Music makers! This $569 price drop is the best MacBook Pro deal I've found on Amazon right now - plus 5 more killer Prime Day Apple deals for creatives

Apple MacBook Pro M2: Was $2,499, now $1,929.99
12-core CPU/19-core GPU/16GB unified memory/1TB SSD/14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display

For me, the MacBook Pro M2 is the perfect music-making machine. It’s got a huge amount of power under its hood for running countless plugins and VSTs, but retains a portability that allows you to mix on the go, or take it on mobile recording sessions. It’s cheaper than the new M3 model, which for me is overkill for music production, and has plenty of connectivity which means you don’t have to buy a pricey Thunderbolt hub to get the most out of it when integrating in a more permanent setup.

Read our full MacBook Pro M2 review

Apple MacBook Air M3 13-inch: $1,099, now $849
Thanks to a hefty $250 discount, this Apple MacBook Air M3 gets clear into sub-$1k territory, which is relatively cheap for an Apple machine. It’s powerful enough for the majority of music-making tasks, super quiet when running, and incredibly slim and lightweight making it a great travel option. I’ve used a MacBook Air for plenty of creative tasks and it does a fantastic job, although the limited connectivity means that you’ll probably need a dock once you start adding in peripherals like MIDI controllers and audio interfaces. 

Apple Mac Mini M2: Was $599, now $479
Perfect for more permanent setups, the compact Mac Mini M2 delivers superb performance whilst slotting away discretely in your studio. The cheapest entry point into the Apple ecosystem, I’ve often found the Mac Mini humming away in pro studios thanks to its excellent range of connectivity and relatively low cost. Now even cheaper thanks to a $120 Prime Day discount, you’ll need to buy a separate screen, mouse, and keyboard, but it’s a great option if you don’t plan on taking your music-making setup on the road.

Apple MacBook Pro M3: Was $3,499, now $2,799
If you want the most powerful Apple machine available right now, and to future-proof yourself for a long time then go for the Apple MacBook Pro M3. It’s got a significant $700 discount in the Prime Day sale, which takes the price down to $2,799. It’s still not cheap by any measure, but if you want the best of the best then it’s the only way to go. Make sure to add the coupon on the product page to gain the additional $200 discount before you buy.

Apple iPad Air M2: Was $699, now $649
Yep, you can make music on an iPad these days, such is the power of Apple’s new silicon chips. Typically seen as a live sound engineer’s best friend, the Apple iPad has taken some serious steps in the last few years thanks to the introduction of the new line of chips, giving them some serious heft for creating music on the go. This Apple iPad Air M2 is more than powerful enough to run a DAW and various plugins, and although it’s only a $50 discount for Prime Day, it’s a great option if you need something super compact. 

Apple MacBook Air M3 15-inch: $1,299, now $1,049
If a 13-inch screen is a bit small for your taste, the MacBook Air M3 15-inch has got a great deal for the Prime Day sale. Reduced by a nice $250, it’s a great middle ground if the MacBook Pro is too pricey but you want a bigger screen than the 13-inch MacBook Air. Packing the latest M3 chip it’s got plenty of oomph for any DAW and plugin combination, whilst the sleek and slim design makes it a great shout as part of a travel rig. Don’t forget to click the button for the additional $50 coupon if you do decide to go for this one.