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by inmazevo » Sun Oct 28, 2007 6:06 am
I'm happily running along with my Macbook 2.16GHz.
I actually didn't want the "Pro" model because of the size of it. It's small for a 15.4" laptop, but I'm a big fan of tiny laptops.
As for power, as long as you are running Live 6 you'll notice a goofy increase in power as compared to a 3GHz P4. If you're on Live 5, it would be a good idea to upgrade to get better use of both cores.
One thing to think about, however, is that the "Pro" models are now running the next generation CPU, @ a higher bus speed (800MHz as opposed to 667MHz on the Macbook). They also hold more memory (4GB max) which might be important if you're using lots of samples, and have more IO controllers (Express slot, FW800).
They also have a higher screen resolution.
They'll also perform marginally better, though not earthshaking.
If that's worth the $900 base price difference and you have the case... go for it.
But I like my Macbook.
Take care,
- zevo
infinite density, zero volume
). I considered the MBPro but didn't see the jump in price (and size) justified by the additional features. I use an external powered Firewire drive for most of my samples (except the EIC Grand Piano which I can't live without) and have never had any issues using Live, Logic Studio, Amplitube or Guitar Rig for that matter.