Don't get hung up on numbers: A 60-watt amp will do just fine with these speakers, and with most speakers in the price class you're looking at. (That doesn't mean you can get away without auditioning things, because every once in a while a speaker comes a long that's a lot less efficient than the spec sheet would indicate.)
According to my reference, $350 is list price for the minis, however. Especially if you're buying speakers and amp together, I'd ask for a break--maybe 10% off on the combo.
I'll also second Ilkwon's advice to think about putting a little more money into speakers. If money's tight, consider a lesser amp. I helped a young friend put together a starter system recently. I don't recall exactly what he got, but he found a 2-channel receiver at J&R for next to nothing that sounded just fine with whatever PSB model he chose. (Only caveat: stick to well-established brands if you go the Japanese receiver route. There is some junk out there.)
According to my reference, $350 is list price for the minis, however. Especially if you're buying speakers and amp together, I'd ask for a break--maybe 10% off on the combo.
I'll also second Ilkwon's advice to think about putting a little more money into speakers. If money's tight, consider a lesser amp. I helped a young friend put together a starter system recently. I don't recall exactly what he got, but he found a 2-channel receiver at J&R for next to nothing that sounded just fine with whatever PSB model he chose. (Only caveat: stick to well-established brands if you go the Japanese receiver route. There is some junk out there.)