MP3 players and Tiger

Not so sure if this is the right forum. I need to find a new mp3 player thats compatible with Tiger. I am trying to find something other than an iPod, and between 5-10gb. The list that i found of mac compatible players aree all old MP3 players. Anyone know of any MP3 players that would work with Tiger? Looking for a preferably small in physical size, but has a good size drive 5-10 gigs. Some of the ones I found only have the little screen on them and you have to constantly have to click for the song you're looking for. Thanks!
iMac Intel Core Duo   Mac OS X (10.4.5)  

Hi, asraziel. Welcome to the Discussions.
Rio provides a list here of their players that are compatible with both iTunes and Mac OS X, though they are not specific about the version of Mac OS X. You'd have to check with them concerning specific compatibility with Tiger.
You may want to post your question on one of the iTunes for Mac Discussions if you're interested in using iTunes with a third-party player.
Note that no third-party player will directly support music downloads you purchase from iTMS as Apple does not license its encryption technology. If buying music through iTMS is something you want to do, then, you need an iPod.
Good luck!
Dr. Smoke
Author: Troubleshooting Mac® OS X

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