Break In Question?


I have been under the assumption that in order for a component to break in there must be a signal pass through from one piece of equipment to another. That is, running a Dac/Preamp into an amp, the amp must be turned on for the Dac/Preamp to break in.

But is this really true? Does the amp really need to be turned on?

ozzy

ozzy

No the impetus for your book is to make some money. Nothing wrong with this goal, so dont be afraid to admit it. In fact if you did it would add credibility to a person, who at this point in my mind, has little. I have a real problem with any implication that you are in some ways "giving back" due to the definitive nature of your statements in this thread. Still havent heard you apologize for the gauche hawking of your book on this site. So either you believe you have done nothing wrong or you think you have earned the right ignore such arbitrary and petty rules. As a Christian (and yes I hold you to a higher standard) I expect a bit more humility. 

 

@larsman ,

I’ve only half soured on it.

I’ve read that for most psychiatrists that particular malady is their bread and butter.

Yeah, sorry. I’ll stop now...

@samureyex  That's the point! Most people are absolutley certain they can hear two different words being said. When blind tested they can no longer tell the difference. The human brain is so easily tricked.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/XFtWOak4ZKI

It is amazing the polarization that this break in question poses.

It seems that those who have the most comments on this subject, are relatively new members, or have limited systems (they don’t list their systems) view break-in as a myth. And a couple of the posters are just... well you know.

I remember way back when, when I also had the same opinion. But with system upgrades and smart choices through the years, to me, Component break-in is a no brainer. Its real, can be expected and heard/felt.

Heck most mechanical system break-in, just look at your car manual, so why not electronics?

ozzy