Description:
Product Description
The KRK CL5G3-NA Black is a professional nearfield audio monitor designed for critical mixing and reference listening in studios. Featuring a 2-way active configuration, 5" (12.7cm) glass-aramid composite woofer, 1" (2.54cm) soft-dome textile tweeter, 50W RMS total power (30W low, 20W high), bi-amplified Class AB amplifier, 43Hz-40kHz frequency response, 104dB maximum SPL, bass-reflex enclosure, slotted front port, optimized waveguide, adjustable LF and HF EQ, integrated automatic limiter, +2dB KRK Bass Boost option, XLR, 1/4" TRS, and RCA inputs, factory isolation foam pad, low-noise enclosure, 4.9 kg (10.7 lbs) weight, 190 x 285 x 241mm (7.5 x 11.2 x 9.5") dimensions, 3-year limited manufacturer warranty, sold per unit (pair recommended), the KRK CL5G3-NA Black is the perfect solution for professional mixing and mastering.
Professional Drivers: Reference Precision
5" Aramid Woofer + 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
The KRK CL5G3-NA features:
- 5" (12.7cm) glass-aramid woofer: Clear reproduction of mids and lows
- 1" (2.54cm) soft-dome textile tweeter: Smooth high frequencies up to 40kHz
- 43Hz-40kHz response: Full range for professional mixing
- Optimized waveguide: Precise sound in a flexible listening position
- Low-noise enclosure: Minimal coloration and distortion
Bi-amplified Power: Controlled Performance
Class AB with Automatic Limiter
The KRK CL5G3-NA offers:
- Bi-amplified Class AB amplifier: 30W low, 20W high
- 50W RMS total power: Clean and controlled performance
- Automatic limiter: Protects against unexpected peaks
- High headroom: Low noise and minimal distortion
- 104dB maximum SPL: Sufficient for critical listening
Flexible EQ: Room Adaptation
LF and HF Controls + Optional KRK Bass Boost
The KRK CL5G3-NA provides:
- LF (Low Frequency) EQ: Bass adjustment for room acoustics
- HF (High Frequency) EQ: Highs adjustment for personal preference
- Optional +2dB KRK Bass Boost: Signature KRK sound
- Flat response by default: For critical and precise mixing
- Versatility: Adaptable to different studio environments
Nearfield Design: Precise Listening
Slotted Front Port and Isolation
The KRK CL5G3-NA includes:
- Slotted front port: Reduces bass buildup
- Isolation foam pad: Improves sound clarity
- Resonance-free enclosure: Minimizes distortion
- Nearfield design: Ideal for nearfield mixing
- Flexible placement: Works in different positions
Universal Connectivity: Multiple Options
XLR, 1/4" TRS, and RCA
The KRK CL5G3-NA offers:
- Balanced XLR input: Standard professional connection
- Balanced 1/4" TRS input: Connection flexibility
- Unbalanced RCA input: Universal compatibility
- Rear controls: Volume, LF, and HF
- Standard IEC cable: Universal power supply
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | KRK CL5G3-NA |
| Type | 2-way active professional monitor |
| Application | Critical mixing, mastering, reference listening |
| Configuration | 2-way active nearfield |
| Enclosure | Bass-reflex |
| Woofer | 5" (12.7cm) glass-aramid composite |
| Tweeter | 1" (2.54cm) soft-dome textile |
| Total Power | 50W RMS |
| Woofer Power | 30W |
| Tweeter Power | 20W |
| Amplifier | Bi-amplified Class AB |
| Frequency Response | 43Hz - 40kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 104 dB |
| Protections | Automatic limiter |
| LF (Low Frequency) EQ | Adjustable for room acoustics |
| HF (High Frequency) EQ | Adjustable for personal preference |
| KRK Bass Boost | +2dB optional |
| Waveguide | Optimized for precision |
| Front Port | Slotted to reduce bass buildup |
| Isolation | Factory foam pad |
| XLR Input | Balanced 3-pin |
| 1/4" TRS Input | Balanced |
| RCA Input | Unbalanced |
| Rear Controls | Volume, LF, HF |
| Power Supply | Standard IEC cable |
| Width | 190mm (7.5") |
| Height | 285mm (11.2") |
| Depth | 241mm (9.5") |
| Weight | 4.9 kg (10.7 lbs) |
| Finish | Black |
| Warranty | 3-year limited manufacturer warranty |
| Sales | Per unit (pair recommended) |
Ideal for
The KRK CL5G3-NA Black is ideal for professional music producers, studio mixing engineers, professional audio mastering, electronic music producers, post-production sound engineers, composers and arrangers, audio and music educators, audio engineering students, individuals seeking critical and precise mixing, users who value reference accuracy, audio technicians requiring nearfield listening, and any application requiring professional audio monitoring with precision, clarity, and flat response.