[castano22]

I know, I know, BB isn't really a device used for media but I'm getting seriously compelled into getting one especially since I have a PlayBook. The only problem I have is that I like to listen to music a lot and last BB I owned didn't have that great of a music quality to it. Any suggestions? Or should I just go Windows Phone? I don't plan on going Android since I got bored of it after having my Galaxy Nexus.

[416to604]

music quality is largely dependant on the format/compression of the audio files and the output device you are using (headphones, earbuds, speakers). i get great sound out of my 9900 because i use 320kbps MP3s almost exclusively (except for the mixtape music i listen to) and the Sony earbuds and DJ headphones i use are capable of a nice frequency response and sensitivity. BBs even go a bit beyond the call and include an EQ for a more tailored sound. give it chance, i dont think you will be disappointed.

Also a BB phone and playbook are a match made in heaven. the pair compliment each other quite well because of Bridge features that are well documented in this forum.

[sydsam]

BB supports FLAC, the rest is up to headphones.

[sedalia066]

What 416to604 said. High bitrate MP3 files and good sound reproducing hardware on a 9900 is a fine option. The built in speakers are OK but other accessories work even better. My phone often feeds a high end stereo system. Completely acceptable for hours of listening. Recommended for sound playback in my world.

[dusdal]

If you purchase songs from the blackberry music store on your bb or playbook, it is quite a high quality file. Many standard length songs run into 10Mb territory.

[southlander]

BlackBerry works fine for music.

Sent from my BlackBerry 9930 using Tapatalk

[cevag]

I use my BB9900 to play music all the time, I use AKG headphones or plug in to my Yamaha receiver sytem and its fine.

[bbmme]

My 9900 was awesome with music's eh

[ianchristie1972]

Even my 9700 has decent sound quality as long as I use decent earbuds or headphones.

Sent from my BlackBerry 9700 using Tapatalk

[castano22]

Ah okay that's all I wanted to know. I don't have a problem with headphones since I use Audio Technica M50's. Well I guess I'm giving BB a try. Anyone know where I can get it 9900 unlocked? I have looked but I would rather go to a recommended site.