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Quiet PC Serenity Wavestation i17
The ideal audio workstation PC for music production using any of today’s popular software production suites such as Steinberg Cubase/Nuendo, Cakewalk Sonar, Reason, Ableton Live and FL Studio. Aimed at both home and professional users.

The Wavestation in Antec P101 Case - Shown with optional Widescreen Monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse
Features
- Totally configurable Intel 12th gen PC
- Up to 128GB of fast DDR4 memory
- Case incorporates an integrated 3-step fan controller (High/Medium/Low)
- The perfect high performance workstation for audio editing and music production
- Suitable for the serious home enthusiast or musical professional
- Clean Build™ Promise and original OS+drivers supplied on DVDs
- Two year warranty with open-case policy
The Serenity Wavestation
The Serenity Wavestation Pro offers a quieter way to edit and process your music making it perfect for studio use and as such, it is ideal for both home musicians and professionals working in a studio environment where quietness is important.
Motherboard Features and Options
This particular computer utilises the ASUS motherboard, so expect connectivity like PCIe 4 speeds for all connected M.2 drives and USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for USB speeds up to 20Gbps. The motherboards also features RAID, multiple M.2 connectors, premium audio, HDMI and DisplayPort outputs and support for up to 128GB RAM. Below are images of each motherboard available in this system with a table that shows some of the specification each motherboard offers.
ASUS PRIME Z790-P | ASUS TUF Z790-PLUS | |
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Rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports, 20Gbps | 1 (Type-C) | 1 (Type-C) |
Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, 10Gbps | 1 (teal) | 3 (teal,x1 Type-C) |
Rear USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, 5Gbps | 2 (blue) | 4 (blue) |
Ethernet Controller (LAN) | Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet | Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet |
Built-in Wi-Fi and BT | None | Wi-Fi 6E and BT v5.2 |
Which CPU do I need?
Given the need for a good processor with any DAW, we are only offering i3, i5, i7 and i9 processors with this system. Any processor on offer with this system will be fine for music production however, if you use a lot of virtual instruments and effects, that will have a greater impact on the processor so do consider a more powerful i7 or even the i9 processor.
Intel Alder Lake 13th Gen Processor
The 13th Gen Intel processors offer a significant improvement over previous generations, thanks to the improved Performance-cores (P-cores) and/or Efficient-cores (E-cores). The processors P-cores are optimised for single and lightly-threaded performance, while its E-cores, are optimised for scaling highly-threaded workloads. That means gamers, creators, and professionals can harness both intelligence and power to enhance the experiences that matter the most. All processors on the list feature P-cores, but not all offer E-cores. To give you an idea of much of an improvement the 13th gen is over the 11th Gen processors, take a look at the table below that shows some PassMark CPU Benchmarks, the higher the number the better the performance the processors offers.
13th Gen Processor | Core i5 13400 | Core i7 13700 | Core i9 13900 |
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PassMark score | 26,206 | 39,665 | 50,765 |
11th Gen Processor | Core i5 11400 | Core i7 11700 | Core i9 11900 |
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PassMark score | 17,068 | 20,028 | 23,014 |
The figures above are as of January 2023. They do change over time.
High Speed DDR4 Memory
We offer the Wavestation with DDR4 memory that delivers up to 20% less energy consumption and twice as much density as the previous generation DDR3. DDR4 can help Wavestation users to load their programs faster, increase responsiveness of their system and help them to handle heavy data tasks in a flash.
Today, many musicians are using software based instruments, effects and sample libraries and if you are one of those people then the more memory that you have, the faster and more responsive your audio application will be as the PC will spend less time moving data to and from the SSD.
A good amount of memory to have for a typical home based DAW would 16GB but for more professional users, 32GB (or higher) would be recommended.
For the Home Studio
Home users or enthusiasts can simply build on the base configuration, adding higher capacity SSD drives and perhaps more memory or a bigger monitor if required. The on-board graphics support resolutions up to 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz (via DisplayPort and HDMI).
For the Professional Studio
Audio editing/production programs usually take up a lot space on your Windows desktop so it is usually a good idea to use a large display where possible. By default, the system will use the on-board graphics (supporting two monitors via DisplayPort and HDMI). With the addition of a discrete graphics card, the maximum supported number of monitors and/or resolutions will be increased.
DAW software usually takes up all of the space on your Windows desktop so it’s a good idea to use a large display like the ASUS 27” ASUS VG278Q 27in Gaming Monitor 1920 x 1080 Monitor or even the 28” ASUS TUF VG289Q 28in Monitor, IPS, 5ms, 3840x2160, HDR10, Monitor to expand your desktop. The more space you have available on your Windows desktop the easier it will be to work with your music software.
Storage considerations
When specifying your new PC’s storage options using our system configurator below, you will be offered a choice of drives which vary by price and capacity. There are two primary types of storage. A conventional hard disk drive (HDD) offers huge storage capacity for a low price, but it won’t be especially fast and it will generate a certain amount of running noise since it contains a constantly-rotating spindle. A solid state (SSD) or a M2 drive on the other hand, offer tremendous speed and absolutely silent operation, but they cost more than an HDD for any given capacity.
So if you need a lot of storage space (for videos or large quantities of digital photos for example), then we would recommend an HDD. On the other hand, if you prefer silence and speed (especially boot-up speed), then an SSD or M2 drive would be a better choice. Of course you can have more than one drive, so you could have the best of both worlds by choosing one of each! We recommend that customers chose an SSD or M2 drive as a boot drive that contains the operating system and important programs and a conventional HDD to store other data, but remember that if you intend to have a totally silent PC you might want to forgo the HDDs all together as they will make some noise due to their moving parts.
DVD Drive
If you require an internal DVD drive then please check the specifications for your chosen case as not all cases offer the required 5.25” drive bay..
RAID Storage
Users with more advanced storage needs may be interested in having two drives configured as a RAID array in order to increase read/write speeds or to provide a more fault-resilient storage system. The two types of RAID we offer are RAID 0 (Striped) and RAID 1 (Mirrored) and they store information in completely different ways.
RAID 0 arrays stripe data and write information across two separate hard drives and is often used to increase the speed at which data is accessed and retrieved. The downside is that if a drive fails then you lose everything, so it is important to make regular backups.
RAID 1 arrays mirror data and write identical information across both drives simultaneously without a speed penalty. So if one drive fails, no data is lost and the PC stays running. However, if both drives (or more likely the motherboard) fails then you lose everything, so it is still important to backup regularly.
Don’t rely on RAID 1 for data integrity. No matter how well you think your data is protected, it’s always good practice to backup your data off the PC, either to an external drive or to online storage.
Clean Build™ Promise
The price of many pre-built PCs these days is often supported by cash kickbacks from software companies who pay hardware manufacturers to pre-install limited or trial versions of their software and then hope that the customer pays to upgrade to the full version. The downside to this approach is that the new PC comes pre-loaded with a lot of “junkware” which bloats the operating system and can cause severe performance degradation.
Here at Quiet PC we believe that customers have every right to expect the best possible performance from a brand new PC, so every system we build comes with our Clean Build™ promise. We install the operating system (if you order one), motherboard drivers, OS updates and Windows Security - that’s it. You won’t be pestered by pop-ups and nag screens and you can get on with using your new PC immediately without having to uninstall lots of junkware first. Your new machine will boot in super-quick time and will stay running quickly for many months and years to come.
Free hardware support and fully inclusive warranty
We offer free hardware technical support for as long as you own the machine. This support covers any hardware query or problem, including advice on maintenance and upgrades. We regret we can’t offer software support or training so we would recommend contacting the software vendor in this instance.
Our hardware warranty runs for at least two years and is “collect and return” meaning that you don’t need to worry about getting the machine back to us - we will instruct our courier to collect it from you on a day of your choosing, then after we have checked and repaired it we will send it back to you by express courier at our expense. In addition, unlike many other PC suppliers, we have an “open-case” policy which means you are free to open the machine and perform your own minor modifications or upgrades without worrying that your warranty might be affected.
Serenity Wavestation i17
Quiet PC Serenity Wavestation i17
Configure and Buy
![]() | Case More DetailsCA$160.77 More DetailsCA$170.23 More DetailsCA$198.23 More DetailsCA$222.89 More DetailsCA$262.59 More DetailsCA$301.74 |
![]() | Motherboard More DetailsCA$277.08 More DetailsCA$387.00 |
![]() | Processor More DetailsCA$209.66 More DetailsCA$329.04 More DetailsCA$384.36 More DetailsCA$576.19 More DetailsCA$816.76 |
![]() | Memory More DetailsCA$32.88 More DetailsCA$64.49 More DetailsCA$107.41 More DetailsCA$199.48 More DetailsCA$393.13 |
![]() | CPU cooler More DetailsCA$43.46 More DetailsCA$69.59 More DetailsCA$79.82 More DetailsCA$85.54 More DetailsCA$97.44 More DetailsCA$111.39 |
Thermal Compound UpgradeChoose an option below and we will use the selected thermal compound wherever it is required. Alternatively leave none selected and we will apply the thermal paste supplied. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$12.67 More DetailsCA$16.65 | |
Graphics cardTo help configure the PC correctly, in brackets after every graphics card you’ll see its width (in slots) and the minimum wattage power supply. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$107.27 More DetailsCA$118.14 More DetailsCA$120.36 More DetailsCA$232.78 More DetailsCA$266.50 More DetailsCA$327.52 More DetailsCA$334.62 More DetailsCA$418.76 More DetailsCA$465.57 More DetailsCA$587.74 More DetailsCA$591.92 More DetailsCA$737.64 More DetailsCA$785.70 More DetailsCA$847.42 More DetailsCA$1,007.20 More DetailsCA$1,125.05 More DetailsCA$1,635.76 More DetailsCA$1,847.51 More DetailsCA$2,268.92 | |
![]() | Power supply More DetailsCA$107.41 More DetailsCA$137.21 More DetailsCA$140.84 More DetailsCA$161.32 More DetailsCA$173.44 More DetailsCA$187.23 More DetailsCA$203.81 More DetailsCA$210.92 More DetailsCA$217.74 More DetailsCA$233.07 More DetailsCA$240.02 More DetailsCA$244.07 More DetailsCA$264.83 |
![]() | Mains cordPlease note, we are only able to supply UK or EU mains cords. If you reside outside of the UK or EU, you will need to supply your own cable. More DetailsCA$7.39 More DetailsCA$7.39 More DetailsCA$7.39 |
![]() | M.2 driveThe figures in brackets show the read and write speeds (in MB/s) of the drive. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$105.32 More DetailsCA$177.75 More DetailsCA$250.47 |
M.2 drive 2The figures in brackets show the read and write speeds (in MB/s) of the drive. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$45.97 More DetailsCA$55.72 More DetailsCA$60.73 More DetailsCA$80.94 More DetailsCA$105.32 More DetailsCA$120.08 More DetailsCA$146.41 More DetailsCA$149.62 More DetailsCA$177.75 More DetailsCA$250.47 | |
M.2 drive 3The figures in brackets show the read and write speeds (in MB/s) of the drive. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$45.97 More DetailsCA$55.72 More DetailsCA$60.73 More DetailsCA$80.94 More DetailsCA$105.32 More DetailsCA$120.08 More DetailsCA$146.41 More DetailsCA$149.62 More DetailsCA$177.75 More DetailsCA$250.47 | |
![]() | Data drivePlease note, selecting a HDD or SSHD will generate some noise as they contain moving parts. Choose a SSD for total silence. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$47.93 More DetailsCA$54.46 More DetailsCA$64.78 More DetailsCA$89.85 More DetailsCA$92.23 More DetailsCA$101.27 More DetailsCA$155.47 More DetailsCA$163.83 More DetailsCA$173.86 More DetailsCA$182.22 More DetailsCA$204.78 More DetailsCA$380.86 More DetailsCA$654.47 |
Data drive 2Please note, selecting a HDD or SSHD will generate some noise as they contain moving parts. Choose a SSD for total silence. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$47.93 More DetailsCA$54.46 More DetailsCA$64.78 More DetailsCA$89.85 More DetailsCA$92.23 More DetailsCA$101.27 More DetailsCA$155.47 More DetailsCA$163.83 More DetailsCA$173.86 More DetailsCA$182.22 More DetailsCA$204.78 More DetailsCA$380.86 More DetailsCA$654.47 | |
Data drive 3Please note, selecting a HDD or SSHD will generate some noise as they contain moving parts. Choose a SSD for total silence. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$47.93 More DetailsCA$54.46 More DetailsCA$64.78 More DetailsCA$89.85 More DetailsCA$92.23 More DetailsCA$101.27 More DetailsCA$155.47 More DetailsCA$163.83 More DetailsCA$173.86 More DetailsCA$182.22 More DetailsCA$204.78 More DetailsCA$380.86 More DetailsCA$654.47 | |
Data drive 4Please note, selecting a HDD or SSHD will generate some noise as they contain moving parts. Choose a SSD for total silence. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$47.93 More DetailsCA$54.46 More DetailsCA$64.78 More DetailsCA$89.85 More DetailsCA$92.23 More DetailsCA$101.27 More DetailsCA$155.47 More DetailsCA$163.83 More DetailsCA$173.86 More DetailsCA$182.22 More DetailsCA$204.78 More DetailsCA$380.86 More DetailsCA$654.47 | |
RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks)Please note, we can install RAID on Windows systems only CA$0.00 CA$25.08 CA$25.08 CA$25.08 | |
5.25" Drive Bay 1 CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$24.79 More DetailsCA$92.65 | |
PCI Express slot CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$42.76 | |
![]() | Operating system CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$159.23 More DetailsCA$211.05 |
![]() | BackupSelect “Use Microsoft DVD media” to receive a DVD of the Windows OS only. The “Backup Pendrive” provides an image of your system which includes drivers for the PC (highly recommended). Instructions here. Please note, that a pendrive can only be purchased along with a copy of Windows. It is not available separately. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$18.10 |
TPM securityPlease note that Windows 10 Pro is required to utilise TPM security. CA$0.00 | |
Windows anti-malware software CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$27.85 | |
Windows Internet security software CA$0.00 | |
Office software suitePlease note; that when purchasing an office suite it will not be installed on the PC. You will need to download and install it from https://setup.office.com/downloadoffice/. A product key will be supplied with the PC to allow you to activate the software. CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$170.80 More DetailsCA$331.97 | |
Speakers CA$0.00 | |
TV card CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$174.83 More DetailsCA$194.20 More DetailsCA$220.95 More DetailsCA$287.95 More DetailsCA$315.82 | |
Thunderbolt CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$184.72 | |
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$22.70 More DetailsCA$32.18 More DetailsCA$64.78 | |
Keyboard and mouse set CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$18.10 More DetailsCA$24.24 More DetailsCA$28.84 More DetailsCA$42.91 More DetailsCA$57.54 More DetailsCA$72.02 More DetailsCA$81.50 More DetailsCA$113.26 | |
Keyboard CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$27.45 | |
Mouse CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$11.99 More DetailsCA$18.04 More DetailsCA$37.48 | |
External USB hard drive CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$65.06 More DetailsCA$82.33 More DetailsCA$123.57 | |
Main monitor CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$135.41 More DetailsCA$279.59 More DetailsCA$301.88 More DetailsCA$496.91 | |
Second monitor CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$135.41 More DetailsCA$279.59 More DetailsCA$301.88 More DetailsCA$496.91 | |
Third monitor CA$0.00 | |
Printer CA$0.00 | |
Webcam CA$0.00 More DetailsCA$67.00 More DetailsCA$82.62 | |
![]() | Warranty CA$0.00 CA$77.32 CA$160.90 |
Express buildIf you need your PC quickly then we have a faster build option which you can select below. CA$0.00 CA$111.44 |
Specifications | Wavestation i17 |
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Machine name | Serenity Wavestation i17 |
Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 10/11 |
Motherboard | ASUS TUF Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 or ASUS PRIME Z790-P D4 WIFI |
Graphics | Intel Xe Graphics Architecture * |
Multi-VGA output support | DisplayPort 1.4 / HDMI 2.1 |
DisplayPort (1.4) Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
HDMI 2.1 Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
Memory slots | 4 (max 128 GB) |
M.2 connector (Z690-P) | 3 |
M.2 connector (Z790-PLUS) | 4 |
LAN (Z690-P) | Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet |
LAN (Z790-PLUS) | Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet |
Audio | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC |
Rear Ports (Z690-P) | PS2 combo port, 2x USB 2, DisplayPort, HDMI port, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (Type-C), USB 3.2 Gen 2 (teal), 2.5Gb Ethernet port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue), 5x Audio jacks, Optical S/PDIF out |
Rear Ports (Z790-PLUS) | DisplayPort, HDMI, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (Type-C), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (one Type-C), 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, 2.5Gb Ethernet port, 5x Audio jacks, Optical S/PDIF out port, Wi-Fi Antennae ports |
Front Ports P101 | 2x USB3.0, 2x USB2.0, headphone and mic port, Power, Reset, Fan Speed Controller (High/Stop/Low) |
Front Ports DB900 | 2x USB3.0, headphone and mic port, Power, Reset, LED switch, USB Type C, USB Charging port, QI charger (top front) |
PC dimensions (H x W x D) P101 | 506 x 232 x 527 mm |
PC dimensions (H x W x D) DB900 | 585 x 243 x 577 mm |
Clean Build™ promise | OS+updates, drivers and MS Security Essentials only |
Recovery method | Windows installation and drivers DVDs supplied |
Warranty type | Collect and return, open-case policy |
Warranty | 24 months |
- *Graphics specifications vary between CPU.
Specifications | Wavestation i17 |
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Machine name | Serenity Wavestation i17 |
Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 10/11 |
Motherboard | ASUS TUF Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 or ASUS PRIME Z790-P D4 WIFI |
Graphics | Intel Xe Graphics Architecture * |
Multi-VGA output support | DisplayPort 1.4 / HDMI 2.1 |
DisplayPort (1.4) Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
HDMI 2.1 Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
Memory slots | 4 (max 128 GB) |
M.2 connector (Z690-P) | 3 |
M.2 connector (Z790-PLUS) | 4 |
LAN (Z690-P) | Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet |
LAN (Z790-PLUS) | Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet |
Audio | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC |
Rear Ports (Z690-P) | PS2 combo port, 2x USB 2, DisplayPort, HDMI port, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (Type-C), USB 3.2 Gen 2 (teal), 2.5Gb Ethernet port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue), 5x Audio jacks, Optical S/PDIF out |
Rear Ports (Z790-PLUS) | DisplayPort, HDMI, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (Type-C), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (one Type-C), 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, 2.5Gb Ethernet port, 5x Audio jacks, Optical S/PDIF out port, Wi-Fi Antennae ports |
Front Ports P101 | 2x USB3.0, 2x USB2.0, headphone and mic port, Power, Reset, Fan Speed Controller (High/Stop/Low) |
Front Ports DB900 | 2x USB3.0, headphone and mic port, Power, Reset, LED switch, USB Type C, USB Charging port, QI charger (top front) |
PC dimensions (H x W x D) P101 | 506 x 232 x 527 mm |
PC dimensions (H x W x D) DB900 | 585 x 243 x 577 mm |
Clean Build™ promise | OS+updates, drivers and MS Security Essentials only |
Recovery method | Windows installation and drivers DVDs supplied |
Warranty type | Collect and return, open-case policy |
Warranty | 24 months |
- *Graphics specifications vary between CPU.