Topic: Non-Apple Audiophile acceptable portable music players

[Crispy_Party]

I just wanted to get opinions on non-apple portable audio sources that are acceptable to an audiophile's taste. Off the bat I would think the higher end Creative line of players would be a good candidate as they support FLAC format.

http://ph.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=213&subcategory=214&product=18965&nav=1

Are there any others out there? Possibly one that offers a digital output?  Thanks. 

[JoeyGS]

Sansa Fuze or Sansa Clip

[mcbry]

Sony X-Series Walkman

[FrancisD]

If you want to go audiophile, the Chinese designed and made equipment may be a good alternative such as Hifiman (high end) or Cube (lower end). Sansa makes good sounding players at bottom prices, but these are not the best available.