iPod Classic 120 GB [PMP Mega test] Review

Updated on 01-Aug-2023

This is a superb PMP for discerning music lovers – the overall aural representation remains very tonally neutral and if anything the Classic is actually a little more focussed on the highs than most other PMPs. But that’s not to say the mid-range and bass lacks in any way. Bass is detailed and punchy without any sort of bloat and individual bass notes have the necessary impact. The mid-range is detailed and clear, leaning slightly to the lush side of things. I say it focuses on the highs because it does so well with the higher frequencies which are detailed, and extends without any audible cut-off but there’s also no sibilance – the Classic exerts total control over the sonic spectrum. Especially noticeable on the U2 track ~Where The Streets Have No Name~ Bono’s vocals can sound sibilant and uncontrolled at times but not on the Classic. The opening drum scores on this track also had noticeable weight and there was a textural richness to the bass. It also has noticeably more power than the Nano and will drive around 10 percent higher volume levels.
 

At Rs. 15,400, the Classic is a steal of a deal, especially considering the performance and unmatched storage space. When you consider that Apple has just announced a new 160 GB version at the same price things get sweeter. It’s certainly not for someone who wants something really compact and pocket able but for the road-warrior audiophile it can’t get much better.


Pros:

  • Great screen
  • Possibly the best sounding PMP
  • Well built
  • Unmatched storage

Cons:

  • Heavy and bulky
  • Larger screen would have made it better at movies

 

Click here for a list of all PMPs reviewed

Apacer AU824

Compact and affordable

Apple iPod Classic

Size matters

Apple iPod Nano

Diminutive powerhouse

Cowon D2 Plus

The chunky wonder

Cowon iAudio 7

Pocketful of sound

Cowon S9

Jack of all trades

iPod Touch

The apple of our eye

Philips GoGear Aria

No use hanging around this aria

Philips GoGear Opus

Not major league material

Samsung YP-P3

Oh boy! Was our reaction

Samsung YP-Q2

Affordable for sure, but we expected more

 

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