As founder of Streamline HiFi, Steve is an entrepreneur with a profound love for music and stereo systems. His journey began in college, where he studied business and music production, cultivating a deep appreciation for the artistry of sound. Steve spent over a decade as a contractor in custom home building, developing an expertise in the craft of transforming a living space into a home.
His appreciation of music and passion for woodworking craftsmanship led him to collect and restore old stereo consoles, breathing new life into vintage treasures. At a pivotal moment, after crafting an original guitar cabinet with a distinct mid-century modern aesthetic appeal, the idea sparked which led to the birth of Streamline HiFi. Steve’s career and personal project development experiences have been foundational in the formation of Streamline HiFi and its unique line of stereo consoles.
Streamline HiFi handcrafts visionary-inspired consoles that create an elevated listening experience. The company’s commitment to transform music as the focal point of the home drives Streamline HiFi to excel at all aspects of stereo console design and manufacturing.
Inspired by the designs of the 50s and 60s, this family-run business produces high quality, bespoke, heirloom pieces that will withstand the test of time and last for generations. With a mid-west work ethic, Steve and his brother Johnny pour their heart and soul into every handmade console.
The Streamline HiFi Mach 1 Amplifier is a testament to the company’s commitment to merge technologies of the past with modern science. Streamline HiFi stereo consoles are handcrafted in Truckee, California and are made of the finest materials using exacting standards. Our meticulously constructed stereo consoles are a demonstration of advanced woodworking skills, superior quality materials, and an unmatched commitment to remarkable sound quality.
We seamlessly blend the timeless elegance of mid-century aesthetics with a fresh and modern influence. Each piece is a testament to our reverence for the past and our dedication to pushing the boundaries of contemporary design.
Our vision extends beyond simply creating beautiful sounding audio equipment that’s appealing to the eye. Our aim in design is to revive the tradition of music as the centerpiece of the family living room.
Picture a unique and functional conversational musical centerpiece and the television gracefully fading in importance, making space for the love of music and conversation to permeate the room.
Streamline HiFi invites you to embrace a lifestyle where the art of sound harmonizes with the art of living.
As the son of an engineer, John grew up building Heathkit components and science kits, leading to a lifelong interest in electronics and ham radio. He holds bachelor and Master degrees in electronics earned at Columbia and Cornell Universities, respectively. In 1977, John relocated to Silicon Valley and began working in integrated circuit design and computer systems design, starting at Intel and continuing, working for Tandem Computers, Silicon Compilers, Apple Computer and Rambus. John shifted to consulting in the 90s while developing an increasing knowledge of vacuum tube audio technology. Besides many personal projects, he has worked as a consultant for Summit Audio, Artemis Labs, CE Distribution and Streamline Hifi. John is keenly interested in the historic evolution of technology and is assembling archives from the vacuum-tube era, which are available on his website.
A lifelong student of audio arts technology, Peter became fascinated with music and sound systems at an early age. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the Cornell University College of Engineering, where he studied electrical engineering supplemented by a self-guided minor in audio sciences. Peter began his career working in the R&D department at Meyer Sound Laboratories, where he designed electrical amplification systems that drive high fidelity public address speaker systems. Later, Peter founded Sierra Audio Solutions in the Lake Tahoe area, which focuses on event production, sound system design & installation, and sound acoustic dynamics. When he’s not mixing music or building sound systems, Peter loves playing outdoors with his dog, Roo.
