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Mackie CR4-X 4
Mackie CR4-X 4
Mackie CR4-X 4
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Mackie CR4-X 4" Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors

Compact 50-watt studio monitors with flexible inputs for music production, content creation, and everyday desktop listening.

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Overview

The Mackie CR4-X Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors pack studio-quality performance into a compact desktop form factor. Built around 4-inch woofers paired with dedicated high-frequency drivers, these active monitors deliver 50 watts of combined stereo power — enough to fill a small studio or home office with clear, articulate sound. The flexible input panel accepts 1/4" TRS, 1/8" TRS, and RCA connections, making it easy to hook up a professional audio interface, a phone, a turntable, or a gaming console without hunting for adapters.

A thoughtful front-panel design includes a headphone jack that automatically mutes the speakers when plugged in, plus a smoothly integrated volume knob for quick level adjustments. Mackie includes hookup cables in the box, so setup is genuinely plug-and-play. Whether you are tracking vocals, editing video, mixing a podcast, or simply listening to music at your desk, the CR4-X provides a reliable monitoring foundation without consuming valuable workspace.

Key Features

Professional studio-quality sound

Front-facing headphone jack auto-defeats speaker output

Flexible inputs - 1/4”, 1/8”, and RCA

50 watts of clean, articulate stereo sound

Hookup cables included

Specifications

Type
4" Active Studio Monitors (Pair)
Total Power
50 Watts
Driver Size
4 inches
Inputs
RCA (pair), 1/4" TRS, 1/8" TRS
Headphone Output
Front-panel 1/8" jack (auto-defeats speakers)
Brand
Mackie
Model
CR4-X

Frequently Asked Questions

The CR4-X offers three input options: 1/4" TRS, 1/8" TRS (aux), and RCA, so you can connect professional audio interfaces, smartphones, turntables, and other sources without adapters.
Yes, plugging headphones into the front-panel jack automatically defeats the speaker output, so you can switch to private monitoring without adjusting any settings.
Yes, Mackie includes hookup cables in the box so you can connect your source and start listening right away.
The CR4-X pair delivers a combined 50 watts of amplification, with the power amp housed in one monitor and the second monitor connected as a passive unit.
With 4-inch woofers and 50 watts of total power, the CR4-X is designed for near-field desktop use in small studios, home offices, and bedrooms rather than large rooms.

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