That's a great solution, OregonTrail.   On a similar note, does anyone actually know how to open the M50 jack? It seems like opening it would be quite handy if the cable ever decides to break.

Yes, hooking a 6th gen Nano onto an amp seems a bit silly. Granted, it would be good, but silly.. also, depending on the amp, that's the price of a Clip times n.

Quote:   Exactly what I wanted to hear. Once I've gathered some money, I'm planning on getting an iPod > LOD > Headstage Arrow 12HE combo; a sexy iPod with proper sound quality.. seems almost too fine.

Quote: I presume you're getting the Arrow 12HE? I think that will be quite a sweet rig.

SQ-wise it's one of the nicest players you could get. Format support is pretty cool, too. I think the 3-star ratings are just from people who love the iPod UI.

Quote: That's one awesome DIY (-ish?) setup. Has the LOD and amp made the SQ better?

Quote:   Ok, I realize I'm being a bit unfair on Apple, but their products have always used amps which are basically designed for low-quality earbuds much like what they include with their products. Now compare that to something like a Clip, which is less than half the price and a...

I just came back from my friend who purchased one of these. I played around with the UI a bit and inspected the build quality (didn't bother trying out the SQ). It really is VERY small; not really suitable for my big fingers, but it does have a sort of cute charm to it. Don't be fooled, it is...

Seeing as we're talking about an Arrow 12HE here, how much would each player 'muck up' the signal with their own amp before it reaches the Arrow? As far as I know, none of the players ('cept the Hifiman) have a proper line out that skips the built-in amp completely, except for the iPods if you...