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Receiver for Spendor S3/5se

I just bought Spendor s3/5se mains and the Spendor SC3 center. I now need an A/V receiver that is an appropriate sonic match. The Spendors are not very efficient (84 db). The mains can handle 125W and the center 80w. I want to stay in the Denon, Harmon Kardon, NAD, Onkyo or Kenwood lines because I can get great prices. Thank you, PARE1
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kotta
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I would look into this. Sherwood Newcastle R-925 (new) at www.avielectronics.com/blowout.html for $375. If this still available and the dealer is authorized and is selling A-stock/new unopened box this is very much worth considering. (I believe this rec. had a $1000 retail price.) Also, Sony's ES Series (5-yr. warranty) to consider. One dealer, I believe "Saturdayaudio.com" has a deal on one of the NAD's av receivers.(Look under the "deals" page.)
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I would think that the NAD T752 should be able to drive them fine being 80w x5 with 150w dynamic. Whether this or any of the receivers on your list will "compliment" the Spendors ??? Owned the S 3/5's and I drove them fine w/ an 80w receiver. One other dealer you might want to look into would be (www.kiefsav.com) They carry NAD I'm pretty sure and they have excellent prices w/great customer service. Good Luck! Bill
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