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DAC break-in...

I am ready to make the move from a cdp to a transport plus DAC. One of the DAC's I am interested in is notorious for a lengthy break-in. Taken into consideration my families listening habits, the shear amount of hours I am reading for expected settling is slightly disconcerting.

So is the break-in hours I am reading about synonymous with all brands...is it expected across the board regardless of price? Is there a price threshold where this is mitigated or performed by the manufacturer?

Hoping to learn here...TIA


 
 

mlo97
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tom6897
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As in all things Audio, it will be system dependent. Several variables will make it impossible to determine the break in length in your system. I will list a few;.... system resolution, your listening acuity, quality of source material and associated equipment.

Once you get the DAC installed I suggest you let it settle in by running a signal through it for at least two weeks straight. Enjoy the adventure!
willemj
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Electronics (let alone cable) burn-in is another of those audiophile myths. Believe in it if you want - it is free world. My advice is to relax and not worry.
roberjerman
4,319 posts
 
Willemj is right! Burn-in time for electronics and wire is a FALLACY.  A fancy word meaning "a mistaken belief". The proliferation of DAC's (some of them quite pricey!) in the belief of their superiority over one-box players is again a mistaken notion! It is just another ploy to extract money from the gullible! Capitalism is a savage beast that devours its children!
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