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StereoMan
Who is StereoMan? Steve Livingston is StereoMan. Steve started repairing audio equipment in 1986, working as an independent contractor for Gibbs Radio Company, Asheville's oldest audio equipment service center. Seven years later, a disagreement with the new owner's pricing policies led Steve to part ways with Gibbs Radio, and he soon began working for three other shops, in addition to developing a private clientele. What kind of experience does StereoMan have? Trained for electronics in the U.S. Navy, Steve's electronics career includes ten years in two-way radio, five years in Common Carrier radio (the precursor to cellphones), and a year as electronics technician in a textile mill. He began working on CD players shortly after they became commercially available. He has installed hundreds of car stereos, dozens of home theater systems, and a few commercial Public Address systems as well. He has provided used stereo equipment to scores of satisfied customers. Why does Stereoman do this work? Steve delights in the mental challenges as well as the craft of repair and installation work, and the pleasure of working in a situation that requires him to listen to music constantly. He derives great satisfaction from knowing that his work is providing lasting enjoyment to his clientele. And just as importantly, Steve takes his environmental stewardship very seriously, making every effort to keep perfectly good equipment out of the landfill.
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