Beginning Audio System

Pabelson is right on the mark. Concentrate on a good pair of speakers. Buying used will give you the best bang for the buck. A receiver which has a preamp, tuner and amplifier on one chassis will probably fit your needs best with your budget. Good Luck

I'm an ignorant American and don't have any idea how much 500 "lbs" is in USDs (where did you get that key for the symbol?), but Pabelson is right. I'd go for the best speakers you can find and look for used. This is a quite controversial subject - which component contributes the most to the sound of the system. I believe it's the speaker but the pre-amp, amp, source all make a big difference. However, I've auditioned speakers in my house that have driven me out the room. Have not had that experience with amps. Just found some that bore me, slightly irritate me, etc. Same with other items.

I'd find speakers first and then look for a receiver. Or better yet, find them as a synergistic couple. Or even better yet, find those two and the CD/SACD player as a trio. Damn this hobby...

Tom,i know how you feel,where the hell are all these key's at with the symbol's.

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About $876, heheh.