Rok Box MC-X Custom Pro Audio PC Base Specs:
The Rok Box MC-X Custom pro audio PC is an excellent choice for small to mid-size studios and producers who are producing, recording, mixing, mastering and composing, featuring a super-fast Intel Core Ultra 5 245K CPU (20 cores, 20 threads, 5.5GHz) in our ultra-silent mid-tower case with 3 m.2 solid state drives and silent air cooling. Built and tested by pros to work great with all DAWs including Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, PreSonus Studio One, Steinberg Cubase and more.
- Case: Black Mid-Tower, pre-silenced case sides. No CD-ROM bay*
- Case dimensions: 232 x 451 x 521 mm (WxHxD)*
- Case front panel I/O: 2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB type-C, Headphone output, Mic Input (1/8")
- CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255K, 14 cores (6 Performance + 8 Efficiency), 14 Threads, 5.2GHz max clock speed*
- Performance: Typical plugin load/DAW performance differs based on workflow. View CPU benchmarks HERE.
- Chipset and Motherboard: Intel Z890 Eagle WIFI7 motherboard by Gigabyte (Motherboard model subject to change)*
- Quiet CPU cooling Fan: Large 180mm CPU cooler, copper and aluminum, rated above CPU TDP*
- RAM: 16GB Dual-Channel DDR5, 3000MHz*
- Operating System Drive: 500GB m.2 NVMe*
- Audio Drive: 1TB m.2 NVMe*
- Sample/Data Drive: 1TB NVMe*
- Graphics: Onboard Intel HD ARC Graphics, 1x DisplayPort, DisplayPort also available via USB4 type-C port
- Ethernet: 10/100/1000Mbps onboard
- Wifi: Onboard Wi-Fi 7
- Operating system: Windows 11 64 Bit Home, tweaked for pro audio*
- Power supply: 850W Power Supply - 80-plus Gold rated, switching up to 240v.
- Back panel I/O: 4x USB 2.0 type-A, 5x USB 3.2 type-A, 1x USB 4 type-C (subject to change based on motherboard), 1x Ethernet 2.5gbps, Mic/Line Out/Line in 1/8" jacks via Realtek onboard audio
- Thunderbolt: Optional* (Note Motherboard will change if Thunderbolt is selected)
- Support: Free lifetime USA-based support
- Keyboard/Mouse: Optional, not included*
- Warranty: 1 year parts/labor*
Why Choose PCAudioLabs For Your New Pro Audio PC?
Tuned for Performance
We say it and we mean it. PCAL tweaks applied to your custom Windows installation will unlock the power of your system for music production. Your computer's firmware will be optimized to your needs, overclocked if you wish, and fine-tuned to give you great performance. Get up to an 80% improvement in performance over off-the-shelf PCs. You'll get more tracks, more plugins instantiated, and less latency. Guaranteed.
Our pro‑audio optimizations can deliver up to 80% more performance than off‑the‑shelf systems, letting you run more tracks, plugins, and virtual instruments without dropouts. View our pro audio benchmarks by clicking HERE.
Experience Counts
Since 2000, PCAL computers have been built specifically for Audio and Video by our team of experts. We select and test each component to ensure that it will meet the demands of your production. Each computer is assembled with a focus on performance, noise reduction, proper airflow and durability. Then it is put through a series of burn in tests and Quality Control ensuring your system arrives ready to Rok!
Yes. Every system ships with a clean, tuned Windows install — no bloatware, no trial junk — so all your resources go to making music.
Rest Easy - Lifetime Support
Your PCAudioLabs Rok Box is covered for as long as you have it with our unparalleled phone and email support. If you ever have an issue, your PCAudioLabs technician is here to help! Our support is simply the BEST available in the industry and why clients come back. Not convinced? Check out our stellar reviews HERE.
Yes, every Rok Box pro audio PC comes with free, USA-based, LIFETIME support for the PC hardware and operating system, even outside your hardware warranty.
OBEDIA: Taming Technology
No one else in the industry offers our OBEDIA training with your computer. Need to learn that new EQ Plugin? Want to learn more about mixing? Call us and you'll be connected with an OBEDIA technician who will work with you, one on one, to train you in using your new hardware and software. 30 minutes included with every Rok Box Pro Audio PC.
Ensure Flawless Operation
Don't waste your time searching for the latest drivers and updates. Let PCAudioLabs install them for you. Get three free installs of the software you own, then $25 per hour additional and for ancillary sound libraries. Customized Quotes available. Let us know your setup and requirements and we will deliver optimal installations.
Frequently Asked Questions: Rok Box Pro Audio PCs
Yes. The Rok Box MC-X is tested with multiple DAW applications including Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Steinberg Cubase, PreSonus Studio One and more. If you have a specific DAW that you wish to ensure compatibility for, please contact us.
We know that USB ports are very important to digital creatives. The USB ports on the Rok Box MC-X differ based on the specs chosen in our custom configurator. Typically you'll find at least 6 USB ports on the motherboard back panel. Those ports will change depending on your configuration. For specific I/O, please contact us prior to placing an order.
The best graphics card for your Rok Box MC-X should match the number of monitors that you need to connect. If you produce or edit video, you'll want to upgrade your GPU beyond the GTX 1050 triple output card that we offer.
Unless your workflow requires extensive remote desktop via Windows Remote Desktop, or you plan to utilize Bitlocker encryption, you do not need Windows 11 Pro and may opt for Windows 11 Home (standard)
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Case dimensions (WxHxD)232 x 451 x 521 mm
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Case dimensions - with feet/screws/protrusions232 x 462 x 531 mm
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Net weight10.7 kg
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Package dimensions (WxHxD)327 x 615 x 540 mm
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Package weight12.5 kg
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Volume54.5 liters
- 2x USB 2.0 type-A
- 2x USB 3.0 type-A
- 1x USB 3.1 type-C
- 1x 1/8" headphone jack
- 1x 1/8" mic input jack
- Pre-silenced with acoustic sound dampening foam
- No CDROM bay
- No LED lights
- Supports liquid cooling
- 2x 180mm cooling fans
- 5.25" drive bay x 3
- 8 x 3.5"
2 x 2.5” (up to 15mm)
1 x 2.5” (up to 15mm) or slim optical (12.7mm)
- 120 x 25mm fan x 1
80 x 25mm fan x 1(fan not included)
- 80 x 25mm fan x 2 (one fan included)
Height w/o expansion card retainer: 148mm
Compatible up to 13.3”(339mm) in length with no drives in 3.5” drive cage
2U Redundant (RM400 V2.0 or after)
- 5.25" x 2 (support optical drive only)
- 3.5" x8, 2.5” x2
- 2 x 80mm fan slot
- oversized vents
- 2 x 120mm intake fans, 900rpm, 18dBA
(backwards compatible with 1 x 120mm fan + 3 x 80mm fans, or 6 x 60mm fans)
- 1 x 120mm intake fans, 900rpm, 18dBA
1 x 120mm fan slot
Headphone output x 1
MIC x 1
17.32" (W) x 6.89" (H) x 16.73" (D), 32.7 liters
Windows is pre-installed on your operating system drive (drive 1, unless otherwise specified). Windows is tweaked for audio production and performance, and all bloat/adware is removed. The only additional application is TeamViewer quicksupport, which is a "live .exe". It cannot be run without your permission and only allows PCAudioLabs to provide remote desktop support. No other applications are pre-installed unless requested by the customer.
Thunderbolt is an excellent connection protocol for fast data transfer. If you utilize or plan to utilize a Thunderbolt audio interface, you'll want to spec your Rok Box with Thunderbolt.
If you do not currently use Thunderbolt but plan to later on, you should add Thunderbolt when building your PC on our website, as it cannot be added after the fact.
The Audio drive is where you should store your project, DAW, NLE, and other creative files. This protects them from being stored on the primary drive in case of having to re-image your Windows installation image.
The Samples drive is where you should install your sample library files from popular software such as Native Instruments, Spitfire audio, East West Sounds, etc. This ensures that your primary drive is not consumed by these very large files.
















































