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be quiet! Silent Base 600 ATX Case – Black

£119.00

The Silent Base 600 is a masterpiece of German engineering, specifically designed for those who demand a whisper-quiet computing environment. Combining innovative noise-dampening materials with superior airflow, this ATX mid-tower chassis ensures your high-performance hardware stays cool without the acoustic clutter. Equipped with pre-installed Pure Wings 2 fans and offering a highly versatile interior, the Silent Base 600 is the perfect foundation for a professional workstation or a stealthy gaming rig.

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The Art of Silence: Silent Base 600

In an era where PC components are getting louder and hotter, the Silent Base 600 stands as a bastion of tranquility. Designed by the experts at be quiet!, this case isn’t just a box—it’s an acoustic chamber. The development team set out with a difficult goal: to create a chassis that offers the cooling capacity of a high-performance gaming case while maintaining the near-silent profile of a dedicated professional workstation. The result is the Silent Base 600, a case that proves you don’t have to sacrifice performance for peace and quiet.

Innovative Noise Insulation Technology

The defining feature of the Silent Base 600 is its comprehensive approach to noise reduction. Unlike budget cases that use thin metal walls, this chassis is lined with professional-grade sound-insulating material on the front and side panels. This material is specifically engineered to absorb high-frequency whines from fans and the low-frequency hum of mechanical hard drives.

But the silence doesn’t stop at the panels. The Silent Base 600 utilizes decoupled mounting for almost every vibrating component. The hard drive cages feature custom silicone anti-vibration rails, and the power supply mounting area is cushioned to prevent resonance from traveling through the steel frame. Even the air intakes are designed with an “active-circuit” path, meaning air has to travel through a baffled route that lets the cool air in but keeps the fan noise trapped inside.

Superior Cooling with Pure Wings 2

Silence is useless if your components are overheating. The Silent Base 600 solves this by including two pre-installed Pure Wings 2 fans. A 140mm fan at the front acts as a massive intake, while a 120mm fan at the rear exhausts warm air. These fans are a favorite among enthusiasts because of their unique airflow-optimized fan blades, which reduce noise-generating turbulence.

For those who want to push their hardware further, the Silent Base 600 offers incredible flexibility. It can house up to seven fans in total, including mounts on the top and bottom. It also supports water cooling radiators up to 280mm, ensuring that even the most power-hungry CPUs can be tamed without the need for loud, high-RPM air coolers.

Functional Elegance and Interior Versatility

The interior of the Silent Base 600 is a testament to the “form follows function” philosophy. One of the standout features of this case is its modularity.

  • Removable HDD Cages: If you are building a modern system with only M.2 or SSD storage, you can remove the drive cages to create a completely unobstructed airflow path directly to your graphics card.

  • Optical Drive Support: In a world that has forgotten physical media, the Silent Base 600 still offers three 5.25” bays. This makes it an ideal choice for professionals who still need Blu-ray burners, high-end audio interfaces, or front-mounted fan controllers.

  • Space for Giants: Despite its modest mid-tower footprint, the Silent Base 600 can accommodate high-end graphics cards up to 413mm (with the HDD cage removed) and CPU coolers up to 167mm in height.

User-Friendly Maintenance

A quiet PC should also be a clean PC. Dust buildup is one of the leading causes of fan noise over time, as fans have to spin faster to push air through clogged vents. The Silent Base 600 is equipped with high-quality, easily accessible dust filters at the front and bottom. These can be slid out for cleaning in seconds, ensuring that your Silent Base 600 continues to breathe easily for years to come.

The side panels are also designed with a unique 3-in-1 air intake. You can keep the side vent completely closed for maximum silence, open it slightly for a balance of cooling, or install an additional 120mm fan if your GPU needs the extra help. This level of granular control is what sets the Silent Base 600 apart from its competitors.

German Engineering in Every Detail

Every corner of the Silent Base 600 screams quality. From the heavy-duty steel construction to the high-quality plastics used in the front fascia, nothing feels flimsy. The cable management system is equally well-thought-out, featuring large rubber grommets that keep your wires organized and out of the airflow path. A clean build isn’t just about looks; in a silent case, it’s about ensuring that nothing obstructs the carefully calculated path of the air.

Aesthetics for the Professional

The Silent Base 600 doesn’t need flashy RGB to make a statement. Its sleek, understated design with subtle orange, silver, or black accents makes it look just as at home in a high-stakes boardroom as it does in a gaming den. It is a case for the “stealth” builder—someone who wants their hardware to speak for itself through performance, not through blinking lights.

Final Verdict

If you are tired of the “jet engine” sound coming from your current PC, the Silent Base 600 is the upgrade you deserve. It offers a premium, mature building experience with a focus on acoustic perfection that very few modern cases can match. Whether you’re recording a podcast, editing video, or just want to get lost in a game without the distraction of fan noise, the Silent Base 600 delivers.

For more technical data and a full list of compatible components, please check out the official be quiet! product page.

Case Dimensions

217 x 469 x 493 (WxHxD mm)

Case Colour

Black

Case Materials

Steel / Plastic

Front/Side/Top Panel I/O

1 x ARGB Control Button / 1 x Headphone Out / 1 x Mic In / 1 x Power Button / 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A

Case Fans Included

3 x 120mm w/ Addressable RGB LEDs

Case Brand

be quiet!

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Silent Base 600be quiet! Silent Base 600 ATX Case – Black
£119.00
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