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  1. Swami
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    Did anybody build there own computer. I am going to try because i think i can save 60%
    plus i can build it to my needs. I need to build a computer for djing. if any body can help that will be nice.
     
    Swami, Mar 6, 2013


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  2. mark sheriff
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    do you want to build a desktop pc or a laptop?

    -8 years computer repair experience
    -Associates in I.T & Networking
     
    mark sheriff, Mar 9, 2013


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  3. Swami
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    a desktop with some reliable speed and good performance with windows 7
     
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    Swami, Mar 12, 2013


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    If you want to run Serato, get a mac. If music production, build a desktop with some decent components
     
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    Yup. The Mac vs. PC argument can go on for DAYS, but it's simple...Mac JUST WORKS better with Serato and there's less problems. Windows 8 isn't even supported or recommended by Serato yet (I know you said 7, I'm just saying)...


    With the AMD and Intel processor problems with Windows, you're better off spending your money more wisely and getting a Mac
     
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    my friend has win 8 and is running serato itch with no problem itch 2.2.2 so building a pc is not a good idea. I have asus i7 12gig ram 1tb hdd with win 7 works perfect with serato.
     
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    Swami, Mar 12, 2013


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  7. gallis
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    i am a cump tec and i can do anything from bill to fix
     
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    Hey you asked for help.. take it from me and sparkxxx, Serato just works A LOT better with mac. I hate macs lol the only reason I have a mac is for serato. It doesn't crash (as often) as it does on windows (more often). But hey, you can also NOT take my advice and do what you want lol

    ... and why the hell would you wanna carry a desktop and monitor to a gig!? lmfao
     
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    thanks alot for the advice guys.
     
    Swami, Mar 13, 2013


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    I'm assuming by "a computer for DJing" you mean a desktop for acid pro. Cause I've never seen someone bring their entire computer set for a gig lol. However, I would highly recommend a windows desktop for programs like acid pro. There's tons of compatibility problems with those programs and Apple. You could probably browse the entire general discussions subforum on here alone and find 10+ people asking about why acid doesn't work on their macs.

    But if you're talking about live mixing with serato capable equipment, purchase a macbook.
     
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