Suggestions wanted: Compact " Integrated" (cd/amp/speakers) sound system....

[Khorn]

....could possibly include Am/Fm tuner but not necessary. Prime concern is sound quality over "features" and reasonable price: in the $500- $1K range.
Anyone have or exprienced one that they feel is exceptional? Has to be rather compact, for kitchen or bookshelf, not looking for full size components.

[SVL]

The little JVC systems look smart and sound rather decent for the money:

JVC micro systems (http://www.jvc.com/product.jsp?productId=PRD4400000)

Actually, these are NOT the models that I am familiar with. Their previous range looked more expensive, with natural wood finish and all;)... these new things are somewhat plasticky.

The ones I heard sounded rather nice, nothing special, but not too trebly or boomy OTOH.

[audio]

Check out the NAD L40 complete system. Comes with PSB speakers, I think.

[Upstateaudio]

You might want to checkout tivoli audio's new system. It is based on the stereo radio, subwoofer and a proprietary CD player. They all are in wood cabinets.http://www.tivoliaudio.com

[Henry Love]

Denon D-M30 System CD receiver and Mission MS 50 speakers. Listed for $449. Stereophile liked it but this info is a couple of years old so this might not be current model.