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  1. m17xr2b
    m17xr2b
    On rare occasions and only if they're new, some need a bit of time to stabilize, something about the diaphragm tension. I wouldn't call it warm-up but it's something.
    Jan 2, 2021
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  2. nishan99
    nishan99
    No.
    Jan 2, 2021
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  3. ChaChaRealSmooth
    ChaChaRealSmooth
    Nope. Certain headphones if they are brand new do need some actual break-in (Verite comes to mind though it's a dynamic), but they shouldn't need warmup. That being said, the sound can change once the pads warm up on your head.
    Jan 2, 2021
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  4. luckybaer
    luckybaer
    @m17xr2b @nishan99 @ChaChaRealSmooth - I think it is my headphone amp that changes. The Taurus MkII needs to warm up for 30 min (per manufacturer). Seems I notice this more with HE-4XX than other cans...
    Jan 2, 2021
  5. ChaChaRealSmooth
    ChaChaRealSmooth
    Very likely the case. I've noticed that most SS amps need some warm-up time to sound their best. The Aegir I have needs a bit of time to loosen up. Seems to apply to many (but not all) DACs as well
    Jan 2, 2021
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