I would recommend demoing as much equipment as possible. This may require establishing a good relationship with one or more audio shops in the area or dealing with equipment ordered online with a trial period. I will +1 the Rega recommendation, especially if she wants to get into vinyl down the road. Rega is quite well represented here in the states.
What are the best entry level integrated amps and speakers?
My daughter just got a new place and wants to upgrade her Best Buy based stereo system. She is only interested in two channel stereo (good for her). I told her if you're willing to get used equipment of high quality you'll get a better system like I did (Krell, Ayre, Revel). We are looking for an integrated amp and speakers. The amp should put out 75-100 watts. She has enough room for floor standing speakers or something smaller. So far I have researched NAD and Outlaw for amps and PSB for speakers. What would you recommend? I think the budget will be $1,000-1,500.
Thanks for your input.
Thanks for your input.