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Preamp break-in

I just got my CJ PV11 recapped  with Teflon caps.  My question is: do they need break-in?
 If so, does it require that music be playing or just leaving the unit on without music playing?
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hifiman5
1,832 posts
 
The teflon caps will need burn-in time.  Play music through the PV-11 to allow the new capacitors to burn-in.  A fine preamp.  Enjoy!
luxmancl38
580 posts
 
I had a CJ ET3-SE and it took about 200 hours to break in the teflon caps. Have fun w/your CJ.
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rvpiano OP
2,688 posts
 
Thank you for the responses.
 I’m happy with the improvement with the caps already.
 I can only imagine how much better it will be after break-in!
erik_squires
16,378 posts
 
Yes they need to play music, but the amps don’t have to be on. :)

Set the volume level to normal listening volume. 
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