My list
1.Turntable + setup
2.Arm + arm/turntable compatibility + setup
3.Stand + setup
4.Phonostage
5.Cartridge + cartridge/arm/phonostage compatibility + setup
6.Phonocable
Dynavector Karat,Linn Klyde or VdH MC1 are all the real high-end system needs if pp.1-4,amplification,speakers,cables and acoustics are up to the task.
1.Turntable + setup
2.Arm + arm/turntable compatibility + setup
3.Stand + setup
4.Phonostage
5.Cartridge + cartridge/arm/phonostage compatibility + setup
6.Phonocable
Dynavector Karat,Linn Klyde or VdH MC1 are all the real high-end system needs if pp.1-4,amplification,speakers,cables and acoustics are up to the task.