I have the PrimaLuna Dialogue HP Premium Integrated and I think it is wonderful. I started with the EL34 tubes and move to the KT150. You can find these PL Integrateds used for about $3k.
In this price range you have lots of options as others have pointed out. Happy experimentation and listening.
In this price range you have lots of options as others have pointed out. Happy experimentation and listening.