MACKIE CR4.5 - 4.5" Self-Powered Studio Monitors

MACKIE CR4.5 - 4.5" Self-Powered Studio Monitors

The Mackie CR4.5 Creative Reference studio monitors deliver professional sound quality in a compact and versatile design. Equipped with a 4.5" woven woofer and a 1" silk dome tweeter, they deliver a wide frequency response (55 Hz–20 kHz) and a maximum SPL of 101 dB, ideal for recording and mixing, casual listening, and gaming. Class D amplification delivers 25 W RMS per unit (50 W RMS total), ensuring power and clarity across the entire spectrum. The integrated tone control allows you to switch from a completely flat curve for precision monitoring to a more powerful bass and shimmering highs for more party-like environments.

Main features

• Tone Control: Rotary knob for quick equalization of bass and treble.
• Placement switch: tabletop mode for close listening and bookshelf mode for distant listening.
• Analog inputs: Balanced/unbalanced TRS (1/4″), stereo RCA and minijack (3.5 mm).
• Headphone output: front with automatic speaker disconnection.
• Woofer: 4.5″ (114 mm) woven, for precise and defined bass.
• Tweeter: 1″ (25 mm) silk dome with protective grille.
• Crossover: 3.0 kHz, optimized for frequency separation.
• Enclosure: MDF with black vinyl finish and tuned rear port.
• Dimensions: 226 × 155 × 211 mm (H × W × D).
• Weight: 4.6 kg per monitor.
• Power supply: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, consumption 60 W.

Product benefits

• Total versatility: from mixing sessions to gaming and parties without changing speakers.
• Accurate Monitoring: Flat response with minimal tone control for audio projects.
• Easy installation: Multiple inputs and placement switching adapt the sound to any space.
• Silent Use: Built-in headphone output for night work or shared environments.
• Compact design: ideal for small desks, portable setups or bookshelves.

Use cases

• Home studio: recording, mixing, and mastering of musical and podcast projects.
• Gaming and streaming: surround sound and the ability to adjust bass and treble to suit the action.
• Multimedia design: video editing and content production with reliable monitoring.
• Leisure and private events: music and cinema at home, meetings and parties in small spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I connect them directly to my computer? Yes, just a mini-jack-to-TRS or RCA cable is all you need to play audio from any PC or laptop.
• How does the tone control affect the mix? For critical monitoring, leave it centered; turn it clockwise to boost bass and treble for casual listening.
• Are they suitable for large spaces? They work best in small and medium-sized environments; for larger rooms, a subwoofer or higher-powered monitors are recommended.

Description for projects

2-way powered studio monitors with 4.5″ woven woofer and 1″ silk dome tweeter, 25W RMS per unit (50W RMS total) Class D amplification, integrated tone control, desktop/bookshelf switch, 55Hz–20kHz frequency response, 101dB peak SPL, 3kHz crossover, TRS/RCA/3.5mm inputs, headphone output, rear-ported MDF chassis, black vinyl finish.