Will This computer work for me?

[tomyco]

Please note that I am a part time musician/songwriter. I had a 8 year old mac pro with Pro Tools LE8 prior to this, I was able to make a decent recording but most of it was way over my head. I just can't afford to upgrade to another Apple Computer and pro tools. I will also be using the computer for the internet, e-mail, Microsoft Office, photos, and itunes. and recording music As far as software I probably will be going with a simple program like Mixcraft 7, the interface will be focusrite Scarlett 18i20. When I record it is usually just my guitar and vocal, there are times when I might do a third track with lead or bass along with a vocal and some background vocals.

Will this computer work for me? Is there anything else I need? Is there any questions I should ask? I know there's a lot here below but I would appreciate all who responds. Cost of desktop computer $480.00 Thanks!

BRAND NEW QUAD-CORE DESKTOP COMPUTER READY TO GO OUT OF THE BOX! HOOKS UP WITH LCD TV OR ANY MONITOR!
COMES LOADED WITH THE FULL EDITION WINDOWS 10, NOT AN UPGRADE!
PROCESSOR: AMD FX-4130 AM3+ 3.8GHz Quad-Core Processor w/4MB L2 Cache and 8MB L3 Cache
MOTHERBOARD: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Socket AM3+ Micro ATX AMD Motherboard
4xUSB 2.0, 2xUSB 3.0
AMD Radeon HD 3000 On-Board Graphics w/VGA, DVI, and HDMI Ports
MEMORY: 16GB (2x4GB) Team Elite Plus DDR3 1600 RAM w/High Performance Heat Shields
OPERATING SYSTEM: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-Bit w/OEM USB Stick and OEM COA/Keycode
HARD DRIVE: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache
OPTICAL DRIVE: LG 24x Multiformat DVD Burner
CASE: Ultra ETorque A5 Mid Tower Gaming Case w/3x120mm case fans, 1-w/Blue LEDs
1xUSB 3.0 Ports, 3xUSB 2.0 Ports, 2xHD Audio Ports, and 1xSata Dock
Power Supply: Corsair CX430 80 Plus Bronze Certified 430-Watt PSU w/1x120mm fan and all cables wrapped in black sleeves
ALSO INCLUDED: Motherboard Driver disk, power cord
Windows 10 is ready to go with software like VLC Media Player, Google Chrome Browser w/Adblock Plus, Adobe Reader, Open Office, and Nero Burning Software

[mojobone]

If Mixcraft is 64-bit (I haven't checked) you should be good to go, with the gear mentioned, plus the microphones I assume you're using, already, but you might be just as well off with a refurbished Mac Mini, depending on your video monitor situation. If you're already comfortable with Microsoft hardware and OS, you can ignore that last bit.

[joematzzie]

Tomyco,

Did I read that right that you're considering buying a brand new quad core desktop computer for $480. I would bet that it will definitely NOT work because the price doesn't add up. What's the detail that I'm missing?

If you're considering buying a used computer on Craigslist or Ebay, I think that's a great idea. I've done it twice, buying Mac Pros for around $1100. Post details here and I'm happy to dig deeper on the specs. Where are you buying? What brand computer?

All the best,

Joe

[feaker66]

Hi I am down to Studio one, the audiobox (included) with two inputs and the computer. (32 meg ram helps) Works great with simple work flow. I play my own guitars and sing. Check out my stuff and try to fault it. ha ha

Good luck

Paul