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iPods & Headphones: How-To, FAQ, and Shopping Guides

Get Better Sound From Your iPod®

Ralph Graves
2/5/2009

Learn how to adjust your iTunes settings when you rip CDs for higher-quality audio files, and how to hook up an external hard drive to give your library room to grow.

 

Headphones: How to Choose the Best for You

David Brown
12/5/2012

Learn how to find the headphones for every purpose.

 

The Best Headphones for the Job

Ralph Graves
9/21/2011

Which headphones are the best? There's no one answer. Here are our recommendations for "the best" based on general usage and situations.

 

Choosing Speakers for your iPod, iPhone, and iPad

Amanda P.
2/27/2013

Want to share music from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod? Here are tips on how to choose the best powered speaker system for your needs.

 

Intro to Apple AirPlay®

Ralph Graves
11/12/2012

What is Apple AirPlay? Apple Airplay® is a feature of Apple’s iTunes® program (version 10 or later). It’s a way to wirelessly stream content from an Apple portable...

 

Guide to High-fidelity Computer Audio

Jim Richardson
6/12/2012

Learn how to get hi-fi sound from the music on your computer.

 

Video: How to Choose the Right Satellite Radio

Video Guest
1/26/2010

If you're interested in getting satellite radio, but not quite sure which kind of radio to get, then take a look at this video. We'll go over the basic kinds of gear to choose from and how you add it to your existing stereo, either in the car or at home.

 

Introduction to Wi-Fi ®

Ryan Steele
7/8/2011

An introduction and overview of Wi-Fi wireless technology, its advantages and disadvantages, and the future of the technology.

 

Video: Introducing the Crutchfield Labs

Steve Kindig
11/14/2012

Steve, Crutchfield A/V Editor, gives us a tour of the Crutchfield Labs. He talks about why we built the Labs and how they can help us find you the right gear.

 

How to Choose an iPod®/iPhone® Dock for Your A/V System

Ralph Graves
4/15/2012

Learn how to choose an iPod dock with the right capabilities and audio/video connections for your home A/V system.

 

Crutchfield Labs: open for business

Steve Kindig
12/21/2011

Our new in-house Labs will help us dig even deeper into the equipment we sell. From acoustically optimized listening rooms to advanced test benches, we'll bring you meaningful measurements along with real-world impressions from our savvy experts.

 

Video: A Newbie's Guide to Stereo Systems

Steve Kindig, Tara W.
10/1/2011

Steve, Crutchfield Senior Editor and audio enthusiast, and Tara, Crutchfield writer and digital audio enthusiast, set up a dedicated stereo listening system. They show you what you need to enjoy your music to the fullest, from a basic system to one that's more complex.

 

File Formats Glossary

Ralph Graves
9/21/2011

Learn about the different types of digital files.

 

NuForce iDo™ DAC and headphone amp

Woody Sherman
9/13/2011

Now you can enjoy all the advantages of an outboard digital-to-analog converter and a headphone amp while listening to music directly from your iPod, iPad or iPhone. Woody tries out the NuForce iDo.

 

iPod® FAQ

Todd Cabell, Ralph Graves
8/27/2011

A list of frequently asked questions about iPods.

 

Introduction to Stereo Music Systems

Jim Richardson
8/24/2011

Are you an avid music lover? Then you should have a special space and the gear you need to properly indulge your passion. This article will help you put together a high-fidelity stereo music system that suits your lifestyle and the space you have in mind.

 

Accessorize Your iPod®

Ralph Graves
4/24/2011

Learn about the different types of accessories available for your iPod.

 

What's 'Appening?

Matt Freeman
3/18/2011

In just a few short years, iPod control and app compatibility have become prominent features of car stereos. Car A/V companies have acted just as quickly to develop stereos that let you take advantage of the iPhone's fantastic app capabilities while you're driving. In this article, we're going to take a quick look at four different types of app interactivity.

 

iPod® Glossary

Ralph Graves
8/28/2010

Glossary of terms associated with Apple iPods, iPhones and iPads.

 

Portable Audio: Safe Listening Out of the Box

Ralph Graves
8/4/2010

Keeping your portable player or smartphone at safe volume levels not only protects your hearing, but can also improve your listening experience in the process.