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I don't have a problem with iTunes. It's annoying as hell when to switch computers with, but other than that, I can easily rip 320kb/s AAC files and sync them without too much effort. I would probably think differently if I had anything with DRM, but there's a reason I don't buy anything from the iTunes store.
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I'm very happy with my good old 512M mp3 player. Bought it for 19euros, great sound, minimal.
I store a few albums that I listen to intensively, then switch. I hate having too much choice... I usually put in album for every mood.
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Points: 19643 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: December 10 2009 at 07:25
Originally posted by Henry Plainview Henry Plainview wrote:

I don't have a problem with iTunes. It's annoying as hell when to switch computers with, but other than that, I can easily rip 320kb/s AAC files and sync them without too much effort. I would probably think differently if I had anything with DRM, but there's a reason I don't buy anything from the iTunes store.


You can get free software nowadays (although it isn't Apple software) which lets you rip music off your iPod. Although you can only do 10 tracks as a time unless you want to pay for the premium edition.

I like iTunes, but as Henry said, I don't use the store.
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I had to reverse populate iTunes after a crash and there was a program that will do it all of it. $20.

DRMs stink, having a dedicated instance of iTunes for each iPod stinks (I'm on my 2nd and we now have 3 more in the household, all which I have to manage...these kids. Angry) 3 different computers running different libraries because for some reason everyone wants their own library.
 
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The only issue I ever had with my 1st iPod (2nd gen nano, I think) was that I used it some much that the battery crapped out, and would only hold about an hour of charge by the end. It still worked fine in the dock, but couldn't use it on trips. I have a 120GB classic and have had no problems with it. Still haven't ripped all my CDs yet, 30 GB used up so far.
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Points: 22989 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: December 10 2009 at 08:52
Originally posted by mono mono wrote:

I'm very happy with my good old 512M mp3 player. Bought it for 19euros, great sound, minimal.


That's exactly what I have, too LOL
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Originally posted by progkidjoel progkidjoel wrote:



@The Pessimist
Have you ever used it whilst running? I've read that it nearly halfs the lifespan, which is my main worry about buying one.


I'm a musician, and I drive, I don't need to run So no. Although I imagine that is just an urban myth maybe? I suppose it depends on how jolty your running is
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Running is a definite problem with the larger iPods, since they have hard drives that can be damaged by any movement, although I assume they're more shock protected than a computer hard drive. If you get one of the smaller ones that has flash memory then that's not a problem, but the largest iPod Nano is 16GB.
Originally posted by progkidjoel progkidjoel wrote:

Originally posted by Henry Plainview Henry Plainview wrote:

I don't have a problem with iTunes. It's annoying as hell when to switch computers with, but other than that, I can easily rip 320kb/s AAC files and sync them without too much effort. I would probably think differently if I had anything with DRM, but there's a reason I don't buy anything from the iTunes store.


You can get free software nowadays (although it isn't Apple software) which lets you rip music off your iPod. Although you can only do 10 tracks as a time unless you want to pay for the premium edition.

What? You're using ripoff software for computer idiots. I thought you could even use Windows Explorer to copy them, but I may be wrong about that. The only problem with Sharepod is that it seems to have difficulty retaining some of the ID3 tags.


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If I had only one advice : Sennheiser PX100.



It is cheap and is of EXCELLENT quality. I mean, no need for a price/quality rate, it's just awesome AND moreover cheap. This model is even very good for listening to music quietly at home.
May I precise that while not being an audiophile I'm very exigent regarding sound quality.
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Points: 19643 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: December 10 2009 at 22:44
http://www.avguide.com/headphone-buyers-guide

Thought you guys might find this interesting - Fantastic catalogue if you're shopping for new headphones, as I am...

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