Simple Aluminium Case Search!

[NakedSponge]

Hello everyone!

 

I am mostly sure that this is in the right category for the topic considering that it concerns cases, but if not please let me know as I've only posted here a few times.

 

I am currently putting the finishing touches on a build list which i plan on building for myself in the coming months. I originally based all of my component choices on the mindset that they would be going into the Bitfenix Prodigy M. This is a very nice case in my opinion and I love the flexibility and look of it. However, after recently reviewing one of Linus' old videos on the Cubitek Mini Cube, I have fallen in love with the idea of a clean and elegant full aluminium case.  After searching around, I was disappointed to find that there are not really many cases (at least that I can find) that meet my criteria. The Cubitek case would be perfect for me, except the limited internal cooling options are not on par for what I want in my build. So finally cutting around to my question(!), I am wondering if anybody knows of any really nice aluminium cases with a clean look, a Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX motherboard compatibility, ample cooling, and preferably with the natural silver although black could also be okay. A miniature version of the old Mac Pro (I am not much for their software or price, but we all have to admit that apple have the aesthetic portion of computer building far above the rest) would be absolutely to die for if something similar could be found. The final hurdle is that I live in Australia so it needs to be somewhere that I can order from, as we tend to have vastly limited options compared to USA and Canada etc (the woes of an Australian computer builder...).

 

So that is my question, apologies for the absolute wall of text! And I will appreciate any guidance or direction greatly

 

Thanks!!

[DigitalHermit]

Lian-Li would be the best cases that suit your wants... They're expensive though since they're aimed at enthusiasts...

[Marvzl1357]

@nakepsonge

Ft 03 mini can have a slime 120mm water cooler http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=25_1119&products_id=20085&zenid=fb8fdf7853ed0ab84e6d2e0b8f20b870

Node 304 can have pretty decent cooling and was my personal favourite for quite a while until I realised that I couldn't buy one because I don't have money :'D http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=25_1119&products_id=21683&zenid=fb8fdf7853ed0ab84e6d2e0b8f20b870

 

But being in aus, you probably have to make compromises unless you're willing to wait/pay for delivery

[NakedSponge]

Quick (immediate) update!

 

I have found a case which looks very nice, at least externally. I have not looked deeply into the specifications as of yet, but the case is made by a manufacturer that I have never heard of in my life, and does not seem to have any recognition on youtube (a bit skeptical to me). In any case (haha i'm hilarious), here is a  link to the manufacturers website: http://www.cooltek.de/en/powered-by-jonsbo/umx-series/117/umx1?c=268

[NakedSponge]

Lian-Li would be the best cases that suit your wants... They're expensive though since they're aimed at enthusiasts...

ive had a quick look at some of there cases, but I will have another look and see what else they have got

[Vacsol]

Lian-Li makes all kinds of minimal aluminium cases

[NakedSponge]

@nakepsonge

Ft 03 mini can have a slime 120mm water cooler http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=25_1119&products_id=20085&zenid=fb8fdf7853ed0ab84e6d2e0b8f20b870

Node 304 can have pretty decent cooling and was my personal favourite for quite a while until I realised that I couldn't buy one because I don't have money :'D http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=25_1119&products_id=21683&zenid=fb8fdf7853ed0ab84e6d2e0b8f20b870

 

But being in aus, you probably have to make compromises unless you're willing to wait/pay for delivery

haha yeah it does suck getting computer components down here! thanks for your help I will have a look at these too

[Chansey]

Lian-Li would be the best cases that suit your wants... They're expensive though since they're aimed at enthusiasts...

Here's an example of Lian-Li

 

It doesn't even list prices, but they do have purchasing options in Australia.

[Marvzl1357]

haha yeah it does suck getting computer components down here! thanks for your help I will have a look at these too

Yeah I think pccasegear.com would be the best place to buy things if you can't buy it at a local store (always my preference to get it in-store)

[hong1204]

 

I think you should wait for this.

[Vacsol]

 

I think you should wait for this.

He asked for simple Aluminum cases, not gaudy plastic cases

[hong1204]

He asked for simple Aluminum cases, not gaudy plastic cases

Well, it's simple and it has aluminum body. please research before post   Sorry you didn't have the taste for it.

[Dimwitted]

You might also look at Rosewill Legacy cases. JayzTwoCents whipped one out when the planned case he was going to do a build on didn't work and it looked pretty good.