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First HIFI system

Hi everyone! I'm on the market to buy my first HIFI system without breaking the bank and have done some research without being able to make a decision so far. My biggest limitation is the layout of the living room. Although is a decent 38m2 with high ceilings I'm limited on the spacing between speakers at about 2 meters apart.
I'm inclined to the Marantz M-CR612 with a pair of decent column speakers, first option was the Qacoustics 3050i for their 91dB sensitivity but one of the vendors I've contacted advised to go with the MonitorAudio Bronze 200 since the drivers are about 1" smaller and would perform better at 2meters apart. I understand that both of them have their on pros and cons and sound quality will depend on my own sensibility, but do you guys think this will be a good match?
I'm thinking on using QED XT40 speaker wires.
Thanks and looking forward for your feedback!
pblayer
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mapman
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Worth consideration:

Transparent One Encore | Vanatoo

A lot of bang for the buck.  Available via Amazon.
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yogiboy
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I would not buy any amp with a power rating given at 6 ohms. Look for a better amp that gives the power rating at 8 ohms. This is the power rating of that Marantz!
  • 50 watts x 2 into 6 ohms (1 kHz) at 0.7% THD in stereo mode

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millercarbon
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Answering your question pblayer got me looking and I came across an important point mentioned earlier, the value in buying direct from the manufacturer. Please take a minute to check out the user review here https://tektondesign.com/product/full-range-speakers/flagship/moab/#color The second one from David Das. He's talking about Moabs (which I have and highly recommend) but the math applies equally to the Mini-Lore. Eric uses much higher quality drivers than you would ever find in other speakers of the same price.
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millercarbon
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Btw, it is not the power rating that excludes the Marantz from consideration. It is a CD receiver. Whatever that is, it is a lot of stuff crammed into one box. Seems like a value but the sound quality will be atrocious!    

Yet another filter: integrated amp. No receivers, for damn sure no AVRs. The more stuff they put in there, the less you want it. Only exception, phono stage. Maybe. That's it. Integrated.
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artemus_5
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+1 for Miller.

FWIW, I have aa lot of misgivings about a piece of equipment that does everything but make my breakfast. may be  inexpensive, but it reminds me of one of those all ion one woodworking machines that do a little bit of everything but none of them very good. I can see an integrated with a DAC maybe. 

We all have a budget. I've had a low budget and understand your plight. But as Miller has said, do your research and buy smart. Consider used IF it is a good brand with good reviews. Its not hard to buy a used piece at half price. patience and research can stretch your budget and get you a better outcome. Good luck to you and continue to ask  questions. Lots of good info here @ A'gon

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