The ultimate guide to installing OSX Mojave and Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on an old Mac Pro
How to install OSX Mojave and Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on an old Mac
Do you have an old Mac that is no longer supported by Apple for the latest macOS updates? Do you want to run the newest version of Logic Pro X, the professional music production software, on your old Mac? If so, you might be interested in this article, where we will show you how to install OSX Mojave and Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on an old Mac.
Install OSX Mojave Latest Logic Pro X 10.4.6 On An Old Mac
Introduction
Apple releases a new version of macOS every year, but not every Mac can run it. Older Macs may not have the necessary hardware or software components to support the new features and requirements of the latest macOS versions. This means that they may miss out on security updates, bug fixes, performance improvements, and new functionalities.
One of the most popular macOS versions among Mac users is OSX Mojave, which was released in 2018. Mojave introduced many new features, such as Dark Mode, Stacks, Dynamic Desktop, Continuity Camera, and more. It also improved the compatibility and performance of many apps, including Logic Pro X.
Logic Pro X is Apple's flagship music production software, used by professional musicians, producers, composers, and sound engineers around the world. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and creating music in any genre. Logic Pro X also supports many third-party plugins and hardware devices for enhancing your sound and workflow.
The latest version of Logic Pro X at the time of writing is 10.7.7, which requires macOS Big Sur or later to run. However, many users prefer to stick with version 10.4.6, which was released in 2019 and was the last version to support macOS Mojave. Version 10.4.6 introduced many new features and improvements, such as Smart Tempo detection, new Drummer Loops, individual Stomp boxes from Pedalboard, MIDI FX recording, improved Flex Pitch analysis, Ableton Link support, and more.
If you have an old Mac that is not compatible with macOS Big Sur or later, but you still want to run Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on it, you might be wondering if there is a way to do so. The answer is yes, but it is not straightforward or officially supported by Apple. You will need to use a patch tool that allows you to install OSX Mojave on an unsupported Mac, and then download and install Logic Pro X 10.4.6 from Apple Support.
In this article, we will guide you through the steps of installing OSX Mojave and Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on an old Mac. We will also provide some tips and tricks for optimizing your old Mac and Logic Pro X performance and stability. We will also answer some frequently asked questions about installing unsupported software on an old Mac. Please note that this method is not endorsed by Apple and may void your warranty or cause damage to your Mac. Proceed at your own risk and make sure to backup your data before attempting anything.
How to install OSX Mojave on an old Mac
Before you can install Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on your old Mac, you need to install OSX Mojave first. However, if your Mac is not officially supported by Apple for Mojave, you will not be able to download or install it from the App Store or the Software Update. You will need to use a third-party tool called Mojave Patcher, which allows you to create a bootable USB installer for Mojave and bypass the compatibility check on your Mac.
Mojave Patcher is a free tool developed by dosdude1, a well-known hacker and modder in the Mac community. He has also created similar tools for other macOS versions, such as Catalina Patcher and High Sierra Patcher. You can download Mojave Patcher from his website. You will also need to download the Mojave installer app from the same website, as the App Store version will not work with the patcher.
Here are the steps to install OSX Mojave on an old Mac using Mojave Patcher:
Download the Mojave patch tool and the Mojave installer
Go to dosdude1.com/mojave and download the latest version of Mojave Patcher.
Extract the zip file and launch the Mojave Patcher app.
Click on Tools > Download macOS Mojave... and choose a location to save the installer app.
Wait for the download to finish. It may take a while depending on your internet speed.
Format a USB drive and create a bootable installer
Insert a USB drive of at least 16 GB into your Mac. Make sure it does not contain any important data, as it will be erased.
Open Disk Utility and select your USB drive from the sidebar.
Click on Erase and choose the following options: Name: Mojave Installer, Format: Mac OS Extended (Journaled), Scheme: GUID Partition Map.
Click on Erase and wait for the process to complete.
Go back to Mojave Patcher and click on Browse... next to macOS Installer App Path.
Select the Mojave installer app that you downloaded earlier and click on Open.
Click on Browse... next to Target Volume Path and select your USB drive.
Click on Start Operation and enter your administrator password when prompted.
Wait for the patcher to create the bootable installer on your USB drive. It may take some time depending on your USB speed.
Boot from the USB drive and install Mojave
Restart your Mac and hold down the Option key while it boots up.
Select your USB drive from the boot menu and press Enter.
You will see a screen with several options. Choose Boot macOS Install from Install macOS Mojave.
The installer will load and ask you to select a language. Choose your preferred language and click on Continue.
If you want to erase your hard drive and do a clean install of Mojave, you can use Disk Utility from the Utilities menu. Otherwise, you can skip this step and proceed with the installation.
Follow the instructions on the screen to install Mojave on your Mac. It may take several minutes or hours depending on your Mac model and hard drive speed.
When the installation is done, your Mac will restart and boot into OSX Mojave. You may need to set up some settings, such as your Apple ID, iCloud, Siri, etc.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed OSX Mojave on an old Mac using Mojave Patcher. Now you can enjoy the new features and improvements of Mojave on your old Mac. However, you may notice some issues or limitations, such as missing graphics drivers, Wi-Fi problems, sleep/wake issues, etc. You can try to fix them by using some of the post-install patches provided by dosdude1. You can also check his website for more information and support regarding Mojave Patcher.
How to install Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on OSX Mojave
Now that you have OSX Mojave running on your old Mac, you can install Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on it. However, you will not be able to download or install it from the App Store or the Software Update, as they will only offer you the latest version of Logic Pro X, which requires macOS Big Sur or later. You will need to download and install Logic Pro X 10.4.6 from Apple Support, which provides the direct download links for the installer and the additional content.
Here are the steps to install Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on OSX Mojave:
Download the Logic Pro X 10.4.6 installer from Apple Support
Go to support.apple.com/kb/DL1992 and download the Logic Pro X 10.4.6 installer.
The installer is a dmg file of about 1 GB in size. It may take some time to download depending on your internet speed.
Double-click the dmg file to mount it and open it.
You will see a window with the Logic Pro X app icon and a shortcut to the Applications folder.
Drag and drop the Logic Pro X app icon to the Applications folder shortcut to copy it to your Mac.
Run the installer and follow the instructions
Go to your Applications folder and launch the Logic Pro X app.
You may see a warning message that says "Logic Pro X is an application downloaded from the Internet. Are you sure you want to open it?". Click on Open to continue.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X is not optimized for your Mac and needs to be updated.". This is because Logic Pro X 10.4.6 is a 32-bit app, while OSX Mojave is a 64-bit operating system. You can ignore this message and click on OK to proceed.
The installer will ask you to agree to the software license agreement. Read it carefully and click on Agree if you accept it.
The installer will ask you to enter your administrator password. Type it in and click on OK.
The installer will ask you to choose a destination for installing Logic Pro X. The default location is your Macintosh HD. You can change it if you want, but make sure you have enough space available. Click on Install to start the installation.
Wait for the installer to finish installing Logic Pro X on your Mac. It may take several minutes depending on your Mac model and hard drive speed.
When the installation is done, you will see a message that says "The installation was successful.". Click on Close to exit the installer.
Launch Logic Pro X and enjoy the new features
Go back to your Applications folder and launch the Logic Pro X app again.
You may see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access files in your Documents folder.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access your project files, templates, presets, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access files in your Downloads folder.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access any downloaded content, such as loops, sounds, instruments, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access files in your Music folder.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access your music library, iTunes library, GarageBand projects, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access files in your Desktop folder.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access any files that you may have saved or imported from your desktop. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access files in your iCloud Drive.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access any files that you may have stored or synced with iCloud Drive. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access files in your external storage devices.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access any files that you may have connected or mounted to your Mac, such as external hard drives, flash drives, SD cards, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access the microphone.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access your microphone for recording audio, using voice commands, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access the camera.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access your camera for taking photos, using FaceTime, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
You may also see a message that says "Logic Pro X would like to access the network volumes.". This is because Logic Pro X needs to access any files that you may have shared or accessed over the network, such as NAS drives, servers, cloud services, etc. Click on OK to allow it.
After granting all the necessary permissions, you will see the Logic Pro X splash screen and then the main window. You can choose to create a new project, open an existing project, or browse the templates and tutorials.
You can now enjoy the new features and improvements of Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on your old Mac running OSX Mojave. You can explore the Smart Tempo detection, the new Drummer Loops, the individual Stomp boxes from Pedalboard, the MIDI FX recording, the improved Flex Pitch analysis, the Ableton Link support, and more.
Conclusion
In this article, we have shown you how to install OSX Mojave and Logic Pro X 10.4.6 on an old Mac using Mojave Patcher and Apple Support. We have also provided some tips and tricks for optimizing your old Mac and Logic Pro X performance and stability. We hope you have found this article helpful and informative.
However, please keep in mind that this method is not officially supported by Apple and may cause some issues or limitations on your old Mac. You should always backup your data before attempting anything and proceed at your own risk. You should also check for any updates or patches from dosdude1 or Apple that may fix or improve your experience.
If you have any questions or feedback about this article, please feel free to leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you and help you out. You can also check out some of the resources and links below for more information and support regarding OSX Mojave and Logic Pro X.
FAQs
Can I install other versions of macOS or Logic Pro X on an old Mac?
Yes, you can install other versions of macOS or Logic Pro X on an old Mac using similar methods as described in this article. For example, you can use Catalina Patcher or High Sierra Patcher to install macOS Catalina or High Sierra on an unsupported Mac. You can also download and install older versions of Logic Pro X from Apple Support or other sources. However, you should always check the compatibility and requirements of each version before installing it on your old Mac.
What are the risks of installing unsupported software on an old Mac?
Installing unsupported software on an old Mac may pose some risks, such as voiding your warranty, damaging your hardware, losing your data, compromising your security, or experiencing bugs or crashes. You should always backup your data before installing anything and proceed at your own risk. You should also be careful about downloading software from untrusted sources or websites that may contain malware or viruses.
How can I improve the performance and stability of my old Mac?
There are some ways to improve the performance and stability of your old Mac, such as upgrading your RAM, replacing your hard drive with an SSD, cleaning up your disk space, deleting unused apps or files, disabling unnecessary startup items or background processes, updating your drivers or firmware, repairing disk permissions or errors, resetting PRAM or SMC, etc. You can also use some third-party tools or apps that can help you optimize your old Mac.
How can I backup my data and settings before installing new software?
You can backup your data and settings before installing new software using Time Machine, which is a built-in feature of macOS that allows you to create automatic backups of your entire system on an external hard drive or a network volume. You can also use other backup methods or tools, such as iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Carbon Copy Cloner, SuperDuper, etc. You can also export or save your Logic Pro X projects, settings, presets, etc. to a separate location before installing new software.
How can I uninstall macOS or Logic Pro X if I encounter any problems?
If you encounter any problems with macOS or Logic Pro X after installing them on your old Mac, you may want to uninstall them and revert to your previous system or software. You can do this by restoring your backup from Time Machine or other backup methods or tools. You can also use Disk Utility or other disk management tools to erase your hard drive and reinstall your original system or software from a bootable installer or a recovery partition. dcd2dc6462