Verity Audio writes: “Are you satisfied with the sound quality of your audio system? Do you ever wonder if there’s room for improvement? Bruno Bouchard, CEO of Verity Audio, has a tip for you.
All system components, from loudspeakers to phono cartridges, require some time to achieve optimal performance. Voice coils, amplifier transistors, and vacuum tubes must warm up, while cables and circuit board dielectrics develop steady static charges.
After showcasing our products at numerous international exhibitions, we noticed something interesting. The sound performance consistently peaked on the last day of the event.
This is not just a trick of our ears adjusting; there are real and noticeable sound improvements that come with experience.
A fully broken-in and warmed-up system will consistently produce a better sound quality – one that is more coherent, engaging, relaxed, focused, and articulated. Many users find it beneficial to leave their system on to maintain optimal performance permanently.
In our experience, digital equipment is susceptible, so we recommend keeping these devices powered on.
To further understand this phenomenon and find what works best for your devices, try experimenting with different rest, break-in, and warm-up times. You’ll enhance your overall appreciation for quality sound reproduction.
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