steven lester co.

Residential AV Manufacturers Representative

Northern California, Northern Nevada Reno/Tahoe and Hawaii

the heart of technology

We concentrate on "why" systems get turned on so that top integrators can focus on "how."

Steven Lester Co partner brands with the full support we offer are your path to better core technologies and competencies  We believe that educated customers are better customers and spend most days in the field doing just that.

We work with brands which define and redefine categories.  Most are prime OEMs utilizing demonstrably superior technologies and/or levels of execution.

The difference is in the details.

Better "System DNA" builds into every installation a foundation for future growth and upgradability.

Sometimes there is a temptation to choose the "Big Box Store Squad-like" solution and we fully understand why.  It's sometimes difficult to convey the need to go beyond those offerings and faster to opt for a "quick pop fix."  The shortcomings of that approach are part of the reason so many integration companies and their suppliers are having difficulty today.

 

 

Steven Lester Co. customers understand the place for ipods and the place for good sound.  They understand the difference between background noise and creating ambience with sound that enhances a space the same way lighting designers approach that discipline.

Sometimes, the real challenge is really getting through all of the numbers.  Like the notion that more mega pixels means sharper images in photography, AV playback is filled with myths that take continual effort to avoid.

Steven Lester Co. customers are the best of the best.  They understand the "how's" as well as the "whys".

 

 

 

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Access Networks

Access Networks is the leading manufacturer of pre-programmed networking solutions for the custom electronics industry. Based on its proprietary Unity Software, Access develops enterprise-grade unified home networks specifically built to handle the growing AV and automation demands of high-end residential environments. Founded in 2003 as an outsourced IT company for AV dealers, the company is comprised of IT and CE professionals committed to making technological convergence a reality. For more information, visit Access Networks at http://www.accessca.com.

 

 

AcousticSmart

The theater design firm for your most demanding clients.

Complete theater design, execution and supplier of all parts needed. (you supply the AV)

From in house architectural drawing to completion, project management and sales support, every step is meticulously followed to ensure a satisfied client at the highest level, every time.

Include us in your portfolio or plans for the best in class theater, cabinet, acoustic panel,

room aesthetics, seating, and design.

This is your architectural resource.

 

 

Avielo

the best color in the business

Built in Norway to withstand the rigors of 24/7 use and backed by a three year warranty,

projectiondesign has created Avielo to be the world's best DLP projector's for home cinema use.

Film studios demand color precision that Avielo can deliver in every model they offer.  The studio use pedigree is part of what sets Avielo in a class of its' own.

Patented 3D color processing, VIDI lamp technology, superior optics, ultra efficient light path, hand selected parts, all in house circuit mounting, x-ray and testing. 

Conceived by the same top team who put together the heartstoppingly cool Koenigsegg,

 and world class record holding Hydrolift.

Used extensively in mastering and film worldwide.

Rugged and reliable for military and other mission critical use.

Bright enough for huge 2:35 screens, family, great room, or dedicated theater use.

 

Cary Audio Design

Award winning hand built in the US amplifiers, pre-amps, surround processor and disc players.

It would be impossible to list the accolades for all the different product categories.  From computer sound playback, to the ultimate stereo or surround system, Cary Audio excels.  Cary Audio has embraced digital, solid state and surround with the same level of commitment and success as the gorgeous tube amplifiers they've made world famous for more than twenty years.

 

 

Labgruppen

the best pro amplification comes to the residential channel

Those "green amps from Sweden" you keep hearing about

Unique switching circuitry that runs cool and uses less power, saving energy and cost.

Suitable for distributed audio, theater, large area or outdoor demands.

IP addressable.

DSP Models available for advanced applications.

 

Linn

Linn is ubiquitous with best analogue and digital sources

 

Heritage, pedigree and sonic leadership with IP music systems with I-pod Touch, I-phone, tablet and other control choices.  With the Linn DS range, users can can play the music files from a network NAS at "better than audiophile CD" performance levels.

Now exclusively distributed by TC-Group in North America

 

MIT

"Green" and "locally grown," MIT uses technology to combat cable losses, power inefficiencies and has been awarded multiple patents adding to their edge over competitors.

ROHS compliant, made almost exclusively in northern California.

The patented technology in MIT products is MIT's own technology.

 

 

Screen Excellence

The right screen for pictures and sound without compromise

During the past several years advances in projectors, and now screens have opened an important opportunity to eliminate compromises in projection installation that evolved out of necessity.

Finally, the theater experience can be fully realized and both picture and sound can be optimized.

 

 

Spatz-Tech

German engineering:  Reliable HDMI switching, matrixing and extension.

The "black boxes" you need every day.

HDMI over Cat-5 up to 150 Meters, HDMI and DVI Matrix, sophisticated HDMI tools, scalers.

Designed and built in Germany.

"Plug and pray HDMI" stops here.

 

 

Tannoy
Tannoy uses over 83 years of leadership in the industry to deliver not only world class sound, but extreme value owing to multiple patents and years of refining efficiencies of manufacture.

On site DSP calibration

"Real life" dynamics.

Every Tannoy dual concentric driver is hand crafted in Scotland.

The perfect point source for purists and professionals alike.

Tannoy can do what other companies simply cannot.

 

 

Vincent

Hybrid, tube-solid state and pure tube, German design and engineering two channel players and electronics.

Integrated amps, pre-amps, power amps and CD players that are winning awards and accolades around the world.

Best in class sound, beautiful construction using name brand audiophile parts.

Mono power amps suitable for serious multi-channel use.

From a full separate stack with Pre, power and CD player for under $3,000.00, to some still affordable ear and eye candy for well under ten, Vincent is a range well worth looking into.

 

 

Waterfall

Dramatic Looks backed by years of refinement and patents.

Beautiful on wall or floorstanding models with small footprints and huge sound.

Elegant designs that please the design conscious and critical listeners alike.

 

 

 

 

Steven Lester Co.

Residential audio and video representation

for the advanced specialist AV market in northern California, Reno/Tahoe and Hawaii

510 758 7461

fax 510 222 2667

cell 510 508 3637

email: steven@stevenlester.net

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