Turntables embody the gestalt of the high end. Huge, high mass platters surrounded by finely scaled, delicately complex arms and wires reflect the juxtaposition of size, power, and dedication of brute physics with the refinement and sophistication of evolved, detailed engineering. I agree with the Oracle (with a Graham arm), a long time favorite, as well as the recent Clearaudios (with the Clearaudio straight line arm), especially the Master Reference. I would also add the von Spotheim La Luce (with her matched arm). Electronics may look good with their glow in the dark lights, but nothing beats a high end turntable with thick platter and spidery arm as a form dictated by function statement.
