Episodes
Join Matt and Gary as they engage in a captivating conversation with Todd Ramsey, the luminary behind Ramsey Consulting Group. Todd's unparalleled 30+ years of industry leadership have played a vital role in setting benchmarks and establishing optimal approaches in the 12-volt domain. His influence and insights have reached far and wide, resonating globally. Don't miss out on this episode, where we unravel the story of his remarkable career.
Published 09/27/23
Join us as we welcome Tony D'Amore, one of the most innovative minds in car audio. Tony has been testing, designing, and building amplifiers for over 20 years, and his work is helping to shape the future of car audio. In this episode, we'll talk to Tony about his latest projects, his thoughts on the future of car audio, and how he got involved in the industry. We take a look back on his legendary Rockford Fosgate 15KW amplifier, and his latest project, the Diamond Box. We'll also get his...
Published 07/26/23
Andy Wehmeyer stops in for a "quick" podcast. (Last time we spend almost 4 hours with him!) Tune in to find out what we are celebrating! Also we have a big announcement about the future of the podcast. Get up to date on the latest from AudioFrog! Here is what Chat GPT thinks of Andy: Andy Weymyer is a renowned figure in the car audio industry, known for his expertise in speaker design and his AudioFrog line of speakers and amplifiers. AudioFrog is a brand that focuses on producing...
Published 05/17/23
Join us for an exciting conversation with Chris Yato, an industry pioneer who has made a significant impact on the world of custom car audio fabrication. With his unparalleled skills and dedication to his craft, Chris has been at the forefront of pushing the limits of what's possible in car audio design and fabrication. Despite his success, he remains a humble and down-to-earth individual, and we're thrilled to have him on the show. In this episode, we'll delve into Chris's journey from his...
Published 05/10/23
Ever wanted to know what goes into a high end audio system? Ever wanted to know what audiophile gear can be installed in a Tesla? We sit down with a client and run through the whole process of designing, budgeting, and building an ultra high end system. David was an ex sound quality competitor from his youth. Knowing things had changed in the car audio world since his last build he headed to the internet to start gathering information. It was there he found Matt and Musaic Design. Tune in...
Published 05/03/23
Renowned speaker designer Andrew Jones joins Gary Bell and Matt Schaeffer on The Old Fashioned Car Audio Podcast for an in-depth discussion on speaker design, innovation, and high-end audio systems. Jones, known for his pioneering work with brands such as KEF, Pioneer Electronics, ELAC and Mobile FIdelity, shares his insights on blending cutting-edge technology with audio principles to deliver exceptional sound quality. The episode delves into Jones' career journey, experiences in the audio...
Published 04/26/23
Welcome to an exciting episode of The Old Fashioned Car Audio Podcast where we have a special guest with an unwavering passion for all things automotive. Matt Moreman is the founder and owner of Obsessed Garage, a popular YouTube channel and online store dedicated to detailing, cleaning, and maintaining high-end cars. Moreman is known for his extensive knowledge of car care products and techniques, as well as his passion for sharing that knowledge with others. Moreman started Obsessed...
Published 04/19/23
With multiple world championships in sound quality Gary Biggs impressive resume comes to life as he recounts his long and storied career in car audio. Get an inside look at the multiple versions of his famous Buick Regal including its recent reintroduction at the Master Tech Expo. Gary talks of his amazing collection of old school car audio gear. He shares his experiences working for Harman (JBL), Kicker, and his part in developing the AudioFrog brand. Settle in for three and a half hours of...
Published 04/12/23
Matt and Gary get caught up with projects in their shops. Hear about their experiences with some new amplifiers: The Mosconi Pro 4/30 Class A and The Arc Audio Blackbird DSP amplifiers. The conversation ends up with a recap of the first project that Matt and Gary worked on together- A hint: The cover photo for this episode is from that build @ Mobile Solutions. If you have questions about car audio systems message us on Instagram or Facebook...
Published 04/05/23
It was an eventful Master Tech Expo 2023! listen in for a behind the scenes recap of everything from the planning stages through the after hours hang out sessions.
Published 03/29/23
 Season 3 Kicks off with a LEGEND! Chip Foose stops by and talks about how technology will integrate with hand fabrication to shape the future of hot rods and custom cars. Chip shares stories from his past including learning where money comes from! He talks about Overhaulin, His Hemisphere, Foose Design, and his most memorable build. And here is how Chat GPT summarized the episode: Summary of "The Old Fashioned Car Audio Podcast" Episode with Chip Foose as a Special Guest: The...
Published 03/22/23
As 2022 comes to a close we also close out the second season. Find out what Matt and Gary have been up to and get ready for season 3!
Published 12/12/22
 Mark Eldridge is one of the most successful car audio competitors of all time. Listen in as he tells us how he got started in car audio and what it took to win multiple championships. We also talk system design, horn loaded compression drivers, and his advanced sound quality classes.
Published 10/11/22
     In this episode Matt and Gary catch up on what they have been up to over the last couple months. Lots of "events" and some cool audio projects!
Published 08/26/22
In this episode we sit down with Mark Lowe. Mark has been behind the scenes for decades quietly paving a path that all great car audio fabricators have walked down. He developed fabrication techniques and trainings that raised the bar and set the standards for the industry. 
Published 08/05/22
 Strange things are afoot on this episode of the Old Fashioned Car Audio Podcast! This episode is a first for “us”. Matt is out of town and Chris Pate fills in. Chris talks fancy truck subwoofer enclosures, taking competition cars to the extreme, and building a massive facility to house all of his car audio operations.
Published 07/11/22
  Matt and Gary sit down with the legendary Mark Fukuda to hear the details of how he got started and the path to building one of the most iconic competition vehicles of all time.
Published 05/04/22
  Matt and Gary reconnect after attending the MasterTech Expo. Stories recapping the event as well as some behind the scenes bru-ha-ha's.
Published 04/18/22
 After an extended break, Matt and Gary catch up before they get on the road to the Mobile Solutions Master Tech Expo! Find out what they have been up to and what the future holds.
Published 03/04/22
In this episode Matt and Gary sit down with Ken Ward to discuss the current state of car audio, training's, and the future of automotive electronics. Ken is a veteran of the consumer electronics industry of over 30 years. He’s worked in retail, in technical support, in product development and planning, and in product marketing. He has worked on products for auto sound, auto security, remote start, telematics, video and rear-seat entertainment, and in-car computing. Ken has conducted hundreds...
Published 11/19/21
 This week we hang out with one of the hardest working Installers / YouTubers / Facebookers / Instagramers of all time! Dean Beyett of 5 Star Car Audio
Published 11/09/21
Our most requested guest ever! Finally Andy Wehmeyer of AudioFrog sits down with Matt and Gary to talk past, present, and the future of car audio.  When you are finished with this podcast please check out more of Andy's history here on the SQOLOGY Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/sqology/feat-andy-wehmeyer-part-one
Published 10/29/21
Industry veteran Manville Smith stops by and talks about his time at Speaker Warehouse and the birth of JL Audio.
Published 10/13/21
 This week we sit down with the master of car audio design and integration - Tom Miller of Musicar Northwest. 
Published 10/06/21