

These lie flat on the desk, taking up more horizontal space. These are quite typical for music production.

They have plenty of room inside and are easily accessible for upgrades. These are the most popular, and can be anything from around 1 to 3 feet in height. You’ll also have the option of upgrading components when needed. If your music production involves multiple orchestral sample libraries, and a lot of tracks and effects, a desktop might be more suitable. The advantage of a desktop is having even more power. Also, most people already have a laptop – there’s no need to buy two computers. That means editing in cafes with headphones, or taking it onto a stage for live performance. The advantages of a laptop are that you can take your studio anywhere.
