Crutchfield: The Podcast

Crutchfield: The Podcast
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Crutchfield: The Podcast

Crutchfield has been selling awesome gear for enjoying audio, video, and more since 1974. In our first-ever podcast, co-hosts JR and Eric chat about the gear that makes life fun, sharing shopping and installation advice along the way.

  1. OCT 24

    How to choose the best car speakers: Our expert tips for improving your sound

    J.R. and Eric return for Part 2 of our series on how to build the perfect car audio system for your needs. Once again, your hosts explain the jargon and answer essential questions like, "What is RMS wattage?" and "Do I need to think about 'sensitivity'?" Find out more about speaker sizes, the importance of speaker materials, and all the good reasons to upgrade the factory speakers in your older vehicle. Ready to find out which speakers fit your vehicle? Start with our ⁠⁠⁠vehicle selector tool⁠⁠⁠. And for a recap of everything in this episode, check out our ⁠⁠⁠car speakers buying guide⁠⁠⁠.

    36 min
  2. How to choose the best car stereo: Our expert tips for the perfect fit

    OCT 11

    How to choose the best car stereo: Our expert tips for the perfect fit

    Hosts J.R. and Eric kick off Season 4 with a nod to our 50th anniversary and an introduction to the show’s new format. This episode kicks off our four-part series all about car audio and how to choose the right gear for you and your vehicle. Your hosts dive into the car stereo category to explain the jargon, a little of the history, the main types of radios, and lots of favorite features. If you’re unafraid of a little DIY and looking to refresh your audio experience in the car, add some safety features, or finally step up to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, this is the perfect listen. Plus, J.R. and Eric explain why integration gear is essential to getting the most from your new stereo. Ready to find out what fits your vehicle? Start with our vehicle selector tool: https://www.crutchfield.com/whatfits And for a recap of everything in this episode, check out our Car Stereo Buying Guide: https://www.crutchfield.com/learn/car-stereo-buying-guide.html Stay tuned for Part 2 of the series, all about car speakers!

    42 min
  3. The art of the demo

    02/10/2023

    The art of the demo

    Cohosts J.R. and Eric are joined by Crutchfield's in-house A/V demo expert, Dave. The trio talk about what makes a great demo as well as their favorite (and least favorite) demos that they've experienced during their time at Crutchfield. Then, J.R. reveals results from a company-wide poll of Crutchfield employees' favorite scenes to throw on and put their home theater system to the test. Tune in to hear if any of your favorite scenes are included in the conversation. If they aren't, be sure to let us know in the comments below. Looking for some great music to test an audio system? Check out our Spotify profile! (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4z0kIU5KvlzbK0wUBDJiEa) And if you want to get a sense of what new speakers can do before you buy them, try out our SpeakerCompare tool. (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/BI5) Read episode transcript

    1 hr
  4. Andrew Jones returns to talk MoFi

    01/20/2023

    Andrew Jones returns to talk MoFi

    Acclaimed speaker designer Andrew Jones returns to the podcast... er, Crutchfield LIVE... to discuss his latest creation, MoFi's SourcePoint 10 bookshelf speakers. (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/BEV) He discusses an assortment of topics with J.R., from his decision to join MoFi's team to his thinking behind his newest design to his feelings on car audio. It's a casual and always entertaining conversation. And if video is your preference, check out the interview on our YouTube channel. (https://youtu.be/2T0M3492BcE)

    51 min
  5. Tara and her treehouse A/V system

    11/25/2022

    Tara and her treehouse A/V system

    J.R. and Eric can't resist kicking off the show with a little hard selling in the spirit of Black Friday deals (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B5F) but then quickly segue into an easygoing interview with Crutchfield employee Tara. Tara leads our video and social media team — she's a self-professed headphone addict (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B5G) and has also been a Sonos fan (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B5H) from the very start. During their chat, she and J.R. chat about their history as onscreen cohosts way back when, their favorite old gear, and Tara's totally one-of-a-kind treehouse (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B5I), which is a full-functioning listening and screening room. If you're in need of A/V inspiration, this episode is not to be missed!

    54 min
  6. Norm answers customer questions

    11/11/2022

    Norm answers customer questions

    When we talk about Legendary Service at Crutchfield, Norm is always top of mind. In this audio version of our live-streamed show, Crutchfield Live, which you can watch on YouTube and Facebook, J.R. chats with Norm about his history as an A/V installer, his expertise, and what he does at Crutchfield these days. Plus, the duo answer customer questions about all kinds of gear.

    1h 18m
  7. Legendary mixing engineer Manny Marroquin

    10/28/2022

    Legendary mixing engineer Manny Marroquin

    Our headphone guy Jeff (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B0Q) got the rare opportunity to chat with Grammy award-winning mixing engineer Manny Marroquin (http://www.mannymarroquin.com/). A veteran of the music industry for over 30 years, Manny has worked with the best artists in the business, including Alicia Keys, Ed Sheeran, Rihanna, and Kendrick Lamar. Jeff talks with him about his history in the business, his studio, his groundbreaking restaurant and live venue (https://www.verse.la/), and his recent work with Audeze (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B0R) designing the Audeze MM-500 open-back planar magnetic studio headphones (https://www.crutchfield.com/r/B0S). Before, after, and at spots in between the interview, J.R., Eric, and Jeff provide the "Crutchfield take" on Manny's philosophy and work. Before all is said and done, J.R. breaks out the new Audeze MM-500 headphones for Eric and J.R. to try out for themselves!

    1h 32m
  8. Mark from Car Audio Fabrication

    10/14/2022

    Mark from Car Audio Fabrication

    J.R. introduces this audio version of our live-streamed show, Crutchfield Live, which you can watch on YouTube and Facebook. He talks with Mark of Car Audio Fabrications (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4FiN46mPTtkJxzRXJY21lQ), a YouTube channel devoted to making the car audio gear we sell look and sound great in all sorts of vehicles. Be sure to check out the Crutchfield Live episode with Mark (https://youtu.be/VaeYWaGOz6Y) to see the custom builds that he talks about in the episode!

    1h 6m
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Ratings & Reviews

4.8
out of 5
17 Ratings

About

Crutchfield has been selling awesome gear for enjoying audio, video, and more since 1974. In our first-ever podcast, co-hosts JR and Eric chat about the gear that makes life fun, sharing shopping and installation advice along the way.

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  • Creator
    Crutchfield: The Podcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Crutchfield: The Podcast
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