Newbie to the awesome audiophile world

You should figure out your source.

Welcome, retsameht01.   Different speakers place different demands on an amp, so I would select a pair of speakers first and then decide on an amp that works well with them. I’m not familiar with either of those speakers, so I can’t be much help there.

Speaker - amp interaction is a complicated subject for someone fresh to this world, so the explanation would be lengthy. It’s one of the keys to getting that audiophile sound that you’re after, though, and not being disappointed that you spent a bunch of money and it doesn’t sound any better than your old system.

So take some time, try to listen to the speakers, preferably in your home if you can borrow them, and when you decide on a pair we can then talk about a good amp for them. Take your time, that’s another key to getting good sound.

I think slaw is asking if you listen to digital or vinyl. That can make a difference too.

If you search the forums here, you can find threads on many speakers and amps that go well with them.  You may find a thread that will explain it in a way that works for you.

Speakers with around 95dB sensitivity will be a big help, as much below 90 and you need a lot more watts. And don't spend half your budget on speakers. Or amp. More like 25%. You need source, amp, speakers, and wire. Four equally important components. 25% each.

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 Get 300 RMS, NO LESS, YOU WILL BE HAPPY!

tons of good gear out there!

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It's going to take time and effort to sort through the possibilities and one of the difficult parts is sorting out the good information from the bad on forums like this. Go slowly, read as much as possible of the often conflicting information and advice you'll come across and trust your ears. Resign yourself to not getting it just right the first time, which argues with sticking with mainstream brands with excellent reviews that have good potential resale value, possibly used.