How does this Shuffle's audio quality compare to the previous Shuffle? I have the 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Shuffle, and I heard the 1st Gen and 3rd Gen Shuffle has very good audio quality, while the 2nd Gen is so-so. How about the 4th Gen on this page? It looks very much like the 2nd, but what about the sound quality? How does this Shuffle's audio quality compare to the previous Shuffle? I have the 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Shuffle, and I heard the 1st Gen and 3rd Gen Shuffle has very good audio quality, while the... » Read More How does this Shuffle's audio quality compare to the previous Shuffle? I have the 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Shuffle, and I heard the 1st Gen and 3rd Gen Shuffle has very good audio quality, while the 2nd Gen is so-so. How about the 4th Gen on this page? It looks very much like the 2nd, but what about the sound quality? « Show Less
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If possible, would you compare it to the standard headphones in the package, because using a headphone like the big one and/or that cost $299 is obviously going to make a difference and make it quite nicer.
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This is my first ipod, so I can't compare to anything other than my older Creativ Zen V-Plus. I would say that for it's tiny size and ease of use, it has very good sound quality, no worse than my Zen which I think sounds great. The earphones that come with the ipod are fine, but I do think the Sony earphones I use allow for more bass to come through.
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I'm afraid I don't know the answer to that. All I can say is that I am very satisfied with the new Shuffle.
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Using the standard Apple earphones, the Shuffle has astonishing sound quality; the best so far.
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The new Shuffle has remarkable sound quality. But it mostly depends on what kind of earphones you're using.
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I'd like to help but can hardly tell one iPod from another...my iPod is really really really old - at least five years, an 80G..does that help? This amp has an amazing system for adding frequencies to the mp3s. The songs sound, for once, as they should, not artificial, and quite rich..I'm very happy with this unit
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What issues exactly? Everything works good for me. And about the sound if you are using or used to use mixers most of them uses transistors instead of sound cards. With sound card the sound it's not really crisp and not powerful enough. It's sounds way to compressed. Everything else you can't ask for more!! It makes your Dj skills really easy to perform ... It's saves all your cue points ... Loops... Etc. instead of create you loop every time on a track it saves it ... Next time you play the same track you'll have you loop there ready to use or not!!!
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Well i never owned a 5.5 generation but alot of my friends has them after using both i would say sound quality has improved cosiderably for ver. 6 also the user interface has improved and now includes coverflow album art. you also get alot more storage for the old 5.5 price...........overall for the PRICE this is definiely a good buy.
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When I bought the shuffle I didn't notice the whole USB 2.0 thing, till I got it home, connected it to my USB port and tried to transfer a song. I kept getting errors saying that the device could not be written to. I went and bought a USB 2.0 card with 5 ports for $32, installed it and everything worked fine from then on. Other people have told me that it should work with USB 1.0, just slower...but I didn't find that to be the case.
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I drive a 2011 Honda CR-V and so far haven't been able to find a model that will work in it. I have the 5th generation Shuffle and when I tried to plug it in was told that my vehicle didn't support the format. I know this hasn't been much help as I'm not sure what year model car you drive. I'm assuming that my car would need a much older model iPod since none of the three MP3 players I've tried have worked. I hope you find something that works for you!
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This is the shuffle I purchased that will not fit: Apple iPod shuffle 2GB Silver (5th Generation) NEWEST MODEL Sold by: EverythingDeals I have not be able to edit my review to reflect 5th generation.
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Hi there,i'd like to buy a new 8GB mp3, but, i'm confused between the new ipod nano and zune. people say that the 3rd gen nano has a great battery life now, but, i'm discouraged from transferring my music files to itunes and changing the format (i've been using windows media. so, they're mostly in .wma)Is it true that Zune's software is crippled?being an experienced useer, would you recommend zune or nano? =)thanks a bunch!!
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Should be the 1st gen. It works well. Only gripe is it always developes a crack in the 2mm space between the bottom microphone hole and the bottom. Could be my phone, but its happened twice.Its also saved my phone twice too though. So its definitely worth it.
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Scosche is making two products that look pretty interesting and are for pre-order here on amazon, one is a case with controls built in for the new ipod shuffle, the other is a cable with the controls and an extension to allow you to use your own headphones (both allow the use of 3rd party headphones). I may buy one of these new shuffles when these get released as I am using a 2gb 2nd generation shuffle.
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If you are still tracking this thread I will add my 2 cents. I read all reviews and use them to sway my purchase so it's time to give back. I own all 3, yes I get crazy at times. The thought was to try all 3 and then return 2 of them. I have decided to keep all 3 because they are all solid overall. My breakdowns on the 3 are as follows: #1 - Overall volume, room filling, bass etc... the award goes to Lansing im-237. It's the biggest footprint of all 3 as well so you'd expect it to top out. #2 - iTour - Was the last purchase of the 3. Overall it is less enveloping then the Altec, but it is also more compact which is a big plus when it comes to portability. And, it doesn't require batteries which add's to its green factor. It's not that far behind either as far as overall soundstage goes. #3 The X-Mini II - (I have a set of 2) coupled together come in 3rd. This is no slight though. If it was based on cool factor they would be #1. As far as build, they are as solid as the Altec, and are built better than the iTour sadly. Even with 2 though they don't sound as big as the other 2 but they are really cool looking for what it's worth. They are the most adjustable as well, they have an individual volume so you are not stuck having to unlock your ipod to adjust. They sound very good as well but come in 3rd based on performance solely. As many reviewers have stated, all of these have to be viewed through the lens that these are micro speakers and you need to keep expectations as such. Overall, I endorse all 3. If you are looking for the biggest sound, get the Lansing, it's also the biggest. If you want the biggest sound with the smallest footprint get the iTour. If you want the coolest looking, solidly built and still good sounding, get a couple of X-Mini II's. Hope this helps.
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As long as the 5th Gen Shuffle is the same dimension size as the 4th Gen Shuffle, then yes. I tried looking, and it looks to me like the 4th and 5th Gen Shuffle are the same, just more color options (2nd was more rectangle, 3rd was much taller, and 4th/5th are more square shaped). Here is a link on Apple's page that differentiates Ipod models:http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353?viewlocale=en_US&locale;=en_US
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It depends on your ears actually.. To me, and coincidentally for quite a number, the best sound quality has got to be the ipod 5.5 generation (30g or 80g) since they use a better audio chip (Wolfson). I used to have a classic but traded it in for the 5.5 gen. The sound of the 5.5 gen is warmer, more natural, 'acoustical', and has more depth. Listen to big speakers when comparing this generation to ALL other ipods and you'll know what we're talking about. Cheers.
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Hey - I too am in Birgitta's position, trying to decide whether I should stick with iPods or go over to Zune. I currently own a iPod Mini and did not like how the battery went bad and now can only be played once before the iPod says that the battery is low and goes out. I am trying to decide whether to get a 80G Zune or an 80G iPod classic. My main question is - being an iPod owner, I have put so much time into my iTunes organizing it, putting in cover art, etc.If I was to buy a Zune, can I get everything out of the iTunes, including cover art?thanks
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This speaker is compatible with all ipod's that have the 30 pin connector. (Except the ipod shuffle, which it doesn't sound like is your concern anyway...) If you were get a newer ipod that has the lightning dock, you're going to have to connect it through the aux (auxiliary) port which won't charge your ipod like the 30 pin connector will. This is actually a pretty good sounding speaker. It runs on plug in AND battery power which is good. It's a pretty nice consideration if you're looking for an inexpensive ipod dock and if you're able to find one on the Amazon Warehouse Deals, you can usually save yourself a few bucks. (That's how I got mine.) This speaker is compatible with all ipod's that have the 30 pin connector. (Except the ipod shuffle, which it doesn't sound like is your concern anyway...) If you were get a newer ipod that has the lightning dock, you're going to have to connect it through the aux (auxiliary) port which won't charge your ipod like the 30 pin connector will. This is actually a pretty good sounding speaker. It runs on plug in AND battery power which is good. It's a pretty nice consideration if you're looking for an inexpensive ipod dock and if you're able to find one on the Amazon Warehouse Deals, you can... » Read More This speaker is compatible with all ipod's that have the 30 pin connector. (Except the ipod shuffle, which it doesn't sound like is your concern anyway...) If you were get a newer ipod that has the lightning dock, you're going to have to connect it through the aux (auxiliary) port which won't charge your ipod like the 30 pin connector will. This is actually a pretty good sounding speaker. It runs on plug in AND battery power which is good. It's a pretty nice consideration if you're looking for an inexpensive ipod dock and if you're able to find one on the Amazon Warehouse Deals, you can usually save yourself a few bucks. (That's how I got mine.) « Show Less
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I've been using this GPX player for about 4 months now, Mr. Webster, and I honestly can not tell any difference between how this player sounds compared to other MP3 players I have used in the past.There is an EQ on this player which, if I recall correctly, has seven different settings...pretty much what ones you would typically find on an MP3 player.To answer your last question...I am afraid I am unable to answer that because I have never had possession of a cowon e2. You unfortunately would have to purchase this GPX player to find out for yourself. SO SORRY!I truly hope I have satisfactorily answered your inquiries for you. Have a wonderful day! I've been using this GPX player for about 4 months now, Mr. Webster, and I honestly can not tell any difference between how this player sounds compared to other MP3 players I have used in the past.There is an EQ on this player which, if I recall correctly, has seven different settings...pretty much what ones you would typically find on an MP3 player.To answer your last question...I am afraid I am unable to answer that because I have never had possession of a cowon e2. You unfortunately would have to purchase this GPX player to find out for yourself. SO SORRY!I truly hope I... » Read More I've been using this GPX player for about 4 months now, Mr. Webster, and I honestly can not tell any difference between how this player sounds compared to other MP3 players I have used in the past.There is an EQ on this player which, if I recall correctly, has seven different settings...pretty much what ones you would typically find on an MP3 player.To answer your last question...I am afraid I am unable to answer that because I have never had possession of a cowon e2. You unfortunately would have to purchase this GPX player to find out for yourself. SO SORRY!I truly hope I have satisfactorily answered your inquiries for you. Have a wonderful day! « Show Less
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I have never owned an Ipod. I am looking for the best version that is specifically for music. I do not want a lot of bells and whistles, I want good sound and to know up front that it is fairly simple to load or download music. Does anyone have a preference for what version I should go for? No:Photos/games/other stuff.. just music.thanks.