Best sounding "budget" integrated amp for Vandersteen 2C.


Looking for the best sounding "budget" integrated amp for use with an Vandersteen 2C (1980’s version) speakers. CD source alternates between a Sony PS1 and Cal Audio Icon II Power Boss. Budget is roughly $300, maybe up to $400. I’ve been thinking something from NAD, but with all the different models out there, I have no idea which models are the best sounding--regardless of power. It will also need to have a phono stage. I’d like to have a remote too, but it’s not a deal breaker. My system is in a second bedroom, so even though I like to crank every once in a while, most of the time I'm listening at reasonable levels. My listening tastes consists of stuff like Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Tangerine Dream, etc.
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Update: 
Ended up spending a little more and bought an audio friend's McCormack Micro power amp and matching Micro preamp. Sound is awesome. I had tried the Kenwood KR-8050, which sounded really good too (although a little flat) but nothing like the McCormack stuff. Also, the 8050 was too much receiver for my space. The 8050 would've been ideal in a larger room, but the Mack is more than enough for my 2nd bedroom system location. I'm currently using Mogami W3082 speaker wire and Mogami interconnects on it and it sounds great. Curious what the Mogami W3103 would do? I'm also comparing with some Kimber 4tc I have. 
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