cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/23671247

I’m currently eyeing either an iPod classic 5th gen or a Surfans F20, but definitely want input and suggestions on getting a decent portable music player.

Basically, I’m trying to find something that has good audio quality, is not touch screen, reasonably durable, repairable, upgradable, etc. Big storage capacity is a plus. I don’t wanna stream from it or have Bluetooth, mainly just wanna play audio files I load onto there and listen with my ear monitors. Totally fine altering hardware and software in order to get it to the point that meets what I’m looking for.

Any recommendations for this? Many thanks.

    • TheButtonJustSpins@infosec.pubEnglish
      5·
      2 days ago

      As a note, Tangara is for tech people who happen to like music, not for people who like music generally. It might get there eventually, but it sure as hell didn’t launch like that.

      Source: got one for my spouse. It sits in a drawer.

        • TheButtonJustSpins@infosec.pubEnglish
          4·
          1 day ago

          It’s not user friendly. If you’re looking for something anywhere near intuitive as an iPod was, it’s a long way away.

          That said, it’s mostly a firmware issue, so it can get there, but it needs a lot of work. I’m hopeful that it will be better in a few years.

          Edit: To answer your question, it’s a cool bit of tech, and it can play music, but it’s of interest as a bit of tech and not as a music player.

    • countrypunk@slrpnk.netOPEnglish
      2·
      2 days ago

      That looks really cool, but is too high for my price range unfortunately. I usually get nice things used (and reduced price) but this is too new to do that.