it's always the big boys who get attention, but does anyone have experience with multiple brands of 512mb MP3 players? there is a lot more to chose from, trying to keep it around $100 since it's a gift. since i have a 20gb iriver, i don't know jack about the smaller players...help!

I'd get the Sandisk player from Newegg, it's just a little over $100 for the 512 version. Nice little player. My brother is going to be recieving the 256 this year. I know he will like it.

i have the 512mb iriver. i use it for running after i got my ipod, but it rules!

Going to be the best option for that price range.

yeah? i was just looking at that one before i came here. saw it was rated pretty high, but figured i better ask first just to be safe

Yeah, the iRiver is obviously going to be superior, but you are going to pay a ton more. Personally I love iRiver, but I don't have the money for it :-P