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Better Integrated Amp?

Hi, I'm looking at my first set up and have been advised by people on this website to get an integrated amp (including phono stage). I'm looking at the Quad Vena 2 which I would have to get second hand due to cost, and the Denon PMA-800NE which I could buy new whilst still being the cheaper option. I'm open to other suggestions to just wanted to get your thoughts on which amp I should go for or if I should look at some others too.
oliverben5672
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fuzztone
5,511 posts
 
Speakers depend a lot on listening preference, both volume and program. Also size/style desired. And of course budget.
For that TT the AT VM540ML is a match made in value heaven.

Has it been established that you are in the UK???
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twoleftears
5,313 posts
 
Get the most powerful one you can afford.
https://www.exposurehifi.com/products.html
donvito
395 posts
 
This Yamaha A-S501 is worth looking into. It has all the features that you will ever need!
https://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/hifi_components/a-s501/index.html
mesch
3,421 posts
 
I would focus on auditioning speakers 1st, and consider the amps that are paired with them during audition. 

What budget are you considering for speakers? 
soix
8,967 posts
 
I thought i would try and figure out what amp to get before figuring out what speaker to pair it with. 
Why would you think that?  I’d highly recommend you figure out speakers first.  Case in point — the Quad only puts out 45Wpc, which will limit your speaker choices quite a bit.  Just my 2 pence FWIW, and best of luck. 

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