I'm looking for hf'er opinions on what would make nice Xmas starter DAPs for my two daughters (10 and 11). They're not head-fi'ers (thank God!) and would be happy with anything, so I'm looking less for a high-end system than I am something that's: * inexpensive * easy to use * can take a...

It's been discussed before how to convert earplugs into ear cushions by making a hole in the middle by drilling with a dremel or melting with a heated nail. Chy Moy modded the Koss in-ear phones this way. Sine Etymotic charges $4.66 a pop for their foamies, I'm keen to repeat this DIY project...