Sansa Clip Zip 8GB on Sale for $40 at Costco

[odiakkoh]

Originally Posted by Ralph Sir Edward

You see, it's a kinda philosophical issue. All-in-one (that do only one thing well, at best) or separate gadgets that are best-of-breed. Most of the people on this thread are "best-of-breed"ers.
We also firmly believe in keeping our data separate from our gadgets. That way, When our gadgets die, and they will, eventually, we just plug the separate data into the new gadget. No fuss. I listen to Apple iPhone users always complaining about their latest firmware upgrades...(The time it took, having to reload apps/data, ect..) But it is slicker to use, no argument. But not my style.

I don't consider the nano an all in one device. It's just Apple's overpriced version of the clip. I own an iPhone and love mine but when it's nano vs clip it's a no brainer to pick the clip.

[tubemonkey]

Here's a comparison between the iPod nano (6th Gen) and the Sansa Clip+ from CNET's Prizefight (Oct 2010). The spoiler tag shows the winner.

Spoiler:

The Clip+ takes all five rounds with a 4.0 vs the nano's 3.0 on a 5-point scale.

iPod nano vs Sansa Clip+

[Greg Anos]

Here's a value example based on current prices at Newegg

iPod Nano (8GB) - $125

Sansa Clip Zip (4GB) - $39 ($5 off sale for black ones today)

Micro SD chips 32 GB - $19 (class 4, way fast enough for music, free shipping) x 4 chips (128 GB storage)

Zipper holder capable of holding 16 SD chips - $8 at Amazon

Total cost for Sansa $39 + $76 (4x$19) + $8 = $123

Get player + extra memory (total 132 GB - 128 + 4) + plus card case.

Total cost for iPod Nano = $125

Get player + 8GB memory.


When gadget dies, have left for other use.

Sansa - 4 Micro SD chips (128GB) + zipper SD case

iPod Nano - nothing.


And most of us on this thread consider the Sansa better as a music player, head to head and ignoring the costs involved.

Cheaper to start, more when you're done, and better along the way? That's why we're serious fans of Sansa...But it has all the style of a runover piece of toast...

[GA Russell]

Ralph, could you please give us a link to Amazon's $8 zipper holder?

Thanks!

[Greg Anos]

Originally Posted by GA Russell

Ralph, could you please give us a link to Amazon's $8 zipper holder?

Thanks!

http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Memory-P...sd+case+holder

This is the current version, I have older versions...

Yiu could also check Ebay, they are often for sale there cheaper...

[Blossom]

I use this as my Clip cases. I have a black and a blue one. They need batteries but the speakers aren't half bad. I can fit the player, Earphones and USB cable inside it.

[deli77]

I saw this at Costco yesterday and almost picked one up, but I decided to look into something first.

Is it possible to import playlists created in itunes (or convert them to be compatible) and will these playlists point to files located partially on internal memory and partially on SD cards?

I read somewhere that on at least some Sansa models, the audio files must reside in the same location (internal memory vs SD card) as the playlist files. If the audio files aren't in the same location, they are automatically copied to it (obviously not the best solution for organizing files or maximizing storage).

I really want to get the Sansa and love the expandability, but if doesn't handle this issue well, I'll probably need to get an ipod classic instead (my music library is pretty large and would need to be stored on 4 32gb cards).

Thanks.

[Catlady]

Originally Posted by Blossom

I use this as my Clip cases. I have a black and a blue one. They need batteries but the speakers aren't half bad. I can fit the player, Earphones and USB cable inside it.

Oooh, I like this. About how big is it? I don't see a measurement listed.

[Greg Anos]

Originally Posted by deli77

I saw this at Costco yesterday and almost picked one up, but I decided to look into something first.

Is it possible to import playlists created in itunes (or convert them to be compatible) and will these playlists point to files located partially on internal memory and partially on SD cards?

I read somewhere that on at least some Sansa models, the audio files must reside in the same location (internal memory vs SD card) as the playlist files. If the audio files aren't in the same location, they are automatically copied to it (obviously not the best solution for organizing files or maximizing storage).

I really want to get the Sansa and love the expandability, but if doesn't handle this issue well, I'll probably need to get an ipod classic instead (my music library is pretty large and would need to be stored on 4 32gb cards).

Thanks.

I can only vouch for the clip+, it does not auto move files. Personaly , I never load anything onto the internal memory, and just keep everything on external memory. I don't use playlists, so I can't vouch for those...

[Greg Anos]

Originally Posted by Catlady

Oooh, I like this. About how big is it? I don't see a measurement listed.

Amazon quotes - 1.8 x 4.3 x 6.7 inches ; 6.2 ounces (but that may be the outside package dimensions.

[GA Russell]

Originally Posted by Ralph Sir Edward

http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Memory-P...sd+case+holder

This is the current version, I have older versions...

Yiu could also check Ebay, they are often for sale there cheaper...

Thanks Ralph!

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by Catlady

Oooh, I like this. About how big is it? I don't see a measurement listed.

It's hard to describe the size. It's not small but it's not big. It can fit in my purse. I know I'm no help.
It's a hard shell. I usually clip it to my purse though.

4x6.5 and a little over 1 inch tall. This is my own measurement so it's not concise.

[deli77]

Originally Posted by Ralph Sir Edward

I can only vouch for the clip+, it does not auto move files. Personaly , I never load anything onto the internal memory, and just keep everything on external memory. I don't use playlists, so I can't vouch for those...

Apparently, the Clip Zip copies files to the location of the playlists, it doesn't just move them. The original files are still there, taking up space. The Clip+ seems ideal. It's also rated better than the ipod nano on Cnet. Anyone know if Costco often has the Clip+ in stock? If not, I'll go Amazon.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by Catlady

Oooh, I like this. About how big is it? I don't see a measurement listed.

Never mind... I really should refrain from posting when I'm half-asleep

[cromag]

Originally Posted by Draculaa

Where do you buy songs in FLAC format from? Google shows no good sites.

Some bands allow "tapers" to record their concerts. These concerts are usually posted at Archive.org in a variety of formats, almost always including FLAC. Otherwise, you can buy music in FLAC format at small, specialty sites, but the only ones I know specialize in Electronic/Space/Ambient music.