Best Phono solid state under 2K?

I never read a bad review of the Grado PH-1 ($500). I have one with a tube preamp and a low output MM (0.5mV) and love the sound. Crisp and airy highs, thumpy tight bass, high headroom doesn't distort when stressed.

Pre-owned Pass Xono.

PS
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I've been pretty hapy with the PS Audio. It has great fleibility for gain adjustment.

JLTi would be the top of my list. Otherwise, a number of quality units may be available used, that all depends on timing and pricing (I know, not much help there). It will depend on what you can find.