New mini vs dual G5 2.7?

I am running Logic 8 on a dual G5 2.7. Are there any advantages of that computer over the new Mac Mini? I have been thinking of upgrading to a new Mac Pro but am thinking that might be overkill. I typically run Logic, Reason, Peak, Photoshop and Dreamweaver.

The new mini should be just fine . I am using an iMac 2007 model and the new mini kills it in specs and I run lots of plugin synths and fx . I would however put more ram in it than the standard 2 gigs 4-8 or more will increase your audio track count .
2 other things to tak in to consideration ;
An external firewire drive is always best to record to ( on any computer )
A firewire audio interface will give you better results than a USB based one .
Now be for the flamers attack me on USB vs. firewire spec ....
USB based HD are technically faster than firewire , but less band with and when you want to record many tracks you need that band with . the extra speed wont help .
USB based sound cards add burden and to CPU . Firewire dose not .
Firewire 800 is compatible with FW400 just need a 800 cable with a 400 end .
The Mac Mini FW Bus can handle an audio card and HD or two daisy chained just fine - though I would place the audio card 1st in the chain to avoid interruptions when the external HD is turned on/off .
Happy upgrade to you . Go make some music !
Message was edited by: DeathByMedia
Extra info : I have not upgraded to 10.6.4 yet and I assume a New mini will have this you should research it's compatibility with Logic . I know 10.6.3 had some issues with it .

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