The amplifiers I use to drive subwoofers are AB and have switching supplies. No transformers. They certainly have no trouble providing a lot of current on demand. For a Phono amp I don't see why not as long as it was well filtered. I'm not sure way the sound would change. If both supplies were well designed it shouldn't. The advantage of the switching supply is efficiency. Maybe it would be a good idea if you run your house on solar panels.
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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