[dbu] Construction kits and CPU

[pierce200]

My dual core G5 tower can't handle a construction kit. CPU 80% and above.
Latin drums are usable but fairly hungry as well. 30-50%.
I've adjusted the buffer setting but that doesn't help.
I'm using the beta library exclusively and an Apogee Duet.

[db]

Hi,

do you still have the same issues with the latest b20? What are your audio settings in Live's preferences?

Best,
Daniel

[pierce200]

b20 is better.
'Loosely Flow' was the only kit that was still overtaxed.
At 512 samples most kits were running 50-75%.

It is time to upgrade the Mac no doubt, and I don't think an iMac
will be the answer.

I know this topic gets addressed now and then but in your experience will
I see gains in an 8 core architecture over a quad core.
I believe all the new Mac towers are implementing 'Nehalem' processors.

Having said that, is their a laptop that can handle a hungry piece of music?

I am not a DJ or an electronica enthusiast (I enjoy both however), I use Ableton Live instead of Pro Tools which by the way has an increased appetite as well.

Thanks for the response

No matter, I'll do what's necessary as I consider myself an Abletoner.

[pierce200]

Upon further use I've reached the wall in several instances.
Too much for the dual G5.
I'd be interested in knowing what configurations of CPU are used at Ableton.