A classic audio brand returns with a very modern take on a scratch turntable. Greg Scarth finds out why this portable deck should be taken seriously.
Founded in 1946 in New Jersey, Stanton is one of the oldest audio brands around, best known for turntables and cartridges, with the iconic 500-series cartridges arguably being the most popular of all. The Stanton name has been quiet in recent years, with a few takeovers and changes behind the scenes. The new Stanton STX marks the return of the brand, and it’s a much more adventurous release than you might…