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Recommended amplification?

I have a brand new pair of Ohm Walsh speakers and am driving them with a rather old Onkyo receiver (40 WPC at 8 ohms; Walshes are at 4 ohms). I'm interested in a used inexpensive amp upgrade but here are some requirements:

1. If I'm upgrading, I want more power.
2. Built-in phono stage.
3. Less than $500 used.

Also, what are some good CHEAP cables? Thanks!
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rgodin
85 posts
 
Are you looking for another receiver, and integrated amp, or a preamp and power amp?

Which model of Walsh speakers are you now using?

You'll probably get plenty of suggestions if you can provide a few more details.
rgodin
85 posts
 
The $500 price point is a tough one. NAD, Creek, and Rotel are the first that come to mind. The good lower price integrated amps go pretty fast, so you'll have to check often and be ready to jump when one that fits your preferences and budget shows up.

Other options are vintage amps or off-shore manufactured models that benefit from the lower labor costs in Asia.

Expanding your budget by a couple hundered dollars or so increases your choices quite a bit.
rgodin
85 posts
 
You can get some nice integrated amps in the $750 range.
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