Any comments on the T+A PA 2000 R integrated amplifier?

@hgeifman 

I believe you have the right idea. T+A offers great circuit engineering whose Sonic’s punch above their price points.  Great Sonic products, but whether you”ll like comes down to personal “subjective” sonic preferences and maybe speaker matching.  

@mlsstl

Thanks. A great suggestion but my friend lives 2,400 miles away.

@zlone

Thanks and I agree. I have been researching amps for a while and the T & A amp is at the top of my list. Unfortunately, my nearest retailer is about 400 miles away. I plan to visit him when time permits.

I would not base your decision on one person’s experience with a single piece of gear. If you genuinely want to upgrade, do some homework and find the best solution for your ears and system. 

Curious -- is your friend a good enough friend to bring his amp over for you to try it out in your system?  Seems that would give you a solid answer.

@hgeifman 

I think I can help. I used to own the R2000. If the listing is from Perotta consulting, that was the integrated I traded in for the T+A PA 3100 HV model. 

The R2000 is very smooth and a bit on the warm side of neutral. I bought it new and only traded up because I was needing a bit more power on the large scale symphonic music I sometimes listen to. On everyday listening, it lacked for nothing. 

Quick story: I took it to my local dealer to audition speakers I ended up purchasing. I wanted to make sure it could drive them well. He hadn’t heard any T+A gear before. He was mightily impressed and started inquiring about carrying the brand. Sound quality, build quality and company reputation are all first rate. 

I’ve not heard a lot of Musical Fidelity gear, but what I’ve heard was a bit on the bright side.  Based on memory, the T+A will likely sound more refined, smoother and warmer. If it has enough power for you, jump on it.

Hope this helps.

@onhwy61

Thanks and I understand. My nearest T & A retailer is 388 miles away.  

Just because it may sound somewhat better doesn't mean it will be more emotionally engaging.  You'll only know if you swap them out and listen.

Is there solid factory/distributor support for the T&A where you live?