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Receiver help

I'm helping a friend put together a modest system, just a receiver, speakers, and CD player.  She wants a receiver for FM so an integrated amp isn't considered.  Probably no more than 50 watts will be needed.  The speakers will be ELAC B5s.  It could be a stereo receiver or AV, but she would only utilize the front stereo pair outputs.

This is not an area I follow.  Based on general reputation I'm thinking of something from Yamaha, Onkyo, etc.  Specific model recommendations would help if you have experience with one.

Thanks
pryso
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mofimadness
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Budget?  For pretty damn cheap you can get the Yamaha R-S202BL. Sweet little receiver that also has built-in Bluetooth.  Found a place on-line that has some for $109.99.
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kalali
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I haven't looked for a receiver recently but if I were, I would consider a component that supports WiFi streaming. This allows free access to pretty much any radio station that is out there and at a much higher quality than an FM antenna could ever provide. So basically instead of a "receiver " you'll be looking for an integrated amplifier which also supports WiFi streaming. Makes sense?
soix
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I'd look at an Outlaw receiver and Silverline Minuet speakers if they're in her budget. 
rackon
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I would also recommend one of the Marantz receivers and one of their CD players - look great, smooth and musical. 
pryso OP
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Thanks all.  The speakers and CD player are resolved.  For a receiver she wants something new with a warranty and the inclusion of including WiFi streaming is a good idea.  It appears she will have a few good choices between Yamaha and Onkyo for under $300 which should suit her needs.
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