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New amp for streaming

Bought a wonderful pair of Fluance reference speakers for downstairs, which are currently hooked up to an old NAD T761. I use this setup for occasional downstairs music and to power speakers on the deck. I will mostly just be streaming from my phone/computer, currently being done by a bluetooth adapter. 

Looking for an integrated with a/b speaker outputs, at least 80 watts/channel, and possibly a better way to stream audio. I'd rather buy the best bang for the buck. The 'real' system is upstairs(Hegel 360/Golden Ear Triton 2's). 

I was considering another NAD (368 or 388, maybe Blueos), CA CXA81, or Music Fidelity 5si if I can find one. Open to other suggestions or opinions, and have no issues with used items. 
babysnakes
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fuzztone
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Streaming amp? Just build a RasPi with an amp that works for you, whether SQ, features or both..
Or resign yourself to a Power mode.
There are dozens of programs and services to "stream". Most other combo amps only do a small handful. Since you never expressed your wishes, no recommendations are possible.
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imhififan
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I use this setup for occasional downstairs music and to power speakers on the deck. I will mostly just be streaming from my phone/computer ... Looking for an integrated with a/b speaker outputs, at least 80 watts/channel, and possibly a better way to stream audio. I’d rather buy the best bang for the buck.
There’s a Denon AVR-X4000 at Audiogon listed for $280, you can use zone 2 to power the deck speakers, and the Audyssey room calibration is a plus if your downstairs room is not acoustic treated.
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Thanks for the replies. 

I guess there are many ways to skin a cat. 
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