I think I can find the answer here. I did my unboxing today of an e09k + e17 and tried to plug it through usb to my macbook and the mac doesn't recognize it at all (e17 plugged on e09k and usb connection). The e17 when is connected directly works perfectly, though. So I asked a friend...

So I can say the e17 + an iPod classic (for lossless stuff storage) worth, right? Should I also care to have an E09K? (I dunno it purpose, but looks like a very well rated combo - on amazon - and comparing, similar cost of a x3). My poor touch (64g) is already full of m4a and mp3s and since I am...

Thanks, guys! haha, indeed poor wallet is a problem here  so the iPod is not the 7G! (i mean, the 7G only has only the 160gb option). A 120gb one probably is an older version, I guess. Also, I have an iPod touch 5th gen (meh), forgot to mention it! But since the upgrade  touch + a monster...

should I buy an iPod Classic + FiiO E12 or just a FiiO x3 and sd card? Headphones: k712 pro and x11i - i know the x3 option excludes x11i buttons, but i look for quality over convenience. thanks in advance!