iPod-like desktop players- do they exist?

[Michael Volow]

Do there exist iPod-like desktop players?

-- a non-portable, desktop MP3 player with hard disk, jukebox-like playlist
firmware, connect to any audio amp or receiver. No computer needed to play.

Does anything like this exist now? Or soon in the pipeline. It would be a
boon for disk jockeys at dances, etc. Yes I know iPod with dock can connect
with regular audio equipment, but portability has tradeoffs.

Thanks.

[Todd H.]

"Michael Volow" > writes:

> Do there exist iPod-like desktop players?
>
> -- a non-portable, desktop MP3 player with hard disk, jukebox-like playlist
> firmware, connect to any audio amp or receiver. No computer needed to play.
>
> Does anything like this exist now?

The Creative Nomad Jukebox seried and the Archos Jukebox fit the bill
and are also portable. 1/8" stereo line out cable to 2RCA's for about
$6 at radio shack, and off you go.

You can create playlists using a computer away from the site and load
them into the player I believe so you don't have to use a small
display and interface ot build a massive playlist...but you can do it
that way too. Works plugged into the wall or off 4 AA batteries.

Audio quality is excellent. Both support WAV files too if you want to
get all linear and stuff.

Best Regards,
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