IPod Shuffle vs Nano sound quality

Hello.
I'm planning on buying the new iPod Shuffle. Is the sound quality the same as the latest iPod Nano?
~Matt

Haven't listened to latest (3rd Gen) nano but I do know that current shuffle sound quality is a bit less than that of 1st Gen shuffle and 1st Gen nano. But that's MY opinion, your experience may vary...

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