I went for the Auria EQ276W 27" 2560x1440 LED IPS monitor from Microcenter for ~$399.99:
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www.pcper.com/reviews/Di ··· l-AffairThis is not exactly the same cheap Korean models off of eBay. Its a multi input model (DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort, audio mini jack) with HDCP support. It also comes with a warranty without the need of shipping the unit back to Korea (like the eBay deals) and Microcenter has a fairly good return policy.
Also, as I understand it, Microcenter will ship the Auria EQ276W 27" monitor so you don't necessarily have to have a store near you.
I like the unit I bought for my Wife so much I would like to buy another. IMO this is such a high quality production for less then half that of an Apple Cinema display.