I'm sure there are more, but I'm only aware of one DVD/CD player that has variable volume via remote and that is the Cary DVD-6. It is $1000 minimum used.
I've personally owned several CD players with remote controlled variable volume. None of them are yet in your price range. Here is my list:
Theta Miles (balanced version)
Resolution Audio Opus 21
Quad 99 CDP
Of these, I think the Quad is the best value and it can be found for about $900-$1000 used. It also has 6 digital inputs, so you can use its excellent 24bit/192khz DAC with an inexpensive DVD player and use its integrated volume control. The Quad is the "value King" IMHO.
Enjoy,
TIC
I've personally owned several CD players with remote controlled variable volume. None of them are yet in your price range. Here is my list:
Theta Miles (balanced version)
Resolution Audio Opus 21
Quad 99 CDP
Of these, I think the Quad is the best value and it can be found for about $900-$1000 used. It also has 6 digital inputs, so you can use its excellent 24bit/192khz DAC with an inexpensive DVD player and use its integrated volume control. The Quad is the "value King" IMHO.
Enjoy,
TIC