LiveBook

Windows 7 is now the most powerful operating system for audio + video production. Rain tunes the OS to ensure optimum performance and maximum compatibility with your creative software and hardware.

Windows 7 Home Premium [64-bit]
Windows 7 is an amazing redesign of the classic operating used by millions of people around the world. To make sure you have the very best performance, stability and compatibility, Rain specially tunes your operating system based on tireless testing and certification with popular creative software and hardware from Pro Tools and Cubase to the Adobe Creative Suite and Maya by AutoDesk.

Windows 7 Pro [64-bit]
Windows 7 Pro is often recommended by software developers for professional production and performance. It also adds features incluing Remote Desktop Client (RDC), Windows XP Mode, and advanced backup and restore options helpful for keeping your data safe and secure.

Configure your Rain computer with the new Intel "Sandy Bridge" Core i3, i5 or i7 dual-core processors. A combination of Hyper-Threading, Turbo Boost and Virtualization technology makes it easy to throw a ton of power at your tracks, plug-ins and virtual instruments without extra heat, noise or data bottlenecks.

Your Rain computer uses 1066MHz DDR3 Dual Channel memory. By using matched pairs of memory modules, overall performance is increased. The memory in your Rain computer is designed for high reliability, low latency and low heat.

How memory works.
Unlike a hard drive, Random Access Memory (RAM) has no moving parts. So data transfer is many times faster than a conventional hard drive. The combination of a powerful processor and a large amount of main memory creates a system capable of more tracks, effects, layers, plug-ins and virtual instruments.

The high performance hard drives in your Rain computer are engineered for fast data transfer up to 3Gb/s. Each HDD operates at 7200RPM, using a 16MB cache (buffer) to prevent the data bottlenecks that lead to glitches, dropouts and distortion.

You can also configure your Rain with the new generation of Solid State Drives (SSD) for light speed streaming. With no moving parts, SSD gives you instant access to all your data. The SATA III connection streams your media files at up to 3 gigabits per second.

The "TI Chipset" is known throughout the audio industry as the only option for using your FireWire audio interface without pops, clicks, glitches or dropouts.

If you're using a legacy FireWire audio interface from a designer like PreSonus or Avid, just add a FireWire PCI ExpressCard and we'll make sure you can plug & play right away.

The new LiveBook Docking Station saves you time by taking care of all the connections to your LiveBook in one easy step. Dock your LiveBook and take advantage of the additional video output, USB connectivity and a DVD or Blu-Ray optical drive. The Kensington lock port keeps everything safe in the studio while you and your LiveBook are on the road.

• Display Port
• D-SUB (VGA)
• DVI
• Gigabit Ethernet
• Kensington Lock
• Optional DVD or Blu-Ray Optical Drive

A word about batteries.
Your Rain has a high tech Li-Ion battery capable of anywhere from 3 to 7 hours. But other things come into play when you're talking about audio, video and graphics production.

A couple things to think about:

High power, high power-consumption.
If you maxed out your Rain with a quad-core processor, high performance video card, lots of memory and multiple hard drives, keep in mind that all those things eat up a lot of power and will affect your battery life.

Tuned for performance, not battery life.
We carefully tuned your Rain computer for the best performance and stability. Part of that process sometimes involves temporarily disabling power management features. A RainCare Technician can help you turn them on when you're getting ready for a trip.

Keep it plugged in when possible.
The battery in your Rain can be convenient. But the very best way to ensure a smooth session is by keeping all your gear plugged into a reliable power source whenever possible.

The Lil Namba Remix Backpack was created by Namba Gear to provide an optimum carrying solution for a computer dj with Rane/Serato or Vestax VCI300, or transport of a laptop mobile studio using a smaller footprint keyboard controller such as the M-Audio Oxygen 8, and using up to a 15" laptop computer.

Designed for security, the Lil Namba backpack has many musician friendly details that separate it from the other solutions on the market. Extremely long lockable zippers and unsnappable hinges which allow easier packing, a cable management system that makes it easy to keep cables organized, special material that wicks moisture away from your back, high contrast interior color to help you quickly find everything in your pack, and even a secret stash pocket (for your iLoks, etc.) are a few of the special features.

• Security Design
• Chest Strap
• Back Material Wicks Moisture
• Convenient Carry Handle
• Holds 15" Laptop Computer
• Holds 12" Vinyls & Audio Devices
• Large Controller Space
• Controller Space Unhinges & Lays Flat
• High Performance, Semi-Rigid Foam Construction
• Cable Management System
• Secret Stash Pocket

Tiny, fast, holds a ton of stuff.
Introducing the new generation of StormDrive, a portable USB 3.0 hard drive that's fast enough for audio and video but small enough to fit in your pocket. Just plug it in to your desktop or laptop computer and you're streaming up to 4.8 gigabits per second before you can say "wow, that's fast".

Choose a SSD for even faster streaming.
We know the last thing you want to do is wait around for your media. So the new StormDrive offers you a choice of high performance hard drives up to 750 gigabytes or the next generation of Solid State Drive (SSD) technology for instant access to every inch of your data, up to 512 gigabytes.

Features

• Designed for digital audio and video
• Sleek, heat-resistant enclosure
• Super Speed USB 3.0 streams up to 4.8Gb/s (compatible with USB 2.0)
• 500GB or 750GB High Performance drive
• 256GB or 512GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Bus powered by computer via included USB cable
• Compatible with all USB 3.0 eqiupped computers

The easiest way to Get Creative.
Sure, you can do the technical stuff. But wouldn't you rather get down to making music and movies? Even if there's nothing wrong with your Rain computer, you can book an Ensemble Plug & Play session for help with your software, hardware, installation and tune-ups1.

Things we can do during your Ensemble Plug & Play session

• Log into your computer remotely to diagnose and solve issues.
• Install, setup and test your creative hardware and software.
• Expertly tune your complete system for the best performance.
• Create a custom recovery solution and disk image for your complete setup.
• Lots of other things. Just ask!

The official Ensemble playbook

• A single session is about 30 minutes (give or take a few).
• You can combine multiple sessions if you need more time.
• You can purchase additional sessions in the Rain Custom Shop.
• All Rain computers include one FREE Rain Ensemble Plug & Play Session.
• Your Rain Ensemble Plug & Play Sessions do not expire. Keep 'em 'till ya need 'em.
• Integration is limited to one piece of software (Cubase, Adobe CS, etc) and one piece of hardware (Mbox, Decklink, etc) per session.