The SoundQ Garage
Tech talk for the DIY car audio enthusiast that cares about sound quality
Episodes
11 episodes
Choosing Between FiiO BR13 & BerryBak BDC-U For BT High-Res Audio
Sticker shock pushed me to rethink Hi Res car audio Bluetooth. Legacy receivers from Mosconi and Audison look polished but outdated Bluetooth and questionable value made me search for modern alternatives that cost less and deliver more. T...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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19:28
How A 20-Year-Old Turned Obsession Into World-Class Car Audio-Guest Brayden Cooper
Forget hype cycles and spec-sheet wars—this conversation is about how music actually feels in a car, and what it takes to get there. We sit down with 20-year-old tuner and fabricator Brayden Cooper, whose journey runs from chaotic basement spea...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:24:06
Inside The Data-Driven Subwoofer Revolution With Nick Apicella of ResoNix
Imagine opening a spec sheet and realizing half the numbers don’t survive a real test. That’s the energy today as we sit down with ResoNix founder Nick Apicella to unpack why he spent over $20,000 on independent Klippel testing for nearly forty...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:14:33
From Beta Speakers To Big Plans: Season One Wrap Up For SoundQ Garage
Miss the rush of a great car audio demo that changes your mind on the spot? This season one recap brings you there, starting with Ryan’s beta test of Xcelsus wide band speakers that made a strong case for a clean, coherent two-way system....
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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6:51
How a Charger Became an Audio Powerhouse in One Man's Garage
A remarkable story unfolds as Chris Pearce takes us through his transformation from garage tinkerer to respected competitor in the high-end car audio world. Working entirely alone with basic tools, Chris rebuilt nearly every audio-related aspec...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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44:03
Inside the Mind of a Master Tuner. How Miguel Rios is Revolutionizing Car Audio One System at a Time
What separates good car audio from truly exceptional sound? In this deep-dive conversation with Miguel Rios of Waveform Tuning, we uncover the secrets behind creating automotive sound systems that rival high-end home setups.Miguel share...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:14:43
Engineering the Perfect Sound Without Touching Your Car Ep 5 w/ Matt Kim
Matt Kim's journey from curious high school student to innovative car audio entrepreneur reveals how passion can reshape an entire career trajectory. After installing his first subwoofer and noticing inconsistent bass response, Matt's natural i...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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53:29
From Car Tunes II to World Champion: Dan Herrington's Audio Journey
What happens when you reconnect with a car audio legend after nearly 30 years? Pure audio magic! Dan Herrington, former co-owner of Car Tunes II and IASCA World Finals champion, takes us on an unforgettable journey through the golden era of car...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:31:38
Amplify Your Knowledge, Not Just Your Bass! Ep. 3 with Luke Ouellet
Dive into the fundamentals of sound quality car audio with Luke Ouellet, founder of RW Soundworks and builder of award-winning competition vehicles. Luke's refreshingly honest approach cuts through industry myths to reveal what truly matters wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:32:16
Chasing Sonic Perfection: When to DIY and When to Hire Pros Ep.2 with Mike Buononato
What happens when passion for exceptional car audio collides with real-world installation challenges? In this revealing conversation with Mike Buononato, we explore the complex relationship between DIY enthusiasm and professional expertise in t...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:18:59
The SoundQ Garage Podcast Ep 1 Ft Ryan Cotrone
Ryan Cotrone, known as "Truth Hunter" on DIYMobileAudio and the "Dirac Whisperer" to many, shares his journey from car audio enthusiast to competition winner. His 2015 Toyota Camry with a Mini DSP and Dirac Live setup demonstrates that thoughtf...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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53:50