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Apple MacBook Pro (13" 2.4GHz i5)

Item ID: MBP13-24i5

Laptop Computer with 2.4GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5 Processor, 500GB Hard Drive, 4GB Memory, 13.3" Display, and Thunderbolt Port

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From Our Research Team:

Major Mac Muscle, Now Featuring Thunderbolt!

With an Apple MacBook Pro, you've got unbelievable power at your fingertips. This machine's ready to handle serious audio and video projects, whether you're on the go or parked at your desktop. And this latest MacBook Pro is more capable than ever! In addition to boasting a blazing-fast, state-of-the-art Core i5 processor, this Macbook Pro is decked out with something you'll be hearing a lot more about soon: Thunderbolt. This new connection port blows USB and FireWire out of the water, in terms of performance. In fact, it's up to 20 times faster than USB 2.0 and more than 12 times faster than FireWire 800. You get 10Gbps of throughput, in both directions. And if you're into pro audio and video, you know that's a recipe for serious performance! Call Sweetwater today to find the best Apple MacBook Pro configuration for your needs.

Apple MacBook Pro at a Glance:
  • Peak processing performance
  • Thunderbolt
  • Powerful audio and video

Peak processing performance
This Apple MacBook Pro sports a fast Core i5 processor for exceptional multimedia performance. Your audio projects will load faster than ever, you'll be able to use more plug-ins and virtual instruments, and you'll be able to record and mix more tracks than ever before.

Thunderbolt
The Apple MacBook Pro comes equipped with a Thunderbolt port for high-bandwidth connectivity. With 10Gbps of throughput both in and out, Thunderbolt holds a ton of potential for audio and video applications. Thunderbolt can handle near-zero latency performance and higher channel counts than ever before. It also offers the potential for faster video transfers than ever, up to 20 times faster than USB 2.0 and 12 times faster than FireWire 800.

Powerful audio and video
The Apple MacBook Pro is the perfect workstation for audio and video professionals. You get rock-solid compatibility with more creative software applications, and fast efficient performance thank's to its exceptional processing power and connectivity options.

Apple MacBook Pro Features at a Glance:
  • Ideal mobile workstation for audio and video production
  • Thunderbolt, USB 2.0, and FW800 ports to connect with your gear
  • Supports an external monitor for dual-display convenience when you're at your desk
  • Multi-touch trackpad lets you zoom, rotate images, navigate webpages, and more with simple gestures instead of menu clicks
  • Long-life battery gives you up to 7 hours of operation (based on wireless web usage, time will vary)

Get your hands on the latest example of major Mac mobile muscle, Apple's Thunderbolt-equipped MacBook Pro!

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Specification Detail
Operating System OS X Lion, 64-bit
Display 13.3" Widescreen
CPU 2.4GHz dual-core Intel Core i5
Graphics/Video Intel HD Graphics 3000 with 384MB DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory
Maximum Resolution 1280 x 800
Memory - Included 4GB
Memory - Max 8GB
Storage - Included 500GB 5400-RPM
Storage - Expanded No Expanded Storage
Optical Drive 8x SuperDrive
Thunderbolt Ports 1
FireWire Port 1 x FW800
USB Ports 2 x USB 2.0
PCI Slots No PCI Slots
Card Slots SDXC Card Slot
Video Ports 1
Ethernet Yes
WiFi Yes
Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
Audio Inputs 1 x 1/8"
Audio Outputs 1 x 1/8"
Battery Life 7 Hours
Height 0.95"
Width 12.78"
Depth 8.94"
Weight 4.5 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number MD313LL/A

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Reviews

based on 4 reviews

Vrooom!!!

by Martin Gardner from Colorado Springs
April 26, 2012
Music Background: Home studio recording
Went from PC to this.Like trading a family van for a Ferrari.

Excellent studio

by Don Holmes from Pensacola, FL & Nashville, TN
March 21, 2012
Music Background: Pro Musician, songwriter
An easy to use solution for a non-tech person like myself, for writing and recording your own songs and sending them to the decision makers. I'm using Garageband software that comes with the Mac and ... read more [+]might eventually upgrade to Logic Pro, but not necessary for me. Buy the Apogee One audio interface for portability and headphone use, but you'll want the Apogee Duet for best results with monitor speakers. close [-]

Toy or Tool?

by William Carter from Canton, IL USA
January 2, 2012
Music Background: Hobbyist, Student
This is the coolest mac computer i've ever owned. It does every action so fast that it "melts my mind."

It's a lot of fun to play around with.

But at the same time, I di... read more [+]d a project that I planed to take 2 weeks on, in only 6 days. WOW!

Great Investment close [-]

Great computer

by Jason from Pikeville,KY
December 6, 2011
Music Background: Musician, pastor, worship leader
Bought this Mac for video editing for my church and it has do e a great job! Downloads video easily and the editing in iMovie is professional and easy to use... My only issue with this Mac is that it... read more [+] does not have iDVD loaded on it... It has to be purchased separately close [-]

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