The 1995 release of this CD fueled the "Burn-In Wars"—a debate that continues to this day. Skeptics argue that "burn-in" is purely psychoacoustic (the listener getting used to the sound), while believers point to measurable changes in the dielectric absorption of cable insulation and the relaxation of driver surrounds.
If you have the , it is an excellent tool — just remember that the testing tracks are only as useful as your listening environment. Use a calibrated SPL meter and familiar music for best results.
The accelerates this process. A speaker that needs 100 hours of music to break in can be fully realized in 20 hours of Track 36-42 looping.
