Best MP3 player to replace my 160gb Ipod Classic

My Ipod Classic w/160gb has died as of yesterday. It was my trusted friend for over 6 years (got it in 2011) and now its gone. I had an emotional connection with that thing.

ANWAYS lol, i'm not really a big fan of the Ipod touch, there's too much going on and it feels like its just an iphone without the phone part. This is why I loved the Ipod classic, pure music/videos, sturdy, physical buttons instead of touch screen, easy to use. I also don't want the smaller ipods because I prefer something that I don't feel like ill break if it hits a wall.

My question is, is there another music player that has the sturdy feel of an ipod classic, has enough room for 3000+ songs, compatible with Itunes, budget friendly.im not looking to pay more than $200.

Fiio X1 or X3.

You will need to abandon iTunes as it only works with Apple products. There are many music managers available. Sony Media Go is similar. The music is compatible as long as it isn't protected content (.m4p).

http://m.fiio.net/en/products?c_id=1

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