best amp for a Maggy 1.7i

My friend used a NAD integrated amp and I am impressed with the sound per dollar of his system. 

I recognize that an improve from end can let Maggies shine; I disagree NAD isn’t a nice match at the Op’s budget 
 

I have been using my AGD Audion and Gran Vivace to drive my Maggie 1.7.

Several friends have reached Nirvana too with their 30.1 and the Audion.

I think you will get the detail you want with a high-current tube amp that you will have to buy used at your price range.

Unfortunately, most of those are about twice your budget.  Maybe save up for a while and get what you NEED.  You have the best speakers money can buy.  Don't short-change yourself with a less-than-ideal amplifier, please.

Cheers!

A PS Audio Stellar S300 at 140 watts @ 8 Ohms and 300 watts @ 4 Ohms, should drive those Maggies.  It sells new for $1650 and can be found used for $800 to $900.  PS used to offer discounts with a trade in, although I'm not sure if they still do that.

I agree with DWMAGGIE.  Magnarisers are the best upgrade you can do for the price.  I have the 3.7's, they ran out of power with 150 watts.  250 watts drives them well.  [Hegel].