Best Mac for the Job

We are looking to upgrade our editing system.
We produce 1-2 minute motion graphics in After Effects CS4.  We also import miniDV footage and use 'multi-cam edit' in Premier Pro CS4 to produce a 30-min T.V. show. 
We are looking at a Mac Pro.  Give me your recommendations on Processor, Ram, HD, Graphics Card and how to preview on TV video monitor.  We have a 2TB in-house server, so I don't think I need multiple HDs for media storage.
Thanks in advance.

Neither Harm nor Jim are correct. I use both platforms and the Mac wins hands down. Regardless of hardware, OS X is far superior to the world of hurt that is Windows. I would recommend getting the base quad-core Mac Pro and adding RAM from a Mac specialized 3rd party supplier (you will save a ton of money this way). The Mac Pro is a great machine and a snap to upgrade. Comparable Windows PCs are actually more expensive than the Mac Pro so it is also a good bargain. The stock graphics card should be good enough for your needs. With a DVI or mini display adapter it should permit you to connect to a TV monitor.

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