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Wyred STP-SE : Break In Times

Hi All,

I recently purchased the W4S STP-SE preamp. I have been breaking it in. It's nearly 350 hours now and feel like it hasn't opened up yet. Vocals are harsh, sound stage is limited and everything feels cramped.

Now, the manual says 200 hours, but does anyone have experience of breaking in much longer to get it to optimal sound?

I have experience with other Wyred products (DAC, MC amp), so I have a very good idea of their sonic character.

I'm just wondering if this is time to panic or wait it out, to say, 500 hours.

Any input appreciated.
Thanks.
pack_tor
plato
1,543 posts
 
I have the Wyred 4 Sound STI-500 and I used to own their DAC-2, which I would still have if I didn't buy a Lyngdorf DPA-1. Both pieces took a fair amount of time to sound their best, but even out of the box they were not as bad as what you're describing.

So I'm thinking that either a setting is wrong, or they don't like the cables you are using, or that there could actually be something wrong with the piece.

So I'd check the settings, swap out cables (even power cord) and go from there. If after that you still can't get good sound I'd send it to W4S for a checkup. Good Luck.
face
516 posts
 
What cables are you using? What preamp did you replace?

That's a fantastic sounding preamp and shouldn't sound anything like you're describing.
theaudiotweak
2,795 posts
 
I agree with Face. There are a couple of simple internal mods to make it better yet. Tom
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