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Doc · Guest

I recently "invested" in the Creative Zen 60 GB Vision W. I say invested because it is pricey. But, I wouldn't trade it for the world.

I listen to podcasts, demos, albums, air checks, FM radio, etc... PLUS I can convert and watch DVD movies on it. The wide screen makes it a very cool personal player.

It can also be used for data storage. This puppy seems to do it all. But, I can't wait for them to make a leather case/easel for it.

billelder · Guest

I have the SanDisk Sansa too and like it. I don't store any "music" on it. I just listen to podcasts while I'm doing yard work. If I were storing music I'd be more inclined toward the Creative Zen or iPod because the interface seems easier.

BenWils · Posted: Mon Jul 23, 2007 6:26 am Post subject:

CarynClark · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 9:43 am Post subject:

I have a Memorex MP3 player that I bought at Target about 3 years ago. I think I paid $90.

I did have issues figuring out where to buy music and upload (Music Jukebox or whatever was a real pain in the ya ya, and a rip off IMO)... until I discovered WalMart.com. I'm actually not a WalMart shopper just b/c the store is always so packed... but I really like their site for music. $.88/song usually.

Anyway, I really like it It has an FM tuner, which is a requirement of mine, even though I don't use it often. The player is small and clips to my shorts when I run (they're probably even smaller nowadays). OH, and it has a little port so I can add memory, b/c as is, it only holds about 100 or so songs, I think.

I've considered getting the little iPod for about the past year (b/c it is so small!), but keep asking myself, "Why, my mp3 player works great!" so I haven't.
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Jeffrey Kafer · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 12:29 pm Post subject:

uh oh, here comes Deebs with the naughty stick
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Bill · Guest

I've had a Creative Zen Nano for several years and am more than happy with it. Thinking of upgrading to something larger (this is 512) and that will do video. I mostly listen to podcasts, some music, and use it for backing tracks in performance.

I picked up a couple iRiver IFP's for two of my kids, haven't really done much with them other than rip some of their CD's and copy music, but they do allow for line in recording. (older models)

DaveChristi · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 12:55 pm Post subject:

SanDisk Sansa here, too. We have 2 in our house. A 2GB and a 6GB. Love 'em. I'm a Napster-To-Go subscriber and an Audible.com subscriber. I can fill up the Sansas with unlimited music for my monthly fee... and my audio books from Audible go on there too.
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CarynClark · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 1:50 pm Post subject:

Doc... I nearly pee'd my shorts reading that. Laugh

I was referring to the players nowadays.... unfortunately, my short size is the same. Gasp

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Brett Mason · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 2:49 pm Post subject:

Personally, I prefer a simpler, more elegant device...

...and the "cone" has a dual purpose...
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Lizden · Posted: Tue Jul 24, 2007 8:09 pm Post subject:

You guys are really great.
Thanks to all of you for ALL this wonderful input!
...well...at least some of you!.....Brett Rolls Eyes

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Bruce · Posted: Fri Jul 27, 2007 9:47 am Post subject:

Another vote for iPod. I have a little Nano and the interface between iTunes and the iPod couldn't be easier. I load podcasts and audio books from Audible.com as well as customized collections of music with a click and a drag, zip. I'm on a Mac, but my wife uses hers with iTunes on a PC and it works well for her too.

I bought the rubbery skin case for it (I'm sure there's a more proper term, but I forget) and a lanyard so it's easy to hang around the neck and go.

No wonder Apple stock is climbing like crazy.

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tackerman · Posted: Fri Jul 27, 2007 10:12 am Post subject:

I've been on the verge of a Nano purchase for about a year now.

My old player is a warhorse but it's so beat up that I have to secure it with duct tape every time I run. Angry

Finding an MP3 player isn't too hard. Finding one you can run with is turning out to be a pain.