1955-59 Chevrolet or GMC Truck Apache Radio
The RetroSound® Apache is the most technologically-advanced radio ever made for your vintage 1955-59 GMC or Chevrolet Truck, and also the only with built-in Bluetooth® connectivity for hands-free phone calls and wireless audio streaming. The new Apache features a 32,000 color display to customize your radio to your truck's interior. A single USB port for flash drive plus two standard auxiliary inputs are included. The Apache has a built-in 25 watts x 4 channel power amplifier as well as front and rear RCA pre-outs, that would allow you to add external amplifiers. It mounts seamlessly into your Chevrolet/GMC truck thanks to RetroSound®'s patented InfiniMount adjustable bracket system.
- Fits 1955-59 GMC or Chevrolet Truck
- Built-in Bluetooth® connectivity
- 32,000 color display
- AM/FM world tuner
- One rear-mounted USB port for flash drives
- Two auxiliary inputs for portable devices
- 25 watts x 4 channel RMS power amplifier
- Dual RCA pre-outs for external amplifiers
- Patented InfiniMount adjustable shaft system
- Body can be mounted remotely for custom installation using optional extension cable
- Selectable 12/24 hour clock
- 1-Year Warranty
- Works with any of our external amplifiers
The RetroSound® Apache is the most technologically advanced radio ever made for your vintage 1955-58 Chevrolet or 1955-59 GMC Truck. Apache features an AM/FM tuner with 30 pre-sets, a built-in power amplifier, as well as a rear auxiliary input for portable devices such as iPod® or portable satellite radio. It mounts seamlessly into your Chevrolet/GMC truck thanks to RetroSound®'s patented InfiniMount adjustable bracket system. Our Chevrolet Block Vintage Overlays are now included to give your new Apache that classic radio dial look!
- OEM styling fits 1955-58 Chevrolet or 1955-59 GMC Truck
- Selectable international tuner frequencies
- AM/FM tuner with 30 pre-sets (12 AM and 18 FM)
- Three EQ pre-sets plus user-controlled bass, treble, fader, and balance adjustments
- Rear auxiliary input for portable devices
- Built-in 275-watt amplifier (TrueRating™: 18 watts RMS/40 watts peak x 4 channels)
- Separate power antenna and amplifier turn-on lead(s)
- InfiniMount shaft/bracket system for maximum installation flexibility
- Selectable 12/24 hour clock
- 1-Year Warranty
- Works with any of our external amplifiers
- Includes chrome mounting bezel and your choice of plastic or die cast metal chrome knobs
- Chevrolet Block Vintage Overlays (SCP16) are included
The Apache is available with your choice of feature sets. The features listed above are available as the M1A feature set, or upgrade to the M2A feature set for all of the above, plus:
- Built-in Bluetooth® for hands-free phone operation and wireless streaming
- Enhanced 32,000 color LCD display
- A rear-mounted USB port allows playback of MP3, WMA, and FLAC digital music files
- Two rear mounted auxiliary inputs for portable devices
- Built-in 300-watt amplifier (TrueRating™: 25 watts RMS/45 watts peak x 4 channels)
- Two sets of RCA low level outputs
- 3 EQ presets / loudness control
- 1-Year Warranty
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.
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| 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 |
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| 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 face & push-buttons only) | 3.5”W x 1.5” H x 1.05” D | - | - |
| 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) | |||
| 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 | >300 mV / 6 kΩ |
| AUX 2 Input (aux cable length, 8”) | - | >300 mV / 6 kΩ | >300 mV / 6 kΩ |
| USB 1 Input (USB cable length, 40”) | - | 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 |
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| Compatible Faces |
Apache |
Daytona |
Daytona |
Daytona Denver Detroit Huntington Monterey Newport New York Redondo RS RetroRadio Face Santa Cruz Wonder Bar 1 & 3 |
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| Built-in Bluetooth®Allows connection to Bluetooth devices. Using the radio as a hands-free device for phones and allowing playback from a device through the radio speaker system. |  |
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| Front and Rear RCA Low Level Pre-amp Outputs | |
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| Non-Volatile MemoryRadio has a memory chip that stores station presets, sound settings and other radio settings even if power is removed from the radio. This will not store time. | |
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| Made for iPod® / iPhone®Reads directly from an Apple device. | |
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| AM/FM RDS Tuner with 30 Pre-setsRDS (Radio Data Systems) Sends data from the radio station to the radio. Everything from auto setting your radios clock displaying station, artist and song information. Other RDS features include searching by music genres, Traffic warning and other information sent by a radio station. |
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| USB Port for WMA/MP3 Music FilesUSB inputs allow playback from a flash drive with MP3/FLAC or WMA music files. Select models will interface with an Apple device. | |
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| Auxiliary InputsUses a 3.5mm input style jack to play audio from an external device | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayRadio display color. Certain models have adjustable RGB display. | White | 32,000 Color Display | 32,000 Color Display | 32,000 Color Display |
| Power OutputPower rating. RMS is the power it can deliver continuously. | 18 watts x 4 | 25 watts x 4 | 25 watts x 4 | 25 watts x 4 |
| SiriusXM-Ready®SiriusXM® SXV300 Tuner Sold Separately | |
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