MACKIE CR5-X - 5" Self-Powered Studio Monitors

MACKIE CR5-X - 5" Self-Powered Studio Monitors

The MACKIE CR5-X monitor pair delivers professional-quality sound for home studios, gaming, and multimedia playback. Each unit integrates a 5" polypropylene-coated woofer and a 0.75" ferrofluid-cooled silk dome tweeter, driven by an 80W total amplifier that delivers deep bass and clear highs without distortion. Their MDF wood enclosure, front-facing waveguide, and tuned rear ports extend bass response down to 50 Hz, while the usable range reaches from 69 Hz to 20 kHz.

The front features a volume control and a position switch that lets you decide which monitor to place the remote on, plus a headphone output that automatically mutes the speakers when you plug in headphones. Input flexibility includes Bluetooth® 5.0, a 1/4" TRS jack, a 1/8" jack, and stereo RCA, and the necessary cables are included in the box: RCA to 1/8", 1/8" to 1/8", and a monitor-to-monitor cable.

Main features

• 5" polypropylene-coated woofer and 0.75" silk dome tweeter
• 80W total high headroom amplifier
• Frequency range: 50 Hz – 20 kHz (–10 dB) / 69 Hz – 20 kHz (–3 dB)
• Tuned rear ports for bass extension
• Front volume control with location switch
• Front headphone output with automatic mute
• Inputs: Bluetooth® 5.0, 1× TRS 1/4", 1× TRS 1/8", 2× RCA
• MDF wood enclosure with a sturdy and aesthetic design
• Includes RCA–1/8", 1/8"–1/8" cables and speaker-to-speaker cable

User benefits

• Detailed and balanced sound for mixing, editing and listening
• Easy integration into any multimedia or production setup
• Wireless streaming via Bluetooth® and multiple analog inputs
• Instant transition to private listening with headphones
• Versatile placement thanks to the control switch on the front panel

Use cases

• Home studio for recording and mixing music
• Content creation and live streaming
• Immersive gaming with reference sound
• Playing music and videos in offices
• Master review and critical mixing in home environments

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can multiple Bluetooth® devices be paired?
  The unit connects to one device at a time; to switch, turn Bluetooth off and back on on the monitor.
• How do I optimize monitor placement?
  Form an equilateral triangle with your listening position and adjust the height so the tweeters are at ear level.
• What cables are included?
  An RCA–1/8" cable, a 1/8"–1/8" cable, and the monitor connection cable are included.

Description for projects

5" active monitors with polypropylene woofer and 0.75" silk tweeter; 80W total amplifier; Bluetooth® 5.0; 1/4" TRS, 1/8" TRS, and RCA inputs; front headphone output; 50Hz–20kHz range; rear ports; MDF enclosure; cables included.