I had a Benz Wood SL which I did quite enjoy until the diamond tip fell off.
In sensible fashion instead of repairing it I bought a factory refurbed Ortofon Jubilee direct from Ortofon. I have had it for a couple of years and absolutely love it.
As you have a Glider which is pretty decent something along the Cadenza range should be a step up although the Jubilee has a nice shibata tip!
Thorens TD550, Ortofon 12", Ortofon Jubilee or Koetsu Black; Rothwell MCL SUT, VTL 2.5 pre, XTC POW 1 power; Naim CD5x; KEF Reference 3.2's; Van den Hul interconnects and speaker cables.