Dave Bar has worked for Crutchfield since 1981. After a brief 23 year stint in the sales department, he now writes about home audio gear and camera equipment for Crutchfield's catalog and website. Dave has been hooked on electronics ever since putting together a 5-tube AM radio in his high school shop class, and still enjoys tinkering with stereos in his spare time. His interests include gardening, cooking, fishing, photography, and music.

Ralph Graves is one of the blog editors for Crutchfield. He also writes about home audio/video gear, specializing in MP3 players and their accessories. Ralph holds a master's degree in composition, and his background includes stints as a radio DJ, and record label product manager. His music has been released on the ERM and Fleur de Son labels. Since 1984 Ralph's hosted "Gamut," a weekly classical music program aired on non-commercial WTJU-FM. Ralph's also an active blogger and podcaster, continues to compose, runs a music-related side business, and considers free time overrated.