Mackie CR8 BT

The CR8 BT is the largest active monitor system in Mackie's CR Gen 3 Creative Reference range, designed for users who need greater low-frequency reach and longer listening distances than the smaller CR models can provide, without stepping into full-size studio monitors. Part of the third-generation CR series, the system pairs a powered speaker with a passive partner to deliver a balanced, monitoring-grade stereo setup that remains familiar to configure and easy to integrate. A Class D amplifier delivers 140W of total output, providing ample headroom for larger desks, multi-purpose studios, and small-to-medium rooms. With its extended low end, versatile analogue inputs, and front-panel controls, the CR8 BT offers increased scale and room coverage while keeping the sound focused and practical. Bluetooth audio adds convenient wireless playback from phones, tablets, or laptops.

Sitting at the top of Mackie's CR family of monitors, the CR8 BT offers the widest frequency range and greatest headroom in the series in a standalone stereo configuration. Its extended low-frequency reach reduces the immediate need for a subwoofer in many setups, particularly for general music production, gaming, and multimedia use. For users who require deeper sub-bass extension or more precise low-frequency control, the CR8 Gen 3 BT can also be paired with a CR8 BT subwoofer, forming a flexible 2.1 system that expands the system's range without changing the familiar CR voicing or workflow. This modular approach allows the CR system to scale naturally with room size and listening needs, from focused nearfield work to more spacious, immersive playback.