MP3 Player Questions

ChiefsfaninPA · 06-23-2006, 08:21 AM

I am in the market for a MP3 player. I know a lot about IPODs but I am interested in any alternative players that are out there that are either better than an IPOD or are a better value. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated.

KCTitus · 06-23-2006, 09:28 AM

I have a Creative Zen 1GB Mp3 player...plenty of room for the music I like. I dont use it in conjunction with anything like iTunes or whatever, I have copied my CD's to Mp3 on my computer and then loaded them onto the player.

It's small and uses AAA battery. I will say battery life seems kind of short--I typically use it about 4 hours per week and sometimes on the weekend and can get about 3 weeks out of one battery.

ChiefsfaninPA · 06-23-2006, 10:19 AM

I would also like some info on some of the players that also do video.

jspchief · 06-23-2006, 10:43 AM

I suggest really examining the features. One reason the Ipod is still so popular is because it has so many features, and is so user friendly. If it weren't for Itunes, I think Ipod would dominate the market even more than it already does.

Back when I was buying, I came across some good message boards. I've long since cleared themfrom my bookmark, but I'm sure a google search will find you a few. They were a good resource for hearing the gripes about various players.

ChiefsfaninPA · 06-23-2006, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by jspchief

I suggest really examining the features. One reason the Ipod is still so popular is because it has so many features, and is so user friendly. If it weren't for Itunes, I think Ipod would dominate the market even more than it already does.

Back when I was buying, I came across some good message boards. I've long since cleared themfrom my bookmark, but I'm sure a google search will find you a few. They were a good resource for hearing the gripes about various players.

I have been doing a lot of research and I have almost come to the conclusion that the IPOD will be my best bet. I already use iTunes so it seems like a natural choice.

Gaz · 06-23-2006, 12:04 PM

I have a couple of iRiver players.

Great sound, line-in recording/encoding, FM receiver [with recording capability], voice recorder. Uses a single AA battery. UMS. I can load and unload it through WinAmp.

I would consider one of the iPod Nanos, because the Apple wheel is very nice and I prefer flash memory [as opposed to a hard drive], but I really do not want to deal with iTunes.

I had a Creative Labs Nomad IIc for a long time and was quite content with it. But that is older tech [USB 1.0, no drag & drop, SmartMedia expansion, so forth].

xoxo~
Gaz
Jamming on the go.

ck_IN · 06-23-2006, 12:17 PM

I don't know if it's too late but I'm listening right now to a 6g Creative Zen player that my wife got me for Xmas.

It's a rechargeable that hooks via usb cable to my PC. The same cable is used to transfer tunes. The sound quality is fantastic. The supplied software lets me rip my fav CD's. I also use bit torrent and limewire to steal, err, obtain my favourite songs. I haven't tested the battery life but I listen to it at work and usually get through at least half of the week on a full charge.

I've never used Itunes but I've never found anything that wouldn't play on my Creative. And pricewise the Ipod seems way overpriced compared to this model.

Ebolapox · 06-23-2006, 01:45 PM

I'm with chuck on this one--apple's ipod is overpriced cause it's trendy--I don't give a sh*t about what's trendy, therefore I have ten times the mp3 player I could've gotten for double the money (creative zen micro 5gig)--zero problems thus far

ChiefsfaninPA · 06-23-2006, 05:42 PM

Why are some of you guys opposed to using iTunes. I use it and have no problems. Is there something I am not aware of, or is it just preference. What other programs are there to use?

SLAG · 06-23-2006, 05:52 PM

Interesting thread...

with my free $20 i spent $24 of my own money and Picked up this 1gb MP4 Player..

Current Auction:
http://cgi.ebay.com/1GB-BLUE-MP4-PLA...QQcmdZViewItem

My Auction Sold for $44 total

His feedback looked solid and i figure it might be interesting.... sounds what you are looking for

ChiefsfaninPA · 06-23-2006, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SLAG02

Interesting thread...

with my free $20 i spent $24 of my own money and Picked up this 1gb MP4 Player..

Current Auction:
http://cgi.ebay.com/1GB-BLUE-MP4-PLA...QQcmdZViewItem

My Auction Sold for $44 total

His feedback looked solid and i figure it might be interesting.... sounds what you are looking for

Thanks for the link. Did you already get one or you won a earlier bid of his?

SLAG · 06-23-2006, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChiefsfaninPA

Thanks for the link. Did you already get one or you won a earlier bid of his?

I won an Earlier bid on his... Just paid 5 Min. Ago.

Feedback was good

Miles · 06-23-2006, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsfaninPA

Why are some of you guys opposed to using iTunes. I use it and have no problems. Is there something I am not aware of, or is it just preference. What other programs are there to use?

Mostly preference. I still think it is by far the best music software.

I bought a Creative Zen Micro last summer and it has been great. The only drawback is that I can't use iTunes to transfer music or make playlists. If I had it to do over again I would be tempted to go with an Ipod.

unlurking · 06-23-2006, 06:43 PM

http://www.archos.com/?country=global&lang=en

A friend has the archos DVR (older model with a base OS of LinuxARM), the thing is absolutely incredible. Was going to get one myself, but they switched over to Windows Mobile and I don't know anyone who has tried the newest versions yet.

Braincase · 06-26-2006, 09:30 PM

I've been in the market, too, but at a recent conference I won a SanDisk Sansa E250 Media device w/ 2 GB RAM. Battery is rated at 20 hours and is field replaceable.

Holds audio/video/pics, and has an FM function and can record off of radio. Cool stuff. They have models that can hold up to 6 GB, and this one takes microSD cards as well.

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06-23-2006, 09:28 AM	#2
KCTitus Archivist Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: The Ethernet Casino cash: $9892732	I have a Creative Zen 1GB Mp3 player...plenty of room for the music I like. I dont use it in conjunction with anything like iTunes or whatever, I have copied my CD's to Mp3 on my computer and then loaded them onto the player. It's small and uses AAA battery. I will say battery life seems kind of short--I typically use it about 4 hours per week and sometimes on the weekend and can get about 3 weeks out of one battery. __________________ Anything you post on this BB can and will be used against you...
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06-23-2006, 10:43 AM	#4
jspchief BAMF Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Your Face Casino cash: $9998710	I suggest really examining the features. One reason the Ipod is still so popular is because it has so many features, and is so user friendly. If it weren't for Itunes, I think Ipod would dominate the market even more than it already does. Back when I was buying, I came across some good message boards. I've long since cleared themfrom my bookmark, but I'm sure a google search will find you a few. They were a good resource for hearing the gripes about various players. __________________ Courage is not the absence of fear but rather the judgment that something is more important than fear. The brave may not live forever but the cautious do not live at all.
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Gaz Defense Homer Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rancho Gaz Casino cash: $10010793	iRiver... I have a couple of iRiver players. Great sound, line-in recording/encoding, FM receiver [with recording capability], voice recorder. Uses a single AA battery. UMS. I can load and unload it through WinAmp. I would consider one of the iPod Nanos, because the Apple wheel is very nice and I prefer flash memory [as opposed to a hard drive], but I really do not want to deal with iTunes. I had a Creative Labs Nomad IIc for a long time and was quite content with it. But that is older tech [USB 1.0, no drag & drop, SmartMedia expansion, so forth]. xoxo~ Gaz Jamming on the go.
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06-23-2006, 12:17 PM	#7
ck_IN Feels so good. Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10004900	I don't know if it's too late but I'm listening right now to a 6g Creative Zen player that my wife got me for Xmas. It's a rechargeable that hooks via usb cable to my PC. The same cable is used to transfer tunes. The sound quality is fantastic. The supplied software lets me rip my fav CD's. I also use bit torrent and limewire to steal, err, obtain my favourite songs. I haven't tested the battery life but I listen to it at work and usually get through at least half of the week on a full charge. I've never used Itunes but I've never found anything that wouldn't play on my Creative. And pricewise the Ipod seems way overpriced compared to this model. __________________ As sweet as Tupelo Honey
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06-23-2006, 01:45 PM	#8
Ebolapox remember, remember Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: como Casino cash: $1509903	I'm with chuck on this one--apple's ipod is overpriced cause it's trendy--I don't give a sh*t about what's trendy, therefore I have ten times the mp3 player I could've gotten for double the money (creative zen micro 5gig)--zero problems thus far
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06-23-2006, 05:42 PM	#9
ChiefsfaninPA "F_ck Family Fun Night" Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: York, PA Casino cash: $10005025	Why are some of you guys opposed to using iTunes. I use it and have no problems. Is there something I am not aware of, or is it just preference. What other programs are there to use?
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SLAG Superbowl MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: OOOOOOOOOOOOOLATHE Casino cash: $9910252	Interesting thread... with my free $20 i spent $24 of my own money and Picked up this 1gb MP4 Player.. Current Auction: http://cgi.ebay.com/1GB-BLUE-MP4-PLA...QQcmdZViewItem My Auction Sold for $44 total His feedback looked solid and i figure it might be interesting.... sounds what you are looking for __________________ Ad astra per aspera
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06-23-2006, 06:43 PM	#14
unlurking MVP Join Date: Aug 2003 Casino cash: $7737309	http://www.archos.com/?country=global&lang=en A friend has the archos DVR (older model with a base OS of LinuxARM), the thing is absolutely incredible. Was going to get one myself, but they switched over to Windows Mobile and I don't know anyone who has tried the newest versions yet.
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06-26-2006, 09:30 PM	#15
Braincase Banned Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Pond> Me <Barn Casino cash: $11298284	I've been in the market, too, but at a recent conference I won a SanDisk Sansa E250 Media device w/ 2 GB RAM. Battery is rated at 20 hours and is field replaceable. Holds audio/video/pics, and has an FM function and can record off of radio. Cool stuff. They have models that can hold up to 6 GB, and this one takes microSD cards as well. __________________ BrainCase
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