Topic by Bombarde32

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Topic: Getting started

Hi all.

I have just registered as a new member, and was looking for some help.

I have a Kawai VPC 1 on order, and need to sort myself out with a laptop and
a midi sound module.

As an organist, also, I have the Hauptwerk organ software, and the speaker system (M-Audio BX8's and a matching subwoofer), so I'm halfway there!

I've not used the organ software for years, as I am doing much more with the piano now, and just use the church organ, if needed.

I downloaded the trial Pianoteq 7, but my PC CPU, is no longer suitable, as it is many years old, and not powerful enough.

Could someone please suggest a laptop, and sound module to get started?

I don't mind paying £400-£600 (UK), for the laptop and I'm not sure about a sound module; maybe £200?, but less would be good.

I don't want to waste people's time giving me long, detailed replies; as I'm sure there are a thousands of different options.

Just a simple point in the right direction, with a suitable laptop, and sound module.

Many thanks

Kenny

Reply by Deyvidpetro

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Re: Getting started

Hey,

Any i5 or i7 laptop will do. If you are just using Pianoteq for practice then 8gb ram will do. You can pick up a decent refurbished pc or laptop for about £400-£500. I bought a Dell all in one PC with 16gb Ram, 3Ghz, 500 GB SSD and it is an i7 for £500 so you should not have any trouble finding a lower spec for less.

In terms of a sound card try the Motu M2 it will cost you only about £150 I think and it is really good for its price range, probably the best.

Hope this helps.

Last edited by Deyvidpetro (16-02-2021 13:12)

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Re: Getting started

Many thanks for this information.

Kenny.

Deyvidpetro wrote:

Hey,

Any i5 or i7 laptop will do. If you are just using Pianoteq for practice then 8gb ram will do. You can pick up a decent refurbished pc or laptop for about £400-£500. I bought a Dell all in one PC with 16gb Ram, 3Ghz, 500 GB SSD and it is an i7 for £500 so you should not have any trouble finding a lower spec for less.

In terms of a sound card try the Motu M2 it will cost you only about £150 I think and it is really good for its price range, probably the best.

Hope this helps.

Reply by LTECpiano

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Re: Getting started

Hello ... I suggest the new MacMini and load it up.  You already have purchased some of the best components.

Lanny

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