Sound Approach discusses RCA & XLR Cables

[@perrysmiles60]

Is it true that there is a burn-in period on interconnect RCA cables? If so, what is it that happens to the cable over this period of hours that improves the sound quality over time?

[@soundapproach1972]

Yes, it is true and can range anywhere from 100-300 hours (sometimes longer) depending on the quality of the cables. During the manufacturing process, gasses can be trapped between the insulation and conductor and the burn-in process releases these gasses. Additionally, burn-in dissipates the high electrical charges which exist in new cables from the manufacturing process. Once completed, burn-in allows for the best sound quality after the conductor has settled into its best conductive state. Thanks for the question!

[@perrysmiles60]

Thank you so much for your detailed explanation... much appreciated!@@soundapproach1972

[@aussie8114]

Saved me $500. I have good RCA already so over 1 metre there is obviously no audible benefit getting a XLR pair.

[@soundapproach1972]

Nothing better than saving your money, glad we could be of some small service!