CubePRO
 
The syNThony CubePro Music Studio is a beautiful, small, efficient, and powerful desktop computer that really does fit on a desktop or on a bookcase or next to your keyboard or virtually anywhere since it is only slightly larger than a toaster. This state-of-the-art mini desktop is available in a choice of configurations in a beautiful platinum, blue, and black aluminum case with carry handle.

Using the latest technology with a motherboard that surpasses all others in features and versatility, it can be used as a full-time PC as well as a multimedia center for music production. Design, performance, flexibility, high quality, and low cost make the CubePro Music Studio the best choice for your music production. Whether you are a novice composer or a seasoned veteran, this is the computer you have been waiting for. See details and specifications below for the CubePro Music Studio which includes much more than just a state-of-the-art computer.

 

The beautiful platinum faced CubePro Music Studio with side window and blue LED fan features support for 533MHz FSB and 333MHz DDR memory as well as fantastic on-board components and cooling. The CubePro Music Studio features Xross Blade Cooling, which flows air more quietly than a fan. With the CubePro Music Studio you get a high performance, specially designed, full featured PC in a tiny chassis that should your music and general computing needs for many years. And remember that it is only slightly larger than a toaster! The built-in artfully designed handle across the top makes it portable as well as beautiful.

The AGP slot allows the use of a high performance graphics card if the onboard solution is inadequate; the PCI slot allows the use of a high end PCI cards; and the built in USB2.0 and firewire IEEE1394 controllers allow plug and play installation of all the peripherals currently made for PCs. The included low profile CPU cooler features a blue LED fan that lights up the interior of the Mini PC and is visible through the side window.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Chassis Dimensions (H x W x D):· 9.5" x 8.3" x 12.0"
CPU: Socket478 Intel Pentium 4 running at 2.4 ghz
Chipset: Intel 82845GE and ICH4
Motherboard: CFI-S96 P4 Socket478 FlexATX
Drive Bays: One 5.25" (open), two 3.5" (open & hidden)
Power Supply: Aluminum 150W
PCI Slot: One PCI (PCI 2.2 specification)
AGP Slot: One AGP4X (Support only 1.5V)
FSB: 400MHz/533MHz Quad-pumped (Intel NetBurst Architecture)
Form Factor (L x W): Flex ATX @ 10.3" x 7.1", 6 Layers
Memory: 184-pin DIMM x2, support DDR200/266/333 up to 2GB
BIOS: Award PnP BIOS
Audio: AC-Link with AC’97 2.2 with Digital S/PDIF In/Out Ports
Video: Intel 845GE GMCH 2D/3D Graphics Chipset
USB: Intel ICH4 USB 2.0 controller
IEEE 1394: NEC uOD72873GC 1394a OHCI v1.1 controller
LAN:Realtek RTL8100B Ethernet controller
I/O Interface: Two ATA-100MB/sec to support 4 IDE devices.
Cooling: Xross Blade Cooling System

Intel’s next generation 0.13u process technology enables the Pentium 4 processor to further extend its leadership with larger cache, higher frequency (533MHz), and lower power. The Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with 512KB L2 cache on 0.13 micron process is designed for high-performance desktops. It is binary compatible with previous Intel Architecture processors.

The Pentium 4 processor provides great performance for applications running on advanced operating systems such as Windows XP. Systems based on Pentium 4 processors also include the latest features to simplify system management and lower the total cost of ownership.

The Pentium 4 processor delivers headroom to take advantage of tomorrow’s programs and uses. Redundancy is built in.

The Pentium 4 processor is designed for interactive, highly integrative usage such as audio and streaming video, image processing, video content creation, multimedia and multi-tasking. It also delivers a world-class user experience across basic standalone office applications.

LAN: on-board network controller

MORE DETAILS

  • Energy efficient, using less than 50% of the electricity of a typical desktop;
  • Quieter with low fan noise;
  • Slightly larger than a toaster;
  • Fast and efficient Pentium IV processor at 2.4 Ghz; 
  • 512 mgs RAM (new computers typically have 128 mgs); 
  • More ports than any name-brand computer
    ...serial
    ...4 USB ultra fast type-2 (two on front)
    ...2 1394 firewire ports
    ...Base-T Ethernet LAN
    ...video out to TV via S-Video jack
    ...video out to TV via RCA jack
    ...5 audio jacks total, either front or rear choice: front - speakers or headphone and mic; rear = line-in, headphones, speakers, and mic-in or 6-channel audio out
    ...keyboard and mouse
    ...video connector for LCD or tube monitor
  • Huge hard drive (120,000 mg [120 gig] at 7,200 rpm and 8 mb cache); 
  • Top-of-the-line 56K PCI data/fax modem for fast internet connections (internal or external); 
  • On/off switch and reset switch on front (many computers do not have a reset switch);
  • LED lights to indicate power and drive activity;
  • Aluminum case for stunning good looks and three times the heat dissipation of a steel case;
  • Five-year internal CMOS battery which is inexpensive and easily replaced;
  • CD/RW for burning CDs
  • CPU temperature monitoring;
  • Full 3-D multichannel Surround Sound for a theater–like experience, powered by Windows Media Player 9 Series installed and correctly configured.
  • CPU voltage monitoring;
  • System power management;
  • A/C power failure recovery;
  • Award BIOS;
  • Windows XP Home (original CD with security code). (Windows XP cannot be copied, so you get the original CD with security registration, completed for you: $179 value);
  • Norton System Works 2003 with Norton Antivirus all installed and configured with original CD for automatic updates for one year to protect computer and email ($79 value);
  • Microsoft Picture IT! Photo 2002;
  • Microsoft Money 2002;
  • Popup Blocker software for web surfing, installed and configured;
  • Laplink Pro installed and configured so that most software and hardware problems can be fixed over the phone line ($80 value);
  • Microsoft Streets & Trips 2002;
  • Encarta Encyclopedia 2002;
  • Spyware eradication program installed and configured correctly;
  • Other useful shareware (that has been purchased) installed and configured ($300 value);
  • No tax

The beautiful and powerful CubePro Music Studio comes with the following standard features:

  • Western Digital 120 Gb Caviar Special Edition 7,200 rpm hard drive which delivers data faster than any desktop hard drive has before. With 120GB capacity, big 8MB buffer size, 7200 RPM Rotational Speed, 8.9 ms Average Read Seek Time, and Ultra ATA/100 Interface, this hard drive is perfect for multimedia applications. To protect data, the drive uses Data Lifeguard™, WD`s exclusive combination of hardware features and software utilities (Most desktops have hard drives with 2 mb cache and 5,400 rpm).
  • 512 MB of DDR RAM PC2700 DDR333 184-Pin (memory) Ultra-High Performance two data transfers per clock cycle unbuffered address path. Compatible with all PC1600 and PC2100 motherboards; enables enhanced multimedia capabilities; Increases PC headroom for memory-intensive applications; enhances capabilities for faster data mining; much higher performance over mainstream PC100 or PC133 memory.
  • Mitsumi 3.5" Black Floppy Disk Drive: Ounce-for-ounce, byte-for-byte, you won`t find a more valued floppy disk drive than the Mitsumi 3.5" with industry-leading reliability, based on high quality, durable magnetic heads that are 100% designed and manufactured by Mitsumi. The Mitsumi 3.5" floppy disk is a drive that can be trusted to read and write quickly, efficiently, and reliably: 3.5", 1.44 MB; high MTBF for long-lasting, worry-free performance; exceptional EMI noise immunity; quiet operation; shrouded connector; enclosed mechanism.
  • Mitsumi CR-52XETE CD-RW drive which offers a highly reliable 24X~52X write speed, 24X rewrite speed with the power and performance of a 52X read speed. The Mitsumi’s 52x24x52 CD-RW drive is ideally suited for writing and storing massive amounts of data, up to 700MB (using 80 min. media). With the ability to write and read a large range of formats including CD Text, multi-session, Photo CD and CD-DA you can store digital photos, music, internet images and audio CDs. The Mitsumi 52x24x52 CD-RW drive uses Oak Technology`s ExactLink™ buffer under-run protection method. Supported Formats: CD-DA, CD-ROM (Mode 1 und 2), CD ROM XA (Mode 2, Form 1 und2), Enhanced CD, Photo CD (read only), CD Text, Video CD. Recording Methods: · Disk at once, Session at once, Track at once, Multisession, Packet Writing.
  • Presonus' FIREStation Recording Interface (picture) The Presonus' FIREStation computer recording interface connects to your recording software environment via a high speed FireWire™ connection. FireWire™, the ultimate recording media network, solves the problem of having to use an internal recording interface sound card or large cable connecting to a recording interface. The FIREstation is designed to be the heart of your digital recording studio. You can plug in microphones, instruments and external preamps into the analog inputs while monitoring them in real time without latency. Any mLAN compatible keyboard can be seamlessly patched into the FireWire ports of the FIREstation to send audio and MIDI information to your computer. Need more inputs? Just daisy chain multiple FIREstations for up to 40 channels of I/O. The FIREstation solves many of the problems associated with recording into a computer while delivering uncompromising audio quality and world class features that put it ahead of any interface in it's class. Features: 2 Dual-Servo Preamplifiers with Switchable Tube Circuit, 2 1/4" Instrument Preamps, 48V Phantom Power with -10dB Pad, Balanced Preamp Sends via 1/4" TRS Connectors, 10-Channel Analog Mixer, MIDI I/O, Eight Channels of Analog I/O, Eight Channels of ADAT™ I/O, S/PDIF I/O, Control Room and Headphone Outputs with Separate Volume Controls, External Recording Punch Input, Expandable to 48 Channels of I/O, Word Clock Input/Output via BNC Connectors.
  • Modem: v.92 56K Voice/Data Fax PCI or external USB modem. Fully compliant with V.92, V.34 bis, V.32 bis.  V.32 and V.22 bis specifications, saves time by transferring files at speeds up to 115.2kbps; Includes V.42 bis/MNP5 data compression and V.42/MNP 2-4 error correction for maximum throughput; supports Group III (V.17) send and receive fax at 14.4 kbps; software Upgradable.
  • Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition with license and CD. XP Home is designed exclusively for home computing. Windows XP Home Edition puts the exciting experiences of the digital age at your fingertips. From digital photos, music, and video to building a home network, Windows XP Home Edition brings you into the digital age with ease. Built on the solid foundation of Windows 2000, Windows XP Home Edition also sets the new standard in efficient and dependable computing. A new visual design, reliable Windows engine, and new Internet security features combine with capabilities for sharing your computer, to give you the most dependable Windows operating system yet. Handle digital media like a pro. Manage digital pictures, music, video, DVDs, and more.
  • Cubase SX, The Evolved Music Creation Program! Cubase SX is a brand new music creation program from Steinberg based around their highly acclaimed flagship program, Nuendo, and drawing upon the experience from previous Cubase versions, Cubase SX takes desktop music to a whole new level. Featuring a HUGE number of audio and MIDI plug-ins, Cubase SX has musician's daily demands covered. Included audio plug-ins: Flanger, Phaser, Overdrive, Chorus, Symphonic, Reverb B, Reverb A, QuadraFuzz, DeEsser, DoubleDelay, ModulationDelay, Dynamics, Chopper, Tranformer, Metalizer, Rotary, Vocoder, StepFilter, Bitcrusher, Ringmodulator, SMPTE Generator, Drungalizer, Mix 6to2, Datube and more. Additionally, you can use any current Cubase VST plug-ins with Cubase SX. Shipping for free are three VST instruments. The fantastic A1 Analog Synth Unit, designed specifically for Cubase SX by Waldorf, the B1 Bass Synth and the D1 Drum Sample Player that give you great sounding instruments to get your sessions off the ground! (more)
  • Gigastudio 96 with Garratan Strings: The incredible TASCAM GigaStudio is the world's most powerful sampling tool -- period. GigaStudio is a complete sample playback system that's uses the power of your syNThony CubePro Music Studio to create fully-realized audio productions, complete with mixing and effects. To this amazing technology we add the award-winning standard in sampled string, Garratan Orchestral Strings, on a set of 20-CDROMS. It is the only sample library ever to win the Editor's Choice Award from "Electronic Musician." It is used by David Arnold, Yanni, Mark Isham, Andreas Vollenweider and many other composers.(more)
  • Edirol PC-300 Master Keyboard/Controller: The new Roland ED PC-300 is the world's first USB MIDI keyboard controller. This 49-key controller is designed to connect directly to your USB port, providing you adapter-free connection powered through USB bus, plug and play operation, and easy installation. The PC-300 has 49 full-size, expressive, touch-sensitive keys for recording every musical nuance. The data slider can be assigned to any MIDI controller from volume, to reverb, to pan position. The PC-300 has an optional port for sustain and hold pedals for use with the Roland DP-6 or Roland DP-2. To help you put the future of desktop media production into your hands the Roland ED PC-300 ships with an hybrid Audio and MIDI sequencing software program called Cubasis A/V by the world's leading music software company Steinberg. The PC-300 also has a new sleek design as well as a stylish champagne gold color. (more)
  • Microsoft Works: the easy way to do everyday tasks on your CubePro Music Studio. Works is the popular essential home productivity software which includes a word processor, spreadsheet, database, and calendar. In addition Works has new, professionally designed templates, and a new tool to help organize common projects.
  • Keyboard, mouse, and speakers.

The syNThony CubePro Music Studio comes to you with Windows XP, Laplink, and Norton Antivirus pre-installed, updated with all the latest patches and drivers, and correctly configured, with CDs and security codes for these programs. Other utility programs are also included free of extra charge.

The total for the syNThony CubePro Music Studio described above with ALL extras is only $3,995 and includes a 1-year warranty (parts and labor) on motherboard and processor and two years on all other components (excludes accidents and abuse). In addition, unlimited phone, Laplink, and email support is included for three years.

See the order page (link below) for optional configurations and components.

Keep in mind that these ultra-small form factor all aluminum PCs are much more expensive than full steel tower systems for the case alone.

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