First of all I have to tell you that this technology is absolutely awesome. This is one of the few tech devices I will not be without. I have been able to virtually throw away my CD and audio tape player since I acquired an MP3 player. If you listen to music or enjoy learning by audio half as much as I do you will absolutely need to get one of these devices.

Earlier this year I decided to finally take the plunge and purchase a hard-drive-based MP3 player. I was finally motivated by the new amazing storage capacity of the hard-drive-based MP3 players. I nearly purchased the major bestseller in this market, the iPod, but I decided to opt for a far more cost-effective option.

Creative Labs is the company that makes Sound Blaster, one of the best sound cards for computers. Earlier this year they produced a 60 GB Nomad Zen. This device can record 16,000 songs on it, which are a few weeks worth of non-stop music or lectures. Since I am very frugal I went with the Nomad because at the time it was $100 less than the $500 iPod and:

• Had twice the storage capacity of the iPod
• Was $100 less expensive ($400 for the Nomad was a far better deal than $500 for the iPod that had half the capacity)
• The battery lasted 40 percent longer (14 hours versus 10 for the iPod)
• Had better sound quality

Below are some charts packed full of information I have found on MP3 players.

These would make wonderful holiday gifts for all music lovers.

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