7th Gen (2009) iPod Classic 160 SQ - Page 3

Unfortunately I don't have the iPod 5.5G

There's no hiss with my JH13s.

is a sound quality the same in all models of ipod from LOD or not? which is the best one?

I'm getting bored/frustrated with Vinyl and CDs and would like an easier solution to my music collection.

Would a 6/6.5/7th Gen. (not sure of current Gen) Classic work/sound good for an above average Home System?

How or what is the best method and equipment necessary to get highest quality sound from ipod to AVR?

LQQK

The Wadia 170i is exactly what you need.

does new classic sound better than iTouch 2. gen? i would ask this, if it will be apport for me from iTouch

I was in your exact situation for several years and just made the jump to a new Classic. I just plug in an Apple dock to my amplifier and it sounds pretty good (it will get a long detailed test this weekend). As mentioned here the Wadia would be a better bet if you're an audiophile. Add a nice speaker dock if you have a secondary location and some IEM's for in between.
If you go this way, be BRUTAL with your ripping decisions! You will end up with a smaller library, but you will love every single song and it will all be immediately accessible.
Can definitely put some spark back into your love affair with your music!

Shane D

You probably may solve this with iTunes smart playlists.

@elfary: you can try 2 itunes libraries. i solved it this way, because i wanted to have the first ipod with AAC and second with lossless music. So each ipod has its own itunes library in PC (one with AAC files and one with lossless files). When itunes is starting, hold SHIFT key (for windows) or option key (for mac). dont forget to back up your library.

So just to clarify...

Old 160GB classic = Wolfson Dac

New 160GB classic = Cirrus Dac (same as iPhone 3GS)

Is that accurate?

A couple of points:

- I would never buy a DAP without auditioning it. Even then, I would want a guarantee that I could return it within 7 days for a full refund. The Sept 2009 160GB Classic is a keeper.

- Onkyo now have a (cheaper) dock which will bypass the iPod DAC, same chip as the Wadia - I havent seen any reviews, but its definitely over 200 Aussie dollars cheaper than the Wadia transport.

- again, I wouldnt get too hung up on whether its the Cirrus Logic chip or something else that makes the new iPods sound better (or whether others agree that they sound better): I can only recommend that you listen to a current Classic/Touch/iPhone 3GS and make your own call. I also have a strong recommendation for the current Shuffle from someone whose opinion I respect, but ultimately it comes down to hearing each for yourself.

- the obsession with the Touch/iPhone goes well beyond their music playing capabilities, and I have enjoyed messing around with everything from video to web browsing on my 1st Gen Touch, but the storage offered by the current Classic is hard to beat, for mine : debates about which sounds better are meaningless as long as your choice sounds good to you.

estreeter

Believe me, I could care less about chips- but I am trying to get some reference as I own an older 160GB and an iPhone 3Gs. I would possibly consider upgrading to the new Classic if I knew I could get a DAP with 160GB capacity that sounds like my iPhone.