linear power supply

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    Linear power supply for DAC, switch/router improve SQ?

    I had a big online fight with this guy making so-called “hi-end” linear power supply. I said the capacitors he’s using in his LPS should not provide better DC output than the same parameter capacitors! I challenged him to show the oscilioscope of his LPS DC output measurement but he tried to...
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    Does it matter if an amp has a linear power supply vs switching power supply? Starke AD4.320 vs NCore and ICEedge

    Good day, I'm looking for a new amp and am seriously considering the new breed of Class Ds such as Hypex NCore, ICEPower ICEedge, and the seeming unique Starke Sound AD4.320 with NS600 Class D amp mods. Starke makes some interesting claims that made me wonder on the effect of the power supply...
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    Differences between transformers

    I'm trying to put together a linear power supply for a TPA3255 board. I ordered a transformer from a company who shall remain nameless. It's 500VA and 34V transformer. They have two at these specs. One simply has 2x outputs at 7.4A (according to their specs). The other one has 2x 34V at 5.8A, 2x...
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    USB HUB, with Linear Power Supply on HUB?

    Read the headline Will the devices connected to hub, then be Linear Power Supplied? I have USB DACs with only data/power in one. So expensive with USB Disruptor that I have found. Regards Johan Taunajik
  5. dpippel

    SOLD: iFi iPower 5V/2.5A Low Noise DC Power Supply - Like New

    ** SOLD **
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    Possible problems with linear power supply P50

    Hello, long time lurker here ;) I am thinking about buying a P50 for my, soon to be, topping 50s stack (D50s+A50s). Not for the audio benefits (I have read Amirms post) but for the added convenience. Currently I own a D50s and a Schiit Magni3 while waiting for the release (and measurements ;))...
  7. Sythrix

    Frustrated with understanding power supplies... DIY solutions

    I am trying to come up with two effective power supplies, one for the RME ADI-2 DAC and another for the upcoming Massdrop X THX AAA 789 Linear Amplifier. RME ADI-2 DAC: Idle power consumption: 7 Watts, Max. power consumption: 18 Watts (9 - 15V supply accepted). Massdrop X THX: 24V at 1.8 Amp...
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