Want to setup basic home audio system


As the title states, I am looking for advice on the main components required to get a basic home audio system going for under 1k. When I do get to save more money, I am open to add more into the system. For now, what are the basic components of a home audio system that I mainly need to focus on right now? I am not looking to get a home theater setup. ONNLY LOOKING TO GET HOME AUDIO SYSTEM FOR MUSIC
diripio
Unfortunately, not all threads are as smooth and positive as this one.
They can become quite contentious and nasty. A lot of personality clashes.
Still, the majority are quite informative with guys who really know their stuff.
Also, A lot of guys who THINK they know their stuff.
I am neither. My audio knowledge is quite limited. 
Take your time finding speakers. Check power handling and sensitivity.
Make sure it is compatible with your amp.
And enjoy.

This may be the single most positive thread I've read on this forum since I became addicted to it ten months ago! 
  +1 panzrwagn
Regarding using Blu-tac for mounting stand mounts. That was my former go to for putting stand mount speakers on stands, brilliant stuff and helps stop ringing.
@diripio...Similar, yes. But in this case, more focused on 'distilling' uniform response from the speakers in your space.

The fact that it's nearly square can create 'issues'.  You don't note the ceiling height; assuming it's the 'typ. 8' h.' makes it easy to 'overdrive' the space.
You might as well sit inside the woofer's enclosure....I'm not surprised the Marshall 'rules the room', even at low levels...
They do that.... ;)
Better to concentrate on uniform response at lower levels; you'll be surprised at the details that easily get 'blown away' and missed.

Some room treatment ought to be in your future.  Refer to the forums and the websites that deal with that, and listen carefully to the room as you proceed.
Some here will claim that the space is half the equation.
In a small room...they're right, but best approached with patience.

You will have to listen like you've never attempted before.
Don't stress over it....this is supposed to be fun, after all.  ;)

Have @ it, J
bob540: 
I see a lot of people selling kef q50’s and q80’s near me. Sadly, no q550’s though. I have seen the ls50’s recommended a lot on reddit. Maybe I should call one of the listing just to hear kef speakers. 
panzrwagn & rixthetrick:
wont forget to pick up some blue-tac! Good call!

asvjerry:
The details are what I want! I believe someone posted on this thread a website that sells room treatment panels. That is definitely something I will look into when I get the chance! You don’t suppose they sell the mic used??