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Where's the DAC? Everything you need to know about digital-to-analog converters
Aug 24, 2026
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Matching car subwoofers to amplifiers: Impedance, the Rule of Twos, and finding the sweet spot
Jul 22, 2026
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Pioneer SPHERA: Dolby Atmos® music in your car is the real deal
Jun 23, 2026
37m 19s
First look: Sony's new True RGB TVs are here — and they're a big deal
May 27, 2026
36m 39s
New Stinger MFDs are not just for Jeeps with Matt Palumbo, plus AudioControl's new EPICENTER bass restorers and EPIC Series products
May 18, 2026
46m 29s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 8/24/26 | Where's the DAC? Everything you need to know about digital-to-analog converters | You're probably using a DAC right now — you just don'tknow it. JR and Huffy kick off this episode with a game of "Where's the DAC?", a series of scenarios where you try to identify which device in the audio chain is handling the digital-to-analog conversion. From there, JR walks through the surprisingly interesting history of how standalone DACs went from a niche audiophile topic to a full product category at Crutchfield — and what the wave of early returns taught the team about setting customer expectations. The big takeaway: a better DAC will reveal how good your music sounds, not fix how bad it sounds. Garbage in, garbage out still applies.The guys also get into bit rates, sample rates, and whyyou probably shouldn't lose sleep over which DAC chip brand is inside your gear — but you should know what to look for when it matters. JR discusses three noteworthy standalone DACs worth knowing about: the Cambridge Audio DacMagic200M, the iFi ZEN DAC 3, and the AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt. If you have questions or want to tell JR which DAC chip brand you think sounds best, send an email to [email protected] from this episode of Crutchfield: The PodcastCambridge Audio DacMagic 200M (Silver) Stereo DAC/headphone amplifier/preamp with built-in Bluetooth® (Silver) at CrutchfieldiFi ZEN DAC 3 Desktop USB DAC and headphone amplifier at Crutchfield AudioQuest DragonFly® Cobalt Plug-in USB DAC/headphone amplifier, compatible with Apple® and Android™ mobile devices at Crutchfield DAC buying guideGuide to high-fidelity computer audioIntro to high-resolution audio | — | ||||||
| 7/22/26 | Matching car subwoofers to amplifiers: Impedance, the Rule of Twos, and finding the sweet spot | JR goes full deep-dive this month on a topic that's beenteased on this show more than once — how to match car subwoofers to amplifiers so your bass system performs the way it should. Huffy is here too, playing the role of someone who just wants great low end. The episode has two parts: if you just want the quick answers on which impedance subs tobuy for the most common setups, JR serves up the fish in the first few minutes. If you want to actually learn how to fish — understanding what impedance is, why two ohms is the sweet spot for most sub amps, and how series vs. parallel wiring affects what your amplifier sees — that's the rest of theshow. Along the way, JR introduces the "Rule of Twos," a simple memory tool for getting dual voice coil sub wiring right, and explains when you can safely go to one ohm versus when you probably shouldn't. The episode also covers powered subs and pre-loaded enclosed subs for anyone who'drather skip the math entirely — and no judgment there. Visual learners: here are some links to Crutchfield's subwoofer wiring diagrams and YouTube videos, because some of this stuff really does need a picture. Please send your follow-up questions (and pushback from your knowledgeable friends) to [email protected]. · Subwoofer wiring diagrams· What are dual voice coil subwoofers?· How to match subwoofers and amplifiers· How to wire multiple subs to your amplifier | Crutchfield· How to match amps and subs in your car | Crutchfield | — | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | Dolby Atmos musiccar stereo+4 | Dylan Wold | Pioneer SPHERADolby Atmos+3 | — | Pioneer SPHERADolby Atmos+5 | — | 37m 19s | ||
| 5/27/26 | Sony True RGB TVsTV technology+3 | — | Bravia 7 Mark IIBravia 9 Mark II+6 | — | SonyTrue RGB+5 | — | 36m 39s | ||
| 5/18/26 | car audiomultifunction displays+3 | Matt Palumbo | HORIZON12EPICENTER PRO+6 | GM | StingerAudioControl+3 | — | 46m 29s | ||
| 4/27/26 | home speakersacoustics+3 | Mulligan | Crutchfield | — | home speakersacoustics+5 | — | 51m 39s | ||
| 3/23/26 | car audiospeaker installation+3 | Peter | DynamatHushmat+2 | — | car speakersinstallation tips+3 | — | 38m 56s | ||
| 2/23/26 | home entertainmentprojectors+5 | Huffy | Crutchfield | — | ultra-short throw projectorlarge TV+5 | — | 30m 34s | ||
| 1/18/26 | CES 2026Micro RGB TVs+4 | — | Micro RGB televisionsOLED screens+11 | — | CES 2026Micro RGB TVs+7 | — | 41m 20s | ||
| 12/21/25 | fan questionsvintage audio gear+3 | — | Pioneer SXT-C10PSPioneer+5 | Europe | Pioneer SXT-C10PSvintage home audio+3 | — | 59m 12s | ||
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| 11/24/25 | holiday gift guideelectronics+5 | — | Belkin Stage PowerGrip Camera gripBelkin UltraCharge Qi2-compatible, 3-in-1 foldable magnetic charger+15 | — | holiday giftselectronics+6 | — | 33m 30s | ||
| 10/26/25 | Fender guitarsCrutchfield+3 | NedCharlie+2 | FenderCrutchfield | — | Fenderguitars+5 | — | 1h 09m 47s | ||
| 9/21/25 | podcastsYouTube channels+4 | — | CrutchfieldRTINGS+6 | — | audio resourcesvideo resources+4 | — | 34m 36s | ||
| 8/24/25 | Top TV picks for 2025 with Emily S. | Emily, a Crutchfield editor and one of our TV writers, joins JR and Huffy to talk about her picks for the top TVs for 2025. She explains the reasoning behind her picks and provides some updates that weren’t in the original article. If you are interested in televisions or are just wondering which one might be best for your TV watching situation, thisepisode is a must-listen! You can also check out the Best TVs for 2025 article that we used as the basis for this discussion.Shop TVs | — | ||||||
| 7/18/25 | Jeep and other vehicle-specific infotainment solutions from Stinger with Matt Palumbo | JR and Huffy/Eric invite Matt Palumbo to discuss the new Stinger HORIZON10 10" floating-screen infotainment center, along with where car stereo is headed. The HORIZON10 is a feature-packed digital multimedia receiver that integrates capably with Jeeps and other vehicles. It also plays well with AudioControl DSP devices and other peripherals. It’s another example of the future of car stereo. If you have a Jeep, you need to hear this! In this episode we discuss the Stinger HORIZON10 as well as AudioControl DSPs. You’ll definitely want to enter your car in to the website to see if we have any vehicle-specific solutions for you. | — | ||||||
| 6/23/25 | The future of car stereo is now: Direct Replacement from JVC/Kenwood and ADS | Factory car stereos have become so much harder to replace in the last few years. The radio in the dash is so integrated with the vehicle systems and features that it can be almost impossible to replace. Now, JVC/Kenwood have teamed up with ADS (the makers of the iDatalink Maestro OEM interface), and the result is Direct Replacement. Finally, we can offer radio replacement solutions for millions of cars that were previously difficult or impossible to upgrade.In this episode JR and Huffy (aka Eric) interview Kelvin Riviera from JVC/Kenwood to discuss how this all came about, get into some specifics about Direct Replacement, and have some fun talking about the future of car stereo. If you want to see the Kenwood Direct Replacement stereos, here’s our YouTube video. To find out if there’s a Direct Replacement option for your car, enter your vehicle and then go to custom car stereos | — | ||||||
| 6/12/25 | Tom Cruise says we need to go to the theater, is he right? | In this special bonus episode Eric and JR explore thequestion, “Do you need to go to the theater to enjoy movies, or can they be just as good on a home theater?” To get to the bottom of this, the guys brought in some experts and did some of their own research. First they talked with Bryan Loy from Alamo Drafthouse Cinema about why people go to movies, especially at his theaters, as well as how he watches movies. Then Eric brings his 10-year-old son Porter into the studio to share his thoughts on movies, Dolby Atmos, Minecraft, books, WWII, and more. Porter also schools JR on the lingo the kids are using these days. He’s got plenty of rizz, that’s for sure. Eric and JR go see a movie!Thinking about making your home theater feel more like amovie theater? Here are some articles you might find helpful: TV Buying GuideHow to choose a home theater projectorHome theater receivers: The complete beginner's guideIntro to home theater speakersSmall home theater ideasBest Dolby Atmos sound bars for 2025 | — | ||||||
| 5/8/25 | Mother’s Day Special - Mom installs her own car speakers | JR’s mother is pretty cool. So cool that she recently boughtnew speakers and installed them in her 2008 Ford Escape. JR interviewed her after she finished the installation to see how it went, and to show the world how much he loves his mom. If you are considering your own car audio installation, weare here to help. We offer plenty of insightful articles to get you going, tons of information on the products, expert Advisors for assistance in finding the right products, tech support for your new gear, and 60 days to make sure youlove it. Car stereo buying guideCar speakers buying guideCar subwoofer buying guideCar amplifier buying guide | — | ||||||
| 4/21/25 | What can be done to improve the stereo in electric vehicles and hybrids? | JR and Eric invite Tech Support Supervisor Cris Baker intothe new podcast studio at Crutchfield HQ to discuss the latest developments in EVs and hybrids and what can be done to improve their sound systems. We know a lot more about these vehicles today than we did just a few years ago, as Cris explains. Cris is also working hard to fill in the information gaps so we can be even smarter about how you can put a new system in your EV or hybrid more safely. The guys also have some fun talking about their favorite EVsand which ones they would take home today, if money were no object. There are also some new EVs on the horizon that have piqued our interest. Alpine has developed some impressive systems specifically for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y cars, and even made a thorough installation video so you can see what’s involved before you buy. We are pretty excited about the future of audio in EVs, and you’ll know why as you listen to this episode. Additionally, Cris and JR answer pertinent questions fromthe owner of a 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E about adding a powered subwoofer to his system. We have custom audio packages for more than just Teslas, Go here, enter your car in to the site and see what we have for your ride: Custom-fit Audio Packages at CrutchfieldCheck out Alpine’s Tesla installation video here. | — | ||||||
| 3/24/25 | How do we know what fits your car? Crutchfield’s Vehicle Research Team | We’ve been researching cars since the early days ofCrutchfield. It’s how we know what stereos, speakers, amps, subs, and more fit your vehicle. How do we do it? Who takes apart dashes and measures speaker locations? Where do we get the cars? And maybe most importantly: How can youhelp? This episode is a deep dive into the world of Crutchfield Vehicle Research. As you listen to this episode, you can play along as JRquizzes his co-host Eric about all things Vehicle Research. The answers can be found in these articles:The history of Crutchfield's car audio DIY supportWho was the Crutchfield Installation Doctor?The Crutchfield Vehicle Research TeamResearch your car the Crutchfield way | — | ||||||
| 2/24/25 | Stories from Crutchfield Tech Support | Bill Crutchfield opened our tech support department in 1979;before that, Bill was the tech support department. Now it’s a group of around 70 people helping our customer get their shiny new toys up and running. JR asked our technicians if they had any interesting stories from their experiences working with customers, and it turns out they do! This episode features several of our techs sharing their stories. And along the way we find out about them as people, what makes them tick, what the enjoy most about helping our customers. It’s a fascinating look into the world of tech support done right. And remember you get free tech support for life with everyCrutchfield purchase. Tech Support - Crutchfield - Audio, video, and more. Since 1974.What you need to know about HDMI ARC and eARC (crutchfield.com)Revive the Drive | — | ||||||
| 1/27/25 | Season 5 premiere! The guys answer your questions | We put out a call for questions on Facebook and Instagram: Things you, our fans, would like us to discuss on the podcast. You gave us plenty to talk about, and talk about it we did! We couldn't think of a better way to start our fifth season of the show than interacting with our listeners. We discuss tweeter styles, amplifier power, and how to replace the radio in Chevy Suburbans. Also: Valentine's day is coming up, so we thought of some Valentine's day gift ideas for your sweetie that might be better than traditional chocolates and flowers. Give the gifts of energy, music, and togetherness instead. mophie phone chargers: mophie at Crutchfield Sony WH-1000XM5 (Black) Over-ear Bluetooth® wireless noise-canceling headphones at Crutchfield Apple AirPods: Bluetooth Headphones: Wireless, Noise-Canceling & more - Crutchfield.com Crutchfield: The Podcast | — | ||||||
| 12/19/24 | How to make your TV sound great part 4: Headphones | We get a lot of people interested in using headphones with their TV. Some want to listen on just headphones, while others need the headphones to work at the same time as the TV sound is on for others. In this episode we dive in to how to use headphones with your TV the way that works for your household. This is also our season 4 finale, and we brought in a special guest. Eric and J.R. welcome Mullins, one of our excellent Training Managers, to the show. If you want more info, check out our top recommendations for TV headphones or begin with our headphone buying guide. Our headphone glossary will help you understand all the headphone-specific terminology, so you can shop smarter. All wireless headphones | — | ||||||
| 12/12/24 | How to make your TV sound great part 3: Home Theater | We are super excited to be talking about Home Theater in this third episode of our four-part series that examines the best ways to make your TV sound as good as it looks. JR and Eric go in to the speakers needed for surround sound, and the home theater receivers that power those speakers. If you are considering whether home theater is the thing for you, this episode should give you the guidance you need. If you like to read, and you want more, you should check out our beginner’s guide to home theater receivers and our Introduction to home theater speakers. And if you want some more guidance, and some visuals that will help you with speaker placement for home theater, we’ve got you covered. Home theater receivers Home speakers | — | ||||||
| 12/5/24 | How to make your TV sound great, part 2: Powered stereo speakers | In part two of this four-part series on TV sound solutions, JR and Eric dive deep on the idea of just using a stereo, 2-channel speaker set up to enhance your TV’s sound. This can be done with powered stereo speakers, or with passive speakers and a receiver. The guys go in to the connections needed to make this work. Are you more in to music, but also want your TV to sound bigger and better than the TV’s built-in speakers? This is the episode for you. If this episode is of interest to you, here’s some articles you might find helpful in your stereo system journey. This article explains the finer points of stereo speaker placement. And we put together a list of our favorite powered stereo speakers with full explanations as to why we love them. You’ll find all our powered stereo speakers that are ideal for use with a TV right here: Powered Stereo Speakers at Crutchfield | — | ||||||
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