Ok on the pictures, I might even post a revision of this one by the time I'm ready to build. I was thinking of using 1/2" plywood with some kind of lining material. I am definitly a fan of making this as cheap as possible so the carpet pad solution looks pretty good. I also like the matress pad idea...

Great ideas thanks! What about the damping material (question 2)?

First off, I'd like to say that this design is a direct result of the DIY project cases/mods I've seen on this site, I'd like to thank all of you, you've been my inspiration. My current computer is very loud, so I figured it's time to change that. Current rig: Processor: athlon 64 x2 6000+ (stock HS...

Hello everyone! I thought I'd write a quick thread introducing myself (mostly because I need 1 thread before posting a pic). I just joined this forum today, but have been a fan of the site for awhile. I study mechanical and aeronautical engineering, but love computers as a hobby. I built my first sy...