Mackie CR3.5BT Aktiv studiomonitor 2 st

Compact 3.5" Powered Studio Monitors with Bluetooth and Tone Control

The Mackie CR3.5BT brings reference-grade monitoring to compact desks and living rooms. Built as a two-speaker solution for work and play, the pair combines a 3.5" woven woofer with a silk dome tweeter driven by 50 W of bi-amplified Class A/B amplification. This model suits creators who want accurate tracking and mixing in a small footprint without giving up Bluetooth convenience.

What Sets This Pair Apart in the Compact Monitor Category

Two features stand out: a front-panel tone control with Work and Play positions, and a hardware location switch that adapts the response for desktop or bookshelf use. The active speaker routes signal to the passive unit through a dedicated output.

Amplification and Frequency Response — Reference Sound at Low Volumes

Bi-amplified Class A/B topology gives each driver its own power stage, keeping transients tight and stereo imaging stable across the 70 Hz – 20 kHz range.

• Amplifier Type: Bi-amplified Class A/B — separate power stages for woofer and tweeter reduce distortion
• Total Power: 50 W RMS — enough headroom for near-field mixing in small rooms
• Frequency Range: 70 Hz – 20 kHz — covers the full musical spectrum for tracking and reference playback
• Max SPL: 97 dB — comfortable monitoring levels without strain

Inputs, Outputs, and Connectivity — Hook Up Anything

Three analog inputs cover audio interfaces, mixers, and consumer devices, while Bluetooth adds wireless streaming from phones, tablets, and laptops.

• Wired Inputs: 6.3 mm TRS, 3.5 mm TRS, RCA — connect audio interfaces, mixers, or turntables without adapters
• Wireless Input: Bluetooth — pair a phone or laptop for cable-free playback from across the room
• Headphone Output: Front-panel 3.5 mm — automatically mutes the speakers for late-night sessions
• EQ: No built-in DSP EQ — flat response out of the box, shaped via the front-panel tone knob

Drivers, Cabinet, and Physical Specs — Compact Footprint, Solid Build

The 3.5" woven woofer and silk dome tweeter sit in a ported cabinet. A metal grille shields the tweeter, and the concave woofer cone resists damage.

• Woofer: 3.5" woven composite — light and stiff for tight low-end in a small cabinet
• Tweeter: Silk dome with metal grille — smooth high-frequency response without harshness
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 206 × 140 × 180 mm — fits beside a laptop or on a monitor stand
• Weight (pair): 3.7 kg — light enough to reposition between desktop and bookshelf setups

Who Should Choose This Pair

Content creators, podcasters, and remote workers will find a single monitor pair for tracking, editing, gaming, and music streaming. This pair is the right choice for creators who need accurate reference sound and Bluetooth convenience in a compact package. The tone control knob makes the pair equally useful for flat mix decisions and bass-heavy listening. Bluetooth removes cable clutter, while the wired TRS and RCA inputs keep the pair compatible with audio interfaces and DJ gear.

Mackie — Pro Audio Since 1988

Mackie has been designing professional audio tools in Woodinville, Washington since 1988, building a reputation for mixers, monitors, and live-sound gear used in studios worldwide. The CR series brings that heritage into the home creator market, packing genuine studio features into compact cabinets at accessible prices.