Apogee 2/Logic Pro With iBook

Simple: All I want to do is record VOs using Logic Pro and my Apogee 2 interface hooked with a Neumann Mic. To save money, thought I'd buy a refubished model. Can I do this? Especially with Apogee 2? If yes, what specifications should I look for in either ibooks, mac airs or powerbook?  Thank you so much for any help

Hello,
The system requirements for a Apogee 2 is:
Computer: Intel Mac 1.5GHz or faster
Memory: 2 GB RAM minimum, 4 GB recommended
OS: 10.6.4 or greater
Connection and Power: USB, powered by any available USB port on the computer (DC power optional)
This out rules any iBook and PowerBook Models as they don't have an Intel processor.
What you should be looking for is a MacBook, MacBook Pro or MacBook Air.
Any of those models would be compatible with this device.
My recommendation would be a MacBook Pro.
Maybe a Early 2009 onward model if your looking to buy secondhand.
This device is Mountain Lion compatible, so a new MacBook would work fine too.
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