{"id":43165,"date":"2023-08-20T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-20T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psymedia.co.za\/?p=43165"},"modified":"2024-01-13T06:14:32","modified_gmt":"2024-01-13T04:14:32","slug":"best-computer-builds-for-music-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psymedia.co.za\/best-computer-builds-for-music-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Best PC Builds for Music Production"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
When it comes to music production, having a powerful and reliable computer is essential. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, having a machine that can handle the demands of music production software is crucial.<\/p>
In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best PC builds for music production, considering factors such as CPU performance, storage capacity, and overall value to help you find the perfect build for your needs.<\/p>
You will also have the advantage of being able to upgrade at a later stage, once your requirements increase.<\/p>
First, let’s define what we mean by a music production PC build. A PC build refers to the process of selecting and assembling the individual components that make up a computer.<\/p>
This includes the motherboard, processor (CPU)<\/a>, graphics card (GPU), RAM, storage (hard drive or SSD<\/a>), power supply, and case.<\/p> Besides the computer \u201cbox\u201d with all the components inside, you will also need an operating system (like Windows), your DAW software of choice and peripherals like a keyboard\/mouse, monitor screen and a set of headphones and\/or speakers.<\/p> By building your own PC, you have the flexibility to choose the specific components that best suit your needs and budget.\u00a0If you need something that\u2019s portable, you might want to opt for a laptop instead.<\/p> Now, let’s dive into some options for the best PC builds for music production.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t This PC build for music production is for those on a tight budget, however this computer still has the performance you need. The key is to prioritize the components that are most important for this task, such as the CPU and storage.<\/p>\n For the CPU, we recommend the Intel Core i5 Core 12400F. This quad-core processor offers solid performance for music production software, and it’s reasonably priced at around $160.<\/p>\n For storage, a solid-state drive (SSD) is a must. An SSD is much faster than a traditional hard drive, which means faster load times for your music production software. We recommend a Samsung 500GB NVMe SSD, which should be sufficient for most projects.<\/p>\n For the rest of the components, you can save some money by opting for more budget-friendly options. For example, you can choose a motherboard with fewer features, or go with a cheaper case and power supply. We have gone with a Gigabyte B660M motherboard, 4000D case and Thermaltake 600W PSU<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\tBudget Music Production PC Build<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t