Audio Production
- Start
- Step 1: Operating System
- Step 2: Processor
- Step 3: Memory
- Step 4: Storage
- Step 5: Optical Drive
- Step 6: Graphics
- Step 7: Case
- Step 8: Screen
- Step 9: Power Supply
- Step 10: Keyboard & Mouse
- Step 11: Speakers
- Step 12: Connectivity
- Step 13: Software
- Step 14: Warranty
- Step 15: Delivery
- Summary & Checkout
Start
Welcome to our Audio Production PC builder.
At each step, choose the PC features you want from our selection of the best-performing & most reliable options. We assemble your PC, load it with Windows 10/11 Pro & send it to you ready-to-go within 72 hours.
These Systems are designed for Audio Production Users. As such our Audio Production PCs come with:
- Support for Two or more Monitors
- 8 x USB Ports (Including the latest USB 3.2/3.0 & USB 2.0 Front & Rear)
- 1GB Ethernet LAN
- HD Audio w/Front Headset Connectivity
- AC Dual Band WiFi - for Wireless Internet Access
- ASIO drivers pre-installed
- Silent / low dB case fans, CPU Cooler and power supply
- Cooler Master Silencio S400 Sound-Dampened Steel Case
Our excellent Audio Production Mid-Tier Package is already selected, with options to increase performance as you choose.. You just make changes as you go as per your requirements. You can go back at any time to review or change your choices. Click 'next' to begin.
Need help?
Don't hesitate to call us on 1300 891 639 or live chat with us if you have any questions.
Step 1: Choose your Operating System option
Operating System
We install the latest version of Microsoft Windows 10/11 Professional Edition (RRP: $299) on your PC.
Step 2: Choose your Processor option
Processor (CPU)
Intel Core i5 12400
2.6/4.4Ghz Turbo 6 Core 12 Threads + Intel UHD 730
Intel Core i7 12700K
2.1/4.9GHz Turbo 12 Core 20 Thread + Intel UHD 770 Graphics
Intel Core i9 12900K
2.4/5.1GHz Turbo 16 Core 24 Thread + Intel UHD 770 Graphics
The processor is the most important part of your PC. The higher the price, the faster the processor. We recommend getting the best processor your budget will allow. This will give you a faster PC which remains up-to-date for longer. Our base default processor is the i5 12400 and it will easily handle general home & office functions such as web browsing & word processing, as well as moderately demanding audio production software etc. For heavier PC use and more resource-intensive programs, consider upgrading according to your budget.
Desktop PC Processor Walk-Through
What is it?
The processor is the main processing chip of the computer. Think of it as the computer's brain. As you go up in price, the speed of the computer's 'thinking' increases (calculations per second).
What are my options?
Choose from either an i5, i7 or i9 from Intel according to your budget and performance needs.
Selecting a more powerful processor will mean that you will require a motherboard designed for that processor. This is reflected in the price difference, which accounts for both the processor & the motherboard made for it.
What do I get with the base model?
Our default option is an Intel i5 12400. All you need to know is that this is already a very good processor for general home & office use, and that the options above it will cost more but will increase performance.
Why would I select a different option?
You would choose a different processor here if you intend to use the PC for more intensive purposes, such as processing graphics, gaming, more intensive music production software or specialised industry programs. Usually, specialised programs recommend the ideal processor in their specifications. Alternatively - and this is our personal view - you may just want an extra fast & powerful PC that you will not need to upgrade for a very long time, one that you know will easily handle anything you may want to use it for in the future even if you're currently just word processing & browsing the web. We've been using our own PCs for years flawlessly because we built them around great processors.
Need help?
This first step of choosing a processor is commonly one that people have questions about, so feel free to call us or live chat with us about your needs. Our default selection does the job well for most general home & office PCs.
Step 3: Choose your Memory option
Memory (RAM)
16 GB DDR4-3200 RAM
16GB of memory will handle home & office functions, but the rule is simple: the more the better. Opting for extra RAM is an inexpensive change that will make a big difference. We find Kingston to be the best brand for RAM.
Desktop PC Memory Walk-Through
What is it?
Memory manages all the processes & tasks involved with using your PC. How many gigabytes (GB) of memory (or RAM) you need depends on the number & type of programs you are using. The more memory you have, the better your PC will be able handle multiple applications running at once, as well as any memory-hungry programs.
What are my options?
16GB, 32GB or 64GB.
What do I get with the base model?
Although the 'more the better' rule applies, 16GB is our default and is the minimum you'll need to comfortably run general functions such as those associated with Microsoft Office & web browsing.
Why would I select a different option?
Specialised programs often recommend more than 16GB, and some people just prefer plenty of 'head room' so they get more than 16GB. Opting for more RAM is something to consider, especially because the price difference is not that much.
Step 4: Choose your Storage option
NVMe (SSD)
Standard Hard Drive
Choose a standard hard drive in capacities of 2TB, 3TB and 4TB (7200 RPM).
Instead of a standard hard drive, choose a mega-fast Kingston NVMe Gen 4 NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive (SSD) in capacities of 1TB, 2TB and 4TB. These are up to 50 times faster than a standard hard drive, giving you extremely fast loading of operating systems, software and games.
Choose an extremely fast Gen 4 NVMe M.2 SSD (These run up to 50 times faster than a standard HDD giving you instant loading of both Windows and Software) in capacities of 1TB, 2TB and 4TB.
Step 5: Choose your Optical Drive option
Optical Drive
LG DVD Player / Burner
LG BluRay Player / Burner
These days most media is loaded via USB or download, so a DVD player/burner is not part of our base model. If you need it, add an excellent LG 24x DVD burner. If you want your PC to be a full-service entertainment centre, add a high quality LG BluRay burner (10x BDR; 16x DVDR).
Step 6: Choose your Graphics option
Graphics Card
Your processor (CPU) already has native in-built UHD graphics capabilities. So, for general use such as internet browsing and high-definition video viewing you don't need a graphics card. You can even experience 4K resolutions thanks to the native CPU graphics if your monitor supports it. However, we do offer a few graphics card options powered by Nvidia if you plan to use graphics-intensive programs relating to video edition, animation, 3D design or gaming. Note that if you want a PC fine-tuned for gaming, you should be on our gaming PC page! If you want to get the best graphics performance you can, get the best graphics card you can afford.
Step 7: Choose your Case option
Case
Silencio S400 Black
Dimensions (L x W x H)418mm x 210mm x 408mm (incl. Protrusions)Dimensions (L x W x H)403.5mm x 210mm x 400mm (excl. Protrusions) Steel / sound dampening material
Silencio S400 White
Dimensions (L x W x H)418mm x 210mm x 408mm (incl. Protrusions).
Dimensions (L x W x H)403.5mm x 210mm x 400mm (excl. Protrusions) Steel / sound dampening material
Choose between sleek black and clean white for your Audio Production PC. We have chosen the Cooler Master Silencio S400 Sound-Dampened Steel Case. This case design is not only stylish but practical & designed especially for audio production. The solid steel construction with added sound dampening material ensures quiet for your audio recording.
Step 8: Choose your Screen option
Screen (Monitor)
LG 21.5" Full HD IPS LED
LED Back-lit LCD Monitor / Full HD (1920 x 1080) / 5ms Response Time / D-Sub / HDMI
LG 24" Full HD IPS LED
LED Back-lit LCD Monitor / Full HD (1920 x 1080) / 5ms Response Time / D-Sub / HDMI
LG 27" Full HD IPS LED
LED Back-lit LCD Monitor / Full HD (1920 x 1080) / 5ms Response Time / HDMI / D-Sub
Select a 21.5", 24" or 27" inch monitor option by LG. Each one is a full HD widescreen LED monitor featuring a HDMI connection for a superior HD experience. You can also order these screens in pairs which is something to consider if you are looking to be more productive. You can have different windows & programs open on different screens - emails one side, spreadsheet or internet browser another side etc.
Step 9: Choose your Power Supply option
Power Supply
Choosing an appropriate power supply for your Audio Production PC is made easy at this step. Our base default Cooler Master 550w power supply will run any of the PC combinations made with this PC builder. However, it is a good idea to give yourself some headroom with the power supply, depending on the complexity of the PC you are making. Just work off a sliding scale from an entry-level PC all the way to a 'best-of-everything' PC. The more involved your PC is, the more power it will consume and therefore the greater the power supply wattage we recommend in order to run it comfortably.
All our power supply options meet the 80 Plus standard. For you technically-minded people out there - the 80 PLUS® performance specification requires power supplies to be 80% or greater energy efficient at 10, 20, 50 and 100% of rated load with a true power factor of 0.9 or greater. In layman's terms - they're officially certified as far more efficient than typical power supplies.
Step 10: Choose your Keyboard & Mouse option
Keyboard & Mouse
Step 11: Choose your Speakers option
Speakers
We're keeping it simple and practical here. You have the option of a couple of great pairs of speakers. We know most of you will have your own specialised audio setup already but if you are in need of some speakers you have a small selection here.
Choose from Edifier's small R12Us for general use, or their MR4 Powered Studio Monitor Speakers for more professional use. The MR4s come in either black or white to match the colour of your PC tower.
Edifer R12U: [180Hz ~ 20KHz Frequency Response / 2x2" Driver Size].
Edifier MR4: 60Hz-20KHz FREQUENCY RESPONSE. ≥85dBA SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO. ≤0.2% DISTORTION. 1-inch silk dome tweeter and 4-inch diaphragm woofers. Supports TRS balanced input, and AUX/RCA unbalanced input connections.
Step 12: Choose your Connectivity option
Connectivity
Microsoft HD 3000
720P HD, USB Powered
Bluetooth 5.0, USB Powered
Upgrade to Dual Band High Speed/High Gain AX WIFI 6
Choose what you need from these connectivity devices. If you need to connect wirelessly to your modem, all our Systems come with AC Dual Band Hi Gain WiFi included. However, if your router supports the highest WiFi 6 AX speed then you have the option to upgrade to the fastest AX WiFi 6 Dual Band High Speed/High Gain WiFi. The AX Dual Band WiFi 6 is over 3 times faster than the standard option. You will need to add a Bluetooth adapter if you connect your devices with Bluetooth. Our choice for an HD webcam is Microsoft, which also has a built-in microphone. You'll need this for Skype & video conferencing etc.
Step 13: Choose your Software option
Software Installed
Microsoft Office Professional 2021
Get the latest & most complete suite of Professional Edition Microsoft Office programs for the lowly RRP of the Home Edition. Includes everything you need: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Publisher, Access & more. Fully installed by us - ready to go. Perpetual (never-ending) licence. RRP: $595 without installation.
Kaspersky Premium 2024
It is critical to have strong internet security protection against viruses, trojans & hacker threats. We don't touch an internet browser without Kaspersky installed on our computers. This installation is for a 1 year licence. You can also use the serial number to protect your mobile or tablet for 1 year.
We offer two essential software programs on your PC - Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Kaspersky Premium. If selected, these programs are provided at a heavily discounted price and fully installed by us. We include the genuine product keys on your tax invoice for your records.
Step 14: Choose your Warranty option
Extended Warranty
Your PC comes with a 2-year full hardware replacement warranty.
Our PCs are built to last - we care about our customers and reputation and as a business, we don't want the cost and inconvenience of returns. So it's simple: have the best and most reliable products in the first place to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
If you believe something isn't working as it should, simply contact us and we will troubleshoot it with you in order to determine the problem. If any hardware is found to be faulty under normal usage conditions, we will without hesitation replace the faulty part. We want our customers to be happy. You can view the full warranty here (Warranty opens in a new tab; this window remains open).
You can extend your warranty to 3 years for extra peace-of-mind.
Step 15: Choose your Delivery option
Delivery
We send your PC order for free and personally contact you to discuss and confirm delivery details.
Summary & Checkout
We will assemble & load your PC as follows:
1. Operating System | Windows 11 Pro 64 Bit | |
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2. Processor | Intel i5 12400 | |
3. Memory | 16GB RAM | |
4. Storage | 1TB NVMe SSD | |
5. Optical Drive | None | |
6. Graphics | Native CPU Graphics | |
7. Case | Cooler Master Silencio S400 - Black | |
8. Screen | No Screen | |
9. Power Supply | Cooler Master 550w 80+ | |
10. Keyboard & Mouse | None | |
11. Speakers | None | |
12. Connectivity | None | |
13. Software | None | |
14. Warranty | 2 Year Standard | |
15. Delivery | Free Delivery |