Virtual Dynamics Revelation-2 speaker cables


Just wondering if anyone know how long the break in time for the VD Revelation-2 speaker cables since I just plugged them in the system 2 days ago and how much improvement should I expect? As they are new...they sound abit conjested and not very dynamic/detail. I also have the Revelation-2 XLR interconnects but they are broken in as demo cables.
Thanks in advance.
flashunlock

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Argyro, the good and bad will happen time and time again until they had about 400 hrs...Good things comes to those who wait...... :)
Thanks for ther info guys. 5 days after they were plugged into the system and with palying a burn in tune on repeat over night from XLO test disc, the cables jumped into gear and is now more listenable. I can now see very good things to come with more hours under their belt....
Cheers.
Thanks Grr6001 for your input. The Rev.2 are getting better by the day and I must say they have a great synergy in my system. Weiss Jason+Medea, Krell KAS, Revel Salon. lets wait for the big bang in 500 hours+ and will keep you guys posted. BTW, I hate breaking in new cables...:)
Cheers.
Argyro,

I went through hell and back with the cables during the break in....one day, they can sound good and another absolute terrible. I used the Isotek disc to great effect whilst breaking in and I must admit even though I don't think I have covered 500 Hrs+ yet, they are sounding at least 3 times better than when new. You just wait for at least 200 hrs before you will get an idea of what to expect. The Rev-2 will not give you the widest soundstage compared to SR Tesla Apex but will give you sweet highs, layered mids and the most awesome controlled bass you will hear. Alot of other top branded cables might also give you the very last ounce of detail ( leaning towards being harsh) whilst the VD Rev-2 will give you inner detail within instruments coupled with speed and CORRECT timing. Something strange happened the other day when I unpluged all my cables for a clean up, once cables are plugged back in, the sound took another leap forward in performance. Please don't ask how and why as I'm still scratching my head......
BTW, I be interested in hearing your views with the Emm Labs CDSA-Se as I'm thinking of buying the one box or the SE combo.
Cheers.
Argyro,

Do buy the Isotek disc as recommended by Esoteric for break in. The use of this disc for 24 hours= 200-300 hrs...it is that good. You will find much more energy as more hours are put through the cables. Expect the BIG bang about 400 hours nd your jaw will drop to the ground...lol.

Regards.