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After a fairly long sabbatical from musical endeavors, I re-entered the fray approximately one and one half years ago. Let me tell you, I was astonished at how far technology had come. I bought quite a bit of gear and set myself up nicely I might add.

So, now some time has passed and newer more improved versions of nearly everything has come out. Somehow, I feel cheated. What is I now upgrade to a dual processor computer, 96k interface...what's next.

How does one handle this apparent situation that appears to greatly exagerated in music technology?
 
Was there a question in there?
Sorry, I really didn't get it.

Which computer should you buy?

You don't need to upgrade if your system is working sufficently.
Get a better card if anything and maybe Vegas Audio for $199.

Unless we're talkin' 486? Mac performa 405 (my first music computer).
 
Things are definitely changing. SW companies now seem like they're trying to survive on upgrade fees.

Just upgrade when you have to. Coiuld be a big all-at-once hit, but the alternativer is to shell out each time there's a new buy-me-so-you-don't-miss-out upgrade.

Pissiest recent example - Sonic Foundry release Acid Pro 3.0, a year later out comes 4.0 - upgrade for only $150. You can buy the freaking software NEW for $150.

So - if you don't gotta have it, wait. You'll hit a point where you DO have to - but you'll probably have saved your self hundreds (thousands) that you didn't really need to spend.
 
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