
The CR3's are built using only premium, high-performance components and featuring convenient front-panel controls, Mackie Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors deliver professional sound quality and features perfect for work, play and everything in between. The studio-quality design and sound and performance makes it ideal for multimedia creation and entertainment. The CR3 is made from professional-grade components for optimized sonic performance. You can choose which side of your desk gets the volume knob with CR3´s convenient speaker placement switch. The front panel volume knob with lit power ring gives you on/off/volume control and power indication where you need it. The front-facing auxiliary input allows you to plug your smartphone or other source right into the front of the speakers and listen instantly. As well as the auxiliary input, The CR3 features a dedicated front-facing headphone jack that auto-defeats speaker output and provides tactile headphone volume control.

The main features of the CR3 include:
Mackie CR3 (pair)This is a good simulation for car speakers and stereo systems, the limit between the bass and the treble is very agressive, it makes it useful for electronic music and hip hop. Be aware when mixing with it, it is not neutral at all. I use it for secondary speakers.