by Ken Nail
Kenwood's DPX301U receiver gives you lots of ways to listen to your music, while big, user-friendly controls make it easy to run the show. It offers wired connectivity for your iPhone or Android, as well as ways to get your favorite digital, over-the-air, and satellite radio music while you cruise. See it in this demo video.
by Ken Nail
Kenwood's DPX301U receiver gives you lots of ways to listen to your music, while big, user-friendly controls make it easy to run the show. It offers wired connectivity for your iPhone or Android, as well as ways to get your favorite digital, over-the-air, and satellite radio music while you cruise. See it in this demo video.
by Jon Paulette
The Dodge (aka Ram) Dakota was one of the last of the "mid-size" pickups. Available in Club Cab and four-door Quad Cab models, the Dakota is a terrific truck for people who know exactly how much truck they need and why. Once you find the right truck, why not fill it with the right stereo?
by David Brown
Looking for a way to get music into more rooms? This system offers cool possibilities for playing lots of different music and other audio throughout your home.
by Steve Kindig
Adding high-resolution audio playback to your system usually means adding a component or upgrading your computer's music software. Depending on your current setup and your goals, there are many different paths to getting high-res sound.
by Steve Kindig
Troubled by the "black bars" that sometimes appear on your HDTV's screen? We'll explain why you see them and offer some solutions.
by Ken Nail
Whether you're fishing, waterskiing, or just cruising around, boating is even more enjoyable when you have a quality marine audio system. Here's how we outfitted two different boats belonging to Crutchfield employees.
by Ken Nail
]Clarion's CZ205 CD receiver saves you some money without imposing limits on how you enjoy your music. A front-panel USB port and aux input let you hook up almost any portable music player, while the receiver's user-friendly controls give you quick access over your music files, CDs, or favorite radio stations. Check it out in this demo video.
by Ken Nail
]Clarion's CZ205 CD receiver saves you some money without imposing limits on how you enjoy your music. A front-panel USB port and aux input let you hook up almost any portable music player, while the receiver's user-friendly controls give you quick access over your music files, CDs, or favorite radio stations. Check it out in this demo video.
by Steve Kindig
Ultra High Definition TVs, often referred to as "4K" TVs, can display four times the detail of typical HDTVs. How noticeable is the improvement? Is there any 4K content available? We'll tackle these questions and more.
by Jeff Miller
Sonos wireless speakers are great for music. But did you know you can configure them to deliver surround sound in your home theater? We decided to try it ourselves.
by Buck Pomerantz
Dan, a Crutchfield web designer, performed a major sound upgrade in his 1991 Mazda Miata by installing an Alpine KTP-445A compact car amplifier, a new Alpine receiver, and Polk Audio db speakers.
by Dave Bar
Curious about how Dolby Atmos can elevate a home theater's sound? We were — so we set up a system with Pioneer Elite equipment and gathered our experts to listen.
by Jon Paulette
With a comfortable interior and smooth, refined road manners, the VW Jetta is a wonderful way to add some European flair to your everyday drive. If you like a little music while you're carving up a country road, add a new stereo and speakers to your Jetta.
by Buck Pomerantz
Need to know know which size of wire you should use when installing an amplifier? Use our handy cable gauge chart to find out.
by Ken Nail
Pioneer's DEH-X8700BH CD receiver lets you tune into HD Radio stations that offer the best sound you'll hear coming over the airwaves. Add in Bluetooth and a variable color display and you've got quite a combination. See it in this demo video.
by Ken Nail
Pioneer's DEH-X8700BH CD receiver lets you tune into HD Radio stations that offer the best sound you'll hear coming over the airwaves. Add in Bluetooth and a variable color display and you've got quite a combination. See it in this demo video.
by Dave Bar
In ths video, world-renowned speaker engineer Andrew Jones discusses his latest creations and how they deliver a thrilling home theater experience.
by Jon Paulette
Marine receivers are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and configurations. Our handy guide will help you find the receiver that's right for your boat.
by Buck Pomerantz
When the stereo pulls too much power out of your car's electrical system, every part of the system suffers, even the amplifier itself. Here we discuss the most popular fixes for an underpowered electrical system: the big 3 upgrade, a capacitor, a larger alternator, and a second battery.
by Alexander Hrabe
If you're in the market for new car speakers but don't know where to start, take a look at these ten customer favorites to get your bearings.
by Eric Angevine
Getting a chance to borrow and use the Leica T Camera System for a couple of weeks was an incredible opportunity - I got to take beautiful photographs with a camera that combines top-flight internal engineering and precision optics with an undeniable external sense of style. In short, my photos would look amazing, and so would my camera.
by Tara W.
Because most people, from surround sound novices to A/V experts, find new formats a little confusing, we've provided a quick description of how each format works.
by Ralph Graves
We provide overviews of wireless multi-room systems from Bluesound, Bose®, Definitive Technology, Denon, Wren, Polk Audio, Samsung, Harman Kardon, and Sonos, making it easier for you to compare features.
by Ken Nail
Getting the right speakers to fit your car doesn't have to be confusing, thanks to Crutchfield's extensive research and database.
by Jim Richardson
You don't need a studio full of gear or years of practice to have a blast making great sounds with your iPad or iPhone. Find out how to get started.
by Jon Paulette
Years ago, prepping so-called "marine" audio equipment for life on a boat basically meant giving some old gear a new serial number and a white finish. Oh, how times have changed. Boaters demanded better, and companies like FUSION are delivering. We're proud to add these products to our marine lineup.
by Charlie Pastorfield
The "ideal" car audio system is not necessarily the loudest one, or the most expensive one. It's the one that best meets your needs. So, the first step is to figure out what your needs are. Start by asking yourself the right questions.
by Ralph Graves
With a universal remote, you can consolidate all the remote controls for your home theater system and home automation into one device.
by Jon Paulette
Well aware that full-sized pickups were selling faster than most cars, including their own Camry, Toyota went big in 2007. The result was the second-generation Tundra, which has all the size and strength necessary to match up with the best of the Big Three.
