Aquatic AV MP6 Waterproof Marine Stereo – Shallow Mount is a marine head unit for boats where space behind the dashboard is limited. It brings music and radio controls together in one unit, with Bluetooth audio, USB, MP3, AUX, and AM/FM listening options. The shallow-mount design makes it useful when choosing a boat radio for a helm or cabin panel with restricted mounting depth. Its monochrome TFT display has a blue backlight and two brightness settings, allowing the screen to be set to 100% or 30%.

For everyday listening, the MP6 lets you switch between a Bluetooth source, a USB connection, an auxiliary source and the built-in AM/FM tuner. The tuner stores up to 18 FM and 12 AM presets and offers switchable US and European frequency settings. The stereo is also DAB+ ready, with memory for 18 presets, but DAB+ reception requires a separate receiver sold separately. That distinction matters if digital radio is part of your planned marine audio system: the MP6 supports the option, while the additional receiver must be included in the installation.

The stereo includes a built-in Class A/B amplifier rated at a maximum of 4 × 45 W at 4 ohms or 4 × 72 W at 2 ohms. These are maximum output figures; they should not be read as continuous power ratings. DSP equalisation, bass and treble adjustment, balance, fader and loudness controls let you adjust playback to suit the connected speakers and where you listen on board. For audio connections, the MP6 provides Bluetooth and USB inputs, one stereo pair of RCA inputs and one 2 V stereo pair of RCA outputs. A rear USB port can also charge a connected device.

Built for marine use, the MP6 has an IP65 water-resistant rating, an ABS fascia and an aluminium chassis. The manufacturer lists 500-hour salt-fog and UV stability, while the supplied product information specifies stainless steel mounting hardware. Its operating range is 10.5–14.4 V DC, with a maximum current draw of 10 A. A clock display and two external triggers add to its onboard functions. Before fitting this waterproof marine stereo, check the available panel space, wiring, and speaker setup against the installation requirements. It is a practical choice for a new audio installation or a replacement marine stereo when a shallow mounting position and several listening sources are priorities.

Key Features:

• Aquatic AV MP6 Waterproof Marine Stereo – Shallow Mount combines a space-conscious installation design with Bluetooth, USB, MP3, AUX and AM/FM audio sources.
• IP65 water-resistant design with an ABS fascia, aluminium chassis, and manufacturer-listed salt-fog and UV stability.
• Blue-backlit monochrome TFT display with selectable 100% and 30% brightness settings.
• AM/FM tuner with 18 FM and 12 AM presets and switchable US/European frequencies.
• DAB+ ready with 18 preset memories; a separate DAB+ receiver is required and sold separately.
• Built-in Class A/B amplifier with maximum ratings of 4 × 45 W at 4 ohms or 4 × 72 W at 2 ohms.
• DSP EQ, bass, treble, balance, fader, and loudness controls for adjusting the connected audio system.
• Stereo RCA input and 2 V stereo RCA output, plus a rear USB port for device charging.

Applications / Suitable For:

• Aquatic AV MP6 Waterproof Marine Stereo – Shallow Mount suits boat helm and cabin audio installations where mounting depth is limited.
• Boats needing one marine head unit for Bluetooth playback, USB audio, auxiliary audio and AM/FM radio.
• Marine audio systems that need RCA connections alongside the stereo’s built-in amplifier.
• Installations where DAB+ may be added using the separately sold receiver.

FAQs:

Q: Is the Aquatic AV MP6 Waterproof Marine Stereo – Shallow Mount suitable for a boat with limited dashboard depth?
A: Yes. It is designed as a shallow-mount stereo, but check the installation space and wiring requirements before fitting.

Q: Does the MP6 receive DAB+ radio without an accessory?
A: No. It is DAB+ ready, but a separate DAB+ radio receiver is required and sold separately.

Q: What power supply does this marine stereo require?
A: The specified operating voltage is 10.5–14.4 V DC, and the maximum current draw is 10 A.

Q: Can I connect an external audio source through RCA?
A: Yes. The MP6 has one stereo pair of RCA inputs and one 2 V stereo pair of RCA outputs.