Stanton has been making history in the turntablist world with our industry standard setting cartridges for 59 years. Beginning with the release of the first ever microgroove phono cartridge in 1948 under the Pickering name (yep, that's us too), we have pioneered more stylus and cartridge technology than any other manufacturer to date. After over a half century of focus and tweaking, we bring you the finest line of Stanton cartridge models ever made. Infused with all of Stanton's world famous patents and groundbreaking technology, then designed with our edgy DJ style, you've got to get your hands on these needles to experience this level of quality.