Which amplifier/receiver for multimedia Stereo system for total beginner?

[JonRdgZ]

I have the possibility to get an A-S301 for a bit more than 100€ (from 2017, I can see it before though, but no idea what to look out for), a Marantz NR 1200 for around 250€ (can't see it before), Denon AVRX1400H for 200€ (can't see it before) or a slightly scratched up A-S501 for 200€. Any offer that strikes you guys as good? All well below my budget, the Marantz and Denon would have everything I need in terms of connectivity, the others I can get an additional streamer.

 

[l_lama]

Denon will have Audyssey XT room correction. If you consider adding subwoofer later, this could be an advantage.

Denon and Marantz are should both support HDMI CEC, so you can manage power and volume using TV remote.

I like Yamaha's look, but there are no 12V trigger, so you have to power them on manually every time. Also, check the manual if there are something like 'Main IN'
By default, amplifier expects line-level signal and volume is managed by built-in pre-amplifier stage, so you have to use Yamaha's remote or volume know to change volume.
If you'd like to change volume from your streamer app of via Spotify Connect, external streamer should be configured to manage volume (should have variable output mode) and integrated amplifier should be feed through 'Main IN' which bypass pre-amplifier stage and turn the rig into pure power amplifier.

 

[Chrispy]

I have the possibility to get an A-S301 for a bit more than 100€ (from 2017, I can see it before though, but no idea what to look out for), a Marantz NR 1200 for around 250€ (can't see it before), Denon AVRX1400H for 200€ (can't see it before) or a slightly scratched up A-S501 for 200€. Any offer that strikes you guys as good? All well below my budget, the Marantz and Denon would have everything I need in terms of connectivity, the others I can get an additional streamer.

FWIW in looking at the Marantz NR1200 details, for subs it only provides a low pass filter, no high pass for speakers (but does offer various low pass points as well as level/delay adjustments, but no Audyssey like most Marantz units have. Each of the Yamaha units only provide a sub pre-out with a fixed attenuation of 90hz.