thanks for the advice.. so even the tiny clip is a bit better than an ipod touch? I guess I'll wait until they release the new batch of iPods this year.. 
Doesn't matter if you wait 3 months, 1 year, or 5 years (!). iPods, I believe, won't be going for better audio quality any time soon.
If you really want an iTouch, you could always buy an LOD (maybe even silver if you've the cash), and of course a dedicated amp.