First Time building A PC--Audio Recording

Deirdre_1

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Jan 20, 2016
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I'm looking to build my first PC, ever, as an alternative to using a Mac for audio production. Reason being my MacBook is too old to run new software and my budget doesn't allow for a Mac Pro.
I am mechanically adept enough (I can build a robot with discrete components), but must admit my ignorance when buying these parts. Could someone please advise?
*System requirements for software I'm running (copied and pasted) :
-Intel Core 2 Quad, or AMD Quad Core 2.66GHz or higher
16GB RAM or more
-Windows 7 or later (64-bit Windows/Host Sequencer)
-Sound card with ASIO drivers
-SSD (Solid State Drive) for sample streaming
All Systems

Update:

I forgot to mention I need this to run as quietly as possible, so a consideration when picking a case and a fan, I guess.
 
you don't need another GPU for audio production, Intel's intergrated is enough.
Better CPU will make rendering faster and more ram for plugins or other things for audio production without crashing.