Rain Recording

Overview

A body built for just one thing. Everything about Solstice is dedicated to digital audio starting with an all-aluminum chassis designed to let air flow freely around the internal components and then dissipate naturally through the body.

Perfectly balanced. A carefully balanced component architecture ensures the smooth flow of data through the complete system. The power to record, mix and edit without bottlenecks, drop-outs or distortion.

Plug it all in. Solstice is configured for digital audio with two separate FireWire chipsets for maximum compatibility with your audio hardware. Also included, 7 USB 2.0 ports, PCI and PCIe connections and a Dual Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW optical drive.

Specs

Hardware

• CPU:
  Dual Core: AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ (3.0GHz)
  Triple Core: AMD Phenom 8750 X3 (2.4GHz)
  Quad Core: AMD Phenom 9750 X4 (2.4GHz)
  
• RAM: Up to 8GB DDR-2 RAM (Dual Channel - Matched Pair)
• Operating System Drive: Up to 1 Terabyte 7200RPM Ultra 300 SATA II (32MB Cache)
• Audio Streaming Drive: Up to 1 Terabyte 7200RPM Ultra 300 SATA II (32MB Cache)
• Optical Drive: Dual Layer CD/DVD Burner
• USB: 15 x USB 2.0 Ports
• FireWire: 5 x FireWire Ports (TI Chipset)
• Graphics:
  Dual/Triple Core: ATI Radeon HD 3200 (2 x DVI)
  Quad Core: ATI Radeon HD 3450 (4 x DVI)
  
• PCI/PCIe: 3 x PCI Express x16 bus, 2 x PCI
• LAN: Gigabit Ethernet
• PS/2: 2 x PS/2 Ports
• Audio: 8 channel Realtek Audio
  (Line In, Line Out, Mic In, Speakers: Rear, Center, Subwoofer,Sides)
• PSU:
  Dual/Triple Core: 530 Watt Silent Power Supply
  Quad Core: 680 Watt Silent Power Supply
• Input: Rain Aluminum Keyboard, Microsoft Optical Mouse
• Dimensions: 8 x 17.5 x 20 inches

Software

• Microsoft Windows XP Pro or Vista Ultimate (tuned by Rain for audio production)
• NERO Express CD/DVD Creation Software
• Acronis True Image - Recovery Software

Support

• RainCare Support
• Three Year Warranty

1GB = One billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Actual formatted capacity is less.

Software

Compatible. Rain digital audio workstations are designed for total compatibility with all industry-standard audio production software like Pro Tools, Cubase and SONAR.

Free Integration. Purchase any audio software or hardware with your Solstice and we'll install it, set it up, and test it for you - free of charge. All you have to do is plug & play.

Windows XP Pro or Vista. Solstice ships standard with Windows XP Pro tuned by Rain for digital audio. Or choose to Windows Vista Ultimate 32-bit or 64-bit. For more about Vista compatible software and hardware, check out Vista Watch.

True Digital Audio Support. ION 64 includes RainCare, a world-class support system for your Rain computer. Add RainCare Encompass Audio Integration Support and you've got resource for help with your complete digital audio solution.

Hardware

AMD in 2, 3 or 4 cores. Configure your Solstice with the new generation of high-power, high-efficiency Dual, Triple and Quad Core processors from AMD. Direct Connect architecture eliminates the bottleneck between your memory and processor for lower latency and less heat.

FireWire. Solstice ships standard with 5 FireWire ports using two separate chipsets. This provides maximum compatbility with any audio interface and ensures the best bandwidth between your computer and external hardware. Built in redundancy means you're covered in every situation.

Advanced memory. Get the most from your plug-ins and synths with up to 8GB of DDR2, low latency memory designed to keep data flowing smoothly through your system with an amazingly low heat signature.

High performance storage. Tested for the highest levels of performance and stability, the drives in Solstice are engineered for audio and video production. Each one uses a 32MB Buffer for smooth data flow low heat.

Take control. Solstice includes an full-size, aluminum Rain keyboard and Microsoft optical USB mouse. Plug it in and start creating right out of the box.

Graphic power by ATI. Take a load off the CPU without a seperate graphics card. The ATI Radeon graphics processor powers up to four displays.

Support

RainCare support plans

Solstice is available with the RainCare™ Encompass Extended Support plan. RainCare Encompass extends your complimentary coverage to 3 years, including advanced audio integration support, a training session with Obedia.com and free inbound/outbound shipping for warrantee service.

Go beyond traditional Email and Phone Support

With RainCare, connectivity is key. By accessing the RainCare Help Desk you can engage a support system active 24/7/365. We strive for quick response to all support issues.

Audio Integration Support

RainCare Encompass includes audio integration support giving you access to a network of certified Rain technicians ready to help with the integration of your audio software and hardware.

RainCare Remote

RainCare Remote lets you invite a Rain technician into your computer via the internet. The technician can change settings and diagnose problems in real time.

FREE Obedia training session

RainCare Encompass entitles you to a free 30 minute training session with Obedia. Call them 24 hours a day for help setting up your studio, troubleshooting a glitch and installing software and hardware.

Knowledge Base and Tech Articles

Visit the RainCare Knowledge Base to take advantage of a wealth of knowledge built from years of experience, testing and tech support issues.

Hardware Warranty - Parts and Labor

Extend the complimentary 1 year parts and labor hardware coverage on your Rain computer to 3 years with RainCare Encompass. More about the Warranty.

FREE inbound/outbound shipping for hardware warranty service

If your Rain computer system does have to come back to the factory for warranty repairs, we'll pick up the bill for shipping both ways.

Testimonials

Customer Testimonials & Reviews

Read what Rain Customers think about their Solstice workstation:

"I have to say I've had no problems at all with it, despite hitting it with some of the biggest mix projects I've ever had to deal with. It's great to have a machine with this kind of horsepower, because it allows me to choose the most appropriate plug-ins for the mix job at hand, without having to make quality compromises to conserve CPU horsepower, and there are Mix Rescue challenges I can now take on that would have been unthinkable on my previous setup."

–Mike Senior
Sound On Sound

"Wow! The computer has exceeded my expectations. - I drive a silver Porsche Boxster S on the weekends- I'm all about looks. This computer has the LOOK. It's classy and perfect for my home recordings... Thank you!!!"

–Alan R.

"The recording is coming along great, we love this machine... The Rain Solstice is hands down the best, fastest, easiest unit I have ever used."

–Shawn Meister
Guitarist, Underbelly