I don't care how expensive things are, 1/8" jacks are terrible for MIDI. They make really expensive cars with those stupid iPad dashboards too, doesn't make it OK. I'm not pleased with the build quality of the Chinese gear I've seen and none of it seems much more innovative or cheaper than anything else out these days. I still await something really great from China. I'm sure they'll figure it out sooner or later but it's not quite time yet.

I got a couple of these FM-1s and they are very sturdy. I've taken them in planes, trains and automobiles, packed into various bags and suitcases and they still work fine after a couple months of abuse. I just pick a random firmware, bring wired headphones, charge the battery and then just jam for hours during my trip and it's always a great adventure. 50 euro + 10 euro shipping + unlimited easy-to-install firmware choices is unbeatable.

I don't care how expensive things are

Other people do.

I still await something really great from China

Try the Wall.