> Message posted by John <joca@libero.it>: > > I am comparing estimates for the following workstation: > > Mac Pro 2.66, 4GB Ram, 250GB HD1, 500GB HD2, 500GB HD3, 23" Monitor, > Logic Pro 8, Vienna Orchestra, RME Fireface 800, Mic and Audio Monitors to be > decided. I came to this setup just by reading stuff on the internet. > > My use for this will be mainly with MIDI sounds and just a few solo > instruments recorded at home. It would be a final product on a few > projects and just for mockups on others before going into a real studio (often > for scoring visual media). I intend to buy a tutorial but my real question > is (don't laugh)--what do I do when I finally get home with all this > stuff that I don't know how to use? I have a million pieces (of my music) that I > need to get done and I sincerely would like to avoid huge, idiot mistakes > that could have been avoided. Should I get someone to set it up for me > (talking hardware and software) or am I overly anxious? My "fear" is partly from > having seen even experts get stuck on the most seemingly simple glitches. Hi John I guess it all depends on your knowledge of Macs and sequencing. If you're already Mac literate then this should all be fairly easy to set up. If you're not, then you'll probably need a tech savvy musical friend to help you get started. As Robin mentioned, you'll need to find someone who will set up the system in a way that works for you. There will be probably be a big learning curve while you're getting to grips with Logic. However it is worth it and you've certainly come to the right place for help. There's a lot of very friendly helpful people in this group so you'll get plenty of help. Good luck Best John Adams