There are several interesting transformers on the Joyful Japan site on eBay. Search Transformers on the home audio section. The Denon at around $1K looks good, I have been considering it myself. Bob at BobsDevices will make you anything you want, his look good. His standard ones start at about $400. He has some made with classic transformers for about $2500. I am also looking at the Pro-Ject Tube Box 11 SE, which recently outperformed some much more expensive units, but it probably follows below your target area. For all out best the Audio Note probably leads, it is quite expensive. Sorry, no user info. I am looking for one myself and thought I would share what I have seen so far.
