Audio editing software for a G4 PowerBook 1.5

Hi I've been given a G4 PowerBook to see if I'm tempted to move away from windows PC's to apple.
I'm looking for software that will work on the PowerBook that will let me edit all audio files and multitrack edit too, the current software I use on pc is adobe audition, any pointers?

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Couple questions. I do a lot of audio production and
work currently. I use a gateway with Cubase, and its
not bad, but I feel like I need something mroe high
end.
Yes, you do indeed need sth more high end.
I'm looking at the 17 inch Imac. Does anyone record
using this computer? How's it sound? Is there any way
to put in a new soundcard or something if i don't
like the current one?
It's not an iMac, but a faithful PowerBook G4 that I am using. Apples Core Audio is awesome. Your sound, however, will depend on your interface.
Secondly, is logic pro the most advanced and best
audio recording software for the mac? Are there
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I know about Pro Tools, but it seems like there isn't
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port, and also using a preamp for my guitar direct
into the computers USB.
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Logic Express? I do a lot of post production mixing
as well, and use VST plugins. Speaking of that, will
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VST or Midi like Cubase will?
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advocate.damodar
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