I've flown the T-2 for years with many different engines and they are all great!

However, there is another plane you might look into. The Worlkd models Sky Raider 2 or the WM LA Racer. Both are great low wing aerobatic trainers when set at low rates, but will perform any trick you can think of (short of full blown 3d) with high rates and a good .40 - .46 engine.

And at $69.95 for the arf, you can buy 2 for the price of 1 T2 or pulse!