Could an Air handle Logic 9 if I wasn't doing any real recording on it? I mainly need it for triggering synths and samples live. I would also be installing some soft synths like NI Komplete etc.

They have Air's for $850 on the refurb store and 13" MacBook Pro's for $929. Is there a cheaper way to go?

Could an Air handle Logic 9 if I wasn't doing any real recording on it? I mainly need it for triggering synths and samples live. I would also be installing some soft synths like NI Komplete etc.

They have Air's for $850 on the refurb store and 13" MacBook Pro's for $929. Is there a cheaper way to go?

The answer is YES!

I have a 2.4Ghz C2D Al_uMB with the 9400M, 4GB, 250GB 7200RPM HDD. And it performs quite well even with the latest update.
The only sluggishness I see is when a buddy of mine starts using multiple tracks with heavy editing (excess of 15-20).

Recording can do done directly but preferrably via MIDI-USB external kit of your choice.

I've not heard of NI Komplete - very curious.

Yes with the SSD "drive" you'll do quite well - I would highly recommend an external HDD for saving your work.

PS: if you haven't purchased the 2nd gen Air yet ... I'd hold off for another 40days. Save that cheddar, see if ThunderBolt with new Corei5/7 ULV chips debut with possibly larger SSD's (256/512GB options). If not then your BOUND to find refurbished current models in the Apple Store.

Cheers.

PS: if you haven't purchased the 2nd gen Air yet ... I'd hold off for another 40days. Save that cheddar, see if ThunderBolt with new Corei5/7 ULV chips debut with possibly larger SSD's (256/512GB options). If not then your BOUND to find refurbished current models in the Apple Store.

Cheers.

*waiting patiently*