Hello everybody,
I am wondering if they have fixed the “pitch problem”, on the Clip Plus.
On the original ver.1&2 Clips, an Mp3 encoded at a 44.1 kHz sample rate (default setting for most software) will play back at a slower speed/lower pitch when compared to the original recording.
This is a real problem for anyone who likes to play along with the music on the clip, as it will be out of tune with your instrument.
The problem affects Mp3 encoded at 44.1 kHz sample rate (the default sample rate for all CDs and most Mp3).
If you are willing to encode your Mp3 at 48 Khz sample rate, when you rip your CDs, the pitch/time problem is not noticeable.
The fact that they have not fixed the original clip with a firmware update yet, is unacceptable.
In light of this, I would like to see the results of “pitch” tests for all playback formats with all sample rates, on the Clip Plus to see if there are any remaining (or new) pitch problems or other sound quality issues, that folks would want to know abut before they buy a new Clip.
Another question I have about the new Clip Plus, is regarding playback of non Mp3 files (FLAC, OGG Vorbis, etc.)
On the original Clips, playback of these formats causes a noticeable reduction in battery time.
Is this also true for the Clip Plus?
One of the great things about the original Clip is its excellent sound quality(if you ignore the pitch problem).
I’m wondering if, like the first clip, the Clip Plus hardware/firmware is optimized for playback of Mp3.
If so, I’m also wondering if there is any compromise/reduction of audio quality, when playing back non Mp3 files, as compared to Mp3.
I know that the built in mic is mostly intended for recording voice memos and lectures, and it works great for that.
I really like that feature.
Considering that they already invested in the hardware/software to allow the Clip to record audio, why only mono, why not record stereo? It would be great for recording band/choir practice or music at a local club or concert.
As it is now, it makes pretty good mono recordings of me playing my acoustic guitar into it.
Any changes to the center button function or other interface differences/options, besides folder view?
Link to, or scan of Clip Plus owners manual?
Can the Clip Plus be “Bricked Up” like the original?
What is the firmware version?
Wonder if it would work on an old Clip? (probably not)
Thanks much if you can answer any or all of these questions.
The most important to me, regards the pitch problem.
Best of luck to Sansa and there customers with the new Clip Plus Player.
Shame on Sansa for not fixing the pitch problem in the original Clip yet…
I will not purchase or recommend a new Sansa product until they address this defect on the old one.
Happy Trails…
Wavy