SanDisk 2GB Clip MP3 Player - Blue (SDMX11R-002GB-A70T) Review

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(More customer reviews)The first one I bought was defective, and had to be exchanged. The second one was fine, until the clip broke off, at which time I almost lost it. The volume does not go very high, so my attempts to drown out the noise of crying babies on the bus was unsuccessful with this player. And after just a year, the battery won't hold a charge anymore. I saw that this item was rated 5 stars, and had to leave my comments. Actually, I own the maroon model, but still, I will not buy another Sansa.

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Creative Labs NOMAD MuVo² 4 GB MP3 Player Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had my Muvo 4GB player for 3 weeks now and have been extremely pleased with it.This player fit my very specific needs.I have a large number of files that are MP3 and WMA (the latter purchased online), so I felt it was best to NOT get an iPod.
My previous mp3 player was a MagicStar 256MB, but wanted to upgrade because I found my commute to be longer, spent a lot of time in the car or metro, and became bored with listening to only the same 60 some songs over and over again.Plus, I go to the gym, and specifically wanted something durable and not have to worry about a huge spinning hard-drive.I wanted a player that was light, small, unnoticeable, but could deliver big on functionality.The Muvo definitely hit the spot with its 4GB Toshiba Micro-drive (v compact, durable, and high capacity).
First, this thing is SMALL and LIGHT... it fits perfectly in the closed unused ashtray of my car, keeping it out of site from prying eyes. I compared side-by-side with the new iPod 4GB, and the muvo is SUBSTANTIALLY smaller, lighter and compact. It probably weighs as much as my Siemens C56 cellphone.I currently have 500 songs loaded on there with 3 different playlists, and have used less than 2GB so far.
On the metro and in the gym, I use the included belt holster.Its very well structured and shock-proof, but the only drawback is that the buttons are inaccessible.I can overlook that drawback since I tend to use playlists or continually shuffle my music.
The buttons are small, and people with large fingers may have some difficulty.I have not had any problems manipulating the directional button (vol up/down, prev/next track), nor accessing the menu (push button straight down).A slightly annoying factor is that you need to hold the PLAY/PAUSE button down for 5 seconds straight in order to power on/off.
The menu is small but readable, but I don't really read it all the time since I'm always on the go.The backlight is blue, and ID3 tags for the songs scroll across when playing.The menu includes tools, playlist, playmode (shuffle, repeat, etc), EQ, delete, radio, and microphone.You navigate using the directional button. For my basic needs, I use playlist and shuffle.I delete files using Windows Explorer.
I ditched the included earbuds and use my own Koss Plugs.I did use the included earbuds for the first couple of days and found it to be sub-standard in sound and uncomfortable.
The sound from this unit is great... many different equalizer settings, but I set mine to Rock and don't use the other ones.With the right set of earplugs, the bass is nice and heavy, and the sound is very crisp.I use a cassette adapter in the car with the Muvo, and it sounds just as good.I've noticed a little hissing or distortion, but that's either because of the cassette adapter, not having the player set at the proper volume, or your unit needs is almost out of juice.Just play around with the unit to find the right balance.
The unit comes with a rechargable lithium ion battery.I was spoiled before because my last player was able to recharge via USB port.This battery gets a full charge in about 3 hrs with the included AC-adapter.I haven't really pushed (nor paid attention) to the full claimed 10 hour charge.Let's just say, I recharge every 2-3 days of my everyday activities.I recommend plugging in your unit to the charger when doing large song transfers; those tend to eat a lot of juice. Oh, and the battery COMES OUT, meaning that you can replace or buy an extra one if needed.The iPod batteries are non-removeable.
I use MusicMatch and am able to do file/playlist transfers using the "import to portable" function in MMJB. It takes some getting used to... I initially would set up playlist folders on the Muvo using Windows Explorer, and import my playlists into each discrete folder with the proper m3u file.If I did not set up playlist folders with the m3u files, the unit would randomly read any existing mp3s in its memory regardless of playlist.I've toyed with the included Creative MediaSource software, and it is a little clumsy with too many frames and windows going on.Stick with what you're comfortable with because everything is drag and drop. You could just use Windows Explorer to drag and drop your files and m3u's directly to the Muvo, but if you do a straight drag-and-drop of your music files only, the player will play them alphabetically according to ID3 tag. File transfer by USB 2.0 is SUPER FAST. I was able to transfer my current 2GB of files on there in about 10 mins or so. I wasn't paying attention to exact duration because I was getting ready to leave and needed to do this on the fly before I left!It did the job superbly.
I ran a recovery once on the unit because it froze during a transfer and the drive became undetectable to my notebook. When in doubt, there is a small pinhole in the back of the unit that will reset your unit to original state.
I do recommend that you upgrade to the the firmware: http://www.nomadworld.com/downloads/firmware/
User manuals, support, etc are available on this website.
PROS:
- extremely small and light (moreso than the iPod)
- Great sound
- Huge capacity with a very durable and dependable microdrive (I've dropped this thing a few times with no probs at all)
- Long battery life
- Works with MMJB
- Inexpensive compared to other comparable players
- its not an iPod! Be different!
CONS:
- Small buttons take some getting used to
- Small screen
- does not support AAC files (for iTunes users out there)
- Playlist transfer (.m3u files) is not intuitive unless you play around with it and properly set up the folders just right
- Does not charge via USB (there aren't many out there that do that to begin with, and I was spoiled by my MagicStar)
I am extremely happy with this item and highly recommend it to people always on the go (commuters, gym, school, driving) and for people who are tough on their toys (toss in the bag, car, drop, etc).Great value. I only gave it 4 out of 5 stars for minor quirks.

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The Creative NOMAD® MuVo² combines cutting-edge 1" hard disk drive storage, high-speed USB 2.0 and superb sound quality in a remarkably compact, easy to use package. Grab it, load it, clip it on your belt and you're all set to go!Holds up to 128 hrs WMA / 64 hrs MP3 songsHuge hard drive capacity in a flash memory sized player allows you to carry all your music with you in a tiny digital music player.High fidelity 98dB SNRCrystal clear sound with full bass and exhilirating highs.Creative is the recognized leader in audio sound quality among portable MP3 and WMA players.Removable Li-ion battery - Charge through USB connection or with power adapterUp to 14 hrs continuous playback on a single charge.The removable battery allows you to carry a spare for unmatched playback time.Easy-to-Use - Drag and drop filesTrue plug-and-play simplicity.The NOMAD MuVo² 4GB is automatically detected as a removable disk by Windows.Transfering files to and from the MuVo² is as simple as dragging and dropping files within Windows Explorer.Or use Creative's easy to use and comprehensive Mediasource™ software to rip your CDs to MP2 or WMA, create playlists and transfer them to your MuVo².Super fast USB 2.0Transfer a song a second with super fast USB 2.0.Load your music collection in a matter of minutes.Compatible with USB 1.1.Music management softwareNew to digital music?Creative's Medisource™ software (included) has everything you need to get started.Rip your CD's to MP3 or WMA with automatic ID3 tag labeling via free online CDDB (CD Data Base), add tracks downloaded from a variety of online music services, create playlists, transfer them to your MuVo² and you're ready to go.

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Grand MP3 Player - MP3 Player with SD Memory Reader Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this mp3 player in order to play mp3 files recorded on SD cards. When I try to play them using this player it is OK unless I try to fast forward or reverse.The player then gets "stuck" and I have to turn it off and on again. It also stalled a few times when starting up. I emailed customer service and got no response. I called customer service (very nice to talk to) and was told that I should try recording at a higher speed on the SD cards (I use a recorder that records as slow as 32Kbps)I increased the speed to 192Kbps and it got stuck a little less often, but it still happened. Since my files are about 1 hour long and you have to start over at the beginning of the file every time (no memory of where you were) this player is no help to me. It might be OK with shorter files.It's just that there should be some information that says what speed the files must be and a size limit since these are issues.The policy for returns/exchanges with Tiger Direct (that's who I purchased through) make it not worth it when I may just end up with another player that doesn't do what I need. It looked great, but 32.00 is a lot for what is now just a card reader for me!I considered the Lexar reader/player but read that it was also unreliable on playback, so I guess it's necessary to purchase a more expensive player for this purpose. Try this one at your own risk.

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Sandisk Sansa Clip 8GB MP3 Player (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)About this reviewer: I listen to Lossless music (Flac) and tons of books (200/year) a lot.I use this SanDisk 8GB Clip player about 20 hours a week.

PRO:

1. Sound quality.Not only does this support MP3, OGG, FLAC (the lossless format of choice) WMV, secure WMA, podscasts, & Audible files, it plays them with perfection.Now this is objective, not a "whatever ***I*** buy and review sounds better than what you have" crap. The sound quality is scientifically top notch.I don't know if the URL I put in this review will get killed, but go to the reviews section on cnet.com or Google the article entitled "Audiophile MP3 players, by the numbers."

Let me summarize the article: they found out that Sandisk *did* put an expensive sound processor in this one (apparently unlike the other Sandisks) and used actual scientific hardware measuring frequency response deviation, and signal to noise ratios, etc. the SanDisk Clip beat out everything that Creative, Apple (iPod), Insignia, Sony, Microsoft (Zune) makes.

reviews.cnet.com/8301-12519_7-9968448-49.html

I know it's an odd thing to talk about lossy (Mp3s) quality, but for the sound quality peeps, you will have zero complaints here.

2. Flash based: Meaning no HDD spinning around thousands of times a minute, movable parts=easily breakable or they wear down. Meaning you can also jog with it. I'm from the computer world, and us cats know that all HDD's fail, period. *Especially* if you're moving it all the time. We, who want something that lasts, universally stick to solid state; ie FLASH based mp3 players.

3. Connectivity: No stupid proprietary cable.Standard Mini-USB cable, I'm sure most people have at least a half dozen from various cameras, etc.

4. Physical Size: This thing is small, there are various pictures here, but this one is about the height of an AA Battery and about 3/4 as thick, one inch wide. This is great for jogging, it's weightless. Clip it anywhere without any huge bulge or weight. It weighs less than an ounce.

5. Compatibility. You DO NOT have to use some weird 3rd party DRM CRAP software like iTunes or Windows Media crap (like you do with Ipod's or IRivers) just drag, drop & GO! If you want some of your friends' songs, you don't have to load up itunes, then some hack, or your mp3 player's proprietary software cluttering up your friends computer to get his or her songs. I recall a conversation I had with a friend trying to get the songs of another mp3 player, "FREAK, it took me 40 minutes to find the right software that world work to get the songs off" -- and that's not some newbie. All the software to use this mp3 player is on every computer (with a USB port) and operating system on earth.Also, I didn't install any of the included software.No need.

6. Non music Storage: You plug it in you not only drop any of your mp3s/FLACs on it, you can throw some pictures, some huge files, documents, anything, and use it just like a thumb drive. And still listen to your music, it just skips the non-audio files, etc.

7. Mic. The mic is great for recording class, or conversations; just throw it on your desk or shirt pocket and there you go.

8. Fast listen mode - KILLER AWESOME if you listen to books, you can turn it to fast mode which speeds up the audio a bit.This means you can listen to books a good bit faster without it sounding like chipmunks. There is only one mode though, (also a slower mode too) but it's so cool if you want to listen to books faster.Your brain can easily understand, so why not save yourself 1/3 of the time -eh?Awesomeness.

9. Radio: And you can record the radio. Built-in FM tuner with 40 presets - Awesome.

10. USB 2.0, it transfers mp3s at a rate of 5.67MB/second per my own rough stopwatch method.Mathematically, this would take about 23 minutes to fill up the thing full.
Have you noticed all of creative labs MP3 players also claim to have USB 2.0 but really transfer at speeds at 1.1 speeds.The Creative flash based stuff transfers at less than 500K/sec, usually 120K-400K averaging at 230K.230K!!!Do you realize this is slower than download speeds at broadband? 4.83 hours to fill up a 4GB Creative Labs mp3 player? forget that.

11. Memory Size, 8GB (They make a 1/2/4GB version too) this holds:

Books at 64Kbit/sec/mono equals about 266 (~11 days non stop) hours of books.

MP3's @ 128kbits/44.1/Stereo about 128 hours (5.33 days non stop) of music (maybe +/- 1,900 4 min songs).

Flac's (Lossless) ~21 hours (non-stop) ~315 songs or 20-25 Full CD Albums.

That's quite a lot of listening before you need to get to a computer again.8GB is plenty for music on the go.

12. Screen, the screen is great, mono color, has some graphics, I don't need nor want some huge stupid color screen sucking down my battery.Which is cool because this MP3 Player does go blank after a minute of inactivity, which is PERFECT! Just what one wants.Touch a button again, it comes back up.

13. Yeah it has other features I don't use much, WMA playback, Audible playback support, graphic equalizer, nifty navigation scroll, blah, blah, blah.

14. Updating firmware is super easy, (and you may have to to get FLAC support) just load the Sandisk auto updater, it figures out which mp3 player you have plugged in, checks for firmware, any updates, then updates them and then restarts.Super easy.

Up in the Air: (Pro or Con depending on how you look at it)

-Comes in cool colors, silver & black, but it is a fingerprint magnet as most electronics with a shiny screen are now-a-days. Finally an mp3 that isn't in "I'm-a-lemming" stupid trendy "ipod white".Other colors are probably coming.

-Proprietary battery. It'll do 15-20 hours of books, take in mind books are less "demanding" on a a battery.But you really can't have anything this small and use any standard battery for any usable time.But it may be a con or a pro.I just don't like the fact I can never easily replace this one and we all know how integrated batteries after a few years start to slowly lose their charge.The Pro is that you can use any old mini-USB wall/car charger that if you have bought a few cell phones in the past few years, you'll have one kicking around your junk drawer somewhere.

Con:

-No Bookmark feature. I listen to books for 20 hours a week. This would be nice, as I could have used it a few times. This is just a software item, Sandisk - program it up!

I have no comment on the included earbuds.I'm 6'6" and figure that's why no earbuds bundled in mp3 players did anything but hurt my ears and/or seemed to fall out randomly due to poor fit and rotation of the earth.I have my own headphones as most people who are serious listeners do. Earphones are a matter of personal physiology and audio-snob preference. :)

I don't hate ipods, they are really sessy, but they are just not for me. I could list reasons why I can't like ipods but they are just too freaking expensive for too few bells and whistles. I mean, if you look at my "pro" list, the ipod shuffle is small and flash based, but that's it. I don't want to use some crap software, crap dock/cable, expensive battery, short battery life span, can't store anything else, why should I pay twice as much more for an ipod, when it doesn't even get close to HALF the features?

So, I will give it a 9.5/10. But in reality, nothing else touches it.Nothing has the sound quality, space, battery life, size, & FLAC support on the market for any price.

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The Sansa Clip MP3 player may be small enough to clip on your jeans or your shirt, but that doesn-t mean it isn-t loaded with all things awesome.It comes with a searchable screen, as well as an FM radio, voice recorder, and an insanely long battery life that will let you instantly enjoy more music and more play.

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SanDisk Sansa Clip 4 GB MP3 Player (Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was leaving my bulky 80 gig video iPod at home all the time because it was just too large to comfortably stick in my pocket.I wanted something small that I could use for both music and audio books (I use Audible.com).

It has achieved that and a LOT more.I never even use my iPod at home anymore!I'm actually thinking of returning it (Costco gives cash back forever) and buying four or five of these to give away as gifts!

I initially bought a shuffle and returned it the same day because it had no way of bookmarking in my audio books-- a chapter is often more than an hour.

Next I bought the smallest Sony Walkman mp3 player... it was very sexy and sleek, and about twice the size of the Sansa clip... but I couldn't load my Audible.com files onto it, so that was returned the next day.

After what seemed like a full week spent in BestBuy I finally settled on the Sansa 4GB Clip and could not be happier.
It's ridiculously small, AND (unlike the iPod shuffle) it has a display.I don't know about you all, but bookmarks aside, not being able to choose a song now and then, or confirm who is performing one when I am unsure, that would drive me crazy!

It is PERFECT for my Audible content.It actually asks when you first hook it up to the PC if you want to sync with Audible Manager.You can also simply go to the Audible Manager and "add device" and follow the steps to activate the Sansa.That way you can just add the specific books you want and not attempt to sync your entire library if you have a lot.I've been a member of Audible.com for nearly ten years and getting two books a month you can imagine the size of my library by now.

I loaded five large unabridged books (average ten hours each) and then nearly 1000 songs and I still have plenty of space left to add more as the spirit hits.Transferring files to the Sansa is VERY smooth and fast.Best of all, it resumes where you left off in a book when you turn it off.

There are other nifty "extra" features, as well!The FM radio is pretty special, and I get excellent reception both in San Francisco and out in the sticks around Santa Rosa and Sebastopol.Even near the airport!Pretty impressive for such a tiny thing, huh?

It has a voice recorder that I have not really tested out properly, but i know it works, just from speaking into it.I will try to record a lecture or some other more demanding application before giving the recorder feature the same accolades I have bestowed upon the rest of the amazing little player.

A lot of people have posted excellent, detailed reviews, and I agree with almost all they have said, so I'll try not to repeat it all.

I will just say that I LOVE THIS LITTLE DEVICE!

It's tiny.Yes, it is almost twice the size of the ipod shuffle, but seriously, still small enough to put in the "key pocket" of Levi's 501s (you know, the tiny useless pocket inside the right hip pocket).

It has good sound, easily on par with my video ipod.If you replace the earphones with something better it has the potential of VERY good sound.

So, how does it compare to the iPod shuffle?For only $20 more this has:
~ four times the capacity
~ a visual display
~ a voice recorder
~ an FM receiver
~ drag and drop functionality in both PC or Mac format (no iTunes or other software needed)
~ standard USB cable, so easily replaced.
~ can be rapid charged using the same AC (wall) or 12v (car) adapters that came with my Motorola RAZR phone!
~ can be used as a regular portable drive (like a thumb drive) for any data
~ seamless Audible.com audio books loading and listening
~ clip on the back is removable, if you don't want to use it, making it even smaller

One poster complained that it was "Difficult to tell when it is fully charged - I charged it for 5 hours and didn't see any indication that it was fully charged yet"

I found the same thing happening, the first time I charged it right out of the box it took several hours using the USB cable.Later, much by accident I stumbled upon this:when it is plugged in to your computer (I use a PC, not sure if this will work on a MAC), right-click on the Sansa drive icon and choose PROPERTIES, it will tell you the % of the battery charge.

I also discovered the car and wall chargers from my Motorola RAZR phone work for it, and MUCH faster than the USB cable.When charging I also found that when I unplugged it from the cable I had to power the Sansa off and back on to see the battery indicator register the "full" status.

Hope that helps.

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SanDisk Sansa Clip 1 GB MP3 Player (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)The Sandisk Sansa Clip 1GB is a great value MP3 player.It has the same capacity as the iPod Shuffle at $35.It also has a screen, FM Tuner, voice recording and more.You can get the 2GB version for $25-40 more.

Pros -
+ good sound
+ nice capacity for a decent price
+ light-weight
+ FM tuner (20 Presets)
+ voice recording
+ nice design with color options
+ Nice format compatibility (MP3, DRM WMA, WMA, Audible)
+ USB 1.1 and 2.0 connectivity
+ Can be used as a USB drive / mass storage
+ Can sync music with drag & drop or via software
+ 15 hours battery life is better than Creative Clip Plus

Cons
- larger than the 2nd and 3rd generation iPod shuffles
- for just $20 more you get the 2GB Clip with added features

The new Sandisk Sansa Clip has the advantages of the iPod shuffle with some of the compatibility, feature, and price benefits of other MP3 players.Unlike the Sansa Express, which you can plug in directly into your USB port, the clip uses a standard USB B cable.

The Clip is definitely a little bigger than the iPod shuffle, but not by much.It has a great feel and a nicer clip. It is also priced VERY well for the holidays.It fills the market for a starter MP3, workout unit, or gift.

The rechargable battery seems better than the Creative Zen Stone Plus and gives you a respectable 15 hours. The sound is nice. The earbuds are passable for beginners but most people will replace them.As for durability, only time will tell; so far it's holding up nicely.

The Zen Clip also has a larger 2GB option. For those needing more space, you will have to explore the Creative Zen, Sandisk Sansa View or new iPod Nano.All of those units have higher price tags.
Sandisk 2GB Pink Sansa Clip
SanDisk Sansa View 8 GB MP3 Player
SanDisk Sansa View 16 GB MP3 Player
Creative Zen 4 GB (Black)
Creative Zen 8 GB (Black)
Creative Zen 16 GB (Black)
Sandisk SDMX4-4096 Sansa e260 4 GB MP3 Player with SD Expansion Slot
SanDisk SDMX4-8192 Sansa e280 8 GB MP3 Player (Black)
Apple 4 GB iPod nano AAC/MP3 Player Silver (3rd Generation)
Apple 8 GB iPod nano AAC/MP3 Player Black (3rd Generation)

Overall, an awesome starter unit that deserves a try. Enjoy!!!

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Sansa® Clip 1 GB MP3 Player


Clip it on and roll
For the movers and the shakers who want to shed the baggage of a bigger MP3 player-it';s time to get the skinny on the Sansa® Clip player. Offering five colors to choose from, this lightweight MP3 player delivers major sound for its matchbox size, and storage capacity of up to 2GB*. And with its smart design, you can clip your Sansa® Clip player to your bag, pants or sleeves, allowing you to enjoy all the perks of an MP3-hands-free.


Listen
Keep up to 1,000*** songs at the ready wherever you go. Or tune into FM radio for news and fresh music anytime.


Record
With the built-in microphone, you can record memos, lectures or all those unexpected, mic-worthy moments throughout your day. When you're ready, transfer your files to your PC for listening and sharing.



Get together
The Sansa® Clip player plays MP3, WMA, secure WMA and Audible file formats. Connect via USB cable to your computer for charging or synchronizing.


Sort it out
A compact MP3 player with a screen, the Sansa® Clip player makes navigation simple, so you can sort your music, FM stations and audio books ease.


So what's in the box?
Sansa® Clip MP3 player, Clip accessory, USB 2.0 transfer cable, earphones, promotional inserts, and quick start guide.


* 1 gigabyte (GB) =1 billion bytes. Some capacity not available for data storage.
** Based on continuous playback at 128kbps; actual life and performance may vary depending upon usage and settings; battery not replaceable.
*** Approximation based on 4-minute songs at 128kbps.



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Sansa® products are brought to you by SanDisk, the minds behind flash memory. Around the world, wherever people take pictures, listen to music, use cell phones-or do much of anything at all with digital devices-you';ll probably find SanDisk products. Maybe that';s why, after more than 20 years in the business, SanDisk has never stopped innovating.


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SanDisk Sansa Clip+ 4 GB MP3 Player (Red) Review

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(More customer reviews)The title says is all:Clip +.It is really the first generation of the Clip plus a few well thought out design and firmware changes.

The volume control is now on the opposite side, the side with the usb plug rather than the headphone.With right-angle headphone plugs, you needed to swing the headphone plug out of the way to use the volume control on the old Clip.

The on/off switch is now on the top instead of the left side (where the volume control now is).I often needed to turn off my Clip while under a shirt and not looking at it.I actually turned it off only about half the time because of slide switch.Now there's simply a button on the top.The hold button, which used to be on the on/off switch, is now activated by holding down the menu button.Since I rarely used the hold button I can't say whether this is an improvement.

The clip on the back is a big design change.The clip, for better or worse, is no longer detachable.Personally, I liked being able to detach it if I was using velcro rather the clip to attach to something, like a bag.That being said the new clip is sleeker.Closer to the back of the body and a bit wider.The clip now has a ridge at the end of the clip as opposed to the circle of the old Clip.It seems to hold on just as well.

The square controls (as opposed to the former round controls) doesn't make much of a difference.If you are using the controls by feeling rather than seeing, the square may make it a bit easier to know where you are at on the controls.

Otherwise it is the same size and all.My old Clip silicone case fits it OK, but I will get a new case when they come out.

Inside there are some firmware changes.Included now is a menu item for Slot Player chips (a soon-to-be obsolete format if I've ever seen one).The menus slide rather than jump, giving it a smoother look (I guess).In the old Clip, when you pressed the center button while a track was playing, it went to a visualization, then a listing of the current track playing.Obviously a redundancy.Now, it show info on the next track to play, instead of the current one.Other changes had already been incorporated in firmware updates for the original Clip.

One new function is the replay gain function. Very useful if you shuffle songs.This allows music to play back at about the same volume without you, the listener, having to actually change the volume.It works by adding a bit of instruction to each music file with information about how loud or soft the track is and then the volume of the player adjusts accordingly.Whether your tracks have replay gain information on them depends on how you got them.Many media players, like Media Monkey, can read the tracks and add this information.

One further note on the replay gain function.It should be set to song if you are on shuffle.Also the pregain is set a bit low.If you find yourself fiddling with the volume, increase the replay gain setting to 6 or 9.

The manual says it has gapless play.I believe you need to rip your tracks as gapless for this to work.Many standard mp3 converters don't do this, but maybe it is more prevalent for AAC (iTunes).

The best for last:a micro card slot.This allows you to add capacity to the player (currently the limit is 16gb with larger cards on the horizon), well above the 4gb that it comes with.If you have gone lossless (I use FLAC) then you know that extra file space is a big plus.With only FLAC files, the 4gb player holds about nine hours of music (probably five times more with normal MP3 files).This is fine by me but if I'm going on a trip then having the expansion capacity will be a big plus.

Sound quality wise, it sounds about the same to me, compared with the old Clip.Which means it sounds great, amped or not.Some have noted a fuller, warmer, louder sound, but my old ears can't pick that out.

Why people don't use these by the droves at the gym is beyond me.I still see very few of these players down at the Y, while I see all manner of big iPods.This little machine is perfect for the gym or any on-the-go activity.

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The Sansa Clip+MP3 playergives you more to enjoy. Enjoy up to 2,000 songs†† with an 8GB* player, FM radio, long-life battery and voice recorder. PLUS now even more!Expand your enjoyment when you add in preloaded content cards** into the new memory card slot, including slotRadio™ and slotMusic™ cards**.Or, save your own music, podcasts, and audio books onto a microSD™/microSDHC™ memory card** to expand your play.It's brought to you by SanDisk with awesome sound to enjoy your music.Just clip it on and enjoy more music with an incredible 15 hours† battery-fueled fun.See what you're listening to with the bright, easy-to-read screen and intuitively searchable menus. Color your world in red, blue or sleek black undertones.

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