Simple Set Up?, Own ibook800+microkorg... what software? Options

[rosiedog]

I presently own the ibook G3 800Mhz with 640 ram. I am about to buy the korg microkorg which is a mini digital/anologue synth with midi capabilities.
I will eventually be upgrading to either an Imac or a powerbook sometime in the next 8 months.
I am mostly interested in making experimental electronica, ambient, future lounge, jazzy beats, drum and bass, trance, ect, ect...
I basically want to start with the bare minimum for a desk top computer based music studio. I would like to star out with one software solution for my needs. I would like to buy a software package that can make drums, effects, samples, layers?, and sequencing. Is Reason 2.5 my best bet for getting started.
I also want the program to be able to run on my current G3 ibook, and on my next upgrade which will be a G4.
I know Trent Reznors made his first NIN album with an anologue keyboard synth, and an old Mac.
I want to see what I can do with the most basic set up for electronica type music.
Any advice and help is extremely appreciated.
Thanks.
-Jason

[rickenbacker]

I don't think you can upgrade to Reason 2.5 from the light version included with PTLE. In fact, is Reason 2.5 even available in any form for PTLE?

Personally, I don't like the PTLE route, but that's just me. Nothing else you read about in music tech mags will work with it - all the groovy VST and AU plugs, or ReWire capable apps you like the sound of are a closed book to you, unless the companies involved produce a Pro Tools-compliant version. Which many do, but at a higher cost than the "regular" versions. PTLE on its own is cool software, don't get me wrong, but I ended up plumping for Logic because it seemed a more "open" choice for future expansion.

As for your interface, how about this one from Emagic? Info taken from the website, www.emagic.de.

Emagic Multichannel Interface A62 m
Versatile and practical - with 6 audio inputs and 2 audio outputs, MIDI I/O and USB hub, the A62 m offers mobility and quality in one compact interface. This makes it the ideal multi-purpose interface for use on the road or in your personal studio setup.

Don't confuse this with the A26 - that has no Midi. Yes, I know, why didn't they name it something completely different to avoid confusion. Anyway, maybe get the A62M and Logic Audio or Gold? That takes care of everything.

Of course, I have no idea how much money you have!