[loungitude]

This article sounds like BS. I am not taking sides with ipods or Zunes, just calling it like I smell it.

[driftdiver]

I bought my son a Zune after his iPod was stolen. He likes the Zune better.

Every company has disgruntled employees. Are we to believe that a disgruntled employee is a impartial and trusted source?

[newfreep]

I created a company that imports/distributes some VERY high end audio products as the exclusive US representative. Previous brands I have repped included a $350k amplifier and I've heard the best sounding components including cost no object digital sources.

That said, I'm using Win-XP but after downloading Safari for XP, my digital downloads sound noticeably better than IE8 - more clear & detailed.

I have no idea what Apple does on the audio side but my experience has been very good but still not in same ballpark as a good CD player or analog turntable/arm/cartridge combination.