The Turntable Is Alive And Well: Sony Unveils Direct-Drive PS-HX500 To Battle Panasonic’s Technics SL-1200 Sony and Panasonic are championing the rise of vinyl in the modern age. Both companies took to CES 2016 to showcase their newest turntable, and while there has been no word yet on pricing, we're guessing the devices won't come cheap. by Vamien McKalin