Laptops for Music Production Under C$1,500

Exceptional performance meets travel-ready mobility in the form of the Dell Latitude 3590. Under the hood you'll find a 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with 8GB of RAM, meaning this workhorse of a laptop can effortlessly juggle the most demanding of professional programs. The 256GB SSD makes for ample storage when it comes to managing your digital files while also lending exceptional speed. Whether you're on the commute, working from home or attending meetings across the city, the outstanding battery provides up to 15 hours of life so you can keep this productivity by your side at all times. The slender body frame weighs just 2.02kg for an all-around easy carry. The wealth of security features such as advanced user authentication, endpoint security and data encryption software all work together to effectively guard your identity and information. The Dell Latitude 3590 allows you to work effectively and securely wherever you go.

Hybrid laptops have become increasingly popular, and it's easy to see why. Such innovative tech allows you to have all the versatility of a tablet with an added keyboard that doesn't need to be connected separately. This is a feature at the heart of the Acer Spin 5 which easily converts from laptop to tablet and back again - perfect flexibility for those who need it most. Use this hybrid in four modes: you can have your cake and eat it when it comes to this fantastic bit of tech. The 13.3-inch capacitive touch screen offers a wide 1920 by 1080 display with all the vivid colors and detail you would expect. You can view characters and your work in crystal clear quality, relieving you from eye strain. The built-in webcam also means you can keep in touch with loved ones whether at university or across the world, streaming your videos in crisp clarity. If you're looking for versatility in a small package that's got the power of a normal laptop, then the Acer Spin 5 could be the answer.

Imagine a gaming laptop that can fully immerse you into your fantasy worlds, with astounding graphics and power that are simply unbeatable. Head into battle with the exciting NVIDIA graphics providing your gameplay with a new dimension that you will fall in love with. With 1920 x 1080 pixels, it is impossible not to be impressed with the incredible clarity of this display, seeing your games in a whole new technicolor. With 1000 GB of storage, you will never run out of room to store your favorite games and enjoy the benefits of having all your favorite games accessible in the same place, ready to play when you want to. No gaming laptop would be victorious without a powerful processor, and the HP Pavilion has a thrilling 8th generation core which will never disappoint, supporting you in all your gaming feats throughout the day and night. Game in ultimate style.

A sleek design is hiding some impressive specs in this Asus. Notebooks don't get much better or more fully formed than this, and the performance shows. Not only does it look fantastic, but it also comes loaded with the powerful processor from Intel and the 8GB of memory to ensure that everything powers along intuitively and smoothly. The massive 17.3-inch display screen has all of the pixel density you'll ever want, in Full HD and accompanied by IPS tech for easier use. The HDD comes with an integrated card reader so storage and space is never going to be a worry, and the SonicMaster audio system keeps your films and tunes sounding crystal clear no matter how loud you've got the volume turned up. With Bluetooth, super-quick Wi-Fi, and an Ethernet port, you're never going to have a problem getting connected, and the Intel® Turbo Boost Technology keeps everything under control. A laptop that won't let you down no matter where you are or what you're doing.

After a powerful and flexible convertible? Look no further. This nifty laptop is powerful and full of features while also looking amazing, too. Its ultra-thin design, together with 15.6 in screen and thin bezel edges, makes this ideal for those who want to get the maximum performance and style in one package. The 15.6 in touch screen is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor and Intel HD graphics card. This allows you to take advantage of features such as Windows ink where you can turn your thoughts into pictures and actions. Flexibility is also at the heart of the Lenovo Yoga 720 with its 360-degree hinge. It's light enough at just 4.4 pounds to allow you to turn it into a large tablet device to use on your lap or on the train. If you like music while you work, then you'll also love the built-in JBL speakers with Dolby audio premium. These can deliver enhanced bass and volume without any distortion. Take your productivity to the next level with the Lenovo Yoga 720 laptop.

If you long for your workdays to go faster, the HP Pavilion is installed with a Quad-core Intel Core i5 processor to ensure that you are free before you know it. This enables you to run multiple software applications at the same time so that you can juggle the tasks that are important to you. In addition to this, the combined HDD and SSD also mean that the HP Pavilion balances both speed and extra storage, ensuring all your professional needs are met. If you want to stay in touch with your colleagues at all times, even from the most remote locations, then this laptop is equipped with the latest Bluetooth and Ethernet connections, meaning that you can share documents quickly and easily between different devices. However, nothing says professional more than a crystal-clear display, and the AMD Radeon RX-560X discrete graphics give you a smooth and consistent visual performance. The Full HD and backlit screen not only has excellent clarity however, but its decent size and includes IPS also makes visual tasks easier on the eye.

The Acer Spin 5 is a laptop that ticks most of the boxes, from gaming to very good battery life and impressive design. From its Full HD resolution to its gorgeous audio sound, the Acer Spin is perfect for watching movies, listening to music, and playing certain games after a long day. You'll find that the Full HD makes movies and photos look clear and crisp for pleasant viewing, as well as Acer's Color Intelligence Technology adjusting gamma and saturation in real time. The most notable features, though, include its impressive battery life, meaning you can get through a heavy workday, no issue, as well as the Acer Spin 5's 8th Gen Intel Core processor meaning you can run multiple software applications without much hassle. The icing on the cake, however, is the SSD that keeps Windows 10 responsive, quick and smooth to use, while the 8GB of RAM helps with multi-tasking.

This ASUS might be a gaming laptop but it's also so much more. You'll find that this laptop is a remarkable demonstration of power and design in the same brutal casing. It comes with everything you'd hope for from a gaming laptop, and then throws in a few extras to sweeten the deal. And that deal is very sweet indeed, since it includes the latest Intel Core i7 processor, backed up and improved by the addition of the GeForce GTX graphics. Your games are going to look incredibly realistic, while the 8GB of RAM means that you're not going to be too limited on game choice either. The screen comes in the Full HD that you'd expect, but the LED backlight is a subtle surprise. The backlight on the full-size keyboard is a pleasure too, because it's not overwhelming and will ensure that you can fight your way through the hardest levels even at night. Perfect for some of the best games in the world, this is a monster on the inside and a work of art on the outside.

The Asus FX504GE is the powerful laptop that combines gaming performance with top-notch flexibility. The system is driven by a 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 hexa-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics card that will adeptly handle all your gaming adventures. The dual fans with patented Anti-Dust Cooling technology allow for stable power during the most exhaustive sessions. Weighing in at 2.3kg with profile that's less than 1"" thin, the FX504 seamlessly merges this power with portability. The 15.6-inch display features full HD resolution for a crisp and clear multimedia experience. With an outstanding lifespan of 20 million key presses, the laptop has a very durable keyboard with smooth and tactile strokes. The 256GB SSD delivers a robust storage solution for all your programs, extensions, tools and games, as well as rapid access to them. Finished off with an aggressive black and red look, the Asus FX504GE is the perfect tool to go to battle with.