Consider:
Chromecast will connect to the A-S701 optical input.
You can play local files (and streaming services) from your laptop or phone via the chromecast (wireless). Chromecast also has blue tooth as well.
The A-S701 has the same amp section as the 801. Read the 801 reviews - highly regarded at it’s price.
The Klipsch speakers are considered an excellent value as well.
Later on, you could add a sub, a bluesound node 2i, an external dac, upgrade cables, etc.
Good luck! So many options, and many good recommendations here.
- (Used) Yamaha A-S701 Integrated amp - $500
- (Used) Klipsch rp-600m speakers - $400
- (Used) Chromecast Audio streamer - $50
- Blue Jeans Canare 4S11 Speaker Cables - $80
Chromecast will connect to the A-S701 optical input.
You can play local files (and streaming services) from your laptop or phone via the chromecast (wireless). Chromecast also has blue tooth as well.
The A-S701 has the same amp section as the 801. Read the 801 reviews - highly regarded at it’s price.
The Klipsch speakers are considered an excellent value as well.
Later on, you could add a sub, a bluesound node 2i, an external dac, upgrade cables, etc.
Good luck! So many options, and many good recommendations here.