Never heard but only heard great things>>>VECTEUR D2.2. People say it is better than Levinsons etc.... you will have to see for yourself, but this is what I would get. Just stretch the budget a bit, you will not be sorry. ($1290 NEW)
Others include: Parasound CBD-2000 approx $500 used-smooth and more emotional. Meridian 500 approx $600 used-smooth more detail and more laid back than Parasound. CEC 5100 or CEC TL2X, 5100 affordable near $600 2X around $1200.