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This is a current-generation item, so timing matters less than condition and completeness; there’s no obvious “old model” penalty here. At US$275, it lands a touch above the US$226 median but well below the US$481 75th percentile, so this reads as a fair, slightly firm asking price rather than a bargain or an overreach.
That makes sense for a respected MM/MC phono stage: it’s valued for clean gain, low noise, and enough flexibility to suit a lot of systems without getting fussy. If the unit is clean, fully working, and includes the original power supply and any gain/loading accessories, it’s a solid buy; at this price, those details are worth confirming, but there’s no obvious red flag if the listing is otherwise straightforward.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab traces its roots to 1958, when recording engineer Brad Miller captured field recordings of vanishing steam locomotives in Southern California, releasing the inaugural "Memories in Steam" as MF-1. This mobile recording ethos evolved into the formal founding of Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab in 1977, dedicated to audiophile vinyl reissues mastered at half-speed from original tapes using proprietary techniques and premium Japanese vinyl. The California-based company has since preserved over 600 landmark albums, from the Beatles' Abbey Road to Led Zeppelin II, earning global acclaim as a fiercely independent curator of sonic fidelity.
While renowned for its Original Master Recordings on vinyl LPs and Super Audio CDs, Mobile Fidelity has expanded into hardware through MoFi Electronics. This division crafts high-performance turntables, phono stages, and audio components designed to complement its software legacy, emphasizing cutting-edge engineering, premium materials, and timeless craftsmanship for unparalleled source accuracy.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Mobile Fidelity commands reverence among collectors and critics for its uncompromising quality and innovation. Its limited-edition releases and equipment appeal to discerning buyers seeking the purest artistic intent, blending heritage preservation with modern excellence in a niche where detail obsession defines excellence.
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