You can upgrade LP12 with carbon parts. Wilson sounds a little dry, and the upgraded Linn is a little warmer. Can't comment on the arm though. However, the carbon graphite LP12 will cost half of Wilson, since there are plenty of used LP12 around. More info: http://busybusy.homepage.com/lp12.html
Wilson-Benesch Analog
Has anyone heard the WB act2 turntable act2 tonearm and carbon 1 cartridge or any other combos. I've read european reviews but nothing in the US