I am currently using a creek 4240SE, AudioQuest BiWire and interconnects, Marantz CD63 mkII with an AMC DAC-8, and Alon Petite speakers. And, I bought the speakers used for about $600 US. It's my bedroom system and it sounds quite nicely.
I don't use a tuner, however.
Please note: I was not "thrilled" with the sound at first. But then I damaged the creek and had to have it repaired. The repair person (authorized by creek, or Music Hall) found that the bias(?) was set incorrectly at the factory. He corrected it and now it sounds much better. I don't know if this was a widespread problem. My guess it was just my luck!!!!
I don't use a tuner, however.
Please note: I was not "thrilled" with the sound at first. But then I damaged the creek and had to have it repaired. The repair person (authorized by creek, or Music Hall) found that the bias(?) was set incorrectly at the factory. He corrected it and now it sounds much better. I don't know if this was a widespread problem. My guess it was just my luck!!!!