Maybe I'm missing something, but I really don't understand why many will try to steer you toward an integrated unless you're talking about spending thousands of dollars.
Since you're running a REL you don't need a sub out. ZD is also right about amps. You can't just go by the ratings. I'll just about guarantee you that any good 75wpc amp with a good power supply will drive your speakers better than that receiver did.
If I was starting out and had 1500 to spend, I'd be looking at something like a McCormack DNA 1 or .5, both of which I've seen here for under 1k and spend the rest on a preamp. I just picked up a Marsh P2000 for 400 here on agon.
Since you're running a REL you don't need a sub out. ZD is also right about amps. You can't just go by the ratings. I'll just about guarantee you that any good 75wpc amp with a good power supply will drive your speakers better than that receiver did.
If I was starting out and had 1500 to spend, I'd be looking at something like a McCormack DNA 1 or .5, both of which I've seen here for under 1k and spend the rest on a preamp. I just picked up a Marsh P2000 for 400 here on agon.