I wont hesitate to claim that "pound per sound" Linn's Mimik, Majik and Tukan will outperform ANY system at the same price range or even more...!USED even better deal! Read some reviews on the "soundstage", or better go and audition for yourself..all of these +cables less than 2K Good Luck! or Chow Chao...or whatever!
Musical system for under $2K?
My nephew stayed with us this past weekend, and was bitten by the "audio bug"...he now wants to put together an "affordable" music system for his appartment based around a CD player, an integrated amp, and a pair of monitor speakers. He listens mostly to classical and jazz, but also to rock from time to time. Any favorite combos? I'd prefer it if you limit your suggestions to systems that you own (or have owned) and that you have found to be musically accurate and satisfying over the long haul. His total budget, including stands, wire, and interconnects is just about $2000, and he is open to buying used if it helps him get more for his money. Thanks in advance for all your help. Deborah.