How to evaluate amps that are not broken in?


I'm expecting to demo Belles and JoLida amps next week at home, and both units are new. Can I assume that if I like the sound of an amp now, I will like it just as much after it's broken in? How does one account for this variable when trying to decide if a new piece of gear will be synergistic with one's system? Thanks!
stuartk

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Whoaru99, very interesting point. I was thinking the same thing as I was reading the responses. I can imagine a situation where a component sounds wonderful and a change may not be perceived as better. Hmmm.
The only new component I've purchased lately is an Oppo DV-980H but I only bought it to use as a transport and I haven't noticed any changes. I have trouble thinking the data stream will change much over time.