Help me choose between the two. I'm looking for a new headunit and I'm going to just run components up front and a Basslink in the trunk. Thanks

 

ummm.... anything other than an eclipse is just silly........

 

8600. but id take the alpine 9835 over the 860... but its alot more $.

 

Go to your local audio store and spend some time getting to know how each one works. You may discover that you prefer the functions and sound tuning capabilities more than the other. You may also find that one is easier to operate. Take a couple of your favorite cd's along with you.