DVD Player between 1K-2K

My next upgrade is going to be my DVD player. My needs are HDMI out on the player. The best 2 channel playback possible,and the best video quality possible. My budget will be at least 1K possibly up to 2K. I'm open to possibly modding it in the event the total cost falls into the stated budget. Some initial ideas are a modded Denon 2910 or a stock 3910. I want the most bang for my buck-so I'm very open to used gear. Any suggestions????