Silent Studio Workstation — Apple-Based Configuration (2025)

1. Mac mini with M4 Pro Chip

CPU/GPU: 12-core CPU, 16-core GPU (Apple M4 Pro)
Memory: 64 GB Unified RAM
Storage: 1 TB SSD
Connectivity: 4x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet, headphone jack
Noise Level: Virtually silent — ideal for live audio recording
Price: $2,299 (Estimated retail from authorized Apple resellers like Expercom)

2. Apple Studio Display with VESA Mount Adapter

Display: 27″ Retina 5K (5120 x 2880)
Color Accuracy: P3 wide color, True Tone, 600 nits brightness
Build: All-aluminum enclosure, VESA mount-ready (adjustable stand required separately)
Speakers/Mic/Camera: 6-speaker system with Spatial Audio, 3-mic array, 12MP Ultra Wide w/ Center Stage
Included Cable: 1-meter Thunderbolt 4 cable (connects and powers Mac mini)
Ports: 1 Thunderbolt + 3 USB-C ports (for peripherals)
Price: $1,599 (Apple Store)

3. AppleCare+

▸ For Mac mini:

3 years of protection
Covers hardware, logic board, accidental damage (with deductible)
Price: $99

▸ For Studio Display:

3 years of protection
Covers screen, ports, camera, accidental damage (with deductible)
Price: $149

Total Investment Summary

Mac mini M4 Pro (64 GB / 1 TB)

$2,299

Studio Display (VESA version)

$1,599

AppleCare+ for Mac mini

$99

AppleCare+ for Studio Display

$149

Total

$4,146