I have no idea why the AC duplex needs to break in. I can attest to the fact that the Furutech duplex I bought, particularly the Rhoduim plated ones DO have a change in the sound after weeks of use FOR THE BETTER. This is the traditional "break in".The most confusing and mysterious part is that it would get better, and THEN WORSE AGAIN, in-between. mysterious as Hell!But now after a few months, they are consistently great.
The fact plenty of folks can point to this an say yes, but not have a 'scientific' explanation?? Who cares. If you can't live without one. I suggest NOT BUYING AFTERMARKET OUTLETS.