Help with a system for a friend


 A friend asked me to help him put together a stereo system for under $6500. I think there’s no better place than here to get answers. He listened to my system and enjoyed it. I have Bryston equipment and aerial speakers, schiit dac, and a Sonos for WiFi.  It’s a detailed, transparent clean sound, good damping.  

His needs are simple.  Integrated amp, speakers, and a music streamer for WiFi.  No vinyl.  All new, no used.  I’m going to steer him away from hegel (no need to discuss this).  Any suggestions?  Leave room for cables.
Thanks
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good one
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What size is his listening space? Floor or stand mount? Subwoofer(s)? If he wants a minimalist system, then a nice pair of active speakers and a decent streamer will do the job. I do agree that he should at least pick a pair of speakers he likes, then build the rest of the system around the speakers.