MP 2500 R
Multi Source Player
The Multi Source SACD Player
The MP 2500 R is our newest and most sophisticated Multi Source Player and PCM / DSD DAC in the R-Series. He has the same overall design philosophy and technical facilities like the smaller MP 2000 R MK II player. Both have been developed to reproduce high-res audio files without any trace of compromise. Instead of a CD mechanism we have equipped the MP 2500 R with the SACD drive from our High-End SACD player MP 3100 HV which is a completely new development.
As in the MP 2000 R MK II, PCM data is converted using our outstanding double differential quadruple converter with all it‘s sophisticated digital signal processing. DSD data are handled by the unique analogue T+A true 1-bit DSD converter from the PDP 3000 HV, which processes the DSD data in native form as a bitstream rather than converting them. This makes it possible to reproduce DSD data up to DSD 512, as delivered by the USB input of the digital connecting board, to the highest level of quality.
The machine’s streaming client takes the form of the new T+A high-res streaming board, which provides maximum resolution as well as the facility to access various music services, Internet radio, inclusion in the home network via LAN and WLAN, USB Master Mode and HD streaming from network servers.The digital tuner offers FM, FM-HD and DAB+ capability, and delivers excellent sound.
The MP 2500 R also includes a high-quality Bluetooth streaming module for transferring music from mobile devices.
The machine is controlled using the SRC 1 infra-red remote control handset, or - ideally - the T+A MusicNavigator App. In contrast to many manufacturers’ Apps, this is capable of controlling every element of every function of our machines. Not only does it display the information pertaining to the streaming client, but also the screen content of all sources, such as the station name and radio text when used in FM radio mode.
SACD-Drive
It is only natural that the SACD and CD continue to lose significance, as they are increasingly superseded by streamed content; a trend reflected very clearly in the huge success of our multi-source players with their extensive streaming facilities. However, it is clear that our audiophile customers still wish to be able to play music from CD and SACD, because none of us wants to throw away our old collection, and in any case there is an undeniable charm in owning a tangible data medium. Infact the SACD is currently experiencing what we can only term a renaissance all over the world.
Therefore we decided to develop a completely new, modern SACD mechanism incorporating the latest decoder technology, offering very short access times and outstanding error correction. It is capable of reading CD (PCM 44.1 kSps ) and SACD (DSD 64 2.8 MHz) discs at the highest possible quality. We have invested a huge amount of effort in the mechanical design of the drive unit, incorporating a high-quality drive, double laser optics and heavy-duty motors.
With the aim of eliminating all traces of interaction between the moving parts of the disc drive and the remainder of the player our disc mechanism features a mechanical isolation. A heavy aluminium plate and a solid case, which act as a mass damping devices, thereby preventing any structural sound from the mounting surface finding its way to the electronics and the disc mechanism. The disc drawer runs on two accurately machined stainless steel pushrods, while the disc rests in a specially coated, high-quality ABS cradle.
REVIEW & AWARDS
Sound Stage Australien 2/2022 - Read More
"T+A MP 2500 R and PA 2500 R
The T+A gear never lost its composure on anything I played through it. Whether at concert volume or quiet evening listening levels the character and presentation remained absolutely consistent, stable and musically expressive."
T+A MP 2500 R digital media player - Read More
"There are a few things still to sort at the time of writing, including Roon integration and the Music Navigator app, but there's no doubt this 'bridge' player still delivers everything in its considerable arsenal without compromise. Its big, bold but lavishly detailed sound matches the solid, precision engineering of its design and construction. It's undeniably expensive, but the performance is sublime." - Andrew Everard
Stereo 7/2018
"Aus "R"fahrung gut
CD/SACD-Player, Streamer, DAC und Radio der Spitzenklasse ein einem Gerät. Auch klanglich macht sich das Erbgut der HV-Flagschiffe überaus bemerkbar. Der MP klingt extrem präzise, fein und dynamisch-kraftvoll. Die Multifunktionalität relativiert den Preis dramatisch! Top!"
Audio Video PL 03/2018 - Read More
"Pyszny kombajn
To niezwykle muzykalny, naturalny, płynny i gładki odtwarzacz, dostarczajacy dzwiek bogaty w informacje, takze te na poziomie mikro. Gra czysto i dynamicznie, choc nie sa to jego dominujace cechy. Jesli planujecie zakup odtwarzacza w tej cenie, koniecznie posłuchajcie MP 2500 R."
i-fidelity.net 11/2017 - Read More
"Schöne, neue Welt
Hut ab, das wäre genau meine Wunschkomponente. Der MP 2500 R ist ein Spieler für alle angesagten und zukünftigen Formate: in jede Richtung updatebar, dabei exzellent verarbeitet und mit einem für die Ewigkeit gemachten Laufwerk. Der Music-Navigator, eine komfortable, ab Ende des Jahres verfügbare App, spiegelt die Fernbedienung auf dem Smartphone oder dem Tablet-PC wider und zeigt die Titelverzeichnisse an. Das einzige Manko, dass er DSD nur via Streaming Client wiedergibt, wird bereits behoben: Demnächst kann der T+A den 1-Bit-Datenstrom auch von Speichersticks oder angeschlossenen Festplatten wiedergeben, was dem i-Tüpfelchen auf einer klasse Konstruktion gleichkommt."
Image Hifi 6/2017
"Made in Germany
Der MP 2500 R ist ein Quellgerät mit exzellentem Klang und beruhigender Zukunftsfähigkeit - egal, ob Sie heute eine CD einlegen, morgen einen HD-Download hören oder übermorgen in einem Streaming Portal nach neuer und unbekannter Musik stöbern wollen. Selbst UKW, DAB und Internetradio sind drin. Und vom zeitlosen Design sowie der Fertigungs- und Servicequalität "Made in Germany" haben wir noch gar nicht gesprochen. Kurzum: Dicke Empfehlung."
Audio 10/2017 - Read More
"Freund und Gefährte
Auf allen digitalen Wegen kann dieser Multi-Source-Player die Musikfans bestens begleiten. Der MP 2500 R bringt das beste Rüstzeug für bewährte und künftige Pfade mit. Wie geschaffen für einen Freund fürs Leben.
Klang SACD/CD/DAC: 143/140/140
Ausstattung: überragend
Bedienung: gut
Verarbeitung: überragend
Preis/Leistung: highendig."
SPECIFICATIONS
SACD-Player |
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Mechanism | High precision linear tracking drive. Double-Lasersystem: SACD: 650 nm, CD: 785 nm |
Formats | SACD Stereo, CD/DA, CD-R, CD-RW, SACD/CD Text |
Frequency responce / dynamic range | SACD: 2 Hz - 44 kHz / 110 dB, CD: 2 Hz - 20 kHz / 100 dB |
Streaming Client |
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Formats | MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG Vorbis, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC |
Data rates | PCM 32...192 kHz,16/24 Bit; MP3 up to 320 kBit, constant and variable Data rate |
Features | Gapless Playback for MP3 (Lame), WAV, FLAC T+A MusicNavigator App for iOS und Android |
Standards | UPnP AV |
Services | Tidal, Deezer, qobuz, Roon Ready (Subscription required) |
Interfaces | LAN: Fast Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n |
Digital Connecting Board |
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S/P-DIF digital inputs | 1x Coax, 2x BNC, 2x TOS-Link |
USB (Device Mode) | 1x USB Device-Mode asynchronous |
USB (Master Mode) | 2 x USB Master-Mode for USB-storage devices |
FM - Tuner |
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Reception standard | FM, FM-HD |
Frequency range | 87,5 - 108 MHz; |
Sensitivity | (>65 dBA S/N) 1 μV |
Overload margin | 103 dB uV |
Total harmonic distortion | 0,1 % |
Signal:noise ratio, mono / stereo |
72/62 dB |
Stereo channel separation | 50 dB |
De-emphasis (Europe/US version) | 50/75 us |
Data services | RDS/RDBS, station name (PS), programme type (PTY), radiotext (RT) |
DAB - Tuner |
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Reception standard | DAB, DAB+ |
Frequency range | 168 – 240 MHz (Band III) |
Sensitivity (BER = 10 – 4) | 2,0 μV |
Overload margin | 103 dB uV |
Bluetooth |
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Bluetooth | A2DP (Audio), AVRCP 1.4 (Control) / aptX®, MP3, SBC |
Connections |
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Analogue outputs high level (RCA) | 2,5 Veff / 50 Ohms |
Analogue outputs balanced (XLR) | 5,0 Veff / 50 Ohms |
Digital outputs | 1 x coax, IEC 60958 S/P-DIF (LPCM) |
D/A-Converter |
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PCM | Double differential quadruple converter with four D/A converters per channel, 32-bit sigma-delta, 352.8kSps/384kSps |
DSD | T+A-True-1Bit DSD D/A-converter up to DSD 512 (22 MHz) |
Frequency response PCM 44,1 kSps | 2 Hz – 20 kHz |
Frequency response PCM 48 kSps / DSD 64 | 2 Hz – 22 kHz / 2 Hz – 44 kHz |
Frequency response PCM 96 kSps / DSD 128 | 2 Hz – 40 kHz / 2 Hz – 60 kHz |
Frequency response PCM 192 kSps / DSD 256 | 2 Hz – 80 kHz / 2 Hz – 80 kHz |
Frequency response PCM 384 kSps / DSD 512 | 2 Hz – 100 kHz / 2 Hz – 100 kHz |
Analogue filter | Phase-linear Bessel filter of 3rd Order with 100 kHz cut off frequency |
Total harmonic distortion |
< 0,001 % |
Signal:noise ratio | 116 dB |
Channel separation | 110 dB |
Mains / Accessories / Dimensions |
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Control interface | R2-Link |
Remote control | SRC 1, T+A MusicNavigator APP |
Mains connection | 100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz |
Power consumption max. | 40 Watts |
ECO-standby | 0,3 Watt |
Optional Accessories | Power Three HD (Carbon) | Power Bar | Audio Quad (Carbon) | Audio Triax (Carbon) | IP-Steuerung |
Auto power off function | yes (after 90 minutes without audio signal) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 16,5 × 46 × 40 cm |
Weight |
11,3 kg |
Finishes | Silver anodised aluminium (43), black anodised aluminium (42), brushed |
Technical modifi cations reserved |