I can't recommend the Cary 303 highly enough. My experience with it (and having auditioned many, many a fine cdp) was wonderful. One of the best purchases I have made. Used price (pre 2000 model) is around $1,700. Fantastic with classical (both chamber and orchestral), jazz and pop/rock. Added bonus, it does play HDCDs, and a noticeable difference.
Good luck.
Good luck.