iPod 4G vs. iPod 5G

[muzacman]

I just joined head-fi and this is my first post. I recently purchased the famous SR-60s after reading the numerous reviews about them, and now i am trying to find a good portable setup. The decision on the iPod between the photo and video is what I'm wondering. Vinnie, the designer of The Redwine iMod says that the photo has a better DAC converter. Is this true? The photo has the advantage of being less money, however it is bigger and you can see as many artists simultaneous, along with the fact that its just...less cool. I haven't really seen any discussion on whether the 5G does, in fact, has an inferior DAC, and i see many audiophiles using both the 4G and 5G in their portable rig set-up. Also, if i get the 4G i have the option of getting the iMod. One more thing...aside from the iPod, is the Turbodock significantly better than the Pocket Dock? or maybe the remote cable...

iPod 4G vs. iPod 5G
Turbodock vs. Pocketdock vs. Remote cable

my only concern is which will give the best audio quality, the remote also has the advantage of plugging directly into phones, so i wouldn't have to buy an amp, but is the sound quality on par with the docks connected to amps?

Thanks for any feedback!

 

[bigshot]

Each generation of iPod has an incrementally better DAC, but they are all basically the same. The differences are in the headphone output circuitry, not the translation from bits and bytes to notes and beats. If you want to go unamped, the 5g might be a bit better. But check it first with the headphones you intend to use at an Apple Store.

See ya
Steve

 

[Nick Christy]

I have a 4g redwine modded ipod photo and a 5g ipod video.

Imod sounds much better.

If its sound quality you want - get an ipod photo, send it to vinnie and feel happy you made the right decision.

if you want to look cool, go with the 5g.

 

[dr.morton]

While I love my iMod for its brilliant sound you should keep in mind that you can only use the modded iPod with an amp.
This limits its portability.

 

[fierce_freak]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick Christy I have a 4g redwine modded ipod photo and a 5g ipod video. Imod sounds much better.

Awesome, I came on today in hopes of finding this exact comparison. I have a redwine modded ipod and was wondering about the differences as I haven't had a chance to listen to a 5g yet.