I'm currently using a Windows PC, but am going to move to Mac.
I'm just getting into Ableton and I have a 2014 Mac Mini and I'm curious if Ableton Live 10 will run well on it. Mac Specs: 2.8GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i5. 1TB Fusion Drive. I plan to use Ableton primarily as a Virtual Instrument platform, but would also like to do some demo recording with it using a Scarlett 2i4 interface. Mac mini features the Apple T2 Security Chip — second-generation custom Mac silicon designed by Apple to make Mac mini even more secure. The Apple T2 Security Chip consolidates several controllers into one, and includes a Secure Enclave coprocessor that provides the foundation for encrypted storage and secure boot capabilities. Jul 01, 2013 I am looking to purchase a new Mac for music production with Ableton and associated third party plugins. I'm currently using an old 2010 Macbook Pro with around 2.1Ghz and 4gb RAM. This is now grinding to a hault with my more complex projects. I don't need portability, nor do I need a monitor, so my initial thought is a Mac Mini.
I am considering either the new Mac Mini announced today or a 2017 iMac, ie between the following models:- iMac 21.5' 3.6GHz quad-core 7th-generation Intel Core i7 processor (Turbo Boost up to 4.2GHz); 16GB RAM; 512GB SSD
Ableton Live Mac Free
- Mac Mini 3.2GHz 6?core 8th?generation Intel Core i7 (Turbo Boost up to 4.6GHz); 16GB RAM; 512GB SSD
Mac Mini Ableton
I understand that you need both good single and core performance for using Ableton.
Typically, I run 20-30 tracks in Ableton, using a large number of VST plug-ins.
The price difference between both models is minimal, with the iMac only costing around $200 more (once you take mouse and keyboard purchase into account). I already have a monitor, so if I get the iMac, then I would likely use it in dual monitor mode.
Apple Mac Mini Ableton Live Lite
So my question is whether Ableton would run considerably faster with the Mac Mini, or whether the performance improvement would be minimal?Also, would I be better 'future-proofed' with the Mac Mini?
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