Laptops for Music Production

Made to excel in just about every situation, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better everyday laptop than the Apple 13.3" MacBook Pro. The 13.3-inch IPS Retina display features an outstanding 227 ppi pixel density, while the integrated Intel Iris Graphics 655 delivers sharp and clear picture quality. Whether you're dabbling into your creative side on Adobe Suite programs, streaming online videos or simply scrolling through your timeline, the MacBook puts forth a wonderful visual experience from top to bottom. When it comes to power, the 2.3GHz Intel Core i6 quad-core processor with 8GB of RAM leads the way for this notebook that's equipped to breeze through all your essential programs and tasks. The 256GB SSD provides plenty of space for all your photos, videos, documents and digital files, as well as blistering access times. Considering this robust performance, it's impressive that this slender MacBook weighs just 1.35kg and boasts up to 10 hours of battery life for unmatched portability. Complete with the signature Space Grey finish, it comes with the latest innovation in the Touch Bar, which replaces the function keys with an interactive way to increase productivity, accessibility and efficiency.

Made to excel in just about every situation, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better everyday laptop than the Apple 13.3" MacBook Pro. The 13.3-inch IPS Retina display features an outstanding 227 ppi pixel density, while the integrated Intel Iris Graphics 655 delivers sharp and clear picture quality. Whether you're dabbling into your creative side on Adobe Suite programs, streaming online videos or simply scrolling through your timeline, the MacBook puts forth a wonderful visual experience from top to bottom. When it comes to power, the 2.3GHz Intel Core i6 quad-core processor with 8GB of RAM leads the way for this notebook that's equipped to breeze through all your essential programs and tasks. The 256GB SSD provides plenty of space for all your photos, videos, documents and digital files, as well as blistering access times. Considering this robust performance, it's impressive that this slender MacBook weighs just 1.35kg and boasts up to 10 hours of battery life for unmatched portability. Complete with the signature Space Grey finish, it comes with the latest innovation in the Touch Bar, which replaces the function keys with an interactive way to increase productivity, accessibility and efficiency.

Robust computing capabilities within a lightweight form factor, the Acer SF314 is ready to power through the day. The system is outfitted with a 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with 8GB of RAM, so you can rest assured that it's able to handle all your regular programs, applications and tasks. The ultrathin and portable design is 17.9mm thin and weighs 1.5kg, making this notebook easy to carry along with you, whereas up to 10 hours of battery life enable day-to-night productivity. The 14-inch IPS display features full HD resolution with clear viewing from all angles, while Acer Color Intelligence™ allows the panel to dynamically adjust colour, brightness and saturation based on your surroundings. When it comes to storage, the 256GB SSD provides ample space for all your personal and professional files, as well as lightning quick access times. The final touch of personality for the Acer Sf314 is the sleek white all-aluminum body that's cool to the touch.

If you are looking for a workstation from which to base all of your professional and entertainment activities, the MSI Prestige is for you. With a 17.3 inch Full HD display, you have the vivid screen that you need for detailed work, as well as the size needed for full immersion into your software or games. The power of the MSI Prestige's graphics do not end there, with on-board UHD Intel Graphics 630 and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti giving this laptop smooth visuals no matter the software you are using. With an 8th generation Intel Core i7 to back this up, you also have the necessary power to boost your activities all day long, with the support needed to run large software. Even better, the 32 GB of RAM and SSD give you a fast and powerful experience, even when putting your laptop through the rigors of professional life.

Your gaming needs will certainly be satisfied with this stunning monster of a gaming laptop. The Acer Predator is a powerhouse of gaming technology all wrapped up in a brutal and aggressive design that will terrify your enemies and make your teammates love you all the more. As well as all the processing and graphics power you're looking for, there are some unexpected delights in the list of features too. You'll immediately notice the cool running and lack of overheating thanks to the cooling system and vents. Your gameplay might even improve thanks to the Killer DoubleShot Pro, which also helps destroy lag as quickly as you destroy your opponents. Make no mistake, this is a battlecruiser of a laptop, and it looks devastatingly powerful from all angles. Immersion is made even easier thanks to the four speakers, two subwoofers, and the finishing touch of the Dolby® Audio. The screen is a stunner too: 17.3-inches of IPS and Full HD, with a handy backlight. Use the backlit keyboard to play your favorite games long into the night, and you won't regret buying this brutal powerhouse of a gaming laptop.

The Thinkpad P50 is Lenovo's thinnest, lightest and most mobile workstation to date, but that doesn't mean this laptop lacks substance. The Thinkpad P50 offers a beautifully large 15.6in UHD 4K display, able to produce rich visuals; plus, this machine is certified to run ISV applications. Overall, there are plenty of quality features loaded into this laptop, with one of its most impressive being its 16GB of RAM. The Intel® Xeon® Processor makes this laptop ideal for performance-seeking users, and the X-Rite® Pantone® color calibration means that you get absolutely no bleed on the screen whatsoever. The FLEX Performance Cooling system keeps the whole machine quiet at high levels of performance, and the end result is a workstation that packs more in than you could possibly believe. In its essence, this laptop is designed with work and play in mind, and is the perfect companion for those seeking a laptop that is portable but also powerful.

This little and adorable laptop is perfect for casual and hardcore gamers alike. Whether you enjoy crushing your enemies or building the perfect farm, the DELL Inspiron's powerful and quick system gives you a gaming experience like never before. With its detailed NVIDIA graphics and a 6GB video memory, this laptop makes the most of your games by providing you with high-quality visuals and fast streaming, that avoids interruptions from buffering. Its inbuilt HHD and SSD system also means that you can rely on this laptop to store and save your games with ease, ensuring that your laptop will not only be incredibly quick, but reduce the agonies of unsaved data and game crashes. The DELL Inspiron also has a responsive keyboard so that you can button bash to your heart's content. Using this, you will always click with precision, allowing you to play your games with the best tech and graphics that'll bring your characters and tiny worlds to life.

The Acer Predator series has coined a reliable and impeccable name for itself, and the Predator 15 is another model in a long line of successful and powerful gaming laptops. Built with gamers in mind, everything about this laptop (inside and out) is built to give optimal gameplay so that you can become the ultimate hero. The 15.6-inche screen and rich sound quality means visuals and audio are impeccable, thanks to the inclusion of two speakers, a subwoofer and Dolby Audio. However, for tactile gameplay, the Predator 15 comes with the Predator ProZone Keyboard (perfect for button bashing and high-precision fights), but also the best cooling technology (Cooler Master and FrostCore) so that your laptop doesn't suffer from any overheating that may hinder your gameplay or gaming bests. To kill lag, you can control your internet connection with the help of Killer DoubleShot Pro technology, which allows your select the applications that use your bandwidth. If this doesn't impress you, then nothing will.

If you are looking for a sleek laptop with the power to excel, the ASUS Vivobook's high-strength aluminum chassis is perfect to combat the rigors of daily life. However, the lightweight and slim frame does not mean a lack of power. The 7th Generation Intel Core processor has the power that you need to succeed, and the 16GB of DDR4 RAM gives you the smooth performance necessary. This laptop suits both businesspeople and casual users, with its array of professional-grade features that you can adapt to your usage. For instance, the long-length battery has enough power to enable you to work from morning until night, and comes with fast charge tech, so even if you are running low on power it won't take long to get back up to full charge. If you are still looking for the finishing touch, the LED backlight on the 15.6-inch Full HD display gives this laptop the visuals that you need for a precise and immersive experience.

Desktop-grade power within a lightweight laptop frame? The MSI Workstation WE63 brings this vision to life and sets the new standard for mobile power. Driven by a 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 hexa-core processor with 16GB of RAM, this portable workstation is capable of dealing with everything from pro-grade applications to exhausting gaming adventures. The expansive 256GB SSD provides ample space for all your personal and professional files. Led by a NVIDIA Quadro P2000 graphics chipset, the 15.6-inch FHD display puts forth crisp and clear visual quality, while the Matrix Display allows you to take the entertainment experience to the next level by connecting up to three external screens. Elsewhere, the Intel® Identity Protection Technology protects your credentials, information and identity with additional layers of security and authentication. Whether you're a creative professional looking to bolster productivity or itching to continue your gaming endeavours, look no further than the MSI Workstation WE63.

Get your work done on time with the DELL Latitude, designed especially for the professional in mind, who is seeking a laptop that is sleek, smooth, and capable. This laptop can increase your productivity with the full-sized keyboard, which lets you type for as long as you like in comfort, which makes it an excellent choice when deadlines are approaching, and the dual pointing devices will only increase your speed. Although this laptop is also suited to casual users, its excellent communication features are designed for the office, with a HD webcam to ensure that you can see and speak to your colleagues efficiently when away. What's more, its communication features also come with Windows Hello Facial Recognition and speakers that ensure that you can discuss your workload without interruption and a richer sound. In addition, the familiar Windows software will ensure that you can dive straight into your tasks without worrying about strict learning curves.

Be prepared for victory with the ASUS ROG Strix, which gives you the features that you need to amp up your gaming expertise and squash the competition. Every good battle starts with sophisticated equipment, and the ASUS's beautiful design will be the envy of all your competitors, making you feel as if you are armoured for battle. What the designer casing contains is just as awe-inspiring, with the power of an i7 processor allowing you to play better for longer, boosting your laptop's power to sustain more demanding games and intense gaming sessions. Now you can bash those keys without worrying over the strain on your laptop, with a fully customizable keyboard that allows you to change the backlit areas to suit your playing style, and the games that you love playing - the anti-ghosting technology also ensures that each strike is precise and responsive, allowing you to focus on your goal of becoming the one to beat online.