YOu need to spend more on the amp than 500 if you want this to sound good in my opinion. I would definitely add 1000 to your 500 set aside for amplification and go with 1500 speakers, you will get way more satisfaction in the long run this way. Figure out the speakers you want and then get the amp to pair with them. These days many of the better solid state integrated amps would sound good with almost any speaker. Heck I would personally rather get a 2500 amp with 500 speakers if forced to choose between that and 500 amp with 2500 speakers. Cheap amps don't sound good period.
Looking for $1500-2500$ speaker system
I am looking for a set of quality speakers used/new in the $1500 -2000 price range. I would like to put together a system that does not require additional amplification (unless the speaker provides it) from a receiver. I have set aside approximately $500 for my receiver.
Given the price I am hoping I can get a nice 2.1, however if anyone has recommendations for a 5.1 I shall consider it. Thanks for any suggestions.
Given the price I am hoping I can get a nice 2.1, however if anyone has recommendations for a 5.1 I shall consider it. Thanks for any suggestions.