Mackie CR4.5 BT
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Mackie
CR4.5 BT
Product Info
Article Number:
602454
Brand:
Mackie
Model:
CR4.5 BT
Category:
Active Nearfield Monitors
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Mackies are a solid choice for bedroom producers, podcasters, or anyone needing decent sound without spending a fortune. The Bluetooth is a nice convenience, and they’re surprisingly versatile for nearfield monitoring and casual listening, though don’t expect studio-grade accuracy.
Product Description
- Mackie CR4.5 BT
- Active Multimedia Bluetooth Speakers
- 4.5" Fabric woofer
- Silk dome tweeter and protective grille
- Frequency range: 55 Hz - 20
- 000 Hz
- Max. sound pressure level: 100 dB
- Class D power amplifier with 50 watts peak total output
- Bluetooth: 5.0
- Controls for adjusting sound and volume
- Position switch for desktop and bookshelf modes
- Position switch L/R
- Built-in switched-mode power supply 100 - 240V / 50 - 60 Hz
- 2 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 RCA (L/R stereo): 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
- Stereo headphone output: 3.5 mm jack
- Speaker terminal for connecting both monitors
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 226 x 155 x 211 mm
- Weight: 4.5 kg
- Price per pair
PROS
- • Silk dome tweeter provides surprisingly clean, extended highs.
- • 4.5in woofer delivers decent low-end for its size class.
- • Bluetooth 5.0 offers a stable and reliable wireless connection.
- • Desktop/Bookshelf switch genuinely improves sound in different setups.
CONS
- • Bass response lacks significant depth and extension for critical mixing.
- • Plastic enclosure feels a little cheap, resonance noticeable at higher volumes.
- • Limited input options compared to more professional studio monitors.
Product Video
Key Features
Woofer Size
4.5 in
Power (Watts)
50
Frequency Range
55 Hz - 20,000 Hz
Connections
6.3mm jack, RCA, 3.5mm mini-jack, headphone output
Weight
4.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
While they get surprisingly loud, the 4.5in woofer struggles with truly deep sub-bass; expect a roll-off.
No, their frequency response isn't flat enough for professional mixing; better suited for monitoring and casual listening.
Yes, it adjusts the internal EQ to compensate for the speakers being close to a reflective surface, improving clarity.
