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Computer "Tweaks" and "Customization" ?

So after a fair amount of background work, a friend of mine is assembling a computer for me (with components I've purchased) - I simply can't afford to buy one already built. A feature one typically reads about is the so-called "tweaking" to optimize for pro audio. Some dealers boast of numerous tweaks that they do. What type of things are these folks doing to optimize?

Studio monitors - will Yamaha HS80M do the job?

Hi!

This is my first post and I would like to ask for your help regarding the first studio monitors I am about to buy.

FACTS

The monitors will be used with an iMac, for music composition and mixing.
I will work, mainly, with virtual instruments.
I will NOT do mastering on them.

Dynaudio BM5A

Have some extra cash and am looking into upgrading some of the chain! Opinions!

Well, I have some money (about 1k) not much, but enough to buy some upgrades. Here is my current setup, let me know what you guys think the weak links are, and hopefully some suggestions for replacement.

Computer: MacBook Pro, 4GB RAM, Solid state hard drive, etc.

Interface: PreSonus FirePod

Preamp: Aphex 107 with the tube upgrade

New Kickin Blues

Hi kids. Uncle Dogg simply checking in and wanted you all to know whats up at Drool'n Dogg Productions these days. Finished, in January, all the tracking of a Blues record I'm producing, with the keys going on at the 'new' studio. The Clubhouse Studio is no more. The Drool'n Dogg Ranch takes its place. Some parts better, others not. Ya get what ya get.

Newby Question: I want to simulate a bass guitar with my acoustic guitar. What pedal?

I want to simulate a bass guitar with my acoustic guitar to add into recordings. What pedals etc will accomplish this? I am looking for simplicity and would rather not spend a whole lot, cause I ain't got much $
I haven't even tried using this multi track recorder yet. I'm 61 years old and tech stuff scares heck outa me!

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