Apple 20 GB 2nd Generation iPod M8741LL/A

Apple 20 GB 2nd Generation iPod M8741LL/A

Product Description
From the Manufacturer
iPod is fully integrated with the award-winning PC media player MUSICMATCH Jukebox Plus. All you need is FireWire (IEEE1394), so every song you add or playlist you create will automatically transfer to your iPod. The 20GB models come with a wired remote control that lets you fast-forward or rewind a track, play, pause and adjust volume using just one hand. The headphones are smaller in size, with new Neodymium transducer magnets for enhanced bass response, smoother midrange transitions, and accurate high-end reproduction.

iPod's rechargeable lithium polymer battery gives you 10 hours of continuous playback. At a 160Kbps compression rate (the default setting for encoding MP3s in iTunes), 20GB equals approximately 4,000 songs, or about 400 CDs. At 128Kbps, 20GB is equivalent to approximately 5,200 songs, or about 520 CDs. With an industry-leading 20 minutes of skip protection, iPod keeps playing without missing a beat. iPod has a 32MB solid-state memory cache, meaning that it has no mechanical or moving parts. The 20GB model includes an elegant carrying case with belt clip that protects your iPod from the elements.

Product Description:
Apple presents iPod - the first MP3 player to pack a countless number of songs and 10 hours of battery life into a stunning package you can literally take everywhere. It's your entire music collection. With no moving parts, the iPod's touch-sensitive scroll wheel is less vulnerable to dust, dirt or sand and more durable. The touch-sensitive scroll wheel is designed to retain its crisp feel throughout the lifespan of your iPod. There's even a clicker that makes a tiny clicking sound when the scroll wheel is moving.Small though it is, the iPod packs a lot of storage. The number of songs it holds depends on the compression rate you choose. At a 160Kbps compression rate (the default setting for encoding MP3s in iTunes), 5GB equals approximately 1, 000 songs, or about 100 CDs. That's how big it is on the inside. And with that much space, you might also find yourself storing documents, files and applications on your iPod in FireWire disk mode. iPod's rechargeable lithium polymer battery gives you 10 hours of continuous playback. In a hurry to get it recharged? Fast-charge the battery to 80% of capacity in an hour, and get it fully recharged in three hours. With an industry-leading 20 minutes of skip protection, iPod keeps playing without missing a beat. iPod has a 32MB solid-state memory cache, meaning that it has no mechanical or moving parts. Skip protection works by continually preloading up to 20 minutes of music into the cache, so your iPod is not affected by sudden movements.The 10GB and 20GB iPod models include a clip-on wired remote control that lets you fast-forward or rewind a track, play, pause and adjust volume using just one hand. They also include a designer carrying case with belt clip that protects your iPod from the elements and lets you clip it to your belt, backpack or purse.

Apple 20 GB iPod M8741LL/Aß(2nd Generation)
Average customer rating:

Goodbye Walkman

Ipod is rad

The MP3 Player that only Apple could make!

Some Disadvantages of the Apple ipod...

iPOD Dreams

Apple 20 GB iPod M8741LL/Aß(2nd Generation)

Manufacturer: Apple Computer
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Logitech mm22 Portable Speakers for iPod

Targus AEB05US Flip Case for iPod Small

Targus AEB02US Slide Case for iPod Small

AppleCare M9404LL/A Protection Plan for iPod

NETGEAR Wireless Digital Music Player

Product Features:

Discontinued by manufacturer, replaced by model #M8948LL/A

FireWire interface for fastest digital transfer available; covered FireWire port

Keep up to date with new calendar/scheduler and built-in clock

System requirements: PC with built-in FireWire or Windows-certified FireWire card; Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP Home or Professional

Includes wired remote control, remodeled headphones, Musicmatch Jukebox Plus software and carrying case with belt clip

ASIN: B00006FDRB

Product Description

Apple presents iPod - the first MP3 player to pack a countless number of songs and 10 hours of battery life into a stunning package you can literally take everywhere. It's your entire music collection. With no moving parts, the iPod's touch-sensitive scroll wheel is less vulnerable to dust, dirt or sand and more durable. The touch-sensitive scroll wheel is designed to retain its crisp feel throughout the lifespan of your iPod. There's even a clicker that makes a tiny clicking sound when the scroll wheel is moving.Small though it is, the iPod packs a lot of storage. The number of songs it holds depends on the compression rate you choose. At a 160Kbps compression rate (the default setting for encoding MP3s in iTunes), 5GB equals approximately 1, 000 songs, or about 100 CDs. That's how big it is on the inside. And with that much space, you might also find yourself storing documents, files and applications on your iPod in FireWire disk mode. iPod's rechargeable lithium polymer battery gives you 10 hours of continuous playback. In a hurry to get it recharged? Fast-charge the battery to 80% of capacity in an hour, and get it fully recharged in three hours. With an industry-leading 20 minutes of skip protection, iPod keeps playing without missing a beat. iPod has a 32MB solid-state memory cache, meaning that it has no mechanical or moving parts. Skip protection works by continually preloading up to 20 minutes of music into the cache, so your iPod is not affected by sudden movements.The 10GB and 20GB iPod models include a clip-on wired remote control that lets you fast-forward or rewind a track, play, pause and adjust volume using just one hand. They also include a designer carrying case with belt clip that protects your iPod from the elements and lets you clip it to your belt, backpack or purse.

Customer Reviews:

Goodbye Walkman.......2006-01-16

I got the chance to test the mp3 waters when my venerable Sports Walkman gave up the ghost, and now that my 44 year old eyes are making it hard to focus on close objects, the iPod's clear, large screen seemed a better choice; however, I wasn't sure about spending hundreds for a new iPod, so I got a used iPod: a second generation 20 gb wonder, at a fraction of the cost of a new iPod. Not only does it sound very good -- almost as good as any portable cassette player I ever owned -- but it is a paragon of attractive design. The original headphones were damaged and the battery will be spent soon, but otherwise the iPod was in excellent shape, even the scratches were few and minor (the original owner admonished me to always use the black belt clip carrying case Apple includes with each iPod.)

I replaced the headphones with the AUDIO OUTFITTERS SX50 ezEars Earphones for the Apple iPod, which are comfortable and for the price (less than $30) sound excellent. The only beef I have with the sound is that certain guitar tracks -- especially Jeff Beck for some reason -- seem unusually quiet (this is very rare though.) The battery can be easily replaced these days through a number of reputable sellers but for now the battery serves well enough for my needs (mostly jogging.)

The iPod is so intuitive to use that you don't even look at it while jogging: if you want to change a song or adjust the volume, just reach over and touch the wheel (great for older eyes.) The music will briefly skip on occasion if you are running hard, but its not serious unless you are a devoted audiophile. The FireWire data exchange and charging setup is fast, effortless and reliable (I'm using iTunes and a Mac though, the reviews I've read here indicate PC users are having a much tougher time, or were a few years ago.)

My used iPod earned pretty good marks for a device that is supposedly outdated. If you don't need to be on the cutting edge this little device can offer you real value for your money. Its time to finally say goodbye to the Walkman for good -- what am I going to do with all those tapes?

Cons? I've become a podcast junkie: I hardly listen to the radio anymore, whether I'm in the mood for music or chatter. I've also become an iPod accessory addict. For an iPod this old you can get extras for a pittance (today I got a half dozen skins for 14 bucks, including shipping.) For jogging with this iPod get a XtremeMac(XTM-IPS-SPW-10)Sportwrap for iPod, its not fancy but it works. I've also found myself lusting for some pretty expensive headphones, and maybe a mod or two . . . these things are like a musical addiction.

One quick sidenote: when you recharge your iPod, the best way to prolong your battery life is to use it for a few hours (optimally one or two) and then recharge it afterwards (for example, after excercise or a commute.) The worst thing you can do is to drain it completely and then recharge it fully. This seems counterintuitive when compaired to other electronic devices but all the data I've been able to find confirms it.

Addendum: I've been using this iPod for around 9 months now and if anything my opinion of it has only improved: the battery life has always been short (around 4 hours) but has not degraded in the time I've used it, so I've yet to need a replacement. I don't know if this would save battery life or not, but I pretty much leave my iPod plugged into some kind of outlet all the time: either my Netalog TransPod All-In-One - Power adapter (car) + battery charger when its in the car or Apple iMac G5 Desktop with 17" M9843LL/A (1.8 GHz PowerPC G5, 512 MB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive) when its at home.

I've encountered only three problems: it sometimes (rarely) skips while running, it froze once (a kid showed me how to reset it), and once while driving the light decided to stay on at night (again, a reset solved this.) I also find I'm using the clock, alarm, calendar and even the brickout game frequently. Pretty high marks for the little machine, and I've come to really like its looks -- even more than the newer iPods. I'm very happy with this purchase.

Ipod is rad.......2004-07-21

I really love my Ipod. It has the coolest UI ever. I figured it out in no time flat.

The MP3 Player that only Apple could make!.......2003-09-12

As a long time PC/Windows user, I've always been impressed with Apple's equipment, but also always at a distance. After purchasing my new iPod, I'm wondering why I don't have more equipment from them. This product is one of the first I've purchased in some time that delivers exactly on its promises, worked immediately out of the box as expected, and was just too fun and easy to use. In fact, it took longer to install the FireWire card on my PC, then it did to install, configure and start loading songs onto my iPod.

I'm sure you can read the features this iPod offers elsewhere, but let me tell you that all of those features are indeed included and this device performs extremely well and plays songs as well or better than any other device I've owned. In fact, if you're anything like me, once you start using an iPod, you'll wonder what you did before. Playing music from CDs, even my personal mixes, now seems so antiquated.

Assuming you decide to purchase this, here are a few tips: 1) consider the 40GB model. Now that I have this, I wonder if more might be even better (I'm nowhere near my 20GB limit, but more is always better, right?!), 2) consider adding an auto power kit for recharging from the lighter for long trips, and 3) very seriously consider getting the FM transmitter to play iPod tunes over any FM radio (Belkin makes a great model for about $30).

After that, the hardest decision is which songs to load up and play first. Enjoy!

Some Disadvantages of the Apple ipod..........2003-08-06

I will make this short..yes, it is user friendly and simplified compared to other mp3 players. BUT it is almost TOO simplified. here are some of the things it lacks.
- No Line In jack for recording
- No USB capability (except for the new version, but that requires you to buy and adaptor
- Cannot drag and drop files like you can on the Archos Jukebox 20Gb (requires Matchbox to modify files on player)
- a bit pricey compared to other mp3 players
- It's Apple, enough said..
- only can create playlists through Matchbox
- since it is firewire and most people dont have firewire cards you much purchase one, but not only that if you ever want to use it as a portable swap drive to share files, the other computer would need the card too.

iPOD Dreams.......2003-07-08

I just recieved my iPOD today, and think its amazing. It is small compact and easy to navigate. The only "bad" things about it is that it picks up fingerprints in a heartbeat, but other than that it is pure perfection.

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