Amplifiers Review

Astin Trew AT2000 review

Proof that features and good sound aren't incompatible

Our Score 5

Last reviewed: 2009-01-29January 29th 2009

Price at launch	£1,349.00
Additional Information	5 line level inputs, including 3 RCA, 1 balanced and an MP3 input on the front facia
Description	Combines a class A biased pre-amplifier stage and valve-assisted power amplifier
Features	Never Connected™ power supplies for all low-power circuits / aluminium casework with a 6mm thick front fascia and anodised finishes
Amp/Receiver Type	Integrated
Remote Control	Yes

Product Summary

AT2000

Price at launch

£1,349.00

For

A transparent- and realisticsounding integrated amplifier with a dynamic character that really engages. A highly flexible model with some unusual features

Against

Not as obviously powerful as some, and it would be nice to have a phono input. Does anyone need two headphone sockets, though?