SACD search for $4k-6k

A couple days ago there was a used Marantz SA-1 for 3K
or you can usaully find an accuphase dp-75v for around 5.5k either would be a good choice for thier respective price.

You might want to audition the Esoteric DV-50. Mine is not fully broken in yet, but its performance is very impressive so far.

I'd hold out for a Tri-Vista....one is bound to pop up.

I would have let the Krell Standard burn in a little longer, prior to throwing in the towel.

Just get an SCD-1 and be done with it, and save 3-4K. (throw those into Mods if you must spend the $.) Higher-priced (but not necessarily better) players would include aforementioned Teac DV-50 or for a more exotic choice, the Luxman.
Trivista: seen it, heard it, definitely unimpressive, esp. @ the (over)price.

-Ed