Like kyyd mentioned, fiio [1] is one of the best (if not the best) manufacturer of portable players.
I've heard really good things about a Korean brand called Cowon [2] too. Have my eyes on their Plenue line ATM. Pricey, but it's what I'd expect from high-end audio devices.
I've heard really good things about a Korean brand called Cowon [2] too. Have my eyes on their Plenue line ATM. Pricey, but it's what I'd expect from high-end audio devices.
[1] http://fiio.net/en/
[2] http://www.cowonglobal.com