Best hard drive MP3 players
High-capacity hard-drive digital-audio players are the kings of MP3 land. From a modest 5GB a few years back to up to 160GB today, hard-drive-based players still give you the most bang for your buck. You can now carry your entire music or media library in a device that has shrunk over time (see the Apple iPod Classic, for example). Newer models, such as the Zune 120, boast large color screens with built-in TV output. If you want to run with your MP3 player, check out a flash-based player.
Microsoft Zune 120GB (third generation, glossy black)
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 9/17/08)
The Zune 120, with a unique focus on music discovery, is a fierce competitor to the iPod Classic. The Zune's substantial storage capacity combined with its Zune Pass music subscription makes it an ideal solution for restless music fans with large appetites.
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Apple iPod Classic (second generation, 120GB, silver)
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 10/1/08)
The iPod Classic refines the formula that put the iPod on the map. Few can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life, and intuitive user interface.
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Ibiza Rhapsody (30GB, black)
6.7 Good (reviewed 11/29/07)
The Haier America Ibiza Rhapsody is a cutting-edge media player that puts its wireless capabilities to good use while still retaining an easy-to-use design and interface. If you're willing to shell out the dough for a massive feature list, give it consideration.
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