A Closer Look - Outside

Out of the box, it immediately becomes clear that Silverstone is trying to push the envelope when it comes to all-glass enclosures by hiding all mounting elements of these clear panels with the help of chrome metal strips. That said, the Lucid LD01 is completely rectangular and has sharp edges, which makes it quite the understated enclosure even though the material mix is usually used for enclosures geared towards enthusiasts or gamers.


The front consists of nothing but glass and chrome strips along the bottom and at the top. Silverstone has done an excellent job in hiding the plastic elements on which the panel is mounted. You may pull the panel off to reveal a dust filter that may be taken off the case frame. Here, you may install two 120 mm or 140 mm fans, but Silverstone also designed this area of the chassis to allow for radiator mounting.


Looking at the rear, you can see how the LD01 keeps its glass side panels in place. Looks like the metal strips on the top and bottom also hold the screws to pin each panel down. One of the more unique elements is the fact that the motherboard is to be mounted upside down even though the PSU bay is still on the bottom of the enclosure.


That bay comes with two sets of mounting holes and can hold a standard ATX unit. Above that is a 120 mm fan-placement opportunity with elongated mounting holes for you to better line the cooling unit up with the components within. The very top holds five motherboard expansion bays with very little room in the very top. Most users won't need more than the default four for their mATX board, but it is nice to have another slot for a fan controller or other ribbon-based backplate.


Both sides of the enclosure are completely made out of glass and held in place by the two aforementioned metal strips. The panels are tinted pretty heavily, so any lighting elements, while visible, should not become annoying.


In the top, you will find a magnetic metal mesh filter that covers an air vent for up to two 120 or 140 mm cooling units. These mounting holes are offset, which means you can also install a 240 or 280 mm radiator here without it interfering with anything on the motherboard. The other dust filter is placed below the floor of the case and is meant to protect the PSU from dirt and grime.


Silverstone includes the usual audio plugs and two USB 3.0 and a Type-C connector, leaving USB 2.0 in the dust, which is perfectly fine. A square power button on the other edge also acts as a power LED.