OT - which iPod replacement

I'm dreading the moment when my 160GB iPod Classic dies as it does exactly what I want and of course has now been (stupidly?) discontinued - the Apple 'replacements' don't appeal at all.
What do members think - and has anyone already found a decent alternative e.g. the FiiO X5 MP3
Mike
What do members think - and has anyone already found a decent alternative e.g. the FiiO X5 MP3
Mike