MACKIE MR524 - 5" Active Studio Monitor with Acoustic Space Control

MACKIE MR524 – 5″ Active Studio Monitor with Acoustic Space Control

The Mackie MR524 is a two-way active nearfield monitor designed to deliver neutral, detailed reproduction in professional and home studios. It features a 5" polypropylene woofer and a 1" silk dome tweeter with logarithmic waveguide for a wide, coherent stereo image. Its bi-amplified Class AB amplification (30 W LF + 20 W HF) and electronic 24 dB/octave crossover at 3 kHz ensure clarity and dynamics without distortion. Equipped with Acoustic Space control (±2 dB HF) and a high-frequency filter, the monitor allows you to adjust the response according to the room position. It features balanced XLR/TRS and RCA inputs, a 45 Hz–20 kHz (–3 dB) response, a maximum SPL of 102 dB @ 1 m, and a rugged chassis designed for intensive use.

Main features

• Woofer: 5″ polypropylene.
• Tweeter: 1″ silk dome with neodymium magnet.
• Amplification: Bi-amplified Class AB (30 W LF + 20 W HF).
• Crossover: Electronic 24 dB/octave at 3 kHz.
• Frequency response: 45 Hz – 20 kHz (–3 dB).
• Maximum SPL: 102 dB @ 1 m (+4 dBu in), 108 dB par.
• Acoustic Space: HF shelving ±2 dB at 3 kHz to compensate for reflections from walls and corners.
• Inputs: Balanced XLR and TRS, unbalanced RCA.
• Input impedance: 20 kΩ balanced, 10 kΩ unbalanced.
• Waveguide: Logarithmic for wide sweet spot.
• Dimensions: 400 × 256 × 320 mm.
• Weight: 10.4 kg.

User benefits

• Extended Stereo Imaging: Logarithmic waveguide that improves spatial coherence.
• Room adjustment: Acoustic Space Control and HF filter to adapt to any mounting position.
• Neutral reproduction: High-quality bi-amplification and crossover for coloration-free sounds.
• Versatile Connectivity: Supports XLR, TRS and RCA for any studio setup.
• Durable Construction: MDF housing and premium components for heavy duty use.

Use cases

• Mixing and mastering in professional and home studios.
• Music production, audio and video post-production.
• Monitoring of multimedia and broadcast stations.
• A/V configurations in conference and multimedia rooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does Acoustic Space Control do? It adjusts high frequencies by ±2 dB to correct reflections from nearby surfaces.
• What connectors does it include? Balanced XLR/TRS and unbalanced RCA inputs.
• Need phase calibration? The crossover and waveguide design maintains integrated phase coherence.
• Can I use it on a desk or on a stand? Yes; it optimizes its sweet spot in both positions.

Description for projects

Mackie MR524 monitor: bi-amplified class AB (30 W LF + 20 W HF), 5″ woofer, 1″ silk tweeter, crossover 24 dB/oct at 3 kHz, Acoustic Space ±2 dB HF, XLR/TRS/RCA inputs, 45 Hz–20 kHz, SPL 102 dB @ 1 m, 400×256×320 mm, 10.4 kg.