Best MP3 players

  • 9.0 7

    Sennheiser IE 8

    04 Dec 2008 5:21 PM

    This pair of sound-isolating earphones is one of our all-time favourites, with explosive bass that dance fans will adore.

  • 8.7 8.8

    Apple iPod Touch (3rd generation, 32GB)

    24 Sep 2009 5:53 PM

    Though the updates are subtle, the third-generation iPod Touch still leaves its competitors in the dust.

    Specs: Flash , 32GB, 480 x 320 pixels, Yes , No , No

  • 8.6 6.7

    Apple iPod Nano (5th generation)

    15 Sep 2009 2:49 PM

    Not sure which new iPod to choose? The Nano's fifth incarnation wins hands down, with FM tuner and video camera being more than just cheap gimmicks.

    Specs: Flash , 8GB, 376 x 240 pixels, Yes , Yes

  • 8.5

    Philips GoGear Mix (4GB)

    19 Oct 2009 4:27 PM

    The GoGear Mix is exactly what people are looking for in an MP3 player. It's easy to load with music, simple to operate and a pleasure to listen to.

    Specs: No , Yes , Voice

  • 8.2

    Bang & Olufsen A8 Earphones

    23 Jul 2009 12:57 PM

    The original and still the best, the Bang & Olufsen A8 Earphones sound good and look great, but if you're looking for an exciting result these aren't for you.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo

  • 8.1

    Creative Aurvana Air

    05 Jun 2009 4:04 PM

    The Creative Aurvana Air is a beautiful looking and sounding set of headphones, but it's expensive and not suited to public transport.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo

  • 8.0

    AKG K 702

    22 May 2009 4:28 PM

    The AKG K 702 Open Back Dynamic Reference Headphones offer an ultra-comfortable way to enjoy sound that is remarkably more open than most sets; they're like personal speakers for your head.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo

  • 8.0 10

    Ultrasone Zino

    22 Jul 2009 1:14 PM

    Ultrasone's Zino headphones strike the perfect middle ground of performance, style and convenience for earbud-eschewing connoisseurs of portable audio.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo

  • 8.0

    Altec Lansing Mix iMT800

    24 Sep 2009 3:53 PM

    The design of Altec Lansing's Mix iMT800 may not appeal to everyone, but its winning combination of good performance, lots of oomph and portability makes it one of the best iPod speaker options out there.

  • 8.0 10

    Sennheiser HD 438

    30 Oct 2009 11:31 AM

    The HD 438 just falls shy of a fully immersive audio experience, but these mid-range headphones are very comfortable for the home listener.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo , Closed , 17-22500 Hz, 32 Ω , 1.4 - 3 m

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