 1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice while discreetly adding all the modern audio features found in your daily driver. Classic push-buttons, replica knobs, and a period-correct bezel or faceplate combine with the radio's display to create a truly authentic look. Listen to your favorite local radio stations, stream your favorite SiriusXM® channel, or play your favorite music over Bluetooth® from your connected device, all with a classic style that blends seamlessly with your interior.

The bezel/faceplate and knob recommendations on this page offer the most period-correct style for your 1978-85 Chevrolet Caprice. To completely customize your look check out our Build Your Own Radio page. 

For a factory-like fit, RetroRadio includes RetroSound’s patented InfiniMount™ Brackets that can be adjusted during installation to achieve the proper width and depth of control shafts and a flush fitment of the Radio Face.

RetroRadio is available with your choice of 3 different feature sets:

Motor 4HD

  • HD Radio® Technology
  • SiriusXM-Ready® (Requires SXV300V1 tuner sold separately)
  • Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0)
  • Includes Bluetooth® microphone for hands-free calls
  • AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets
  • Selectable tuner frequencies USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS
  • Auxiliary input for portable devices
  • Two USB ports for flash drives and other devices
  • 1-amp device charging via USB
  • Built-in 300-watt (peak power) Mosfet amplifier
  • 25 watts RMS x 4 channels – TrueRating™
  • Dual RCA pre-outs for external amplifiers
  • Dedicated subwoofer output
  • Adjustable color display
  • Non-volatile memory
  • 2-Year Warranty
  • Assembly is required

$60 SXM Service Card - when you purchase and activate your RetroSound® Radio with SXV300V1 SirusXM® Tuner
Plan options:

  • 12/$99 – 12 months of the Platinum Plan for $8.25/month
  • 12/$60 – 12 months of the Music & Entertainment Plan for$5/month

Motor 2B

  • Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0)
  • Includes Bluetooth® microphone for hands-free calls
  • AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets
  • Selectable tuner frequencies USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS
  • USB port for flash drives and other devices
  • 1-amp device charging via USB
  • Built-in 300-watt (peak power) Mosfet amplifier
  • 25 watts RMS x 4 channels – TrueRating™
  • Dual RCA pre-outs for external amplifiers
  • Dedicated subwoofer output
  • Ajustable color display
  • Non-volatile memory
  • 1-Year Warranty
  • Assembly is required

Motor 1B

  • Built-in Bluetooth® (Version 5.0)
  • Includes Bluetooth® microphone for hands-free calls
  • AM/FM RDS tuner with 30 presets
  • Selectable tuner frequencies USA/EUR/AUS/JAP/RUS
  • Auxiliary input for portable devices
  • Built-in 275-watt (peak power) Mosfet amplifier
  • 18 watts RMS x 4 channels – TrueRating™
  • Non-volatile memory
  • 1-Year Warranty
  • Assembly is required
Universal DIN Repair Kit (sold separately)

If the dash in your classic vehicle has been cut or modified, our Universal DIN Repair Kit can help you restore an authentic look. Check out our video on installing a RetroRadio using our Universal DIN Repair Kit.

Quadraphonic Amplifier (sold separately)

Add more power to your RetroSound Radio with the Quadraphonic Amplifier. The Quadraphonic is a 4-channel amplifier and connects directly to your RetroSound radio delivering 45-watts RMS to all four speakers. Pair it with a RetroSound 8" powered subwoofer for a complete audio system that's a breeze to install.

Retro Manufacturing radios are a modular design. Assembly is required. This design allows for a more adjustable fit and to offer different style options. RetroSound Radios are only compatible with 12V negative grounding vehicles.

Note: Bezels, knobs, faceplates, and replacement parts are non-returnable. Please refer to product packaging for the most up to date country of origin. If you are not sure as to fitment, please contact us.

  Motor 1B Motor 2B Motor 4HD
FM
Tuning Range (USA, EUR, AUS, JAP, RUS tuning capable) with RDS 87.5-107.9MHz 87.5-107.9MHz 87.5-107.9MHz
Antenna Terminal External Antenna Connector External Antenna Connector External Antenna Connector
Usable Sensitivity 12.5 dBf 12.5 dBf 12.5 dBf
Selectivity 75 dB @ 400kHz 75 dB @ 400kHz 75 dB @ 400kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio 62 dB (Stereo), 67 dB (mono) 62 dB (Stereo), 67 dB (mono) 62 dB (Stereo), 67 dB (mono)
Harmonic Distortion @ 1 kHz 0.8% (stereo), 0.5% (mono) 0.8% (stereo), 0.5% (mono) 0.8% (stereo), 0.5% (mono)
Separation 32 dB @ 1kHz 32 dB @ 1kHz 32 dB @ 1kHz
Frequency Response 30-16,000 Hz 30-16,000 Hz 30-16,000 Hz
AM (EU and US Tuning Capable)
Tuning Range (USA, EUR, AUS, JAP, RUS tuning capable) 530-1710 kHz 530-1710 kHz 530-1710 kHz
Antenna Terminal External Antenna Connector External Antenna Connector External Antenna Connector
General
Dimensions (radio body) 3.96”W x 1.98”H x 4.30”D 3.96”W x 1.98”H x 4.30”D 3.96”W x 1.98”H x 4.30”D
Power Requirements 11.5-14.4 volts 10.5-14.4 volts 10.5-14.4 volts
Current Consumption (during operation) Max. 15A Max. 15A Max. 15A
Current Consumption (car off) 3.5ma 3.5ma 3.5ma
Output Power (@ 14.4 volts @ 4 ohm @ 1% THD) 18x4 watts RMS 40x4 Max Power 25x4 watts RMS 45x4 watts Max Power 25x4 watts RMS 45x4 watts Max Power
Output Impedance 4-8ohm 4-8ohm 4ohm
AUX 1 Input (AUX cable length, 8”) >300 mV / 6 kΩ - >300 mV / 6 kΩ
AUX 2 Input (aux cable length, 8”) - - >300 mV / 6 kΩ
USB 1 Input (USB cable length, 16”) - 5V (USB female input) 5V (USB female input)
USB 2 Input - - 5V (USB female input)
Low Level Output (4 channels) - 2.85 volts 2.85 volts
EROM Non-Volatile Memory Non-Volatile Memory Non-Volatile Memory