HydraCluster SoundStation Series – Shockwave Ultra
Flagship DAW Workstation for Elite Music Production Studios
The Shockwave Ultra is the flagship DAW workstation of HydraCluster’s SoundStation Series. Designed for professional composers, mixing engineers, and mastering studios, it delivers unmatched performance with the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, 128GB DDR5 memory, and studio-grade audio hardware—ensuring zero compromise in your productions.
Built for high-track-count projects, massive sample libraries, and complex plugin chains, the Shockwave Ultra ensures that no session is too large and no export too heavy. Its 3D V-Cache CPU architecture delivers unparalleled plugin efficiency, while 128GB DDR5 RAM unlocks limitless multitasking across multiple DAWs.
With audiophile-grade monitoring, whisper-quiet cooling, and HydraCluster’s Studio-Optimized Windows edition, this workstation is engineered for elite creators who demand power, silence, and reliability in their production environment.
Specifications (Detailed Breakdown)
Processor (CPU): AMD Ryzen™ 9 9950X3D – 16 Cores / 32 Threads, X3D Cache, 5.7GHz Boost
Memory (RAM): 128GB DDR5 8000MHz (4×32GB, Quad-Channel)
Primary Storage: 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD – OS, DAWs, Plugins
Secondary Storage: 4TB 7200RPM HDD – Project and Archive Storage
Sound Card: Creative Sound Blaster AE-5 – Audiophile-grade DAC, ASIO, 122dB SNR
Motherboard: B650 WiFi – PCIe 4.0, DDR5, USB-C, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Power Supply: 750W 80+ Gold Certified – Stable, Low-Noise Power Delivery
Case & Cooling: Studio-Quiet, High-Airflow Chassis with Optimized Acoustic Cooling
Operating System: Windows 11 Pro / HydraCluster Studio-Optimized Edition
Performance Suitability (Music Production Workloads)
| Workload | Performance |
|---|---|
| 150+ Track Mixing & Mastering | ✅ Exceptional |
| Real-Time FX Chains & Oversampling | ✅ Lag-Free |
| Kontakt / Spitfire / VSL Libraries | ✅ Seamless |
| MIDI Sequencing + Audio Recording | ✅ Zero Latency |
| Multitasking with DAWs & Plugins | ✅ Effortless |
| High-Resolution Exporting (96kHz+) | ✅ Ultra-Fast |
Key Strengths
🎧 Sound Blaster AE-5 Pro Audio – Low-latency ASIO drivers and audiophile-grade DAC for precision mixing.
🚀 Ryzen 9 9950X3D + 3D Cache – Optimized for plugin-heavy workloads, scoring, and mastering.
🧠 128GB DDR5 8000MHz RAM – Effortlessly run massive orchestral libraries and parallel DAW sessions.
📁 Optimized Storage Layout – Ultra-fast SSD for DAWs + 4TB HDD for long-term storage.
🔇 Silent Studio Operation – Whisper-quiet design prevents monitoring interference.
🛠️ Pre-Configured for Creators – BIOS tuned, DAW-tested, and optimized for professional workflows.
Options & Upgrades
CPU Upgrade: Future-ready options as AMD workstation chips evolve.
Memory Expansion: Scale up to 256GB DDR5 for orchestral or multi-DAW workflows.
Storage: Expand with additional NVMe drives or RAID configurations.
Audio Interface: Upgrade to Sound Blaster AE-9 or external studio-grade USB/Thunderbolt DAC.
Networking: 10GbE card for high-bandwidth studio and collaborative environments.
Warranty & Support
System Warranty: 3 Years HydraCluster Standard Coverage
Component Warranty: Manufacturer-backed coverage for CPU, RAM, SSD, PSU, and more
Support: Lifetime remote assistance, BIOS/DAW tuning, and priority customer care
Lead Time
Assembly & Testing: 10–12 business days
Shipping (U.S.): 3–5 business days, studio-safe insured packaging