stereo for someone special

Linn Classik with Katans.

I agree with the all in one options with a small pair of speakers. Perhaps a Peachtree Decco or Nova with a pair of Usher s-520's, colour matched to her decor.

Does she want this? Or is she like my mother and Classic95's mother? Not interested.
Are we so obsessive as to believe that everyone wants what we want? Isn't it possible that some people could care less about stereo equipment?

And you are actually thinking about a tube amp no less.

Maybe she'll get you a sewing machine in return.

How about a Squeezebox Boom or similar WiFi internet table radio? These would be my audio gift of choice for most.

Very inconspicuous and no wires except power chord. Variety of music available for free cannot be beat. Sound is good enough for most.

Get her a bose, she will love it.