how much should I spend to get a better turntable than my current turntable?

Oh, why didn’t you say so?!

Seriously, Craigslist and/or USAudiomart stipulating local pick up only or meet them within a certain radius. See if you can find a comparable one on hifishark for an idea of its value. Vintage Marantz ought to sell pretty quickly, depending on what model it is.

If you decide to sell the Fluance, I’ll give you $5 for it...😁

With that cartridge, that’s a good deal!

I just picked up a Dual 1264 that literally looks brand new for a hundred bucks. The dust cover doesn't even have a scratch on it. No kidding, brand new. Sounds wonderful.

I know this doesn't help you, I just wanted to brag. Nyah!

Yard sale?

Ok. So, if my calculations are correct (I’ve been working on them for the last half hour), if you paid more than a dollar for your Marantz, you did in fact-going out on a limb here-make more than $5.

Well then - Yahtzee!

I invite any fellow members with a mathematics background to check my numbers for accuracy.

Just playing on the previous $5 shtick. I meant no harm. Think it's terrific you made a nice profit on the Marantz. I wish you good fortune with your new turntable.

Did you get more than $5?

I just thought they were closeups of a white plinth...