Linn Axis, Akito

You can try new phono stage or cart before upgrading the Linn. Right now u have a great classic TT with a great arm.

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Your Linn Axis/Akito if well maintained (caps, motor, belt in good condition) is better than a new $1000 TT. It would not be a step forward.
I own a mint Axis and have been auditioning new TTs in the $1500 range and am keeping the Axis. It has that great Linn house sound.
Back in the 1980s, Linn built this affordable TT and it rivaled the LP12.

I used to have that table...it's pretty good...it can be beat...but I doubt for $1000 new...I'd get a new belt....a better cartridge and phono cable and enjoy a great table.

You can go backwards...

I use a vintage but mint Basik/Akito/Sumiko Pearl rig with a Jelco/Mogami DIN cable...this setup sounds so damn good I have no current desire to upgrade, although the Rega RP6 might sneak in there someday if I can get over the lack of VTA adjustment in Regas. So there.