Here is a very unconventional suggestion: Paradigm Active/20 speakers ($1600). An excellent small speaker with very powerful (135W bass + 50W treble) power amps and active crossovers built-in. Add a decent cd-player and a cheap QED volume pot (if the player has no variable volume) and you are in business. CDs to look for are from Marantz, Rotel, Pioneer in the $500 - $800 bracket. Later you can budget for a proper preamplifier and the rest of your sources and add a Paradigm Servo 15 subwoofer.
First System- need advice
Trying to put together my first system on limited budget $2000-$2500 U.S . I am a minimalist/purist . I would like to build system around a CREEK 4330 Integrated Amp and possibly a pair of TOTEM "ARRO" speakers (http://www.totemacoustic.com) I need suggestions for a CD player and Tuner. Also would appreciate any alternative suggestions for complete sytems in the $2000-$2500 range. Thanks