KRK Kreate 8
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KRK
Kreate 8
Product Info
Article Number:
603243
Brand:
KRK
Model:
Kreate 8
Category:
Active Nearfield Monitors
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Kreate 8 is a surprisingly capable entry-level monitor. It's a solid choice for bedroom producers, singer-songwriters, or anyone just starting out who needs decent monitoring without spending a fortune. The Bluetooth is a nice bonus, but don't expect audiophile performance – it’s a great value for the money.
Product Description
- KRK Kreate 8
- Active Nearfield Studio Monitor
- Equipped with: 8" glass fibre aramid woofer
- 1" fabric dome tweeter
- Power: 100 W (80 W LF / 20 W HF)
- Frequency range: 48 - 40.000 Hz
- max. SPL: 111 dB
- LF Class D
- HF Class A/B amplifier
- Adjustable HF/LF
- Level control
- NF shelf filter
- Bluetooth
- Line inputs: XLR
- 6.3 mm jack balanced
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 275 x 388 x 304 mm
- Weight: 9.3 kg
PROS
- • Glass fibre aramid woofer delivers surprisingly tight and controlled low-end response.
- • Class A/B tweeter provides clear, detailed highs without harshness or fatigue.
- • Bluetooth connectivity offers convenient wireless music playback and monitoring options.
- • Multiple input options (XLR, balanced jack, RCA) provide versatile connection flexibility.
CONS
- • Limited EQ adjustments compared to higher-end studio monitors; some mixing may require external processing.
- • The 111dB max SPL is adequate but might struggle in larger or untreated rooms.
- • While decent, the overall build quality feels a little plasticky for the price point.
Product Video
Key Features
Woofer Size
8"
Power (Watts)
100
Frequency Range
48 - 40.000 Hz
Connections
XLR, 6.3 mm jack balanced, RCA
Weight
9.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Kreate 8 offers a more refined sound and better low-end control than the Rokits, but lacks some of their aggressive character.
They provide basic adjustments, but for significant room correction, you'll likely need additional acoustic treatment or a more sophisticated EQ.
Bluetooth latency is generally minimal but not zero. For critical tracking, a direct wired connection is always preferred for absolute precision.
