I could use some direction:
I need a system that only needs to deliver stereo sound (2 channel) but I would like it to deliver it into my main room and my kitchen, i.e, through two separate pairs of speakers, simultaneously, through a single audio source. The main room has two 6ohm, Era Design 5, Bookshelf speakers (I think they have been rebranded as a Peachtree stuff) and then a generic set of (6ohm) speakers in the kitchen. And...if the system had Airplay connectivity that would be great...because the source of my music is purely Itunes and Spotify. The rooms I am trying to power are both less than 200 square feet, so tons of power is not necessary. I would appreciate a recommendation or a better place to post the question...My budget is $300-$1000. I'm open to receivers, integrated amps, separates within that budget, with simplicity and longevity being a really important factor. Thanks so much in advance for some advice.
History:
I fried my Arcam Diva 65a, once I added the second set of speakers on the "B posts" and playing both sets simultaneoulsy. The repair shop said it wasn't worth fixing.
I fried a 20 yr old used Yamaha I found at a garage sale, post Arcam death.
I am currently frying the Pioneer VSX-822 my girlfriend picked up at BestBuy by connecting both pairs of speakers to the "Front" posts...because every other channel sounds lame.
What am I doing wrong? Thanks so much for advice.