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Which TT will take me to the next level

I got back into Vinyl about a year ago with a good Denon DP-500M TT and DL-160 Cartridge. I'm all set with the Preamp and Amp combo. What TT/tonearm/cartridge would bring me to the next level of all around sonic improvements. I realize I might have to spend $1500 dollars or more. A used combo would be fine instead of buying new. My ears are open to suggestions. Thanks

My system...
Denon DP-500M TT/DL-160 cartridge
Pass Labs XONO phono preamp
Pass LabsX150.5 Amp
Audes Blues Speakers
Analysis Plus cables
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ziggy333a OP
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Just wanted to say thanks for ALL OF YOUR SUGGESTIONS. Thats why I love this site. With that said, can a $1000 to $2000 TT/arm combo alone really make that much of a difference in overall sound compared to the Denon. I can see a more expensive cartridge getting deep in the grooves and bring out details a cheaper cartridge couldn't do. I'm guess I'm just new to high-end players. When I posted the original question some of you said keep the Denon TT/arm and just add better cart. and other tweaks. Obviously that would save me$$$.
I'm going to do more research on all your thoughts.
Thanks ziggy
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