Most on the forum users have adapted their hardware in some way to keep up with the software requirements

Some have gotten great results by tweaking XP machines to make them optimized for audio recording

Others have bought low-end computers with dual core processors and a lot of ram for a fairly cost effective way to maximize the software without having to tweak the hardware

STill others have spent much more for custom-built PCs geared toward music production.


People in all 3 groups are getting results that meet their needs; But each group defines its needs differently. A good starting point is to define your own needs and compare it to your budget.

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