Malibu’s New iPod Ready Stereos Not Not Playing Nice With iPods?

Jason — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:41:56 +0000

For 2008 Malibu added a new optional stereo system that features integrated control for Apple's popular iPod MP3 player. Manufactured by JBL marine systems, the new headunit features a nondescript black module that is remotely mounted, and is controlled entire from the integrated LCD switch plates and available wired remote controls. Recently though, a problem has appeared with the stereo system that severly impacts its functionality. The issue is related to the iPod interface, which, to put it bluntly, does not work. There are varying reports from 2008 model year owners, some stating that their older iPods work, while some claim that it the problem is related to the capacity of the iPod in quesion. Independent of which models are effected, the problem seems to prevent connected iPods from being accessible by the headunit at all, which not only means that the iPod won't be charged when connected, but also that you can forget about listening to any music loaded onto it. Regardless of what the problem actually ends up being, Malibu has stated they are aware of the problem, and are working diligently with JBL to develop an update for Malibu dealers to correct their customer's boats. The solution should be available sometime this summer, and you can contact Malibu Boats or your local dealer for additional information if you are having issues with the stereo in your 2008 Malibu.

Mastercraft Looks to Apple For Inspiration on Parody Video

Jason — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 16:29:58 +0000

Yeah, this one has been making the rounds on the interwebs for a while now, but it's still pretty funny, so why not watch it again? Apparently Zane and his PC-aping buddy were bored at a Mastercraft shoot, and came up with a series of funny (although hardly original) skits comparing their product to the competitors. Still, what they're lacking in creativity, they make up for with a good laugh at Malibu's expense. Granted much of the information offered in the skit isn't entirely accurate, but then again is accurate journalism really what you expected from Zane Schwenk? Check out the video after the jump, and stay tuned for the other videos in the series. Still, what they're lacking in creativity, they make up for with a good laugh at Malibu's expense. Granted much of the information offered in the skit isn' entirely accurate, but then again is accurate journalism really what you expected from Zane Schwenk? Check out the video after the jump, and stay tuned for the other videos in the series.

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Malibu’s New iPod Ready Stereos Not Not Playing Nice With iPods?

Mastercraft Looks to Apple For Inspiration on Parody Video