Buck Pomerantz
2/8/2013
A convenient way to send the powered signal from an amplifier to car speakers is to run the new speakers wires from the amp to the stereo harness that's behind the receiver, where all the car's speaker connections are accessible in one place.
Amanda P.
4/4/2013
Looking for tips on connecting surround speakers? Hoping to avoid a tangle of cables tripping up anyone who crosses your living room? These guidelines should help.
Amanda P.
4/26/2012
Most speakers don't include wire, and choosing from the available options can sometimes be confusing. Let us help you untangle the wire mess.
Steve Kindig
2/12/2012
What matters to you? Sound quality? Durability? Ease of installation? All cables aren't the same. In this article, we'll take a look at five things to consider when choosing speaker wire.
Steve Kindig
2/12/2012
We headed to our Labs space to see if we could hear differences between various grades of speaker wire. Read what some of our listeners had to say.
Dave Bar, Steve Kindig
3/5/2010
Learn about some of AudioQuest's most popular speaker cable lines, and how to know if they're a good choice for your system.
Dave Bar, Steve Kindig
3/5/2010
Learn about AudioQuest's FLX series of in-wall speaker cable in this short Crutchfield video.
Dave Bar, Steve Kindig
3/5/2010
Learn about some of Monster's popular speaker cable lines, and get tips on choosing the right kind for your system.
Dave Bar, Steve Kindig
3/5/2010
Learn about Monster's in-wall speaker cable in this short video.
Video Guest
1/23/2010
Learn about the key things you should consider when buying speaker cable.
Tara W.
2/29/2008
This is a thorough, informative guide to help you run speaker, Ethernet, and audio/video cables through the walls in new construction and finished homes.
Amanda P.
10/8/2008
In this article, you'll find tips and tricks to tackle common home A/V wire management problems.
John Pollard
5/9/2013
When you upgrade the audio gear in your vehicle, you'll treat yourself to better sound quality. And when you install it yourself, you'll feel pride and satisfaction from a project well done. If you're reasonably handy and can follow directions, you can do it too, with our help.
Buck Pomerantz
9/16/2011
When planning a bass system, customers ask every day about where they should start. Doing it properly takes some forethought, especially if you're starting small and intend to expand over time.
Dave Bar
6/28/2011
In this article, we'll explain the ins and outs of setting up your receiver, so you can get all the audio and video performance you paid for.
Crutchfield Writing Team
5/7/2010
In Crutchfield's Home A/V Connections Photo Gallery, you'll find pictures of the plugs, ports, and jacks commonly used for hooking up home audio/video gear — HDTVs, Blu-ray players, receivers, and more.
Crutchfield Writing Team
5/7/2010
There are many types of connections you may encounter when setting up your new A/V system. Find out what it all means.
Video Guest
10/7/2009
Good amplifier wiring is an essential part in making your amplifier - and your music - sound its best. In this video, we describe what you can expect in a wiring kit and what else you'll need for a basic amplifier installation. We'll also tell you about how Crutchfield helps you budget your system.
Crutchfield Writing Team
6/16/2003
Take a look at a typical amp wiring scheme.