Archos Jukebox series

Users could also copy files straight onto the device without any additional software, which allows the Jukebox 6000 to work on any operating system.

The robust and chunky design did somewhat hinder its portability but due to the large disk capacity, the Jukebox proved to be popular.

This device also has a 1-bit charcell LCD screen with two lights above showing power and HDD activity.

Also, like Archos' other products, this is also connectible to a hifi with its line out source, which was ideal for portable DJs.

It weighs 350 g. The Jukebox is historically notable for shipping with a user interface and operating system so unfriendly and bug-ridden as to inspire Björn Stenberg and other programmers to develop a superior, free and open-source replacement operating system.

The two can be somewhat differentiated because earlier Recorder models came with the smaller hard drive capacities: 6, 10, or 15 gb.

Although discontinued, the Jukebox Recorder with USB 2.0 interface remains in some demand because of the enhanced speed of the USB 2.0 connection (in contrast to USB 1.1), the capability of the device to be flashed with the free and open source Rockbox firmware, the device's recording feature, easy to replace AA-sized NiMH batteries, and its use of easily upgradeable 2.5" standard laptop hard drives.

The player also has the ability to record audio from a line-in source (cables supplied) straight into MP3 format.