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.

Robert Ferency-Viars, a native-born Virginian from the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, has been with Crutchfield since 1999 and is one of the car A/V editors for Crutchfield.com. Robert attended Virginia Tech, where he studied mathematics and philosophy in depth before finally deciding on a degree in psychology. He loves spending time with his wonderful wife and sons, listening to music, and playing games with friends. When he gets a spare hour, you'll find him in a dark corner reading or writing horror fiction. Robert installed his first car stereo system when he was 16. His car was a 1976 Plymouth Duster and his system included a shaft-style cassette deck, a Sparkomatic power booster, factory speakers, and an old home stereo speaker in the back seat. Lucky for us, he's learned a few things since then.