I have to admit I've been experimenting withn 320KBit MP3s and they are, as you say, very good. My assertion was based on the 96KBit MP3s I've been making for the web, which do sound truly awful.

It still troubles me as to why, if Creative Labs (of all people) can make an MP3 walkman that fits in your wallet, can't somebody make an in-car one with a built-in amplifier? I think I'll just have to hope that some company, inspired by EMPEG's success, builds me the unit I want. Until then I shall be patient and I wish you all many happy hours of listening to your high end sounds.

Mark.