I completely lack fiscal discipline...

And you DESERVE it! lol

If you need mobile music, then that is the way to go.

I can relate as I haven't stopped upgrading components since I started a year ago. Could you please post a review or at least your opinion of the Shure e5c earpieces? I have an Ipod that I use $50 sony earbuds with when I am on the go. Happy Holidays!

Wait, you feel guilty for buying ONE iPod and headphones??

Look at the size man! That's nothing! This Christmas I bought myself;

5 new (used) power cords, 4 new tires (well will order this week) and a plasma TV!

I just saw the new Delphi MyFi mobile XM receiver, and would have had it for this year, but suspect it will drop in price soon so it's on a short hold and I'm still undecided about the new digital camera and which laptop I want.....

Enjoy your new toy! The iPods are great (I've got three on my computer right now) and merry Christmas!!!

Ken

Many thanks to everyone for not employing the guilt trips that always come from non-audiophools..."You spent HOW much on WHAT?!?!?"

Nicks...I found the e5c online for $369, so I placed the order and delivery should happen on Monday (Tuesday at the latest). I intend to put them to great use on my trip home to see my parents next week, while I'm there (they have NO audiophile gear whatsoever), and on the way back. So closer to New Year's, once I feel I can write something competent, I'll be happy to post.

In the meantime, there are a few good reviews available online...e-mail me if you have trouble locating them.

I'm proud of you, 'tis the season of giving, you gave to yourself. Just think of all the people you'll make happy by listening to your iPod rather than bothering them. Selfless!

I just got a new laptop and don't want to clutter up my hard drive with WAV files I rip from my extensive CD collection. I'm gonna buy one of these on Monday:

http://www.pccyber.com/scrItem.asp?product_id=3337&product_subtypes_id=378&product_types_id=9

Store all my CD WAV files on it then move stuff on and off my iPod at will. Merry Christmas, Jeff