HI
My CPU pulled me to one side recently during an intensive plug-in based session and told me it was considering an early retirement, the up-shot of that was my serious consideration in making a decent size move up in horsepower to a dual-xeon cpu based set-up.
Has anyone used such a set-up?
My main concerns are compatability issues, I had read that some software is not happy in this enviroment ('it' gets dpressed at not being able to bring the system to a standstill!') - any experiences?
Flipper.
Any dual-Xeon cpu users here?
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original flipper original flipper https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=8999
- KVRAF
- 2544 posts since 14 Sep, 2003 from Essex
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original flipper original flipper https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=8999
- KVRAF
- Topic Starter
- 2544 posts since 14 Sep, 2003 from Essex
HI
No one using this kind of set-up?
Flipper.
No one using this kind of set-up?
Flipper.
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- KVRist
- 149 posts since 4 Jul, 2002 from Far reaching galaxies
I have one, but I don't understand your original question.
Your penis is a weapon. protect it and keep it dry.
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original flipper original flipper https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=8999
- KVRAF
- Topic Starter
- 2544 posts since 14 Sep, 2003 from Essex
HI
You mean you have TWO cpu's!
My question came at the end ----->
"My main concerns are compatability issues, I had read that some software is not stable in this enviroment any experiences?"
Slightly clearer?
Flipper.
You mean you have TWO cpu's!
My question came at the end ----->
"My main concerns are compatability issues, I had read that some software is not stable in this enviroment any experiences?"
Slightly clearer?
Flipper.
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- KVRist
- 149 posts since 4 Jul, 2002 from Far reaching galaxies
I have dual 2.8 on a Tyan mobo. I run Sonar and Samplitude with no cpompatibility issues. I use 3x15 DSP Creamware Scope cards with a variety of I/O options along with 2 Tascam DM24's cascaded together, each with an additional ADAT card.
As far as VST compatibility goes, I can't give you a definitive answer as I use the Creamware synths and effects more than the native stuff. I mostly do audio recording, that includes tracking my softsynths live, very little midi editing goes on in my world, but from what I've done there have been no problems.
But as far as the system and performance goes, it's rock solid without any problems.
Let me know if you need any more detailed info or if you just want more detail info.
As far as VST compatibility goes, I can't give you a definitive answer as I use the Creamware synths and effects more than the native stuff. I mostly do audio recording, that includes tracking my softsynths live, very little midi editing goes on in my world, but from what I've done there have been no problems.
But as far as the system and performance goes, it's rock solid without any problems.
Let me know if you need any more detailed info or if you just want more detail info.
Your penis is a weapon. protect it and keep it dry.
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- KVRAF
- 37547 posts since 14 Sep, 2002 from In teh net
Have you had any problems with Scope and 2 processors - I've read that some people have had problems with hyperthreading as Scope is not yet optimised for multiple processors so how have you got around that? (I think some people have had midi problems and lockups)
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- KVRAF
- 3222 posts since 23 Dec, 2002
Have you condsidered building a second box and linking them together? If you can afford the space and have a means to control the noise it is probably a cheaper option. I have three PCs in my studio and one Mac and they are linked together . I turn on each box as i need more power. I have to manage extra song data but mostly the other boxes run vsts . I have them adat connected via my mixer. The old puter doen't get discarded that way and you can extend the mileage of your purchase. The noise issue can be resolved if you put the boxes on the other side of a wall and run cables through to your workspace. Unless the software is written to take full advantage of the dual processors it is unlikely that you will double your power. If you build another box you certainly will be able to take full advantage of the power.
I know that isn't what you asked for but I considered the same options last year and decided on this approach instead. I read some performance benchmarks with Cubase on dual motherboards and didn't find the marginal extra gain worth the expense.
I know that isn't what you asked for but I considered the same options last year and decided on this approach instead. I read some performance benchmarks with Cubase on dual motherboards and didn't find the marginal extra gain worth the expense.
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original flipper original flipper https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=8999
- KVRAF
- Topic Starter
- 2544 posts since 14 Sep, 2003 from Essex
HI
Yes, "Scotty" I think I remember the thread about drilling holes in walls and stuff!
I suppose it's my dislike for having things seperated, I don't like things all over the place - I get confused easily!
But it's true that to get another computer rigged up to what I have is the cheaper option (by far) - the price of a couple of xeon's (3.06mhz) and a motherboard is almost a grand - you can probably get a P4 3.4mhz (bare-bones) set-up for that price alone.
It seems a shame that software appears to be a step ahead of the 'engine' that drives it - well from the point of view of the user.
Flipper.
Yes, "Scotty" I think I remember the thread about drilling holes in walls and stuff!
I suppose it's my dislike for having things seperated, I don't like things all over the place - I get confused easily!
But it's true that to get another computer rigged up to what I have is the cheaper option (by far) - the price of a couple of xeon's (3.06mhz) and a motherboard is almost a grand - you can probably get a P4 3.4mhz (bare-bones) set-up for that price alone.
It seems a shame that software appears to be a step ahead of the 'engine' that drives it - well from the point of view of the user.
Flipper.
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rock'tedmason'thomas rock'tedmason'thomas https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=34662
- KVRer
- 4 posts since 27 Jul, 2004
I have a dual 3.06 Xeon HP workstation and it is not a problem. The Xeon is a very efficient processor. I upgraded from a 2.4 and the difference is very, very big. I went from underpowered to having trouble maxing it out (I am referring to vsti work, I don't multitrack enough to give you an opinion on this.) If you are worried about benchmark tests, remember diminished gains are always a factor whether it is a single or a dual. It really is a good investment and I would add to get the best motherboard you can to utilize the Xeon. Most motherboards for Xeon are built with servers in mind and they have less pci slots and you can not choose addresses to avoid conflicts because of the dual cpu (in my case at least, perhaps there is a workaround.). That issue could be a huge factor if, for instance, the a LAN card and the soundcard share the address.