I have to agree with both the above posts..!
they both have what would be considerd the better versions of the LCD and CRT world.....
Cheaper alternative to a NEC/MITSU diamond would be a viewsonice P95fp i think that's the version..anywaw get the one with the aperture grille...i think...the nec and view sonic p series monitors are the only ones to have them.....and professionals say the picture quality is that much better for it...!
and if you're going the LCD way.....Nothing can beat the price for value of the Dell series specially the 2001FP 2005 FP and 2405 FP..'s
good luck...glad you got a reason to upgrade...my damn monitor just wont bust...!