Could this be the best case of 2018? Be Quiet Dark Base Pro 900 Rev 2 Review

[@Manskeeeee]

This is the first video I've watched on this channel and am very surprised at how informative, in-depth, and helpful it was. I was iffy about this case but this video convinced me to pull the trigger and buy it. Subscribed.

[@TheDutchmanModifies]

Great job Stuart! I got so much respect for the quality of your content.

[@studog858585]

TheDutchmanModifies thanks bro :)

[@Vladek16]

very good review ! And interesting what you show at 7:02 : in the orignal dark base pro 900 (i have one next to me) you have 30mm in between the front panel and the HDD cages, so they not only added plastic cover they complitely redesigned this panel (and thanks a lot for using your RGB device in static color and not this raimbow effect that every one use when they build a pc --')

[@NitroTrucksRule]

I also noticed the front panel clearance had changed, I've got a rev 1 just to my right as well.

[@RabidGaming7]

Where could I put a hdd with a front rad if all the trays have to come out? Using a deepcastle 360mm ex

[@Chingus696]

So 2 things... the case was designed to install the psu in the psu tray then slide the tray in and attach it with he screws on the side, not reach through the back of the case to screw the psu to the psu tray. Not a big deal but it is more difficult the way you did it. Second, the drive bay plate can be installed flipped over from how you have it to allow for a front radiator and still keep the drive bays accessible. Your statement that with a radiator installed it leaves the drive bays blocked is false. I just wanted to clear that up for your audience. Great vid though, very polished and professional!

[@GearSeekers]

Love that motherboard tray! Might be time to get one for my personal rig.

[@campbell_sooup]

Isn’t the entire piece holding all the cable routing covers/hard rice mounts able to be flipped 180 degrees so you get more clearance for radiators while also being able to use the routing covers with a radiator. Idk if this config interferes with e-atx though.

[@LazyPirate8]

I got this case as my first build because of the option for extra disk drive bays and two DVD drives and because you can easily take it off.

[@gateway_12a]

Nice build, on the original 900 Pro case you can fit 2 x 420 Rads and in push / pull config (minus one fan)

[@Javi_216]

Would have been sweet if you could have been able to put the mobo in a 90degree mount

[@Chingus696]

I have the 1st revision of the case and my setup is inverted as well. I’m purchasing the psu shroud separately as an add-on as I’m using cable extensions and would appreciate the space to clean up my cable management. I do have a question for anyone that’s in the know. I’m using the dark rock pro 4 cooler and I hope I don’t have a problem getting the shroud installed with that cooler in the inverted layout...? I guess I’ll see. I think Be Quiet! would would have engineered this shroud with the idea of replacing a psu while inverted with one of their own air coolers installed... Great job on the case Be Quiet! I’m loving it! I also love the build video and this review video! Very well done!

[@pierrewawer993]

Hey - how exactly did you connect the 420 rad at the front with the pump? In other words, how did you get thoes tubes through the psu shroud?

[@icehelion9788]

best Review of this case :D you realy mentioned everything in a short video.

[@TheAffanHabib]

You deserve way more subs my guy.

[@johnabrams3313]

is their a Kit I can buy that cooler? I have a 900 Base and I need that

[@evanhill110]

Does anyone have any idea how much clearance there is for radiator in the top of the case with a motherboard in the fully lowered position?

[@Cookie87820]

Please can you tell me what the cooling components of this build is, also, can you show me the base with the shroud removed?

[@xitwoundzzz]

Awesome video , but would have been nice to see what your thermals are like :)

[@PO59783L]

nice video, do u know what diameter the mesh is on the outskirts of the case is? looking to get some mesh of same size to make a mesh top/front.

[@FSCNYC]

best review for this case i found helpful

[@C0mbat_W0mbat_the_3rd]

I am seriously considering this case. I do have a few questions. Does it come in White? Can you get alternative coloured " trim " and finally is it possible to laser cut the door ie is it a solid Alloy door?

[@theWanderer521]

hmmm interesting case...might research more If it fits my needs. Wondering also about the temps if I go aircooling, no mesh front so that concerns me

[@zanderriley]

Did you Make holes for the Res/Pump tubing to go below into the PSU shroud? (I want to know because I'm building one myself and would like to try it your way)

[@gpk13]

PSA: Officially top clearance is 62mm according to manual, Arctic 420 is 65mm w/ fans, Asus TUF x570 PRO mobo has EATX power plugs way up top w/ retention clips at top (facing outwards for some reason) so SOL there too. If case had 5 more mm it probably would fit.

[@MaZEEZaM]

Looks like a pretty perfect case 😊

[@privatepengu]

So you couldn't use any HDDs in this build? How small a front Radiator would you have to use to be able to use the bottom HDD mounting?

[@studog858585]

PrivatePengu 240 or 280 will work fine

[@Chingus696]

See my previous comment. If he would have mounted the hdd plate 180 degrees from how it is there would be more room for a radiator and still be able to use the hdd bays. The case was not assembled correctly for a front mounted radiator. See be quiet’s vid that explains it. This guy should have watched it...

[@studog858585]

Still not enough room. You have to be running the slimmest radiator there is and where is the res going to go?

[@tony_the_tiger4414]

so can u put 3 140s in the front?

yes you can

[@tony_the_tiger4414]

@ i have had the case for 2 years i want a new one

[@T3chnoJunk13]

Dang... love this gorgeous monstrosity...

[@lostperkeles3398]

so sexy build :O that case + your custom water set + my aorus parts... would be so epic

[@jeremyflowers8908]

Can you perhaps link a partpicker for the whole pc. I see you've mentioned the connectors - but what specific radiators were you able to get in there? shop.bitspower.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=64_80 (BP-NLXF480-F4PB plus BP-NLXF360-F4PB perhaps?)

[@Redax1990]

Excellent review!

[@acvn-hg9gy]

Perfect review. Thanks!

[@evanhill110]

The one thing I'm not keen on is the motherboard tray when it's inverted. I just dont like seeing upside down hardware

[@MrZombie999]

The Thermaltak x9 core mobo tray is also removable and reverable

[@DonnyDepp]

The difference between closed/open front panel and mounted/removed top is about 10 degrees. It has such bad airflow for watercooling. :(

[@Felix-ve9hs]

The Be Quiet Dark Base Pro 900 Rev 2 may be better, but I like the Design on the Fractal Design Define R6 more

[@guilmardionisio5653]

i like the white version of it but not enough funds . .

[@Bucking-s4i]

I think that title belongs to the Phanteks Evolve X

[@studog858585]

A case not even out yet.

[@Bucking-s4i]

Stuart Tonks so is this one

[@keegans.6549]

This one's out rn

[@Chetan_Deora]

NiCe

[@01Gamemaster10]

Such a big case and still NO space for hdd`s if you are using a rad in front. Big no no in my opinion and that is said because the rest of the case is great.

[@Chingus696]

Andres this isn’t quite correct. He could have turned the drive bay plate over and it leaves more room in the front for a radiator yet keeps the drive bays accessible. Not sure why it wasn’t done that way...

[@XxLukexX]

Who installed hdd's in the front? It looks awful being windowed and the case doesn't have a mesh front and will restrict airflow to the gpu will 3+ hdds

[@Chingus696]

Xx Tek tip xX I guess you don’t know the case as there are vents along the sides and you get enough air for the front fans. Case cpu and gpu both under 70c after hours of gaming 8700k and 1080 ti...

[@XxLukexX]

Chingus696 70c is actually high for a case like this, better than the dark base 700 at least.

[@shaolin95]

leaving in a bubble where only your needs count? Of course plenty of people will do it!

[@LEMON48]

This edge orange should be as rgb with 10 colours switchable as in dark base 700.

[@romisutube]

Left sided builds is the new trend :P

[@Random-yq1wu]

Water cooling ready cases are an abomination. I just want an air cooling only case without all the excess baggage of water cooling.

[@jeremyteti914]

Shame for a very thoughtful colour, they forgot that orange is a big turn down, at least for me. If they don't wanna go RGB why don't go for all black, or maybe Grey and other neutral colour..

[@studog858585]

Adiprima Sulakstono they have 3 colour options available. Even said it in review :p

[@jeremyteti914]

Haha what i do know they have the white version, like usual. but the black one is sticking with orange accent.

[@studog858585]

No they have all black and silver/black. Its even shown in the video. The white one is the rev 1 model

[@2Drip007]

That case is bigger than Donald Trump's ego!

[@alphaartax1044]

for me it's ugly

[@Kcimor78]

Its ugly IMO