Quick poll How long have you been in this hobby?

I got started in this hobby in 1960. My first system was a Rek-o-Kut turntable, Stromberg Carlson Tube Amplifier and University speakers in a custom made wooden cabinet. My first upgrade was to a Dynakit i stereo 70 and Acoustic Research ar-3 speakers.

in 1966, while in High School, i puchased a Wollensack 3M stereo reel to reel tape deck. i've been in the hobby on and off since then. really hard core, full tilt boogie audiophile since 94'.

You know, we need some new blood, this thread is making me feel young. I know this is a hobby that takes some $$ to get into but, where are the young guys??

Anyone under 40 out there??

My memory is a little foggy on the exact time, but it was in the early 70's...maybe 1970...about the same time I was introduced to mary jane...i think...