Product Description
If you're shopping for an AM/FM stereo for your Volkswagen, take a look at the USA-630, made by Custom Autosound for the classic 1971-79 VW Super Beetle. It's packed with useful features that will impress even the most demanding classic car radio fans.
Here are some of the features you can expect.
Display
The first thing most buyers notice is the display and what it can show:
- RDS tuner: shows the station, artist and song on the LCD screen.
- Negative display: white letters and numbers on a black background, plus an always-on digital clock that's easy to read.
- Alphanumeric display of MP3, WMA and iPod file information.
- A digital EQ lets you adjust the sound to your taste.
Power and Sound Features
This radio has plenty of power: 300 watts peak, plus a power antenna lead for clear reception of your favorite stations.
A USB port lets you play music files from a flash drive. You can also fine-tune the sound with:
- Loudness compensation
- Left/right balance
- 4-way fader
- Separate bass and treble controls
Controls
The controls are easy to use. You can play music from these sources:
- iPod control buttons and dock
- USA/Euro tuner
- 2-channel RCA auxiliary input
- Direct CD changer control
- Volume control and electronic tuning
- 12 FM radio presets
- 4-channel RCA pre-outs
Custom Autosound continues to refine the classic car radio with the USA-630. Its big, OEM-style buttons look great in an older dash. Despite its vintage look, it has modern features such as an iPod dock. You can use the radio's controls to browse your iPod's library by artist, song, album or playlist, so the iPod can stay hidden in the glove box or center console. You can also play MP3 or WMA files from a USB flash drive through the USB input on the back. With a thumb drive, an iPod or RDS radio, the alphanumeric display shows song titles, artist names and album names. With the optional BluKit, you can stream music wirelessly from a Bluetooth phone or device, and the radio's track-up button skips ahead on your phone. When you use the radio for a hands-free call, the music mutes automatically. With 300 watts of peak power, you shouldn't need an amplifier, but four pre-out jacks on the back are there if you want one. A line-in jack on the back also lets you plug in an iPod or portable CD player.
Here are the specs for the USA-630:
• USB Port to playback song files in WMA/MP3
• Buttons of iPod control and doc
• Direct CD control changer
• Negative display of white numbers/ letters in black background
• iPod/WMA/MP3 files are displayed in alpha-numeric forms
• Volume control and electronic tuning
• Compensation in loudness
• Digital EQ
• Fader of four way
• Right left balance system
• Active digital clock
• Auxiliary RCA Input with two channels
• Pre-sets of 12 radio stations
• Four channel pre-outs of RCA
• Distinct treble and bass
• Euro/USA tuner
• Powerful lead of antenna
The USA-630 is the latest step in Custom Autosound's quest for the perfect classic car radio. Its large OEM-style push buttons look right at home in a classic dash, but behind them are modern features like an iPod dock. You can browse your iPod by artist, song, album or playlist from the radio's buttons, so the iPod can stay hidden in the glove box or console. A USB input on the back plays MP3/WMA files from a flash drive, and the alphanumeric display shows song, artist and album titles from USB, iPod and RDS radio stations. With the optional BluKit, you can stream music from a Bluetooth phone or player, skip tracks with the radio's track-up button, and take hands-free calls while the music mutes automatically. At 300 watts peak, it has all the power most people need. If you want more, four pre-out jacks on the back connect optional amplifiers, and an auxiliary input accepts satellite radio or any portable player.
The USA-630 Features:
• AM/FM stereo
• RDS tuner shows station / song / artist on LCD display
• 300 Watts Peak
• USB Port for Flash Drive MP3/WMA Playback
• iPod dock and control (control your iPod from the buttons on the radio)
• Direct 6 CD Changer Control
• Negative LCD display (Black background with white letters / numbers)
• Alpha Numeric Display for MP3/WMA/ iPod files
• Electronic Tuning and Volume Control
• Loudness compensation
• Digital EQ
• 4-way fader
• Left Right Balance
• Digital Clock
• 2 Channel RCA Auxiliary Input for Satellite etc. (cable included)
• 16 Presets (12 FM, 4 AM)
• 4 Channel RCA Pre-outs
• Separate Bass and Treble
• USA/Euro Tuner
• Power Antenna Lead
1971-79 Super Beetle USA-630 In Dash AM/FM: Your Questions Answered
Is this radio made specifically for the 1971-79 Super Beetle?
This listing is the version made for the 1971-79 Super Beetle, designed to go into the original dash opening. Custom Autosound says its radios fit without altering or cutting the original dash.
What else should I know about the USA-630?
It can directly control Custom Autosound's optional CD-1 player. It also has digital EQ, separate bass and treble, loudness, a 4-way fader and a 2-channel RCA auxiliary input with cable included.
Why does the order ask about factory air?
Select Yes or No under Factory Air so we send the correct setup for your 1971-79 Super Beetle's dash.
Can I buy speakers and an antenna at the same time?
The options on this page let you add a front dual voice coil speaker, a rear 6x9 speaker pair (Custom Autosound 6x9 Speaker Pair and Upgraded Pioneer Speaker Pair), and a hideaway antenna.
Can I add a CD player or Bluetooth?
Check the CD options on this page, which include Single Slave CD and Bluetooth adapter.
What can the USA-630 do?
Bluetooth streaming and hands-free calling come from Custom Autosound's optional BluKit, which works with the USA-630. Custom Autosound rates it at 300 watts peak (45 watts RMS x 4), with four RCA pre-outs for adding amplifiers.
USA-630 specifications
- 300 watts peak power (45W x 4 RMS)
- AM/FM stereo tuner
- USB port for flash-drive playback (MP3/WMA/FLAC/WAV)
- Optional Bluetooth via BluKit add-on (sold separately)
- RCA auxiliary input (rear)
- Direct control for optional CD-1 changer
- 4-channel 5V RCA pre-outs
- Digital clock
- 7-color LCD display with dimmer
- Alphanumeric display for USB/iPod/RDS info
- Separate bass and treble; 4-way fader; L/R balance
- 25 presets (15 FM / 10 AM)
- Loudness compensation
- Power antenna lead
- USA/EURO/JAP/AUS/RUS tuner capability
- Custom Autosound 2-year manufacturer warranty
USA-630 wiring and tech tips
Use this as a head-unit reference for power, ground, antenna, speakers, and amplifier connections. Always match the printed diagram that ships with your unit if it differs.
Power and ground (typical Custom Autosound harness)
| Function | Wire color |
|---|---|
| Ignition / ACC +12V | Red |
| Battery / constant +12V | Yellow |
| Ground | Black |
| Power antenna | Blue |
Ignition and power-antenna leads are commonly fused at 1A on the harness—confirm against the guide that ships with your radio.
Speaker wiring (typical)
| Speaker | Wire color |
|---|---|
| Left front + / − | White / White-Black |
| Right front + / − | Gray / Gray-Black |
| Left rear + / − | Green / Green-Black |
| Right rear + / − | Violet (or Purple) / Violet-Black |
USA-630 extras
USB and iPod/dock leads share a cable near the antenna jack on many units. RCA jacks on top are typically labeled AUX IN, REAR, and FRONT (line out). Bluetooth requires the optional BluKit unless your package already includes it.
Suggested order for a 1971-1979 VW Bug
- Disconnect the vehicle battery before any wiring.
- Connect ground first, then constant (yellow) and ignition (red).
- Connect the antenna plug and the blue power-antenna lead if your car has a power antenna.
- Wire all four speakers, matching polarity.
- If using an amplifier, run RCA cables from the front/rear (and sub on USA-740/USA-850) pre-outs.
- Reconnect the battery and test radio, speakers, and charging system voltage.
Tech tips for 1971-1979 VW Bug
- This radio is sold for the factory VW Bug opening used in 1971-1979 models—do not cut a modern DIN rectangle if you want a stock look.
- A poor ground is the most common cause of whine or weak audio; scrape paint at the ground point and use a star washer.
- If AM reception is weak, check the antenna mast, cable continuity, and that the antenna plug is fully seated.
- Vintage Car Radio does not install radios. If you are not comfortable with 12V wiring, use a qualified installer.
USA-630 manuals
Download the manufacturer guide for operation, safety, and the official wiring diagram. You can also browse our full library on the Manuals page.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation. The manuals are for do-it-yourself reference or to share with your installer.
Two-Year Custom Autosound Warranty
All Custom Autosound radios sold by Vintage Car Radio are backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty from Custom Autosound.
Radios are checked before shipping. If something is wrong out of the box or under warranty, call us at 844-802-4499 or 574-226-6676 and we will help coordinate with the manufacturer.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation services. Refer to the Manuals and Wiring / Tech Tips sections for manufacturer guidance, or use a qualified car-audio installer.
FAQ — 1971-1979 VW Bug USA-630
Will this fit my 1971-1979 VW Bug without cutting the dash?
It is built for the original radio opening used on 1971-1979 VW Bug models. Compare your dash opening and bezel to the product photos. We do not modify dashes in-house.
Does this radio have Bluetooth?
The USA-630 supports Bluetooth with the optional BluKit add-on (sold separately).
Do I need an amplifier?
Many owners run speakers directly from the radio. Pre-outs are there if you want more volume or a subwoofer later.
Do you install the radio?
No. Vintage Car Radio ships the unit and documentation; installation is DIY or by a shop you choose.
What is the warranty?
Custom Autosound radios include a 2-year manufacturer warranty. See the Warranty section for details.
Need help?
Call 844-802-4499 or 574-226-6676.
Specs
Wiring / Tech Tips
Manuals
Warranty
Two-Year Custom Autosound Warranty
All Custom Autosound radios sold by Vintage Car Radio are backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty from Custom Autosound.
Radios are checked before shipping. If something is wrong out of the box or under warranty, call us at 844-802-4499 or 574-226-6676 and we will help coordinate with the manufacturer.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation services. Refer to the Manuals and Wiring / Tech Tips sections for manufacturer guidance, or use a qualified car-audio installer.
