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Cambridge Audio DacMagic Plus Power Supply Question

Hi,Does anyone who owns a DacMagic Plus upgrade the "Wall Wart" power supply to something more substantial? If you did, have you realized an improvement in SQ and can you explain the improvement? Additionally, where did you source the upgraded power supply and what was the cost? I really like this little overachiever and would like to squeeze the best possible performance out of it. The unit sounds great as it is, but would a better power supply improve it further? Just as a note, my interface cabling is of very good quality as is my power conditioning.

Thank you! I really appreciate your feedback!
grm

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kalali
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There are several options out there ranging from $20 to $400. I’m probably using the cheapest linear power supply with mine and can’t say if it sounds better but it definitely does not sound worse. I think any external PS is better than that cheap wall wart.
https://www.parts-express.com/power-supply-regulated-3-12-vdc-2a-6-way--120-536
This one is also a good reasonable option:
http://www.swagmanlab.com/Product_PSU?product_id=599
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kalali
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Lots of options depending on the budget, just make sure its 12V @ 2A with a compatible size plug. 
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