Noob - Needs advice

[Dally88]

Hello friends, I've come across an older model stereo system I would like to integrate into my (beginners) set-up. My main concern is the amp and want your input. The amp is a Sony model TA-AV531. (AC 120V 60Hz 250W) - is this an amplifier I'm going to like or one I'll want to replace in two months. Its coming with a disc changer and tuner (neither of which i care about) and a set of speakers. The speakers are 30/60w. Is this a set-up worth dropping a couple hundred bucks on or should I pass?

[Stratmangler]

Give it a wide berth.
It makes a noise, but it's not HiFi.

[Dally88]

What should I be looking for, Chris?

[walpurgis]

Look for an older dedicated stereo amp from maybe Denon or NAD for around $100 and you'll probably be happy enough. Big power outputs do not necessarily equal good sound quality. For stereo, avoid anything that hints at AV.

[Macca]

That amp is worth about thirty dollars tops. The tuner is worthless and the CD autochanger maybe $20 on a good day. In terms of sound quality you are not going to gain anything with that amp.