Does a phono cartridge have a break-in period??


Do phono cartridges have a so called "break-in" period in which they begin to sound better?? I recently purchased an Audio Technica AT-120E moving magnet which for under $150 sounds good to very good. (I mentioned it in another thread)

Though,the mid-range sounds a bit recessed, and not as full as some more expensive MM's I have owned

My question is: do cartridges have a burn-in period after which the sounds is fuller or better?? If so, what exactly is breaking in?? stylus, cartridge coilings??
sunnyjim

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