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Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
Given that I recently learned how to download music, I've decided to treat myself to an MP3 player. I already have a old, but still competent, home stereo system (i.e. Onkyo receiver, Techniques 5-disc changer, equalizer, 80 Watt speakers), so the MP3 player would most be mostly for when I take walks.
In choosing a player for me, the following are fairly salient issues/wants: --FM receiver --Compatibility with Realplayer10 --Ease of use --Some type of display for song titles --Price range of approx. $100 (+/- $25) --Main storage for music will remain on desktop hard drive --Durability At this point, I am considering one of the IRiver 256mb/512mb units. I would like to hear from anyone with any IRiver experience, or with any recommendations for any other brands. |
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
I don't have any experience with IRiver. I mostly have Creative Labs and they have been working great. I recently picked up a small flash memory player and am using that for walks and such. 1 GB of memory with built in FM. Very easy to use.
Here's a link to the description on Amazon: Creative Zen Nano Plus 1 GB MP |
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
i've been using this one. hardly no static and it rarely skips.
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
Hey Chess.
I got my brother in law an IRiver for his birthday and he loves it. I have a Dell DJ and really like it, but it doesn't have an FM receiver and I'm not sure about the RealPlayer compatability, plus it was like $210. From what it sounds like I think the IRiver would be a good choice for you. |
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
Why not an ipod? The Nano looks pretty cool.
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
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Why not an ipod? The Nano looks pretty cool. [/ QUOTE ] No FM radio. No RealPlayer compatibility (gotta use iTunes). Not in the price range. Not durable. Pretty much the only requirement it fits is that it's an MP3 player. |
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
And the thing is tiny! I'm talking pack of chewing gum small. About the same size as the iPod Shuffle with more features.
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Re: Help me pick a portable MP3 player...
I got the Cowon iAudio U2, and have been very pleased with it. I had similar wants as you, and did ALOT of research on them, and decided on the U2. The other 2 I were contemplating, which I am sure are also good were: Creative MuVo TX and the iRiver 790.
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