really quick question for the WHF team

[admin_exported]

Hello WHF team

I am thinking about buying an ipod, as i seem to be one of the only few people on the planet that doesn't have one.

What I wanted to know, now that you have reviewed the 2 products - is there any difference in sound quality between the classics and the nano's.

Regards

STM.

 

[Clare Newsome]

Yes (and i've been meaning to append the review to explain - will do so pronto): the Classic is a smoother, more refined listen, whereas the nano is a more energetic performer. I think that suits their relative likely use - Classic more likely to be a 'docked' or longer-term listen, whereas the nano is ideal on-the-move/exercise territory.

 

[NigelF]

and how do both compare to touch and iphone 3g. I am really trying to find out if the the sound quality is the only criteria which one sounds the best or is the difference negligible.

 

[Clare Newsome]

The Classic remains the best-sounding - but it's interesting, as it sounds more like the iPhone and Touch than the previous Classic - a touch tauter and springier ,as if Apple is moving more toward a 'house sound.'

The Classic's sonic superiority comes to the fore especially when docked or using a higher-end pair of headphones, so it'll depend on how you choose/plan to use your 'Pod as to any differences you'll hear.

And remember a) biggest difference still can be heard by using high-quality files - and the Classic has all the room yyou'd want to rip/store all your collection in Lossless/WAV

b) the Classic ain't much use at making phone calls and/or accessing the internet...

 

[Anonymous]

I disagree with Clare.

The Classic isn't anywhere near as good as the Nano and Touch, which are solid state.

The Classic has a "tizzy" treble and is less refined, IMO.

 

[manicm]

I would say Claire is right, you need to compare apples with apples.

It all depends on the format, in both iPods I've owned MP3s tended to sound a bit harsher than equivalent AACs, and I would expect the same results in the latest iPods.

AACs have sounded smooth across the board, with no undue sibilance, which MP3s can sometimes veer toward.

 

[Anonymous]

Hi Clare, whats you view on the jamo i300 ipod dock. I brought it last month and its a full blown hifi im well impressed!

Is this similar sound and performance to the award winners 5.1 from jamo just with 2 sats and a sub.

Rather than 4 sats,center,sub like the award winner?

Daz