Top Picks for the Audio Editor

Your options 8 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$720 to US$1020, with accessories.

Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.

• #1, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$400;
  ~$790 with accessories

  This computer is a compelling choice for everyday productivity, connectivity and enjoying the web... Read More about the di3880_s218pe

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i3-10100

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$395.93 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 03:26:05, EST

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• #3, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$50021% cheaper than usual
  ~$920 with accessories

  This computer is a good fit if you've been looking to get more work done from home on a budget. It's even relatively easy to upgrade and maintain thanks to deta... Read More about the di3880_s2101e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$498.88 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 04:49:31, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #4, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$4805% cheaper than usual
  ~$890 with accessories

  This computer is a good fit for everyday productivity on a budget. It's even relatively easy to upgrade and maintain thanks to detailed documentation. A few cre... Read More about the di3880_s2021e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$475.12 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 04:46:30, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• #5, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$56022% cheaper than usual
  ~$990 with accessories

  This computer is a good fit for everyday productivity on a budget, and thanks to fast storage, it'll keep your loading times to a minimum. It's even relatively... Read More about the di3880_s2041e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	0.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  4/5

  This should run nicely

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$554.31 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 05:01:33, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

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• #6, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$4603% cheaper than usual
  ~$870 with accessories

  This computer is well-suited for everyday productivity on a budget. It's even relatively easy to upgrade and maintain thanks to detailed documentation if you do... Read More about the di3880_s205e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	0.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$459.28 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 04:53:26, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #7, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  Dell Inspiron 3880 Desktop from US$5607%, Best price yet!
  ~$990 with accessories

  This computer is well-suited for speedy productivity on a budget. It's even relatively easy to upgrade and maintain thanks to detailed documentation if you do n... Read More about the di3880_s2081e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-10400

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 15.40 x 29.30 x 32.43 cm

  Weight: 6.020 kg

  detailed info

  US$554.31 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 04:57:39, EST

  pricing accuracy

  Pricing Accuracy

  Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Dell (Canada) site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
• #8, Stationary Computers (under $1200)

  

  HP Pavilion Desktop PC from US$580;
  ~$1020 with accessories

  If you need a PC for more than basic homework, or if you want a little room to grow with your next system, this cost-efficient model could be just what you need... Read More about the TP01-0019

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Stationary Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	2/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  by Tower Computers standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	2.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	N/A

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9400

  Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB + 256 GB (~1.25 TB)

  Dimensions: 15.54 x 30.40 x 33.74 cm

  Weight: 5.960 kg

  detailed info

  US$578.06 from HP (New) as of 2021-03-07 13:40:52, EST

  pricing accuracy

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• #1, Laptops ($525 - $725)

  

  Dell Inspiron 5502 15-inch Laptop from US$56022%, Best price yet!
  ~$720 with accessories

  This Laptop excels at cost-effective productivity while remaining relatively easy to carry. It even has a few attractive features, such as Gigabit-capable WiFi... Read More about the ni155000t_sb_5015e

  • the Road Warrior
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Aspiring Creative
  • the Multitasker
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	2/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	4/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	5/5
  Autonomy	5/5

  performance in Music Production

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Audacity

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in GarageBand

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  performance in GarageBand for iOS

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-1135G7

  Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 256.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 35.61 x 23.45 x 1.79 cm

  Weight: 1.714 kg

  detailed info

  US$554.31 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2021-03-08 04:14:44, EST

  pricing accuracy

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