Who Were Your Mentors

I did not have any mentors. When I was 16 and was purchasing my first system, a Sansui 210 receiver and a pair of Rectilinear 1A speakers with a Garrod turntable and Sony Cassette deck, my dad was furious.  He said I already had a portable radio and a portable cassette recorder and asked why I needed a stereo. 

It took me a month to convince him to let me buy it (with my own money).  I believe the total outlay at the time was around $600.  Man, I felt like I was on top of the world.   If I only knew at the time that this would turn into a life long obsession. 

A friend introduced me to "high-end" audio. Other than that, it was my own passion and drive.

Bob Grodinsky. Audio electronics designer.
Larry. Sales. Owned a shop close to Bob’s house.
Totally non related.

How 'bout you, what you got?

Clark Johnsen

Several along the way; My Dad w Mac and big Bozaks in 1965, my own work at two high end audio shops. Engaging conversation and discovering w clients who became friends. Online relationship w Charlie Hansen of Ayre, Roger Modjeski of Music Reference and Beveridge! , Joe White, Jim Smith ( not the Maggie guy ), now fast friends w Richard Vandersteen. Cast a wide net, enjoy the music. Always seek out a sensei you can learn from.