Mackie CR8BT – 8″ Bluetooth Studio Monitors (Pair, Black)
Mackie CR8BT deliver room-filling sound and modern connectivity in a creator-friendly package. Each monitor combines an 8″ woofer, silk-dome tweeter, Bluetooth streaming, and quick tone/placement controls—ideal for home studios, content creation, and everyday listening with reliable clarity.
Key Features
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Wireless convenience: Bluetooth lets you stream from phones, tablets, or laptops alongside your wired setup
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Big, clear sound: 20.3 cm woofer with front porting and 2.5 cm silk-dome tweeter for balanced lows, mids, and smooth highs
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Onboard voicing: Front tone knob shapes the response from flat to more lively for casual listening
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Room/desk optimization: Location switch tailors the speaker for desktop or bookshelf placement
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Flexible I/O: TRS, RCA, and 3.5 mm inputs, plus a front headphone output for instant silent monitoring
Customer Benefits
CR8BT make it easy to switch between focused work and relaxed listening. Stream wirelessly when you want, plug in for latency-free production, and dial the tone to suit your space—no extra gear or menus required.
Quick Specs
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Drivers: 20.3 cm woofer; 2.5 cm silk-dome tweeter
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Power: 70 W RMS per speaker (140 W total)
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Frequency response: 44 Hz – 20 kHz
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Inputs: 2 × ¼″ TRS, stereo RCA, 3.5 mm aux; Bluetooth
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Output: Front-panel 3.5 mm headphone
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Controls: Front volume/tone, rear location switch, speaker assignment
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Dimensions (each): 25.1 × 34.5 × 37.6 cm (W × D × H)
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Weight (pair): 16.0 kg
What’s in the Box
- Pair of Mackie CR8BT monitors
- Speaker interconnect cable
- 3.5 mm TRS cable
- 3.5 mm to RCA cable
- Power cable
- Foam isolation pads
- Quick Start Guide
Use Cases / Ideal For
Great for home producers, streamers, and multimedia creators who want powerful nearfield monitoring that can also double for casual listening and gaming.
Compatibility
Works with audio interfaces, mixers, and computers via TRS/RCA/3.5 mm. Bluetooth adds fast wireless playback, while the front headphone jack supports private monitoring.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Strong output and low-end for an 8″ desktop monitor
- Bluetooth plus full wired connectivity
- Tone knob and location switch simplify room tuning
- Front headphone jack for instant silent monitoring
⚠️ Cons:
- Larger footprint—best with sturdy stands or wide desks
- Voicing control can add coloration—use flat for mixing
The Mackie CR8BT pair combines powerful, adaptable sound with straightforward controls and wireless convenience—ready to slot into any modern creative setup at Soundium.
