The point on cables is a good one. I was fortunate to have an extra pair of balanced cables that were the same that I use throughout. Adding a different cable for the Qol will result in the sound being different than what you are used to hearing. That in itself could lead to thinking it is bright or colored sounding.
But contrary to what others have posted, I think the unit needs some break in time, just as every other electronic components does.
But contrary to what others have posted, I think the unit needs some break in time, just as every other electronic components does.