[nsx_23]

Just had the chance to test out a new 8GB nano at the Apple store today with my SF5pros.

It sounds way better than the old nanos. The bass is much richer than before, and the mids and highs are clearer than older incarnations of the nano. The back of it actually isn't as curved as I thought it looked on the website, so strapping an amplifier to it shouldn't be a big problem. Its still not Cowon D2 good in that the highs sound a bit rolled off, but is now definitely an iPod that I could recommend to people.

So tempted to put an order down for a 16GB model right now

The colors aren't as brigh in person compared to the apple pictures either. The yellow is ugly in person...

 

[shigzeo]

not as good as the d2? definately stay away as i sold mine as soon as i heard the nano 3g

 

[nsx_23]

What I mean was that the treble isn't as nice as the D2, but overall I was quiet impressed. I think that, with an amp, this nano will actually win me over to the dark side....

I should say the accelerometer was very buggy, and Apple needs to fix the sensitivity of it in a firmware update. It rotates to the landscape setting easily, but than it has a hard time recognizing when the nano is fully upright again.

I'm probably going to put an order down for a 16GB at my apple store. What color should I get?

 

[nismohks]

im gonna get a red one

many of the new colours just seem so... meh??

actually, debating whether to go nano or the touch (notice i didnt say itouch...)

i like the flexibility of using wifi for the touch, which beats the heck out of using my n95 for emergency purposes

 

[nsx_23]

I'm considering picking up a refurbed 1st gen touch since they can get most of the functionality of the newer ones with the firmware update. Its also cheaper than the 16GB nano I was about to order as well....

 

[Dublo7]

Quote:

Originally Posted by shigzeo /img/forum/go_quote.gif not as good as the d2? definately stay away as i sold mine as soon as i heard the nano 3g

The 3g nano did sound pretty awful.

 

[nsx_23]

Hmmm, 1st gen refurbed touch or 16GB nano......

 

[Kaney]

yea how about 1st touch compare with 4G nano in SQ?

 

[psikey]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaney /img/forum/go_quote.gif yea how about 1st touch compare with 4G nano in SQ?

The 2nd gen touch & 4th gen Nano are a step forward from the 1st gen Touch. Most significant for me is lots of hiss with my Shure SE530's with 1st gen touch but next to none with the 2nd gen Touch & 4th Gen Nano. Also more apparent bass without EQ with the new ones. Much more pleasing sound all round to my ears.

 

[nsx_23]

Hmm, I think I'll purchase an 8GB 2nd gen touch than

The applications function and internet browsing is too tempting.

 

[Diseasedyak]

I saw this asked earlier, but no one ever answered and I'm wanting to know as well: Do the 4G Nanos support current LOD's? I assume it's the same connection, just wanting to make sure before purchasing.

Incidentally, what about the 2G Touch, does it support LOD connections?

Thanks! Looking forward to getting a 4G Nano.

 

[shigzeo]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dublo7 /img/forum/go_quote.gif The 3g nano did sound pretty awful.

i actually find the 3g to be my favourite overall sound sig of all my portables.

 

[abitdeef]

No 16 gig nanos here yet, but as soon as I get one the first thing I'm gonna do is check out the LO. I have a 1st and 2nd gen nano compare it to (although I really can't tell much of a difference betwix the 2) my son has my 3g nano at collage. I still have a 5.5 gen and touch 1st gen ( which also sound very very similar- except LO on touch sounds better to me). So we shall see, my plan is to use the nano for music and my touch for video- games ect. But it has to match the LO of the touch, because I use an amp when I listen at home (Iqube).

 

[filipelli]

Quote:

Originally Posted by nsx_23 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm considering picking up a refurbed 1st gen touch since they can get most of the functionality of the newer ones with the firmware update. Its also cheaper than the 16GB nano I was about to order as well....

That's so funny you say that. I just picked up a 16gb ipod touch 1st gen from someone who didn't really know the value with the second release. Got it for $135 shipped in primo conditio

Cheaper than the 8gb nano haha. You just have to find the right deal if you aren't in too much of a hurry.

 

[dvessel]

I doubt they'd change it. That line out is used for a lot of accessories like radio transmitters and car adapters.

There were a few changes to the connector but it's only for video out but that change happened a few generations back.

Look at the chart here:

AppleInsider | Review: Apple's fourth-generation iPod nano [Page 3]