The Muse R-Duo RAID enclosure is another example of the quality products that Thermaltake produces. The finish on the R-Duo is excellent and the style of the contrasting bare and black anodized sides actually matches my Lian Li 767 server case perfectly. Drive installation is a snap, setup is very easy and the included backup software is simple to use. Performance is good, especially when using eSATA connectivity, and benchmarks were the same you would expect from internal drives.

The only failing I found was that Thermaltake doesn't include a type-I to type-L cable or a riser bracket in order to connect the Muse R-Duo to an internal SATA motherboard port. While many new cases have an eSATA jack and some new motherboards also provide this onboard, for the small cost of an adapter I would like to see this bundled with the device, especially considering its price.

I found the Muse R-Duo at several online retailers in the $170-$180 range which is a bit expensive compared to other external enclosures. There are many dual-drive boxes that support JBOD available for much less, so if RAID is not in your plans then you could definitely save yourself some dough. But for those looking for a RAID solution, the Thermaltake Muse R-Duo RAID is an excellent choice.