Hey guys,
So, I'm looking to build my first PC. I'm an amateur music producer in my free time, so whatever I build needs to have enough processing power to handle reason 4.0, ProTools and several USB MIDI-input instruments (drum-pad, keyboard, mixer, etc.)
I've got a 46" Sony Bravia w/HDMI inputs that I'd also like to have connected to my PC (to watch movies + browse from the couch) and am dreaming of a core 3-monitor setup to actually make music/do basic spreadsheet work + trade on.
Below are the specs I'm looking to hit...obviously interested in whatever advice you guys have, this my first go at this and I apologize in advance for any n00b-related errors...
1) Robust processing power - this build needs to be able to handle lots of intense audio editing/music production/trading-related multitasking that in my experience can sometimes tax the hell out of CPUs...I also don't want to have to upgrade for a while so overkill is A-OK.
2) Lots of RAM - sounds take up lots of space and would like to be able to access as many as possible as quickly as possible in Reason, etc.
3) Quad-monitor setup w/the ability to display high-quality HD video with no hiccups/stutters/crashes on a 46" Sony Bravia w/HDMI inputs. The other 3 screens should be good resolution, high-quality, nice looking 21"+ monitors that I'll be using for the actual musicmaking/some basic spreadsheet work. I don't do any gaming now, but might try some Flight Simulator X in the future...
4) Lots of HD space. Multiple drives OK. Open to the idea of an SSD - from what I've been reading, they boot a ton faster...plus the idea of having one just sounds cool haha
5) Lots of USB ports, or the ability to plug in a powered external USB port for all the peripherals I'll be hooking up to the machine (drum pad, music keyboard, mixer, computer keyboard, mouse, ipod dock, blackberry dongle, external HD that I already own)
6) A good sound card that will (if this is even possible) be able to output digital audio to an external A/V/ receiver/amplifier.
7) A good wired mechanical keyboard + a good wired mouse. Right now I'm using a Lenovo KB1021 and love it, but I'm sure there are even better ones out there.
8) Decent to good looking case. Mid / Full sized towers are just fine. LED/clear stuff is cool too, but not absolutely necessary.
And the budget...anything up to $2,500 (really can go as high as $3,000 if absolutely necessary), inclusive of the 3 new monitors. Controlling for quality, cheaper is always better, but this is my dream setup and I finally have enough cash on hand to make it happen.
Alright, I'm excited to hear what you all have in mind!
P.S. I live in the US.
So, I'm looking to build my first PC. I'm an amateur music producer in my free time, so whatever I build needs to have enough processing power to handle reason 4.0, ProTools and several USB MIDI-input instruments (drum-pad, keyboard, mixer, etc.)
I've got a 46" Sony Bravia w/HDMI inputs that I'd also like to have connected to my PC (to watch movies + browse from the couch) and am dreaming of a core 3-monitor setup to actually make music/do basic spreadsheet work + trade on.
Below are the specs I'm looking to hit...obviously interested in whatever advice you guys have, this my first go at this and I apologize in advance for any n00b-related errors...
1) Robust processing power - this build needs to be able to handle lots of intense audio editing/music production/trading-related multitasking that in my experience can sometimes tax the hell out of CPUs...I also don't want to have to upgrade for a while so overkill is A-OK.
2) Lots of RAM - sounds take up lots of space and would like to be able to access as many as possible as quickly as possible in Reason, etc.
3) Quad-monitor setup w/the ability to display high-quality HD video with no hiccups/stutters/crashes on a 46" Sony Bravia w/HDMI inputs. The other 3 screens should be good resolution, high-quality, nice looking 21"+ monitors that I'll be using for the actual musicmaking/some basic spreadsheet work. I don't do any gaming now, but might try some Flight Simulator X in the future...
4) Lots of HD space. Multiple drives OK. Open to the idea of an SSD - from what I've been reading, they boot a ton faster...plus the idea of having one just sounds cool haha
5) Lots of USB ports, or the ability to plug in a powered external USB port for all the peripherals I'll be hooking up to the machine (drum pad, music keyboard, mixer, computer keyboard, mouse, ipod dock, blackberry dongle, external HD that I already own)
6) A good sound card that will (if this is even possible) be able to output digital audio to an external A/V/ receiver/amplifier.
7) A good wired mechanical keyboard + a good wired mouse. Right now I'm using a Lenovo KB1021 and love it, but I'm sure there are even better ones out there.
8) Decent to good looking case. Mid / Full sized towers are just fine. LED/clear stuff is cool too, but not absolutely necessary.
And the budget...anything up to $2,500 (really can go as high as $3,000 if absolutely necessary), inclusive of the 3 new monitors. Controlling for quality, cheaper is always better, but this is my dream setup and I finally have enough cash on hand to make it happen.
Alright, I'm excited to hear what you all have in mind!
P.S. I live in the US.
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