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# Laptop Computer or Tablet

From [5 Investment Music Students Should Really Consider](https://listium.com/@tiffanyy9/100434/5-investment-music-students-should-really-consider)  
By [Tiffany Young (@tiffanyy9)](https://listium.com/@tiffanyy9)

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Published 29 February 2024 · Updated 29 February 2024

Category: education

- Notes:
  > Virtually all modern music production happens on the go, not confined to professional studios. This makes a capable laptop or tablet a vital tool for music students. You’ll want at least 8GB of RAM and an Intel Core i5 or equivalent mobile processor to handle resource-intensive music plugins and sessions.
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  > While MacBooks have traditionally been the gold standard for music production, quality Windows laptops can deliver ample power at a lower cost. Many producers actually prefer the native FL Studio experience in Windows over Mac. Just be sure to install the legit copy of your DAW and plugins, not cracked software which can cause system instability. 
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  > If opting for a Windows machine, look for one with an SSD drive for fast project load times and a powerful discrete graphics card for handling plugins with lots of demanding visual interfaces. NVIDIA RTX cards provide plenty of muscle for live performance visuals down the road too. An iPad Pro or Microsoft Surface also works nicely as a portable sketch pad for songwriting and composition.