DS18 HYDRO MRX2 Marine & Powersports Digital Media Receiver
The DS18 HYDRO MRX2 Marine Head Unit is a full-size marine and powersports head unit designed to deliver premium sound, rugged durability, and modern connectivity in extreme environments. Whether installed in a boat, UTV, ATV, golf cart, or off-road vehicle, the DS18 MRX2 marine headunit is built to perform flawlessly in wet, dusty, and high-vibration conditions.
Equipped with a bright 3” LCD screen, this marine head unit offers clear visibility in both daylight and low-light situations. The illuminated buttons and clean layout make this DS18 marine stereo easy to operate while riding, boating, or cruising. Integrated RGB LED lighting allows you to match your vehicle’s interior or lighting theme for a fully customized look.
With Bluetooth 5.0, the DS18 MRX2 marine head unit lets you wirelessly stream music from your phone or any Bluetooth-enabled device with a stable connection and extended range. This Bluetooth marine head unit also includes USB input for music playback and 2A device charging, ensuring your devices stay powered on long rides or long days on the water.
The DS18 HYDRO MRX2 features 2-zone audio control, allowing you to independently adjust volume and sound between zones—ideal for multi-speaker marine or off-road audio systems. With 4-volt preamp RCA outputs, including dedicated front, rear, and subwoofer outputs, this marine head unit delivers clean, high-voltage signal strength for maximum sound quality when paired with amplifiers.
Designed for harsh environments, the DS18 MRX2 marine headunit carries an IP65 waterproof rating, protecting it against water spray, rain, mud, and dust. This makes it a dependable marine powersports head unit for vehicles that regularly face the elements.
Power output is strong and reliable, delivering 4x15 watts RMS at 4 ohms and 4x25 watts RMS at 2 ohms, making this DS18 marine head unit capable of driving most entry-level marine and powersports speakers without distortion. Advanced sound controls give you full command over bass, treble, EQ, fade, balance, loudness, zone control, and subwoofer crossover for a perfectly tuned audio experience.
The DS18 HYDRO MRX2 marine head unit also features AM/FM RDS radio, CT sync time adjustment, and wideband reception so you can enjoy your favorite stations wherever your adventures take you.
🔊 Key Features & Highlights
- DS18 HYDRO MRX2 marine head unit
- 3” LCD display with illuminated keys
- Bluetooth 5.0 wireless audio streaming
- RGB LED lighting
- 2-zone audio control
- 4-volt RCA preamp outputs (front, rear, sub)
- 4 x 50 watts MAX power output
- IP65 waterproof marine rating
- USB playback & 2A charging
- AM/FM RDS radio with CT sync
- Designed for marine, UTV, ATV, golf cart & off-road use
🚤 Ideal For
- Marine audio systems
- UTV & side-by-side builds
- ATVs
- Golf carts
- Off-road & outdoor vehicles





Technical Details
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| GENERAL: | |
| Operating Voltage: | 10.5 -16 Volts |
| Low Voltage Warning Alert: | YES (< 11V) |
| Waterproof Rating: | IPX6 |
| UV/Salt Protection: | YES |
| Buttons: | Rubber + RGB Backlit (synced with LCM) |
| Screen Panel: | Gorilla Glass with OCA Full Bonding |
| DISPLAY: | |
| Type: | Liquid Cristal Module |
| Backlight: | 7 Colors Selectable (Auto / White / Red / Blue / Green / Purple / Cyan / Yellow |
| AUDIO: | |
| Power Output RMS: | 4 x 15W @ 4ohm / 4 x 25W @ 2ohm |
| Max: | 4 x 50W @ 2ohm |
| Min Load: | 2 ohm Stable per Channel |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz to 20Khz |
| RCA Pre-Out Voltage: | 4 Volts |
| Output Impedance: | 500 ohm |
| Equalizer: | 2 Bands (Bass 80Hz, Treble 12Khz) |
| Presets: | YES (S-Bass / Vocal /Powerful / clarity) |
| Subwoofer Control: | Level (-10 to +10) |
| Audio Zones: | 2 Zones (Stereo + Subwoofer each) |
| Independent Zone Control: | YES (Level/Tone) |
| Audio Input: | L+R RCA (Aux Input) |
| TUNER: | |
| FM Frequency Range: | 87.5 -107.9 MHz |
| AM Frequency Range: | 530 -1710 KHz |
| Weather Band: | 162.40 -162.55 MHz |
| NOAA Weather Band: | YES Compatible |
| Tuner Presets: | 18 FM / 12 AM / 6 WB |
| Radio Data System: | YES (AF / TA / NEWS) Selectable |
| CONNECTIVITY: | |
| Bluetooth Version: | 5.0 + EDR |
| Audio Streaming: | A2DP |
| USB Compatibility: | v2.0 |
| USB Capacity: | 64 Gb Max |
| USB Charge Capacity: | 2.1Amp |
| Audio Files Compatibility: | MP3, WMA |
| Remote Control: | Wired 3.5mm Jack Input (Compatible with MXRC) |
