Topic: Top 5 iPod Alternatives for Linux Users

[sam]

... though the Ipod works fine for me on linux... 

http://www.learningubuntu.com/tips/top-5-ipod-alternatives-linux-users

[Rik]

I actually tested the Sansa models and found them poor quality compared to an iPod.

[GillE]

How so, Rik?  I've got a Sansa and I'm very satisfied with it.

[Rik]

I thought the audio quality was poor, using the same tracks and Bose headphones on both, Gill.

[GillE]

Perhaps I'm happy with my Sansa because I've never listened to an iPod.  Ignorance is bliss, and I'm happy!

Sansas are a lot cheaper than iPods.  Is the difference in sound quality really worth the extra money?

[Simon]

I've got a Sony Walkman, and the sound quality is just as good as any I have heard, as long as the source is of high quality in the first place.  

My friend has a JBL docking station, and the sound from that is phenomenal, from such small speakers.

[Rik]

Is the difference in sound quality really worth the extra money?

To me, yes, but then I am using £300 headphones.

[GillE]

If you can afford £300 headphones, I'm surprised you don't hire the bands to perform live for you rather than listening to mere recordings  .

[Rik]

It has been known. I guess I shouldn't mention the £6000 speakers and the £1000 CD player then.

[Simon]

Show off! 

[Rik]

I left out the power amps, pre-amps and the tuner.

Of course, you have to remember I didn't buy most of it.

[Simon]

Oh, that makes it better! 

[GillE]

With a set-up like that, I should imagine you're not listening to Dizzee Rascal or Kylie Minogue.

[Rik]

No, I like pipe bands, jazz, opera, choral music and the classics generally - modern and ancient.

[Simon]

and Queen.