First, on the subject: "The player is not powerful enough". The player can possibly be too low when using headphones, first and second, poor in classical or other soft music. Then it can really be that he is too quiet. Here Archos should still make improvements. The problem can be missed entirely if you use proper ear headphones (with the rubber stoppers in various. Sizes). Myself, the Creative EP 630 (which, incidentally, I only can recommend about 15 euros). With which the player is not too low. With these headphones, I could not use the full volume. And external noise are somewhat shielded. Now the players in general. 8 GB for 50 euros are really great. The possibility of extension with mini SD is also class. For me, absolutely important and indispensable is the Folder Navigation. The works great. Play music is a breeze. Player play via USB to the PC, files - done! The radio is also good. For photos, the display is too small. But I personally do not need it.