The Blue Circle 200 series are great hybrid amps. The BC202 would fit in your price range. I personally own the BC206 and BC208. The designer, Gilbert Yeung, is easy to work with and will customize the units to your preferences including their costmetics.
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http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/bluecircle_bc202.htm
http://www.bluecircle.com/index.php?page_id=2912