I run linux/Ubuntu on my main laptop but when it comes to beats/DAW, I rec apple or windows. A new IPAD is prolly better than linux for padlife.
I keep a dell refurb with win10 & a Steinberg ur44 around just for beats. Since I have the MPC LIVE now, the laptop is not so important in my setup.
May I ask what distro u are using
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https://distrowatch.com/dwres.php?resource=major
I dig GROOVEBOXES & essential hardware.
Catch me in LA, DC/BALTIMORE, south FLORIDA somewhere in my beach chair . . . . . . .