Laptops for Music Production Under C$2,000

Alienware 13 R3 packs in a lot of power. A compact option with a 13" screen, DDR4 memory and an Intel 7th Gen processor, this laptop is more than capable. With quad-core H-class CPU for immersive potential, and NVIDIA® 1060-class graphics performance, this portable laptop will blow you away. Want unforgettable gameplay experience? The LCD screen explodes with color and clarity, while the sound comes supported by the Realtek ALC3266 audio chip and improved speaker design. With 8GB of RAM, sizeable storage won't hold you back. With meticulous design including a thinner look and better ventilation, this option keeps cool with a higher maximum thermal design power support. Extreme graphics pressure are no match for the Alienware 13 R3. With clearer audio output to boot, your gaming experience isn't compromised with poor sound quality. With an improved Alienware TactX keyboard, 80 key commands are now possible for maximum action throughout gameplay.

Power, mobility and comfort wrapped up into a stylish package, the ASUS ZenBook S is the ultimate creative tool. Look under the hood and you'll find a 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with 16GB of RAM that lends smooth performance to tackle the most demanding of workloads. The 512GB SSD allows you to store all your photos, videos, documents and digital files with plenty of space left over. The 13.3-inch NanoEdge display features 4K resolution for a stunning visual picture defined by lifelike colours and detail that will leave you inspired. The two surround sound speakers are equipped with ASUS SonicMaster Premium audio technology that enables cinema-like quality to further envelop you. The lightweight design and compact frame of the ZenBook enables you to keep this power by your side at all times. You can also comfortably rely on the high-capacity battery that lasts up to 13 hours and 30 minutes, whereas the fast-charge technology enables this laptop to go from 0% to 60% in under 50 minutes. The best part of it all? The Sleek ASUS ZenBook S is topped off in a deep blue finish that embodies precision, craftsmanship and elegance.

Power, mobility and comfort wrapped up into a stylish package, the ASUS ZenBook S is the ultimate creative tool. Look under the hood and you'll find a 1.8GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with 16GB of RAM that lends smooth performance to tackle the most demanding of workloads. The 512GB SSD allows you to store all your photos, videos, documents and digital files with plenty of space left over. The 13.3-inch NanoEdge display features 4K resolution for a stunning visual picture defined by lifelike colours and detail that will leave you inspired. The two surround sound speakers are equipped with ASUS SonicMaster Premium audio technology that enables cinema-like quality to further envelop you. The lightweight design and compact frame of the ZenBook enables you to keep this power by your side at all times. You can also comfortably rely on the high-capacity battery that lasts up to 13 hours and 30 minutes, whereas the fast-charge technology enables this laptop to go from 0% to 60% in under 50 minutes. The best part of it all? The Sleek ASUS ZenBook S is topped off in a deep blue finish that embodies precision, craftsmanship and elegance.

Designed to effectively conquer the battlefield, the ASUS FX504 is the laptop that combines powerful gaming performance with convenient flexibility. Leading the way is the 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 six-core processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM that ensures you're equipped to handle all your intense gaming adventures, as well as programs, tools and extensions. Thanks to the adept Anti-Dust Cooling system and HyperCool technology, you can rest assured that the laptop delivers reliable performance during those extended sessions and multitasking experiences. Driven by a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 chipset, you can enjoy supersmooth graphics upon the 15.6-inch FHD display. The notebook weighs in at just 2.3kg with a 0.98"" thin profile, so you won't even notice the FX504 when you're on-the-go. Outfitted with a 1TB hard drive and 256GB SSD, not only will you have more than enough room for your growing collection of digital files, but also wait-free load times. To top it all off, it's red-backlit gaming keyboard is rated at 20-million keystroke durability.

Designed to effectively conquer the battlefield, the ASUS FX504 is the laptop that combines powerful gaming performance with convenient flexibility. Leading the way is the 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 six-core processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM that ensures you're equipped to handle all your intense gaming adventures, as well as programs, tools and extensions. Thanks to the adept Anti-Dust Cooling system and HyperCool technology, you can rest assured that the laptop delivers reliable performance during those extended sessions and multitasking experiences. Driven by a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 chipset, you can enjoy supersmooth graphics upon the 15.6-inch FHD display. The notebook weighs in at just 2.3kg with a 0.98"" thin profile, so you won't even notice the FX504 when you're on-the-go. Outfitted with a 1TB hard drive and 256GB SSD, not only will you have more than enough room for your growing collection of digital files, but also wait-free load times. To top it all off, it's red-backlit gaming keyboard is rated at 20-million keystroke durability.

If your gaming laptop is currently too bulky for your purposes, the DELL XPS can remedy all your difficulties with its simple and sleek design, making carrying your gear to your friend's house even easier. However, say goodbye to gaming laptops that sacrifice power for size. The DELL XPS has both, with its clear and booming audio and wonderfully stable Wi-Fi connection ensuring that your games run smoothly, allowing you to play your games afresh, like you are doing so for the first time. The addition of the NVIDIA graphics card also makes running games look effortless, the lines drawn clearly and distinctly to make playing games as involving and thrilling as they should be. However, this laptop has a twist on the larger laptops by giving you the flexibility to play as you wish, including the use of tablet mode, wherein you can play your games and applications with a few simple clicks of your fingers.

Do you want to revolutionize the way you game? The MSI Leopard can help you to do just that, with its riveting features including 1060 graphics and an i7 processor that is sure to keep you glued to the screen. With dazzling high quality graphics that can make any game look almost life like, you can enjoy the most demanding of gaming titles without much hassle. If your gaming sessions often go into the night, then the MSI's backlit keyboard will mean that you never notice, with the perfect conditions to play day and night. Demanding games can often take a lot out of your laptop, but this is not the case with the MSI, whose Cooler Boost Technology ensures that both you and your laptop stay cool in the heat of battle, and lessens the damage to your laptop in the long run. This laptop is designed for gamers to battle to the death.

Become one with the world with this stunning Asus ZenBook 3. This premium design contains a 14-inch display, making this laptop extremely portable and enabling you to work from any location. This display also has beautiful Full HD graphics and ASUS Splendid technology that automatically adjusts your settings depending on what you're looking at. Even better, for those that are looking for entertainment, Tru2life Video enhancement means that every pixel on the screen is being used to its full potential, meaning that every movie and television show you watch is shown at a realistic and almost cinematic quality. To keep you safe online, a fingerprint sensor keeps this package more secure, and the Harman Kardon designed speakers mean that you get the most from your Spotify playlists. In addition, the precision touchpad and backlit keyboard make this a laptop that is easy to work or play on no matter where you might be, even in dim lighting conditions or at night.

This understated yet elegant laptop hides a stunning experience that will send you to the top of the leader boards. With a state of the art computer processor to power your journey through the fantasy landscapes of your favorite games, you will have the boost needed to play for longer, and demand more from your laptop. With 1060 graphics, you will also be able to get the best graphics on the market, with excellent visuals which throw you into the midst of the action. However, the real show stopper is the 144hz screen. You can enjoy the newly designed four hot keys which add to speedy control and smoother gameplay; the keyboard also features a highlight WASD key group with anti-ghosting technology, complete with n-key rollover so that your inputs are tracked accurately. This Strix laptop features impeccable gaming technology, beautiful visuals, a sleek appearance, and sound that'll transform any gaming title.

Portable perfection with the power to match, the Asus VivoBook Pro is very lovable indeed. It's slim enough and light enough to carry around with you, and it packs a performance punch that'll leave you reeling. The 7th Gen Intel processor is potent enough to handle all of your tasks no matter how busy you are, and the battery life will keep you going for longer too. The screen is a delight, with 4K UHD on a matte screen and enough color range to make your eyes bleed. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX gives you graphics worthy of the best games, and the Harman Kardon designed audio is beautiful to listen to. There's some quality cooling on the inside too, and you'll never have to worry about overheating. Watch Vines and YouTube with ease, and streaming any form of media is going to be nothing but pleasurable. A multimedia dream all wrapped up in a stylish design.