More iPod/iTunes Issues...

I've read posts from a few other people who have had problems with their iPod declaring itself full eventhough it isn't and I've seen the 'restore your iPod' tip in each thread. I gave this a try (seeing as I'm having the same issue) to no avail. My iPod currently has 687 items on it (this is after A LOT of deleting to get the iTunes library to fit) and is at 3.66 GB.
Given that minis are supposed to hold 1,000 songs how can I be full and so far from that number? Anyone have any ideas why? Or ways to help me tweak my iPod or iTunes so I can get everything loaded?
Any help is appreciated!

"So what's the best option?"
There is no "best" option, it's what suits you best. Apple would recommend you use the AAC format, and I would choose 160kbps as the bitrate. But that's just me. A bitrate less than that compromises sound quality to my ears, but you may not notice any difference between that and a bitrate of 128kbps. If you don't, then use the lower bitrate, and you'll get more songs on your iPod.
From my own point of view, I don't buy into this "AAC sounds better than mp3" mantra that many people preach here on the forums.
Don't let anyone tell you what to use. Use your own ears to decide what's best for you.

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