Pro Tools 10 Build 2014

Hi everyone

I'm planning on building a Hackintosh that boots both Mac and Windows. Mac for ProTools 10 and Windows for Gaming.

Earlier this year I built a PC for ProTools and I didn't follow the recommended hardware, therefore turning the build into absolute mess. I have been working on a 2009 imac for about 4 years now and I need an upgrade. So I thought I'd try working on a PC. I Just felt that ProTools was generally more clunky and thought that if I could get a duel booting Hackintosh to work and I would have best of both worlds!

Here is the Hardware I'm thinking of putting together (note the hardware in italics, I already own)
My main priority is stability, so there is a higher budget if it mean it would provide better stability.
I'm from the UK, so I can't use Newegg.

Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD3H ATX (is the UD5H worth the extra money)
i7-4770 3.4Hz (is it worth getting the K version)
16Gb Vengeance Corsair LP
GTX 770 2GB (overkill, but I love gaming)
Samsung 840 Pro 256Gb (for Mac)
240Gb Kingston SSD (for Windows)
2x Seagate Barracuda 2TB
Xfx Pro Black 750w
R4 Fractal Design
Custom CPU Cooler
Mbox 3 USB

What would be the best OSX for ProTools? From what I have researched Mountain lion seems stable.

I've read a lot on this forum and watched many videos. I feel confident I can do this, but this would be my first Hackintosh build.

I hope this is the right place to submit this thread and I would really appreciate some advice from you guys

Thanks in advance

I agree, Pro Tools does seem to function in a more "clunky" manner on PC (maybe its just me being used to PT on Mac).

My build:

i7-3770k
z77x-UD5H
16gb (8x2) Corsair Vengence
GTX 770 (runs Arma 3 on high/ultra just fine)
2x 128 gb SSD (windows and Mac)
1x WD 7200 RPM (sample library, storage and scratch disc for Reason/PT10)
OSX ML 10.8(.5?)

My build is stable although I had a bit of a struggle getting there. I ended up having to use chameleon to finish the SMC and motherboard install (for ethernet, graphics to be stable).

Mountain Lion definitely runs Pro Tools 10 the best. I haven't had any problems with either my hackintosh or my MBPro laptop. DO NOT USE MAVERICKS, PRO TOOLS WILL NOT WORK.

As for the motherboard, its really up to you. I went with the UD5H because I was following Slugnet's/BoomR's build. I can't say whether or not the UD5H is worth the extra $ but I can say that I have it and its stable. I'm sure if the UD3H is on the buyer's guide then it is also stable. I would suggest typing "z77x" into the search bar on Newegg and selecting both motherboards for comparrison and make your decision based on that.

Good luck with your build!

StoplightLooseJaw said:

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Mountain Lion definitely runs Pro Tools 10 the best. I haven't had any problems with either my hackintosh or my MBPro laptop. DO NOT USE MAVERICKS, PRO TOOLS WILL NOT WORK.

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The only thing that does not work with ProTools10 on Mavericks is the ProTools de-installer. 10.3.8 and 10.3.9 is just fine. I run it for months already and i am a beta tester too. I haven't read any issues other then the de-installer/
What does not work for YOU on Mavericks with PT10?

I confirm that PT 10.3.10 runs perfectly on Mavericks, I can't find any bug/issue.