I have experienced static issues with the Music Hall but nothing that lasted. Many times the same would happen to me, static buildup during the dry winter season, touching the cd player and zap! I also had to turn off/on to get rid of it. I don't think this is unique to the Music Hall though.
Knowing this would happen each time, I usually either run a humidifier or touch something grounded other than my system.
Anyway, nothing ever had a lasting effect. I suppose the static discharge could cause issue with your system. Static electricity does carry quite a charge and could fry something inside I suppose. However, since you are just breaking in the unit, I would give it some more time to burn in and see if if changes back.
Regards,