[Solved] Need advice on this suggested HD video editing build.

Hello,

I apologize in advance for the long inquiry but I want to be as thorough as possible so I can get the best feedback.

I'm starting my masters program in the fall and between that and my job, I will be dealing a lot with HD video, web design, photography, graphic art, etc. I have Adobe CS5 (Windows version) that I plan on installing on my new system. I have access to Mac computers at the school but I don't want a Mac for my main computer at home (I won't get into that topic). Please take my student discounts in consideration. It is possible I will be able to get a windows OS for free from my school.

Here is my info:

Approximate Purchase Date: (I'm in no real rush but the closer the better)

Budget Range: $1000-1500 without the monitor and after Rebates. Preferably I would like to stay at the lower end of this range unless the extra $500 will make a dramatic difference.

System Usage from Most to Least Important: (18mp photo editing and merging and stitching, HD video editing, HD rendering, HD capturing, HD processing, graphic design (possibly 3D), web design, gaming, surfing the internet, watching movies, and all the basics)

Parts Not Required: I'll find the monitor and maybe an OS.

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: The most cost efficient.

Country of Origin: US

Parts Preferences: I would like a fast drive. I like the appeal of a SSD for the OS and main programs but I will need an additional drive for storage if I go that rout.

Overclocking: Yes

SLI or Crossfire: Don't know

Monitor Resolution: NA unless you know where I can get a real good monitor for real cheap.

Additional Comments: I want this computer to last. I don't care about looks or noise or anything like that.

I've been researching new builds and have come across so many different opinions and suggestions on HD video editing builds. This suggested build (See link below) seems to be from the most credible source I could find but it doesn't seem like their budget configuration is the best bang for the buck. For example, the motherboard and graphics card is a little dated. I would also like a faster drive.

The build is at the
bottom of the page from this link:

http://www.videoguys.com/Guide/E/V [...] bdbd7.aspx

Thanks and good luck.

Thad

^ No doubt the i7 2600K build would be the better option,...
Will any of the apps that you will be using, will use CUDA ?? Premier PRO Mercury playback engine ??

Yes it looks like a CUDA compatible GPU is recommended.

Wow that was incredibly fast. I wish I had that kind of efficiency. I'll check it out. Thanks.

^ GTX 590 will not be of good use for a CAD system, actually even the GTX 570 which I recommended, but you know the ... Rest are fine,...

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll check them out at newegg

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his board has a 5 year warranty http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813131702
2 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 20-231-428
Best warranty and support and the extra processing power makes this card worth it
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This may seem too big but if you add another graphics card or other devices you wont have to worry http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817153145
2 of these in raid 1 for a boot drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6822148767
2 of these one for files and one for backup http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6822145493
This may seem like a lot now but if you want longevity you spend a little more now and you will have it.

gkay09 what to you think of baddad's suggestions?

Best answer selected by cruxstew.