[I've posted this in the Vegas Audio forum, would would really value any opinions any of you have on this as well. As far as I know, a system that works well with video should work well with audio too].
I'm currently in the process of thinking about upgrading my DAW. My current, slightly ageing, system is:
ASUS P4TE mobo with Intel Chipset
512 MB RDRAM
1.8 Ghz Pentium 4 (Northwood)
Radeon 7000 graphics card
IBM/Hitachi 80GB ATA-100 drive (system)
Maxtor 120GB running at ATA-100 (audio)
M-Audio Audiophile
Windows XP Pro
This was built myself, and has been upgraded over the years. My preference would be to build a new system from scratch, keeping the one above for office uses. However, I've seen a non-custom system on offer by UK company Mesh Computers, which theoretically looks like a pretty good deal, especially considering the inclusion on a Sony 19" TFT display. Here's the info:
http://www.meshcomputers.com/updated/elite_3.htm
I'd really appreciate your opinions on how you think this would perform as a DAW, particularly with Vegas. Obviously I'd immediately do a couple of tweaks, such as remove/disable the modem and soundcard and replace it with mine, add a second hard drive, etc.
I'm a little out of touch with the general consensus of what the latest and greatest is with regard to DAW systems. A couple of years ago the ASUS/Northwood combo was the one to go with. What's the current feeling on Pentiums and DAWs; which Pentium 4 model is the one to go with? I believe the Pentium with that Mesh system is a Prescott. I think I'm pretty inclined to stick with Intel systems, but would certainly welcome any opinions/info towards AMD.
Apologies for asking so many questions, and any info is much appreciated.
Thanks
Ben
I'm currently in the process of thinking about upgrading my DAW. My current, slightly ageing, system is:
ASUS P4TE mobo with Intel Chipset
512 MB RDRAM
1.8 Ghz Pentium 4 (Northwood)
Radeon 7000 graphics card
IBM/Hitachi 80GB ATA-100 drive (system)
Maxtor 120GB running at ATA-100 (audio)
M-Audio Audiophile
Windows XP Pro
This was built myself, and has been upgraded over the years. My preference would be to build a new system from scratch, keeping the one above for office uses. However, I've seen a non-custom system on offer by UK company Mesh Computers, which theoretically looks like a pretty good deal, especially considering the inclusion on a Sony 19" TFT display. Here's the info:
http://www.meshcomputers.com/updated/elite_3.htm
I'd really appreciate your opinions on how you think this would perform as a DAW, particularly with Vegas. Obviously I'd immediately do a couple of tweaks, such as remove/disable the modem and soundcard and replace it with mine, add a second hard drive, etc.
I'm a little out of touch with the general consensus of what the latest and greatest is with regard to DAW systems. A couple of years ago the ASUS/Northwood combo was the one to go with. What's the current feeling on Pentiums and DAWs; which Pentium 4 model is the one to go with? I believe the Pentium with that Mesh system is a Prescott. I think I'm pretty inclined to stick with Intel systems, but would certainly welcome any opinions/info towards AMD.
Apologies for asking so many questions, and any info is much appreciated.
Thanks
Ben