Description:
Mackie CR3.5 Creative Reference Powered Studio Monitors combine professional-quality sound with a tone shaping knob for moving from studio reference to casual listening to party mode. Featuring a selection of inputs and switchable desktop and bookshelf modes, these speakers give you clear, powerful sound in any space. Use the tone control knob to adjust the sound, beginning with the transparent quality you expect from professional studio monitors, then gradually adding more excitement with boom-ier bass and added sparkle. Whether you’re using them for business, pleasure or both, Mackie CR3.5 may be the only speakers you ever need.
Reviews:
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good small monitor speakers with multiple setup options
These are pretty good small monitor speakers. I actually expected them to be a little bigger, but for their size the sound is pretty good. One speaker is powered and contains all the controls, and the other speaker is a "satellite" connected by a supplied set of speaker wires. You can set whether your powered speaker is on the left or right, and you can select "bookshelf" or "desktop", each selection giving you a slightly different tone. Inputs to the speakers are all via the powered speaker and can be either two 1/4 inch plugs, 2 phono plugs, or one stereo 3.5 mm plug. There are volume and tone controls on the front of the powered speaker, as well as a headphone jack. I have the speakers connected as a separate monitor from my mixing board. The sound for these is good, but even with the bass enhancement tone they still sound small, and the top end sounds a little gritty. I'm still experimenting a bit. In a way there's a certain disadvantage to having all the tone and volume options, because it's difficult to arrive at what might be a satisfying "flat" tone.
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT, great reference speakers
Before I say anything about these... I've seen initial reviews of this new version of the Mackie 3.5, talking about lack of bass. Yes, of COURSE. They are 3.5 inch speakers. They are not lacking bass in any way - they have exactly the amount of bass they should have - and more. Want more bass? Mackie offers what I assume is an equal quality matched subwoofer to go with these.All that having been said - these are GREAT speakers - not only in tone, but in power. When I first got them home, I apologized to the wife, plugged them in in the livingroom, jacked in my phone and fired up a little Cut The Cake and Bang A Gong - just to put them through their paces. And holy smokes are they LOUD when you want them to be! (Even made the wife smile - maybe Mackie should use that as a sales slogan.)Next, I brought them into the studio and put some more serious program - that I'm very familiar with - through them... and they make GREAT reference speakers. I pumped them up pretty loud, and they weren't breaking up one bit, even at a volume you'd find uncomfortable.They come with a bunch of settings that are useful, and have a great work/play knob. (Work=flat. Play=boosts the lows and the crisp highs.) Also include multiple cables for different applications.Lastly, the construction on these is solid. Really nice textured finish on the cabinets, plus a front facing volume control and headphone jack.Whether you're a gamer or someone with studio - of just someone who wants really decent sound out of their device... I can't recommend these highly enough.
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Mackie CR3.5 3.5-inch Powered Studio Monitors
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Mackie CR3.5 3.5-inch Powered Studio Monitors
AED86073
Quantity:
Order today to get by 7-14 business days
This item qualifies for free delivery
Imported From: United States
At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.
BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.
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If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.
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BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.
All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.
All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.
Description:
Mackie CR3.5 Creative Reference Powered Studio Monitors combine professional-quality sound with a tone shaping knob for moving from studio reference to casual listening to party mode. Featuring a selection of inputs and switchable desktop and bookshelf modes, these speakers give you clear, powerful sound in any space. Use the tone control knob to adjust the sound, beginning with the transparent quality you expect from professional studio monitors, then gradually adding more excitement with boom-ier bass and added sparkle. Whether you’re using them for business, pleasure or both, Mackie CR3.5 may be the only speakers you ever need.
Reviews:
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good small monitor speakers with multiple setup options
These are pretty good small monitor speakers. I actually expected them to be a little bigger, but for their size the sound is pretty good. One speaker is powered and contains all the controls, and the other speaker is a "satellite" connected by a supplied set of speaker wires. You can set whether your powered speaker is on the left or right, and you can select "bookshelf" or "desktop", each selection giving you a slightly different tone. Inputs to the speakers are all via the powered speaker and can be either two 1/4 inch plugs, 2 phono plugs, or one stereo 3.5 mm plug. There are volume and tone controls on the front of the powered speaker, as well as a headphone jack. I have the speakers connected as a separate monitor from my mixing board. The sound for these is good, but even with the bass enhancement tone they still sound small, and the top end sounds a little gritty. I'm still experimenting a bit. In a way there's a certain disadvantage to having all the tone and volume options, because it's difficult to arrive at what might be a satisfying "flat" tone.
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT, great reference speakers
Before I say anything about these... I've seen initial reviews of this new version of the Mackie 3.5, talking about lack of bass. Yes, of COURSE. They are 3.5 inch speakers. They are not lacking bass in any way - they have exactly the amount of bass they should have - and more. Want more bass? Mackie offers what I assume is an equal quality matched subwoofer to go with these.All that having been said - these are GREAT speakers - not only in tone, but in power. When I first got them home, I apologized to the wife, plugged them in in the livingroom, jacked in my phone and fired up a little Cut The Cake and Bang A Gong - just to put them through their paces. And holy smokes are they LOUD when you want them to be! (Even made the wife smile - maybe Mackie should use that as a sales slogan.)Next, I brought them into the studio and put some more serious program - that I'm very familiar with - through them... and they make GREAT reference speakers. I pumped them up pretty loud, and they weren't breaking up one bit, even at a volume you'd find uncomfortable.They come with a bunch of settings that are useful, and have a great work/play knob. (Work=flat. Play=boosts the lows and the crisp highs.) Also include multiple cables for different applications.Lastly, the construction on these is solid. Really nice textured finish on the cabinets, plus a front facing volume control and headphone jack.Whether you're a gamer or someone with studio - of just someone who wants really decent sound out of their device... I can't recommend these highly enough.
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