Computer Monitor Question

[Kev]

My ideal setup would consist of two ultrawide screens, one above the other. My current set up is a cheaper compromise, with four 19" 5:4 ratio 1280x1024 Dell monitors in a 2-up 2-down arrangement. I tend to use each side-by-side pair as though it were a single screen, i.e. with a single window stretched across the entire width of the two. Typically I would have the edit window on the bottom and the mix window on the top, or vice versa. The vertical bezels where they meet is a bit annoying sometimes.

[Black Jacque Shellac]

I am setup with a 32 inch 2k and 22 inch on top of it. Why on top? So that my audio monitor are not more than 3 feet apart for good near field monitoring. 3 feet apart and I am 3 feet away from each. Also, my desk would not permit me to have more than a 32 inch and speakers. I would need to put them on stand beside the desk otherwise.

I use Mixbus 32c full screen on the 32 inch and anything else, plugins etc., on the 22 inch. One thing to be aware of: looking at the 22 inch above is kinda hard on the neck. I would imagine it is similar on 55 inch TV for stuff at the top. There is no getting around the fact that screen real estate that is high is not as confortable to look at. But then thats where you put less used stuff...

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I think my graphics only supports up to 2560 x 1440 on HDMI, and a little higher on DisplayPort. How would 4K behave with that?

I don't think that would work well. The 2560 x 1440 would get upscaled by the TV to 4k. I think text would get blury in the process.

[gpj1136]

I think my graphics only supports up to 2560 x 1440 on HDMI, and a little higher on DisplayPort. How would 4K behave with that?

I bought an AMD RX560 graphics card for 4k that can be found for around $150 (the Nvidia I had caused GUI freezes) and a 42" 4k TV for much less than a 32" monitor. It is the perfect width for my near field monitors from where I sit at the desk.

I would never go back, if I have a lot of tracks. I set Mixbus at 125% if I have less tracks I set Mixbus at 140% I have no problems seeing anything. I use 32C most of the time. If I was using Mixbus I would probably do the same as madmaxmiller and show both the mix desk and the editor if it fits on 42". I have not tried it yet, but it could sure stream line productivity.

[sunrat]

I think my graphics only supports up to 2560 x 1440 on HDMI, and a little higher on DisplayPort. How would 4K behave with that?

I have 2 systems, one with 27" 4K monitor and the other with 43" 4K TV which is what I run MB 32C on. The TV connects to a GTX970 and runs at 4K and text is clear and sharp, looks great actually! I've used it for 28 tracks and 10 mixbusses which can display concurrently although I tend to scale it up a little and use the excellent Spill function. It does take a bit of head turning for such a big screen at closed range so I sometimes think a 32" 4K would be the sweet spot.
The other system has a GTX560Ti which is not capable of 4K so currently running at 1920 x 1080 although it can run 2560 x 1440 when I get around to installing the right Nvidia driver. This is mainly used for daily tasks and display is also crisp and clear even though it's a 4k monitor running at 1080p.

[madmaxmiller]

There is no getting around the fact that screen real estate that is high is not as confortable to look at. But then thats where you put less used stuff...

Correct. I put my 50" TV as low as possible and as far back as possible, even considering putting it on a stand 20 cm behind the desk.
When I run the editor in the top area the editing is usually done and I use it only for positioning/orientation in the timeline. The mixer on the bottom end is in ideal sight.
One advantage having a big screen instead of multiple smaller ones is that you don't have the frames, extending the overall area with dead zones. That was one of the drawbacks when I ran 3x 1600x1200 monitors in portrait mode for a resolution of 3600x1600. It was a monster

MMM

[doncolga]

There is no getting around the fact that screen real estate that is high is not as confortable to look at. But then thats where you put less used stuff...

Correct. I put my 50" TV as low as possible and as far back as possible, even considering putting it on a stand 20 cm behind the desk.
When I run the editor in the top area the editing is usually done and I use it only for positioning/orientation in the timeline. The mixer on the bottom end is in ideal sight.
One advantage having a big screen instead of multiple smaller ones is that you don't have the frames, extending the overall area with dead zones. That was one of the drawbacks when I ran 3x 1600x1200 monitors in portrait mode for a resolution of 3600x1600. It was a monster

MMM

This is interesting...almost like a giant recessed monitor correct? This would actually be lower profile than a monitor on a desk. I would use a much smaller desk actually...definitely not as deep. Something just big enough for a keyboard, mouse, control surface or two...and some snacks and coffee. Hmmmm....display bigger and lower..desk smaller. That's something to think about, whichever route I take.

I have found a 32" 2560X1440 for $230 delivered. Considering my graphics, that would probably be the most simple and least expensive solution, and still a big jump from my 1920x1080 23" I'm on now.

[doncolga]

I've decided to go with the 32" 2560X1440 for $230. It will be great to finally see MixBus in its full resolution and bigger.

[madmaxmiller]

I've decided to go with the 32" 2560X1440 for $230. It will be great to finally see MixBus in its full resolution and bigger.

Congrats, have fun
MMM

[Black Jacque Shellac]

I've decided to go with the 32" 2560X1440 for $230. It will be great to finally see MixBus in its full resolution and bigger.

You won't regret the move! Congrat!

[doncolga]

I've decided to go with the 32" 2560X1440 for $230. It will be great to finally see MixBus in its full resolution and bigger.

You won't regret the move! Congrat!

Yes...I've also started wearing my glasses again just today, which is already making things easier for my eyes. Definitely less fatigue and everything is sharper. I'm really looking forward to seeing Mixbus (and Studio One too, plus all the other apps I use) bigger, and more clearly.