Remember when a case was just a case? A couple years ago painting a case was considered a mod, and a window kit was for the experienced computer geek only. These days, even a guy with limited Dremel skills can still have a trick case to show off at the LAN parties, thanks to companies like ColorCases. Let’s face it, not all of us have the necessary fine motor skills to cut neat holes in a case. While these cases may not offer the same over-the-top mods as seen at Case Modding contests, for the guy looking to grab some attention at the local LAN, they are more than adequate.
The Stealth is a mid-tower ATX case, with a pre-modded window kit, black paint scheme, and an opaque front panel that gives the illusion of frosted glass. The window mod features a prominent “X”, with the center forming an 80mm fan location. The front bezel of the case is done in a plastic material that simulates frosted glass. Color Cases includes matching bay covers for all four of the 5.25″ drive bays, perfect for a possible stealth drive mod. Chrome plated button accent the front bezel nicely, and a flip down door at the bottom reveals front USB ports. The side panels are easily removed thanks to the use of thumbscrews. The top panel of the case is rivetted in place, making removal difficult at best. This is not a unique problem to the Stealth-X, though, as I have seen similar configurations on cases that cost more than twice as much. The rear of the case features a standard ATX I/O plate, an 80mm fan location, and large amounts of ventilation.
Ignore the coloring on the top of the case, it is the result of image compression and not the paint job of the case. The finish of the case is a flat grey/black color, think charcoal grey. The metal edges of the case are all rolled, and should not cut your fingers when working inside or around the case. The front bezel panels are plastic, and the lower 80mm fan grills can be seen through the bezel material. Are you thinking LED fans? Sure you are. Nothing says cool better than stuff that glows.
