Right. If you aren't looking to maximize the sound you can get from your speakers, then really you can go with any amp that is aesthetically pleasing.

NO. Although AE is a great grand, with this amp, you're paying for the name. It's only 22W per channel RMS.. Your speakers can handle more than triple that.

I would go with this amp, it puts a little more power for those things: http://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-APA150-150-Watts-Amplifier/dp/B000VKXLBO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1379468370&sr=8-3&keywords=dayton+amp   Then, you need wire to complete this signal path:   Computer -> Amp (via...

  I'm in the same situation..

    I just got mine late August 2013 and I have no problems. Great near-field listening for this guy.

Have you looked into Dayton Audio bookshelf speakers?  

So, I had done about a week's worth of research to find myself a new 2.1 system under $250. I ended up getting these: http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?partnumber=300-629 http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?partnumber=300-652...

I'm trying to put together my own system. I have a budget < $300. I want crisp vocals but I want my bass as well.   Here's what I've been thinking: Subwoofer      http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882115129 Shelf Speakers       ...

Long story short: I love my music. Listen to everything from country to classical and hip-hop to R&B.   Want: Something that has full chest thumping bass at high volumes/ full and noticeable at low volumes, crisp highs and warming mids at all volumes.   Budget: ~$300 (+ or - 50)...