How to Choose Accessories For Your MP3 Player

By. Fibriany

Now that you've purchased your mp3 player, you're ready to take your listening experience to the next level with the right accessories.

Cases 

Mp3 players need to be handled carefully. You can find a case for whatever brand of mp3 player you have. For more protection, choose a metal or plastic case. If you choose these cases, you can prevent scratches to the body of the player with a skin and protect the display with a screen protector.

Armbands

Armbands are ideal if you want to use your mp3 player while walking, running or exercising. However, you need to choose the right armband for the exact mp3 player model that you have.

An armband case assures comfort - and peace of mind - when you go exercising with your mp3 player. Just slip your mp3 player into the armband case, adjust the strap, and get going.

Speakers and Headphones

When you are home, you can connect your mp3 player to speakers. Some speakers are attached to a docking station that recharges player and connect it to your computer. Mp3 speakers are also available in portable sizes. Even if the original manufacturers might not supply quality or comfortable headphones with the mp3 player, there are many other companies that will offer you some of the best portable speakers, ear buds or headphones.

Batteries and Chargers

Common methods of recharging your mp3 player when you're away from home are with an A/C charger, automobile charger or battery backup devices. Flash mp3 players (the models that work with an embedded memory chip) usually need AA or AAA size batteries.

Most hard drive mp3 players (the models that hold the memory on a hard disk) have a built in lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

FM

FM transmitters plug into the headphone jack in newer cars and broadcast the music on an empty FM station.

Remote Control

Who would have thought that you would need a remote control for your mp3 player? Wireless remotes are a godsend if you dock your player at home, use it in the car, or use an armband case.
Adapters and Cables

You need a cable or an adapter if you want to connect your mp3 player to your car, your PC or your stereo system from home.

Docking Stations

Besides the headphone jack, not all models of mp3 players have other needed output connections.

Bags and Cases

You can use hard cases, plastic or leather cases and bags. The plastic cases are the most used, as hard cases are not always easy to use, and leather cases and bags are trendy, but they will not protect your mp3 player all the time.

Now you know what kind of accessories you can have for your favorite mp3 player.