the most simplistic stereo you have had


I am curious to see what is the most simplistic set up you have or have had. With the mammoth sized speakers and amps on the market right now, I wonder if there are others who have found a lasting refuge on quality of components and sounds that are in essence simple. Please describe the whole set up, specs, sound quality etc . . . what is your recommendation of a ticket for audio nirvana. PAUL
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A Linn Majik amp feeding a pair of Linn KanII speakers and being fed by the multi-room output of my main system in the next room, enjoyed in my office. Total cost of <$1000, and an extremely pleasant and musical sound. Almost non-existent low-end, but very enjoyable nonetheless.
I put a system in my bedroom about a year ago. NAD L40 integrated FM Receiver/CD player, and B&W LM1 speakers. I put the receiver in my "high boy" chest of drawers with some ventilation in the back, so it's hidden unless I'm using it. I ran the QED flat wire through the wall behind the highboy and up into the attic for the speakers, the LM1's are mounted on the left wall as you enter the bedroom. It's not the last word in fidelity by any means, but it gets the job done. Price was reasonable, and with no interconnects, I plugged the speaker wire and the supplied ribbon antenna into the L40. So, when the mood strikes me I listen to either FM or CD. The only thing simpler is my Proton clock radio. Jeff
My Grado RS 2's, Grado headphone amp and a portable CD player. This is a great system!!!!!! I would recommend it to anyone. You can get a high end sound system for under $1000.00.