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RE: Why do electrostatics sound better after the high voltage has been on for a while?

In most cases electrostatic speakers do not 'warm-up' they charge instantly once polarized. There are a few exceptions and the charge time is directly related to the material used for the conductive coating. Speakers like the original Quad, Stax will take time to fully charge.

I am not familiar with the KLH-9 but if it uses some sort of carbon lacquer coating I am guessing they charge instantly.

What you are most likely hearing is the other components in the system warming up and the sound will change over time. This includes solid state as well as tube based equipment.


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