Is it possible to buy a decent tube amplifier in the $2000-3000 range?

Wow, a PV11... I had one of those and loved it. 

Try a PrimaLuna.... very nice, I own one now.  Had a pair of VTLs... best amps I ever owned (well I had a solid state Bryston 4B onces... wish I never sold that).

Peace
Bruce in Philly