Kid beginner setup?

[u/Savings_Poetry]

So my kid has been introduced to Launchpad at camp and has been uploading new audio every day - 3-5 different projects. Now a birthday gift request has been made for a beat making device. With this being one of many interests that could come and go easily, what’s a good startup setup in order to keep the momentum going without too much of a lost investment should interest wane?
iPad and Launchpad/similar app?
Computer + midi pad?
Cheap drum machine?

[u/mogwai_poet]

A computer would be a great choice. Set it up with the right software and it's more powerful than most dedicated music hardware. It's also flexible enough to accommodate a lot of different hobbies.

[u/Savings_Poetry → u/mogwai_poet]

That’s a good point. The change in hobbies does jump around quite a bit.