[ShagginJet]

You need to visit the manufactures site to see what the newest line is. also if you check the press or new links on the manufactures site you can see whn they last released what and then you can tell if a new release is coming up soon. Just because something is last years model doesn't mean that it's a piece of junk. Do your research, visit some car audio forums, see what people have been saying and have experienced with that product. you can save some moeny if you're buy an older model, yet mose offer the features of the newer models too... don't get stuck up with 45wx4 channels, no head unit produces true 45 watts. Look at the size of a 45watt amp and compare it to a cd deck, no way they have a 45w amp in there....

personal note: I've experienced good times with both Pioneer and Rockford Fosgate.... Good head units from both, I like the Pioneer component speakers, and rockford for the amps and Subs.