My advice; rethink your commitment to only new equipment. I feel you're making a huge mistake to take your limited budget and spend it on pieces of equipment that will devalue about 40% when you walk out the door. That 40% could be applied to moving you into a higher range of equipment.
You will effectively place yourself in the decidedly lower eschelon of sound by spending $1250 or less on new components. Do a little survey, or read the threads regarding the items you want. Pursue them used, and you'll get a superior system. Don't think that you need all one brand to get a decent sound!
If you need hand holding and warranties, fine. (no disrespect here; some people want 'security' about purchases above all, or they have no time to shop).
But you wouldn't believe how much better you can do than you're planning. Go to audioreview.com and read up on the best reviewed cd players, integrated amps, etc.
I currently have a nice Rotel integrated in my office, and I've owned Rotel multichannel amps. But no way would I now spend my $ on a new Rotel piece! There's SO much more out there that's better used for the same money!
Or goodness, man, look online for Rotel B stock if nothing else!
