Cheap MP3 Players- You Don't Have to Break the Bank!

With all the competitive technology wars, manufacturers are constantly building upon existing technologies by improving features and inventing new ones. Today, if you are looking for an MP3 player you can also get a cellular phone, GPS and gaming system all in one device. The advantages to all these evolving technologies are that the consumer benefits by the consistent falling prices of what is considered to be "outdated" technology. For those of you who just want an MP3 player for listening to music on the go, there is good news. In the world of consumer electronics, it is now feasible to find cheap MP3 players in Canada that will more than satisfy your music listening needs. Models such as the Creative Labs Zen Stone Plus available in 1GB and 2GB memory capacity, the Klegg Mini 1GB, Creative Zen V Plus 2GB, and Sandisk Sansa e250 are just some examples of bargain MP3s that can be purchased at incredibly cheap prices.


The Creative Zen Stone Plus offers 1GB and 2 GB models and both come in a choice of six colors. If you are looking for an MP3 player which offers good sound quality, easy to use, and includes a standard mini USB port for syncing and charging then the 1GB should more than suffice. It also supports audible files and has a skip folder that’s makes it easy to skip through groups of tracks. This device has the ultra affordable price tag of a mere $40. If you are looking for some extra handy features, the 2GB model offers an FM tuner, a stopwatch, and a voice recorder all for $70! It even has a tiny screen displaying the current track being played. These models are perfect for taking to the gym or on the go and offer different carrying accessories such as the armband, leather cases, or clear-plastic cases for optimum portability.


The Klegg Mini 1 GB is the smallest MP3 and Photo Player with a color display, voice recorder and FM tuner. The Klegg Mini can store up to 300 songs displaying song titles on the screen and plays back your photos as a slide-show. It has an easy to control navigation mode where you can select your songs or pictures. This little device can offer you up to 26 hours of playback time and has a USB rechargeable battery charge via your computer's USB port. Included with the Klegg Mini are Headphones and a workout necklace all for the cheap price of $60- Now that is a bargain!


There are also relatively cheap MP3 players out there, which offer some more features without inflating the price too much such as the Creative Zen V Plus. This device has a lot to offer in one little package with a 1.5' viewable screen for clips, pictures, and song title display as well as an FM tuner and video playback features. You can pick up the 2GB for $79.99, which is only $20 more dollars than the Zen Stone plus 2GB model. For the 20 extra bucks the screen display brings more to the table with its 1.5" display and photo/video playback. If you're already running Windows Media Player you don't need to install any software to start syncing content to the player. Unfortunately, the device uses MTP, so you won't be able to sync it with any machines that aren't running Windows XP. The device is covered in a scratch-resistant coating, but if you prefer you can cover it up with a protective skin available in 6 colors. Overall, this is a great buy for someone looking for more than just a music player and at a cheap price.


The Sandisk Sansa e250 is another MP3 with extra functions such as an FM tuner/recorder, voice recording, and photo and video playback in a compact and durable device. It has a nice tactile navigation wheel and a well-designed software interface. The SanDisk Sansa e250's 1.8-inch screen is oriented in portrait mode, and provides a large amount of space for navigation and watching clips. The user-removable battery and the Micro SD expansion slot are nice added touches to this sleek device. The SanDisk Sansa e200 package includes the player, earbuds, a black slip-on case reminiscent of the iPod case, a lanyard, a proprietary USB cable, and a software CD. Unfortunately, there is no AC adapter in the package. You can get all these advanced features for the price of $100, which is considered cheap for an MP3 player which packs all these features.


With all these new models and rising technologies, MP3s are not the expensive item they once were. Today you can compare Canadian prices for MP3 players find a perfectly fit MP3 player for very cheap prices with additional features as well. Whether you are looking for a basic MP3 for listening to music or an MP3 with a screen and playback mode, there is something for everyone looking for a cheap MP3 player.