I have seen BAT VK-3is with phono for a little more than your budget. Nice sounding line stage, but the phono card is only average. There is a JJ Electronics 243 preamp for sale on the Gon right now. Asking $1300.00 I think. This is a great sleeper of a preamp, excellent all tube phono stage, but alas no remote.
Your bill is tough to fill at 1K.
Oz
Your bill is tough to fill at 1K.
Oz