Re: Mac G4 midi software question with reaxtor

[Patrick Smith <patrick@his.com>]

On 12/9/02 Kevin Goldsmith queried:

>I heard that the 667 Mhz and 800 Mhz TiBooks had issues with performance
>of audio apps because of cache issues.  The cache was optimized for video
>applications (throughput vs latency).  This meant that if you had a
>looping MAX patch or reverb or something that your performace was about
>equal to the 400-500 Mhz TiBook.  Anyone done any tests with the newest
>TiBooks?  Also, how bad is a high-end iBook vs a medium-end TiBook for
>Max/Reaktor/DP3/Live?  I've been thinking of getting an iBook for my live
>and traveling sound use, but should I just save up for a TiBook
>replacement for my TiBook 400 Mhz that is on loan?


Kevin

Ijust picked up a new 1ghz TiBook and Reaxtor is so much fun on this. The
Granular programs that used to lock up on me now run at CPU rates of 14-15
and when I really push then make it up to 35...


Patrick