Introducing Olympus & Olympus I/O - A new perspective on modern music playback

[2ndLiner]

Hi @Zaphod Beeblebrox ,

Maybe this helps ease the “audiophile nervosa” a bit: you don’t actually need to play music for burn-in to happen, simply having the unit powered on is enough. Unlike interconnects, the ~1.5" of copper PCB tracing that actually carries signal has so little dielectric involvement that any “signal-path burn-in” effect would be vanishingly small, if noticeable at all.

Hopefully that takes a bit of pressure off while you’re traveling

That is fantastic to hear here, Emile, and goes a long way in quieting my version of "audiophile nervosa" I ask the following at the risk of exposing my audiophile ludditis one more time: As here and in private conversation many have reported, over several months the Olympus continues to improve SQ-wise, what else us "burning in?"

 

[Taiko Audio]

That is fantastic to hear here, Emile, and goes a long way in quieting my version of "audiophile nervosa" I ask the following at the risk of exposing my audiophile ludditis one more time: As here and in private conversation many have reported, over several months the Olympus continues to improve SQ-wise, what else us "burning in?"

Capacitors and wiring.

 

[2ndLiner]

Capacitors and wiring.

Geez, it took a whole minute for you to respond, Emile! Truthfully, thanks for the timely response and expanding my knowledge base It's quite amazing to be able to connect with you so directly, the creator and driving force behind these wonderful components, as you sit half-way around the world. This remains a wonderful exception in the world of high-end audio. Have a lovely Christmas and a fruitful, gratitude-rich 2026!

 

[Tuckia]

Here in the US it is Green Wednesday, so there will be lots of stuff burning-in today.
But on the audio side of the spectrum, Schiit has Brown Wednesday going on. Choose your preference, or both.

 

[Tuckia]

I placed an order with Taiko's dealer (Volent Hong Kong) back in August 2024 and have been waiting ever since for delivery. Each time I follow up, I’m given the same explanation — that the chassis finishing from their vendor was not up to standard, and new batches continue to fail Taiko’s QC. While I appreciate the commitment to quality, this same reason has been repeated for months with no clear corrective action plan or timeline provided.

For a reputable manufacturer, I would expect concrete steps to resolve the issue and a clear commitment on how and when it will be rectified. Instead, the chassis-finishing explanation keeps resurfacing without any meaningful update, resolution, or sense of accountability toward customers who have supported the brand.

I hope Taiko can address this more transparently and provide a realistic plan moving forward.

Sorry to hear this Ben. Thought you had received by now.