I'm looking to build a dedicated PC for music production since I already have a gaming PC. I'm planning to turn a spare room into a music studio while keeping my gaming setup separate. I'm not sure where to start on this build - how critical is having a powerful GPU? Can I get away with a budget build that handles plugins without much latency? I'm also curious about the essential components for a music production PC. My budget is $750, and it would be great to keep costs low. By the way, here's the store I want to purchase my parts from: https://nomadaware.com.ec/
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This might not be the best place to ask. You'd probably get better advice in r/buildapcforme or r/buildmeapc.
Definitely invest in SSDs for your studio PC. Check your specific workloads to determine whether you need a GPU; often, you can skip it altogether. You might opt for a micro ATX board in a compact case, and ensure it’s quiet by adding extra fans, like a 140mm one. A 65W CPU could work well, and there are great mid-range options like the 9700x that are power efficient. You should be able to stay well within your budget with this setup.
For music production, you'll want to prioritize CPU performance above all else. A good option is to go with a silent build using something like a Ryzen 9 7900 or 9900x. Make sure to have a case with good airflow and at least 32-48GB of RAM. Instead of traditional hard drives, I suggest using SSDs — one NVMe for the OS and programs, plus a cheaper SSD for your libraries.
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