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How long for cartridge break-in?

I have Dynavector 10x on a Rega P25 table with acrylic platter and upgraded bearings and have meticulously aligned the cartridge, adjusted VTA, using a Herbies TT mat and TT Weights center weight, etc.

However, my BCD1 CDP still sounds significantly better in terms of imaging, focus and bass impact.
I was expecting more from the TT. I have only 25 hours on the cartridge and I'm hoping more hours will refine the sound. Both the TT and CDP are being run through a McIntosh C2200 preamp.
Any recommendations, observations, reassurances?
Thanks.
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jgiacalo OP
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Audiofeil,
Thanks for your response.
For suspension I have some aluminum disk levellers - basically a disk insert for the stock footer that balances onto a point that restsd onto another disk with a Herbies black dot underneath; all sitting on a 2" maple board.
I'll experiment with the VTA and loading if I can figure that out. I'm using the phono board on the C2200.
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Incereasing the VTA helps significantly. Not to wait for more burnin before I decide if I like the cart. If not, any recommended cartridges?
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All welcome comments. Thank you.
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