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My first Hi-Fi system - some basic Qs
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Your thinking is very good.  Couple of suggestions but a question first, for speakers are you going to add in a subwoofer?  A good audio sub will not be boomy and will give you a fuller sound.  The Mirage Omni CM-08 is a good value at about $350.  

If you are willing to listen to a few other speakers, check out Polk's RTi series, Def Tech has a couple bookshelf's that are real nice and B&W's 600 line should also fit in your budget.   If you are definitely going to add a sub (which I would strongly encourage), you might also consider Sunfire's HRS line and B&W's M-1's.  They are really great sounding little speakers.

For integrated AMPs, NeedleDoctor had a Cambridge Audio Azur on clearance for $299 which is a great value.   I am not sure if they still do. They always have closeouts and you can get some great deals from them. Also, you can get Marantz Factory Refurbs on occasion from Accesories4less.  They are an approved retailer and will typically even carry a warranty. . I think it is the Marantz PM5004 which is the entry point item from them. For more power, Hartman,s HK3490 is a hugely popular receiver that I recently demo'd and it does sound great.

For DAC's, I think most folks would feel this is pretty critical.  Cambridge audio's DAC'S Magic is a great value.  . Peachtree also has a nicely priced entry level DAC.

NAD has a couple of Items that are also a great value. The 326BEE is a great sounding integrated amp and they have a reasonably priced DAC that is wireless.  everyone and then Crutchfield will have open boxes and returns.

Good luck.  

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