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Analog nirvana- what does it take to get there?

What tonearms are considered the best in the world?????
I just read some threads on arms I have never heard of and am curious as hell!!
I know this depends on what table and cartridge is being used, but the table, cartridge and phono preamp can be listed with the tonearm.
I am only now getting the idea that analog can get much better than what I currently own.
I hope to some day reach the higher levels of analog reproduction.
I own a blackbird and am working my way up to an hr-x with a graham 2.2 with a pass xono possibly.
Is there anything I should be informed about at this point to set me on the right path?
pedrillo

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jmcgrogan2
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It's hard to say, it really has more to do with matching your cartridge and 'table. I would consider the Schroeder Reference, Wheaton Tri-Planar VII, Graham Phantom and SME V to be amongst the best sold seperately.
If looking for a tonearm already mated with a 'table, you may want to give The Walker Proscenium Gold Signature Turntable a listen.

When I hit the lottery, this will be my hook up. A Teres 360 table and stand with multiple arm/cartridge/phono stage combinations.

Cheers,
John
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