Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2006, 01:54 (GMT) Post subject: Mac vs PC
Alright, this could start a war... or perhaps not. But, especially in our line of work, there are always ample opinions.
Anyone have a preference? Mac or PC?
I've got a Mac Mini which seamlessly runs my Pro Tools and VO studio set-up beautifully. I only have ONE complaint - when I bought the system, I didn't know it would not automatically come with MS compatible software - to read Word, Power Points, Excel, etc. and even certain files online. Yes, it comes with Apple Works and Text Edit, but please... there is no comparison. Or perhaps I've just been so conditioned before my Mac was born into the Bery family.
The majority of the world still uses PC stuff, and to purchase the compatible suite of software costs $250. I've been avoiding it all along, but I think I need to give in.
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2006, 02:07 (GMT) Post subject:
Hello Juliana,
What can I say, well they are both good. Macs being more reliable and probably preferred by talents and producers running video editing, design or sound recording software, but to be honest I think with both of them you can actually get the job done.
Personally I work with both and end up using my PC more than anything else, maybe just because of the amount of software available.
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2006, 02:19 (GMT) Post subject:
hi, Freddie! Yes, the software issue is my primary reason for , but I've been dealing with it so far. Once I make the software upgrade for my Mac, maybe then it'll get better.
Personal choice is always a nice luxury to have, though. I'm thinking about setting up a PC in the studio, too, and blending my efforts. Sounds like you're already doing so and enjoy it?
With viruses and so many security issues currently plaguing the PC, I worry sometimes... but it's a chance we take...
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2006, 02:28 (GMT) Post subject:
You are completely right, both have ups and downs. I know of quite a few talents that have both and use their MAC to record and the PC for everything else.
As I said, it’s just a personal choice but I still believe you can accomplish basically the same with any of them.
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2006, 19:52 (GMT) Post subject: Mac Donalds
I love the mac. I have had just about every model except for the newer machines running intel.
The newer Macs come with a complimentary 30 day trial of MS office and a 3rd party program called Omini Graph r something. I think it is similar to word but nothing can compare to MS Office.
Even if you don’ t have Office there are some text converters you may be able to down load which would allow the documents you create to be converted into MS format .
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2006, 03:34 (GMT) Post subject: It's the PC for now, hopefully a MAC Pro later!
I am currently using a PC for my audio recording and primarely use Audition 2.0. I would love to get a new MAC, but the software is an issue, however, the new MAC Pro's can run windows at native speeds and still let you use your PC software, you just need an extra 3-5K to get one!
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Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2006, 05:47 (GMT) Post subject:
Macs can read and write anything a PC can put out, but it doesn't go both ways I'm afraid. A Mac can work seamlessly with PCs on a local network or over the internet.
I have never had any trouble with my Mac setup—no downtime, period.
The upshot is to get what you are MOST COMFORTABLE with.
The less of a learning curve you face the more willing you will be to try new applications.
I wouldn't recommend anything BUT a Mac for someone just getting into home recording.
I have a pal who is a technical writer for the Chicago Sun Times. He gets requests for computer help from his whole family— he tells them anyone with a Mac may call unlimited times, and anyone with a PC may call him twice, period. And he never gets more than 2 calls from anybody. _________________ Available Worldwide Via ISDN
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2006, 12:51 (GMT) Post subject:
That's hilarious - and a great policy, BTW!
Yes, most of us probably started out with the PC training in VO's... I still remember slicing! So, we've come a long way with the Mac & in general, and I'm just thrilled my Mini's here, nestled in my studio like a top-secret space mission theory. And you're right, when we've been conditioned to perform PC moves for years, adjusting to the programming in a Mac can just be a matter of stretching that learning curve a bit.
I'm just frustrating that I have to re-do all of my graphics from my invoices - logos, spacing, etc. They won't transfer automatically from the Word format to AppleWorks or Text Edit. Other than buying the compatible software pack, any suggestions on making this happen?
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2006, 17:27 (GMT) Post subject: Picasso
That is funny! I usually say: “ I don't know, but am sure you can find a way to do it online”...
My memories of the PC are very vague. all I can remember was C:\ and typing a lot of prompts for 45 minutes and just as the recess bell went off I'd get to watch my screen change to many colors and a circle move across the screen.
And then the Mac was born! No C:\ or \ dir
Send me the graphics, I’ll convert them. Did you not visit the open source down load page?
They have compatible free legal software you could use that are compatable.
Yes, most of us probably started out with the PC training in VO's... I still remember slicing! So, we've come a long way with the Mac & in general, and I'm just thrilled my Mini's here, nestled in my studio like a top-secret space mission theory. And you're right, when we've been conditioned to perform PC moves for years, adjusting to the programming in a Mac can just be a matter of stretching that learning curve a bit.
I'm just frustrating that I have to re-do all of my graphics from my invoices - logos, spacing, etc. They won't transfer automatically from the Word format to AppleWorks or Text Edit. Other than buying the compatible software pack, any suggestions on making this happen?
Yes, most of us probably started out with the PC training in VO's... I still remember slicing! So, we've come a long way with the Mac & in general, and I'm just thrilled my Mini's here, nestled in my studio like a top-secret space mission theory. And you're right, when we've been conditioned to perform PC moves for years, adjusting to the programming in a Mac can just be a matter of stretching that learning curve a bit.
I'm just frustrating that I have to re-do all of my graphics from my invoices - logos, spacing, etc. They won't transfer automatically from the Word format to AppleWorks or Text Edit. Other than buying the compatible software pack, any suggestions on making this happen?
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Posted: Mon Nov 13, 2006, 18:26 (GMT) Post subject:
I was trained on a PC, but moved to Mac's about 5 yrs ago, now I run 4 G5 Powermac in my studio, man the really kick some Butt. Saying that to me Mac are Professional Machines, you ver tried to run Cubase on a Pc, it falls over more times than often, with G5 i no longer have that issue.
Downside to mac, expsensive if the go wrong, and not as Upgradable as most pc's.
In closing, PC for Games and Downloading hooky divx rips of the latest hollywood movies. Mac for Graphics and Music Production..
Come on Bill keep up _________________ If you dont bugger off now I will perform acts of voilence that will make the bloody devil cry
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, but I've been dealing with it so far. Once I make the software upgrade for my Mac, maybe then it'll get better.
