TA2000NEO SILVER 9"
Dual-Layer Carbon Entry-High Tonearm β TA2000NEO Reviewed by The Absolute Sound
Description β
Acoustic Signature TA2000NEO tonearm in silver finish β 9-inch effective length. The TA-2000 NEO brings dual-layer carbon armtube construction and SKF precision bearings to the more accessible price tier of the AS tonearm range. Mogami copper internal wiring β chosen for its studio-proven signal integrity β connects the cartridge to a 5-pin DIN output. Available in both Rega-style and SME-style mounting as standard, the TA-2000 NEO is compatible with a wider range of turntable plinths than most of its competitors. It is available in four finish options and ships with an AudioQuest phono cable. Reviewed by The Absolute Sound paired with the Tornado NEO.
Technical background
The TA2000NEO uses a dual-layer carbon armtube with SKF precision bearings and Mogami copper internal wiring. Available in both Rega-style (three-point) and SME-style (five-point) mounting for compatibility with the broadest range of turntables. This is the most versatile tonearm in the AS range in terms of turntable compatibility.
Design story
The TA2000NEO was designed for maximum compatibility β the dual mounting options (Rega and SME) allow it to be fitted to almost any turntable. Its Absolute Sound review pairing with the Tornado NEO confirms its natural system match within the AS ecosystem.
Best for
Hurricane NEO and Tornado NEO owners; audiophiles who want dual-layer carbon construction and SKF bearings on a controlled budget Mid-range analogue buyers upgrading from a basic tonearm; Tornado, Double X Neo or Maximus NEO owners upgrading Primary tonearm on Tornado or Double X Neo; entry AS tonearm upgrade; broad-compatibility design (Rega or SME mount)
Awards & press
"The TA2000NEO is a genuine overachiever β its dual-layer carbon construction and SKF bearings perform well above what its price implies." β The Absolute Sound "A tonearm that provides immediate and lasting satisfaction β the TA2000NEO is the right choice for buyers who want quality without a flagship price." β Hi-Fi Choice
Features β
- Dual-layer carbon armtube with SKF precision bearings; Mogami copper internal wiring
- Available in both Rega-style and SME-style mounting for broad compatibility
- Reviewed by The Absolute Sound paired with the Tornado NEO
- Made in SΓΌssen, Germany β CNC-machined, hand-assembled in-house
- Available in Rega-style and SME-style mount β the broadest turntable compatibility in the AS range
- Reviewed by The Absolute Sound paired with the Tornado NEO β endorsed as a natural system pairing