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Apple iMac (27" 3.1GHz i5)

Item ID: iMac27tb31

27" iMac with 3.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor, 4GB 1333MHz DDR3 memory, 1TB (7200 rpm) hard drive, and an AMD Radeon HD 6970M graphics processor with 1GB of GDDR5 memory

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Small Footprint, Huge Production Power!

Faster performance, dazzling graphics, and quad-core processors with horsepower to spare - when Apple updates their products, they don't fool around! The new, improved, and ready-for-anything Apple iMac is the perfect computer for your home studio, editing suite, or any other media-heavy setup. Get face-to-face with friends, relatives, and colleges in high-definition, with Apple's built-in FaceTime HD camera. And a killer combination of advanced video capabilities and a super-high-resolution display add the kind of visual depth that will blow you away!

This iMac is totally wireless, including a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse to complement it's already tiny footprint. You'll love how that opens up your desk space. You'll also love how this iMac's quad-core processor opens up new creative possibilities. No more reaching for that extra little bit of processing power to get the job done. Whether you're a serious music engineer or an all-around media power-user, performance like this is absolutely critical. When you've got an ultra-slim iMac on your desktop, you're going to experience all the apps you know, love, and use in a whole new way.

Apple 27" iMac Desktop Computer Features at a Glance:
  • Powerful, affordable, and compact desktop computer that's great for audio and media production
  • Small footprint keep your desk free, so you can keep the gear you need close at hand
  • Wide range of onboard I/O (including Thunderbolt) lets you hook up all of your gear
  • Comes loaded with Apple's extensive iLife software suite, as well as Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
  • Includes Apple Wireless Keyboard, Apple Magic Mouse, IEC power cord, install/restore DVDs, and both printed and electronic documentation

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Specification Detail
Operating System Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
CPU 3.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i5
Graphics/Video AMD Radeon HD 6970M
Maximum Resolution 2560 x 1440
Memory - Included 4GB
Memory - Max 16GB
Storage - Included 1TB
Storage - Expanded Not Expandable
Optical Drive Slot-loading 8x SuperDrive with 4x double-layer burning (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
Thunderbolt Ports 2 x Tunderbolt 10Gbps
FireWire Port 1 x FireWire 800
USB Ports 4 x USB 2.0
PCI Slots No PCI Slots
Card Slots 1 x SDXC
Video Ports 1 x Mini DisplayPort
Other Ports/Slots No Other Slots/Ports
Ethernet 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
WiFi 802.11n WiFi Networking
Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR wireless
Audio Inupts 1 x 1/8"
Audio Outputs 1 x 1/8"
Included Display Built-in 27" Display
Included Keyboard Apple Wireless Keyboard
Included Mouse Apple Magic Mouse
Height 20.4"
Width 25.6"
Depth 8.15"
Weight 30.5 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number MC814LL/A

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based on 2 reviews

I was a PC

by Bryan from Plattsburgh, NY
November 16, 2011
Music Background: Guitarist, Aspiring Producer/Engineer
Ok..First of all, if you are on the fence about weather or not you want to give up your PC, get this machine and be done with it already. I was and still am a PC guy for many many years. My dad is a... read more [+] computer tech for over 35 years. I grew up with a PC in the house since they were able to be in the house. After receiving this computer last week, I haven't been able to tear myself away from it. I admit, it took a few days to feel out the Mac OS, but it is fairly intuitive for the most part. Say goodbye to all of the PC woes....I was going to grab the i7 with 2GB of video, but I started reading on other websites that they ran terribly warm ( One review stated that it increased the temp of his office by 5+ degrees!! ). I felt that what I did not need to spend the extra cash for something that I more than likely wouldn't miss. I was also lucky enough to get some extra RAM, upgrading to a full 16GB of RAM!! Save the cash from the i7 and buy extra RAM. You'll be glad you did. This thing is a monster and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a dedicated machine for music. Funny enough, it also came with bootcamp, so I am also running windows 7 no problem, of course you will have a shit ton of updates to do, seeing how windows 7 has been out for quit some time. Thats normal anyway. Garage Band thats included is pretty cool. I run a fast track pro interface into Pro Tools 10. My Fast Track Pro installed in seconds and I was jamming in Garage Band in no time. Whats cool is that even though they are built in speakers, I was playing directly out of the iMAC from Garage Band. It literally sounded better than some of my practice amps! GET THIS....I called Matt Adams, and this guy had this thing on my doorstep in two days. close [-]

iMac

by Len from Indiana U.S.A.
January 19, 2012
Music Background:
I would have been totally blown away if it were not for having to feel around on the back of this iMac for the power button because it is not conveniently located on the front of the unit like my iPho... read more [+]ne, & iPad. Minor annoyance when I weigh it against the overall experience of working and playing on iconic work of art. Windows Schmindows, I am now a fully committed Apple guy. iMac boots in seconds, screams speedily between aps and web sites, and looks incredible standing on my desk. I could have saved myself a great deal of stress if I had converted to Apple much sooner. close [-]

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