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Mackie CR4-XBT Review
Mackie CR4-XBT

Main Features

  • 0.75" Dome Tweeter
  • 4" Polypropylene Woofer
  • 65-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • 25-watt RMS( 50-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • N/A Max Depth / N/A Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 4.2 Bluetooth
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 8.75"x6.125"x8.5" / 222.3 x 155.6 x 215.9mm
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Mackie CR4-XBT Review

Mackie CR4-XBT is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Mackie. Mackie CR4-XBT's built-in amplifier provides 25-watt RMS( 50-watt Peak). The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Mackie CR4-XBT to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 0.75" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Polypropylene Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 65-20k Hz. Mackie CR4-XBT has an MSRP of 170$ per pair.

What are the speakers in Mackie's CR Series?

Mackie CR4-XBT is a member of Mackie's CR series of Powered speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Mackie CR Series Speakers
Model Frequency Watts RMSMax Depth / Sample Rate Woofer
Mackie CR4-XBT
65-20k Hz 25-wattN/A/N/AΩ 1 x 4"
Mackie CR3-XBT
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80-20k Hz 25-wattN/A/N/AΩ 1 x 3"


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What is the Frequency Response of the Mackie CR4-XBT speaker?

Mackie CR4-XBT has a Frequency response range of 65-20k Hz. At a minimum frequency of 65 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from Mackie CR4-XBT. Unfortunately, the Mackie CR4-XBT doesn't have a subwoofer out so it is not possible to pair it with a subwoofer to extend the bass response of your system. Here we have a comparison of how Mackie CR4-XBT's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.

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Mackie CR4-XBT Back View
Mackie CR4-XBT Back View

Handheld Remote

Mackie CR4-XBT comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Mackie CR4-XBT employs Built-in 4.2 Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops. Mackie CR4-XBT can playback up to N/A / N/A with compatible devices.

Inputs and Outputs

  • RCA Input
  • Headphone Jack: 3.5mm

Mackie CR4-XBT External Dimensions and Weight

Mackie CR4-XBT has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 8.75 x 6.125 x 8.5inch (222.3 x 155.6 x 215.9mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Mackie CR4-XBT is approximately 335.9cm2 / 52.1inch2.

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Cabinet type and Materials

Mackie CR4-XBT has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Port Position

Mackie CR4-XBT is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

Wall Mounting

Mackie CR4-XBT doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

What's in the Box of Mackie CR4-XBT?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Mackie CR4-XBT:
  • Powered monitor w/ attached 5.5-feet power cord (C7 unpolarized)
  • Passive monitor
  • 6.5-feet Speaker wire
  • 5-feet Stereo mini to RCA cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty

    1 Year of parts warranty and 1 Year of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

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    Mackie CR4-XBT Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandMackie
    Full Model NameMackie CR4-XBT
    Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
    Frequency Response65-20k Hz
    Amplifier Specs
    Watts RMS25 watts
    Watts Max50 watts
    TypeClass D
    DAC Specs
    Max Digital Audio Bit DepthN/A
    Max Digital Audio Sample RateN/A
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size4-inch
    Woofer CompositionPolypropylene
    Tweeter Size0.75-inch
    Tweeter TypeDome
    Port Positionrear
    DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM
    Amazon AlexaNo
    Google AssistantNo
    Subwoofer OutputNo

    CONNECTIONS
    Ethernet PortNo
    USB PortNo
    Aux InputRCA
    Phono InputNo
    Digital InputNo
    HDMI InputNo
    Headphone Jack3.5mm
    BluetoothBuilt-in 4.2
    Wi-FiNo
    Wi-Fi BandsNo
    Wi-Fi BandsNo
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height222.3mm ( 8.75-inch)
    Width155.6mm ( 6.125-inch)
    Depth215.9mm ( 8.5-inch)
    Height222.3mm ( 8.75-inch)
    Weightkg ( lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    Mounting BracketNo
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty1 Year
    Labor Warranty1 Year
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