MoFi-Gate: Settled to pay $25 million sanction...if you take action!

The audiophile analog world was under shock when we learned that most recent AAA vinyl releases by Mobile Fidelity were sourced from DSD and not from the original analog master tapes as claimed.
An Class Action was filed against MoFi and Music Direct and finally the settlement reached approval from a federal court in the US establishing a compensation of over $25 million dollars to over 40,000 customers...are things really this way? Not really! It all depends from you. Discover all the details in this video!

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[anadialog]

In order to proof ownership, in the settlement paper (pdf attached in the video description) it says that you must send a picture or photocopy of the serial number of each record.

[ivanroman]

Thanks, very informative, I have quite a bunch in the list and should still consider what to do. However, having purchased in Europe via official online retailers, it is totally outrageous we are not covered in the same way.

[wsgray]

Thanks for the report. I have a number of MOFI lps. I would be curious to know if there is a list available indicating which had the DSD step, and which didn't. I have no intention of seeking refunds, I would just like to know..

[hanschristeler]

What makes me laugh out loud is that all of us audiophiles didn’t even know the difference. 😂. I’m happy with every single purchase I’ve ever made from them.

[dennisryan]

This is a typical American settlement against a company that clearly committed fraud ! The lawyers make out, MOFI makes money and the consumer is screwed ! Where is the punishment for MOFI?

[joselabastida]

Bambino, I don't know your name but I've been watching your videos since the pandemic started. They're interesting and a lot of them are educational, thank you for sharing the info about the Mofi debacle and keep it up with your great videos. Saluti!

[usquebaugh]

Great video! Thanks for breaking it down. In any case, I'm in Canada so not included in this lawsuit. I only splurged on one MoFi a few years back, and that was for Miles Davis - Kind of Blue 2 x 45 rpm in the soft touch box (and to be honest, I prefer the traditional 2 LP jackets that ex: Acoustic Sounds stick to) thinking I was getting an analog sourced recording. The feeling of being duped at a premium cost REALLY pisses me off; thankfully it was only the one. I can't imagine how it is for people that have a few dozen or more from that list. In any case #2, I will make it simple. MoFi will never get another penny out of me. I vehemently reject all forms of hucksterism. In 2023, thankfully there are so many other existing and emerging sources (the OJCs being the latest) competing for hard earned dollars. NoFi to MoFi.

[ezzzraabarro]

I just received a letter in the mail. There is still an ongoing lawsuit Stephen J. Tuttle V. Audiophile Music Direct. Class Action Settlement. LOL. Again, terrible shady company. I worked there for 5 years. The owner purposely keeps the low numbers #001 to #099 for himself to resell at later date on the market at jacked up prices. One of many shady practices.

[johnnytoobad]

5% cash back sucks. The 10% credit should be more like 20%. Glad I haven't purchased ANY MoFi stuff in the past few years.

[ridirefain]

Too many hoops, rather than being forced to offer fair compensation here. It is more about protecting Mo-Fi from getting defrauded into paying a credit to those that do not deserve one.

[jn]

25 Mil just ain't enough! those guys should be barred from staying in the recording business.

[マロまる]

The most devastating for MoFi would be sales in the future. Who can believe them anymore? Buy from other sources and be happy!

[zrx]

What protective cover do you have on your Luxman Remote. Already dropped mine and it broke.
I’m in 🇨🇦 Thanks

[keithlevkoff]

I'm sorry... but I think this is silly.
I agree that people shouldn't lie.
However, what counts is how the record SOUNDS, and none of this other stuff really matters.
(Did your record magically start sounding worse the minute you found out it was mastered from a digital file?)

[johnnytheg]

Great video. I have a title that qualifies for a refund and I have the original receipt. I was looking in that pdf, but can't figure out how to submit a claim. Maybe that information hasn't been released yet?

[victorlgcarvalho]

I own some MoFI records, and I'm very happy with them. I also own a few non-MoFi records that are "audiophile" versions (Namely Supertramp and Alan Parsons') that are very proud to show they were digitally mastered.

So, no fuzz, no big deal.

[MrFryfish]

I will be more than happy to buy their copies as long these are as close to the original re ord as possible and SACD hibrid.
I can feel the painstake some "audiophiles" goes through.. but these is only BECAUSE OF LACK of TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE... in audio systems..

[surfer]

I bought a lot of MoFi from Music Direct, etc that shows in account sales history....I wonder ?

[williamsmollett]

So is the 1st option (full refund) mean that you have to return your records to mofi? Re option 2 - Doubt the 5% cashback represents the loss in value of the records following the scandal....

[beosliege]

Thanks for letting us know! I've got my records and receipts ready to go here. Please keep us informed when the next step in this process is announced. I guess the lawsuit is only under US law, hence why it's N/A elsewhere. Perhaps other class actions will occur in other countries.

Don't get me wrong, they are great sounding records, but I was definitely under the impression that I was buying a AAA release, and it's disheartening to see they are not.

Whether you enjoy analog recordings for the sound they offer, or, even just for the "craft" of the process that is involved in keeping it all-analog, it is a worthwhile hobby and I am glad to see we will hold companies at least somewhat accountable for dubious marketing.