New Build...any advice appreciated

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2012/09/19 03:58:45 (permalink)

New Build...any advice appreciated

Hello..Building a new system to use with my V100 and included software.Will upgrade to X2 when I get comfortable with VS Production Pack software.I normally record my own blues, rock and folk tunes with a maximum of 20 tracks, live guitars, vocals and will use  Superior Drummer,soft synth basses and keyboards.Wondering if this compuer system would suffice.I dont want drop outs or major latency issue, just a simple setup to capture my ideas for publishing or to give to the band for performance.Any tweaking ideas appreciated.
Intel Core i7-3770 Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.9GHz Turbo) Quad Core 8000K
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    fireberd
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 06:36:25 (permalink)
    The only thing I see is the Wireless (Wi Fi) card.  Wireless has been known to cause sound problems (pops and clicks) and some latency problems.  If you "must have" wireless then make sure you disable the wireless controller when you are using Sonar.

    I just built a new system, the basic specs are in my signature.

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    Jim Roseberry
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 10:07:25 (permalink)
    FWIW, I wouldn't use that motherboard, RAM, and stock CPU cooler.

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    SLOTUNES
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 14:24:26 (permalink)
    Thanks for the replies...keep em comin! I just want to use internet to download updates from cakewalk etc. I will not be surfing on this computer.As far as the Mobo, which one would you suggest, as well as RAM.First build so excuse my ignorance! Thanks
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    jdelgado
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 14:37:47 (permalink)
    GUys..when you mention "disable WiFi", do you mean turning off the radio or disabling in Device Manager?

    Thanks
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    mandrake
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 14:53:35 (permalink)
    disable it in device manager. here is a thread that details a lot of motherboards, ram, etc.., http://forum.cakewalk.com/tm.aspx?m=2661355
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 17:54:59 (permalink)
    I don't know how the builders, such as Jim Roseberry think about the new system I built (I know they want to build one for you - that's their business).

    Sonar X1D Extended 64 bit zings along.  I'm using the built in Intel HD4000 graphics and so far no issues.  I get 6.5 Windows Experience score for both graphic parameters.  I get 7.7 for the CPU and 7.8 for the Memory (RAM) and 7.8 for the SSD drive.

    i7 3770 CPU, 16GB of GSkill Ripsaw F3-14900CL9Q memory (listed as compatible with motherboard by Gigabyte), Gigabyte Z77X-UD5H motherboard (NO Wireless).  Corsair H80 Liquid CPU cooler (with aftermarket "quiet" fans). Antec 650 watt "quiet" modular power supply, Corsair Carbide 500R case.  OCZ Vertex 4, 128GB SSD (for OS and Sonar/Recording software) and 1TB 7200RPM hard drive for everything else. Two LG GH24LS70 CD/DVD burners (these are the only SATA burner drives I found that will burn audio CD-R's at 8X - my audio CD burning standard speed).

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    SLOTUNES
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 19:18:40 (permalink)
    Any ideas on whcih MOBO to use with the Ivybridge 3550? also which RAM?
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    BretB
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/19 22:51:56 (permalink)
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/20 00:29:59 (permalink)
    Thanks for the info Bret.Im trying to stay around a Grand...that looks like a killer system!
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/20 10:09:28 (permalink)
    The 'problem' with the main board there is that it is based on the H77 chipset which means the clock multiplier is locked.  The Z77 version of that board should be fine.
     
    The memory is just too low spec 667(X2) mhz than the chipset and processor are capable of supporting, and intel coolers are just not up to the mark.
     
    It's just if you are buying new you may as well get these bits right at the outset as it's normally cheaper than replacing them down the line.
     
    i.e I wanted the onboard graphics when I built mine so back then I had the choice of no onboard graphics and a locked CPU multiplier (H67) or an unlocked multiplier and no onboard graphics (P67).  It was awhile before the Z68 came out which offered both unlocked and onboard graphics.
     
    The Z77 offers both for the third generation chips like the Z68 does for 2nd generation chips and the H77 chipset again locks the multiplier.
     
    It might not be important when you first get the machine going as you are likely to be impressed by the performance as is, but further down the line you might like a machine with a bigger kick the z77 will give you options on that score.
     
    I think you are right going the 1155 socket route if you are looking for budget so for the little extras it's going to cost at build time Bret B's and Fireberd's recommendations are pretty much on the money.
    My two pennies.
    post edited by Jonbouy - 2012/09/20 10:35:18

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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/20 10:42:04 (permalink)
    fireberd

    Sonar X1D Extended 64 bit zings along.  I'm using the built in Intel HD4000 graphics and so far no issues.  I get 6.5 Windows Experience score for both graphic parameters.  I get 7.7 for the CPU and 7.8 for the Memory (RAM) and 7.8 for the SSD drive.
    Aside from the SSD which I don't have, and a 7.7 for the memory my Windows Experience scores are identical to that.
     
    That's with a Sandy 2600k on an H67 board, so I think we can safely say Windows Experience index isn't giving us the full story.
     
    +1 to having Wireless disabled (if fitted), I turn off the auto config service too.  Wireless is enabled on the router which is a fair way away from my machine so when the good lady wants a connection she can access it from her laptop, I'm attatched with a length of Cat5e.
    post edited by Jonbouy - 2012/09/20 10:47:05

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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/09/20 13:38:21 (permalink)
    Thank you for the straight forward answer! Ill go back and reconfigure my specs!
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    Re:New Build...any advice appreciated 2012/10/12 03:50:45 (permalink)
    Tweaked my first offering here.Any new advice appreciated.Thank you!
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