I got this about 8 months ago, and it's absolutely amazing.
http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/prodde...00&catid=26554
Yes, it's about double your specified price range. Yes, it's worth it.
Here's something of comparable quality but a little smaller, for $1,700.
http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/prodde...82&catid=24558
1080p with a 120Hz or higher refresh rate looks super sharp when gaming.