And the end result! I am pleased. Looks very nice doesn't it. The case is all black and with a silver metallic-look front which is covered in plexi glass. The plexi just adds to the look giving it a pleasant brushed metal look. Of course you can play around with various ways to arrange any drives you add to it and add temp monitors, etc... Notice the beveled adged along the sides. The side panel easily slides on or off the case and chrome thumbscrews are used to attach it on the rear (2 on each side). *Click pics for larger and more detailed versions.

Above you can see how it looks with a Red Cathode. I placed the Cathode on the bottom-front of the case and with it the case really glows well at night or with the lights off. Talk about a nice nightlight! And of course on the right you see how it looks with the lights on. Sorry about the angle, had to take it that way or else the black finish would cause a bad glare from the flash. But also on that pic to the right, notice the air vents near the top which are on each side.

The cathode (not included) is very simple to use. First plug in the light to the specially-coated (for safety) inverter then just plug the switch into the two plug-ins, one from the inverter and the other from the power cord. Place the Cathode and inverter whereever you wish in your case with the included velcro then plug the power cord to the power supply. You will need to either drill a hole for the switch or just leave it in the case. But with it you can turn the light on or off, so making a place for it is a good idea.

The Bad~

What I don't like is the small vent in front on the bottom where any front intake fans you have installed draw their only air. On carpet this isn't good of course, one a desk it is ok. Myself I have carpet and place my case on the floort, but I also have an anti-static matt it sits on. Also the places where the front and rear fans go have just small holes to push air through. Most cases seem to have this but I'd suggest to do some case modding and cut out those holes to help improve airflow. Though this didn't effect case temp, I still like better airflow. Still not sure why it's called the "Blue Meany" though. But hey, what's in a name.

The Blue Meany is priced at just $70. Included is a P4 ready 300w L&C power supply. I'm not familar with this brand and since I have no other experience with it I can't say how good it is, but it comes free with the case so it's at the very least a good backup. In testing cpu temp with the included 1-fan power supply with the panel on or off, the temp remained the same. Same goes when I added in a dual-fan power supply. Basically what that tells us is the 2 rear exhaust fans with help from the four intake in front are doing their job, so the included ps doesn't adversely effect temp. (inside fans are not included, just the side panel clear fan is included). And with overclocking the case temp stayed the same with the side panel off, or on. So consider this a very fine case for overclocking!

This case was a pleasure to work with, those large rolled edges made it worrisome free and no fear of any scratches. Everything fit just fine and that tells me it was made right. The motherboard aligned perfectly with the spacers and the peripherals installed without a hitch. The extra 2 1/2 inch length that this one has and others I have had doesn't, made working inside so much easier. Removing and installing drives without the clutter, I like.

At the very bottom on the front there is a small door that says "push to open". If you are not looking for it specifically, you would not even notice it because it is also black. When opened you'll see 2 USB ports. Inside a cable attaches to the motherboard to supply the power. Great for those quick and sometime-use USB powered devices, like hooking up your digital camera.

Conclusion~

Never really thought I'd like a black case but now I do. This is one fine looking case. The black finish with the edges beveled near the front along with the metallic-silver finish (plexi covered) of the front really makes this case stand out with a classy look. Then consider the side window mod (fan included) already done for you, you have one very nice case. But not only is the Blue Meany handsome, it is very smooth and easy to work with. And even for us overclockers this case will do you well with it's superior cooling ability. I must give this fine case our:

Many thanks goes out to Koolcases.com for making this review possible. Dealing with them has been a real pleasure and it's clear that there are very good people who run the store. Direct link to the Blue Meany and Here for the Colored Cathodes. So check 'em out!