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Very new to high end audio - Recomendations

Hello, as the title says etc etc.
a few years member of headfi and enjoy my personal mobile setup, but looking into something for the home. This site was suggested as a nice place to look around in.
Knowledge is almost zilch when it comes to speakers/amps etc. 
I'm thinking maybe active speakers and I can line out from my DAP, will that work? How do active speakers perform best? what would work out better if matching prices in active speakers or passive with an amp?
Budget is fairly low, max £1000. Something to introduce me into the scenery. Something nice secondhand (preloved) or if a nifty setup can be bought new at a budget along those lines. Thanks in advance for any suggestions :)
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james633
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I personally agree with artemus_5 and I think passive speakers with an integrated amp is the way to get started.
JBL 580s and 590s are good starter speakers. Every 3-6 month JBL sells them off their sight at 50% off or more. They are a screaming deal at this prices. Ignore the list price as they are on sale several times a year.

Klipsch RP600M is also a good starter option.
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bryhifi
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These might be worth checking out for someone new to hifi gear and looking for some good sound with nice flexibility for inputs.  Local dealer near me sells them and I’ve listened to them many times while at his shop.  Impressive little package with what I feel is a good starting point for new folks on the 2 channel journey and keeping a budget in check.

https://www.kantoaudio.com/powered-speakers/tuk/

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drrsutliff
858 posts
 
Vanatoo would be a good place to start.  I have both their “Zero” and “One” on desks in my home with USB input from Roon on my computer.  
https://vanatoo.com/shop/speakers/transparent-one-encore/

Nice place to start with full powered speakers including a DAC and Bluetooth input.  Excellent for the price, but beware it is just an introduction to future possibilities…
mofojo
2,291 posts
 
Used KEF LS50 Wireless maybe? Look them up. Prob bought in that range. 
terry9
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Whatever you do, spend as little as possible on cables. They give you least bang for the buck, so get everything else right first. Then upgrade when you feel the itch, and make sure that you try before you buy, and that those new cables are really the best use of upgrade money.

And leave vinyl alone for now. It's a whole new level of commitment.

My opinion. YMMV  Good luck!
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