Can a single SSD replace multiple HDD's for Digital Audio Production

[mikehell]

It is recommended that for low latency Digital Audio Production, you should have multiple HDD's.

Eg. one HDD for the O/S and programs, another one for the audio files and yet another for sample libraries.

My question is, could a single SSD do the job as effectively (or better) as multiple HDD's?

 

[Wamphryi]

In terms of latency then yes the SSD will take care of your needs. In terms of capacity perhaps not so well. Also there is a school of thought that suggests that write intensive task can reduce the life of the SSD though this may not be as bad as it sounds in real world terms.

 

[Dereck47]

Also, most audio files are highly incompressible, so you probably want to stay away from SandForce controller based SSDs. They work best with files that can be compressed.

 

[mikehell]

Thanks Derek,

I was considering an Intel 520 Series which I believe use the SandForce controller, but now considering a Crucial M4 Series which I don't think uses the SandForce and has a good reputation as well.

Cheers, Michael.

 

[DelroyMonjo]

I'd get the SSD for OS and programs and HDD(s) for the files and libraries just like any system. I wouldn't trust my data to just 1 drive whether it be SSD or HDD.

 

[mikehell]

Thanks D, will consider that. I do back-up on external hard drive though.

 

[mikehell]

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