BasX TA2+ Stereo Receiver/Preamp/DAC/Tuner

Emotiva

BasX TA2+ Stereo Receiver/Preamp/DAC/Tuner

Name: BasX TA2+ Stereo Receiver/Preamp/DAC/Tuner
Brand: Emotiva
SKU: EMOTIVA-BASX-TA2-STEREO-RECEIVER-PREAMP-DAC-TUNER

Model PRE-BASX-STER-TA2+ · Series BasX

The new BasX TA2+ stereo integrated amplifier with DAC brings HDMI ARC, USB-C, balanced outputs, and true Class A/B power to your two-channel or 2.1 system. One box, serious sound.

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All specifications

Frequency response: 20 Hz to 50 kHz
THD+noise: < 0.005% (A-weighted).
IMD: < 0.004% (SMPTE).
S/N ratio: > 120 dB.
Crosstalk: < 88 dB.
Gain: 29 dB.

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Overview

The preamp is the heart of the system, this one just happens to have power built in.

The BasX TA2+ stereo integrated amplifier with DAC and tuner is the control center of a serious two-channel or 2.1 system, combining a true analog preamp stage, high-current Class A/B power, and expanded balanced connectivity in one thoughtfully engineered chassis.

This new-generation TA2+ adds balanced XLR analog inputs and outputs, a balanced subwoofer output, HDMI ARC for seamless TV integration, USB-C for modern computers, and full analog bass management for precise 2.1 setup. That means quieter connections, better long-cable performance, smarter source integration, and tighter control over how your speakers and sub work together. Add a turntable with the built-in MM/MC phono preamp, stream over Bluetooth, or expand with an external amplifier later. Backed by our 3-year warranty.

Common uses:

• Build a great-sounding two-channel or 2.1 living-room system

• Upgrade TV audio with HDMI ARC and real speaker power

• Run vinyl, streaming, and computer audio through one control center

Want to make sure it will connect to everything you own? Contact us. You’ll get real guidance from the people behind the gear.

Features

HDMI ARC + Your TV
Run one HDMI cable from your TV’s ARC port and enjoy clear two-channel PCM audio from apps and connected devices through your speakers.
USB-C DAC Input
Connect a laptop or desktop over USB-C for high-quality digital audio, so streaming and local files sound cleaner and more dimensional than a typical computer output.
Balanced XLR Preamp Outputs for Easy Upgrades
Use the balanced outputs to feed an external power amp now or later, especially helpful if your rack is far from your speakers or you want a quieter, more robust connection.
Balanced Subwoofer Output Plus Analog Bass Management
Hook up a powered sub with a balanced cable and dial in the crossover with the built-in analog high-pass and low-pass filters, so bass hits harder while vocals stay clean.
Class A/B Power with a Toroidal Linear Supply
A traditional Class A/B amp with a toroidal linear power supply delivers clean current on demand, so your speakers stay controlled when music gets dynamic. The payoff is effortless volume and better grip in the bass, without sounding edgy.

Specifications

Frequency response: 20 Hz to 50 kHz; The range of pitches it reproduces, from deep bass to the top of the treble.
Model code: EMOTIVA-BASX-TA2-STEREO-RECEIVER-PREAMP-DAC-TUNER; Quote it when you ask a specialist.

ANALOG INPUTS

ANALOG INPUTS: 3 pairs – unbalanced (RCA) stereo analog line level inputs (Analog 1 thru Analog 3). 1 pair – balanced (XLR) stereo analog line level inputs (Bal). 1 pair – stereo phono inputs (switchable; moving magnet or moving coil). 1 tuner – FM (with external antenna input; 15 station presets).

DIGITAL INPUTS

DIGITAL INPUTS: 1 – digital coax (S/PDIF); stereo; 24/192k. 2 – digital optical (Toslink); stereo; 24/192k. 1 – digital USB (DAC input); stereo; 24/192k. 1 – Bluetooth receiver; Bluetooth 5, AptX and AAC (antenna included). 1 – HDMI-ARC input; stereo (PCM 2.0)

PREAMP OUTPUTS

PREAMP OUTPUTS: 1 pair – unbalanced (RCA) stereo line level Preamp Outputs. 1 pair – balanced (XLR) stereo line level Preamp Outputs. (Both outputs are fed by a switchable analog 12 dB/octave high-pass filter, whose cutoff frequency can be set to anywhere between 40 Hz and 200 Hz.) 1 – unbalanced (RCA) line level summed Subwoofer Output. 1 – balanced (XLR) line level summed Subwoofer Output. (Both outputs are fed by a switchable analog 12 dB/octave low-pass filter, whose cutoff 1 – 1/8” (3.5mm) front panel stereo headphone output.

SPEAKER OUTPUTS

SPEAKER OUTPUTS: 1 pair - audiophile grade five way binding posts which accept banana plugs, spade lugs, or bare wires. To enable Bass Management on the Speaker Outputs, set the High Pass filter to On, and choose the filter cutoff frequency with the associated adjustment knob. These controls affect both the Preamp Outputs and the signal that is routed to the internal amplifiers in the TA2+ equally. Bass Management is implemented via analog 12 dB/octave high-pass filters, whose cutoffoff frequency can be set to anywhere between 40 Hz and 200 Hz.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS: Power – rocker switch; rear panel. Standby – front panel push button. Two front panel push-buttons – Input Select; menu operation. Front panel digital encoder knob – Volume; Tuning; menu operation. VFD Display – high visibility blue alphanumeric VFD display (dimmable). LEDs – amber Standby LED; blue illuminated legend for Input buttons.

REMOTE CONTROL

REMOTE CONTROL: Compact, all metal, full-function infrared remote control (which is powered by a single CR2025 button-cell battery).

TRIGGER INPUT AND OUTPUT

TRIGGER INPUT AND OUTPUT: 1 - 12 VDC Trigger Output – delivers 12VDC trigger signal when unit is On. 1 - Trigger Input – accepts inputs between 5V and 12V AC or DC.

LINE LEVEL ANALOG PERFORMANCE

Maximum output level (balanced and unbalanced outputs): 4 VRMS.
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 50 kHz +/- 0.25 dB.
THD+noise: < 0.005% (A-weighted).
IMD: < 0.004% (SMPTE).
S/N ratio: > 120 dB.
Crosstalk: < 88 dB.

PHONO INPUT ANALOG PERFORMANCE

Frequency response (moving magnet and moving coil): 20 Hz to 20 kHz; ref standard RIAA curve.
THD+noise: < 0.010% (moving magnet; A-weighted); < 0.04% (moving coil; A-weighted).
Gain (ref unity gain on main inputs; at 1 kHz): 44 dB (moving magnet); 55 dB (moving coil)
S/N ratio: > 78 dB (ref 5 mV; moving magnet); > 58 dB (ref 0.5 mV; moving coil).
Load Impedance: 47 kOhms (moving magnet); 47 Ohms or 100 Ohms (moving coil)

DIGITAL PERFORMANCE

Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.1 dB (44k sample rate).
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 80 kHz + 0 /- 1 dB (192k sample rate).
THD+noise: < 0.003% (A-weighted; all sample rates).
IMD: < 0.007% (SMPTE).
S/N ratio: > 110 dB.

AMPLIFIER PERFORMANCE

AMPLIFIER PERFORMANCE: 135 watts RMS / channel; into 8 Ohms, both channels driven, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD < 0.02%. 250 watts RMS / channel; into 4 Ohms, both channels driven, at 1 kHz, THD < 1%.
Minimum load impedance: 4 Ohms; Rated impedance: 8 Ohms.
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.15 dB; 5 Hz to 80 kHz +0 / -2.1 dB.
S/N ratio: 116 dB.
Gain: 29 dB.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

POWER REQUIREMENTS: 115 VAC or 230 VAC @ 50 / 60 Hz (automatically detected). The BasX TA2+ has a linear main power supply that accepts either 115 VAC or 230 VAC.

WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS

WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS: 17” wide x 3-3/8” high (without feet) x 15-1/2” deep (without connectors) 17” wide x 4” high (including feet) x 15-1/2” deep (without connectors) 25 lbs (unboxed) Add 6 lbs for boxed weight.