I personally am a gadget freak, but I think I can make to with my psp to satisfy the music on the move urge.. I always carry a bag which serves as a permanent home for my psp on the move.. so even the last bit advantage of iPods (portabilty) is lost..

as for clarity, I don't really care much! I usually am riding my mobike when listening to music, so it doesn't register that much in any
case!

still! have fun with your iPod mate!