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How important is a Linear Power Supply Versus a Switcyed one?

I recently purchased a used Sutherland Insight phono stage to replace the built in one in my Plinius8200 MK II integrates amp. I was amazed at the improvement in openness and presence. It comes with a switched power supply but there is an option for a Linear Supply for about 35% of what I paid for the Insight ($350). I have a Van den Hul One Special cartridge (if that matters). Is it worth it?
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erik_squires
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It really depends.  Good switch mode power supplies can have phenomenally low noise and high current.... but !! the concern now is  how much noise they inject into the AC. 

This is why I suggest a dual-zone power configuration.

https://inatinear.blogspot.com/2019/04/power-management-for-frugal-audiophiles.html

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