bit-tech News: Akasa Mirage-62 chassis

news · May 30, 2008

Hi all,

We have just published a review of the *Akasa Mirage-62 chassis*. If you

could post a link on your site that would be very much appreciated.

*Link:*

*Picture:*

*Quote:

*/"Due to the similarities between this and the Eclipse-62, the Mirage

was always going to be compared to its sibling, the Eclipse. However,

when you look at the case on its own, you realise just what a good piece

of kit it really is. Probably the best removable motherboard tray I've

ever used, combined with rock solid build quality from the light and

durable aluminium frame make a great base for a system build, and while

the look of the case could be seen as a little boring, there's plenty of

room for customisation.

Although the component temperatures were admittedly a little

disappointing, we feel the Mirage more than makes up for this slight

stumble with simple brilliant noise levels, and its customisable,

spacious and straightforward internal layout. However, I can't help but

feel that this update to the Eclipse could, and perhaps should have been

so much more than a face lift, especially when you consider the £20

price difference between the two models.

Just because something works well, doesn't mean there isn't room for

improvement, and despite a few nice additions, and the excellent noise

performance, I came away wanting more. In the end, both are very well

built and very high quality cases -- it'll be down to personal

preference whether you pay the extra money for the Mirage and its door."

/ *

*Cheers guys!

Tim Smalley

www.bit-tech.net

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