Mackie CR4-X BT

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Mackie CR4-X BT

Mackie

CR4-X BT

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 485488
Brand: Mackie
Model: CR4-X BT
Price: $163.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

These Mackies are a solid entry point for bedroom producers, podcasters, or anyone needing a basic, affordable monitor setup. The Bluetooth is a nice bonus for casual use, but don't expect pristine accuracy for serious mixing—they're more for tracking and general listening than critical analysis.

Product Description

  • Mackie CR4-X BT
  • Bluetooth Multimedia Monitors
  • Equipped with a 4" woofer and a 0.75" tweeter
  • Class D amplifier
  • Power: 50 W
  • Frequency response: 65 - 20
  • 000 Hz (-3 dB)
  • Max. SPL (Sound pressure level): 100 dB
  • Housing: MDF
  • Audio playback via Bluetooth
  • Volume control on the front
  • Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC
  • 50/60 Hz
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 225 x 155 x 210 mm
  • Weight: 4.6 kg
  • Price is for a pair

*Connectors:*

, 2x 6.3 mm Jack line input, 2x RCA inputs, 3.5 mm Mini-jack stereo input, 3.5 mm Mini-jack stereo headphone output, Speaker terminals for a second monitor

PROS
  • • MDF housing minimizes resonance, providing a surprisingly clean sound for the price.
  • • Bluetooth connectivity is reliable and convenient for casual listening and basic project work.
  • • Class D amplification delivers decent headroom; handles moderate volumes without distortion.
  • • The front-panel volume knob is a practical touch for quick adjustments.
CONS
  • • The high-frequency response can be slightly harsh; lacks refinement for critical mixing.
  • • Limited connectivity; lacks XLR inputs common in more professional studio setups.
  • • Bass response is present but lacks depth and extension; not ideal for bass-heavy genres.

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Key Features

Woofer Size 4 in
Power (Watts) 50
Frequency Range 65 - 20000 Hz
Connections 6.3 mm Jack line inputs (2x), RCA inputs (2x), 3.5 mm Mini-jack input, 3.5 mm Mini-jack headphone output, Speaker terminals
Weight 4.6 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

They offer a decent feature set with Bluetooth, but the sonic quality isn't as refined as some competitors; expect a slightly more colored sound.
They’re fine for basic music creation and tracking, but lack the accuracy needed for critical mixing decisions; consider upgrading for more serious work.
No, they lack XLR inputs; you'll need to use the unbalanced RCA or 6.3mm jacks, which can introduce more noise.

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