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Burning in of Power Cords

Assuming that we agree that power cords (heresay to some!), what is the best practical way (short of using various cable burners on the market) to accelerate the burning in process of a pc.

I have tried the brute force method - using an electric kettle (max 2KW) I guess simulating thermonuclear explosions in a HT :) A pc burnt in this way generally needed a day or so to settle in the system (playing music) before sounding better. I am not quite convinced that brute force with mega watt passage equates faster burning in.

Have also experimented with using the refrigerator as well. I reckon the cycling of the compressor may be more similar to the draw of an amp. What do you think ? If it works better than the previous method, how long should I run the pc on the fridge ?

Might a better idea not be simply playing music in the system and forgeting about it for a few weeks ?

Thanks,

Tom
gilas
audioman4
174 posts
 
Good question...
Short of using a Cable Cooker, A refrigerator is a good way to burn your cables in... This does cycle the cord with different draw loads and current demands. The idea of getting current thru a cord is more than just plugging it into an outlet and letting it go. We tell our customers depending on usage and the type of piece cords are used with, this will determine the length of the burn in process. Some customers have burned in cords on their computers?? Figuring that it is always on.. This is a light current draw. Bottom line, different strokes for different folks!
Remember, just because your cord is on the fridge, this does not mean it is now "Cryoed", just joking! A good few weeks on your gear with regular usage and you will be well on your way for a proper burn in!!
Happy listening,
Joe
Custom Audio LLC
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timo
610 posts
 
For God's sake, spend your electricity on playing music using the cord and not trying to burn down the house with a 2kW electric kettle!
psychicanimal
1,738 posts
 
My experience with refrigerators is that four days is good for a regular power cord and ten days with cryo treatment. There is a noticeable difference between day four and ten with cryo'ed power cords.
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