CONCLUSION

   Although the Deep Silence 2 was released just a few months after the Deep Silence 1 there are many differences between them when it comes to both size and features. Size-wise the Deep Silence 1 is slightly taller (due to the top 240mm radiator space) and wider (meaning you can install slightly taller CPU Coolers in it) than the Deep Silence 2, however the second is much longer which to me matters a lot more than being wider and taller since that means easier installation of components. Now both cases offer noise insulation but the Deep Silence 2 has better quality noise absorbing-materials and that's also a plus. The only thing that the DS2 could benefit by having would be the 3 separate drive cages featured in Deep Silence 1 but if that was the case then Nanoxia wouldn't be able to place a dedicated 120/240mm fan/radiator spot inside the Deep Silence 2. So if you plan on using a 240mm radiator and you care not about the extra features of the DS1 then the DS2 is a better overall choice not only because of the extra interior space.

   With a price tag set at around 90Euros inside the EU (Nanoxia PC cases are still not available outside the EU) the Deep Silence 2 is a real bargain not only because of its very high build quality but also since it offers more interior space than most midi towers, excellent airflow potential (if all 8 fans are installed), dedicated 120/240mm radiator spot, completely tool-less design, built-in 2-channel fan controller and excellent noise insulation. The only real issue is its availability outside from the EU something that we hope will get resolved soon. That aside the Deep Silence 2 follows the successful example of the original Deep Silence 1 and that's why it gets our Golden Award.

PROS

- High Build Quality
- Design
- Spacious Interior
- 3 Pre-Installed Fans (2x120mm Front, 1x140mm Rear)
- Room For A Total Of 8 Fans (120/140mm).
- Low Noise Levels (Almost Inaudible)
- Dedicated Radiator Spot
- 2-Channel Fan Controller
- Price (For Some) 

CONS

- Front Fan Access
- Availability