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I currently have an old dual processor G5 machine that I need to update. I run a commercial studio and routinely run 24 to 36 tracks all day long. I do all my mixing through 2 Tascam DM 4800 consoles. I use the EQ and compression and fx in the consoles most of the time so I rarely stress my current G5 but I'm also still running an old system and DP 4.6. So I need to upgrade. Will the new quad core at $2499 be enough? The thing is I also have to update all my software, get a new PCI card, and get a new monitor so if I can get away with the lower priced computer it would be a help. The studio business is not what it used to be so even though any purchase is a tax write off I'm still worried about spending too much.
Thanks for any advice.

Bill

From all I"ve heard, if you rarely stress the G5, you won't be having any trouble with a quad-core Intel! You might even consider a used Mac Pro... ask James (site moderator) about his happiness, having recently moved from G5 dual to Mac Pro quad. I think he paid about $1k for his second-hand Craig's List Mac and has been very pleased with the performance.

Just beware of CL ads that need to move something quickly, as a friend of mine with access to such information tells me that most CL Mac ads are stolen goods.