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Active Nearfield Studio Monitor

  • Equipped with: 3.5" glass fibre aramid woofer, 1" fabric dome tweeter
  • Power: 66 W total
  • Frequency range: 70 - 33.000 Hz
  • max. SPL: 104 dB
  • Class-D amplifier
  • Adjustable HF/LF
  • Level control
  • NF shelf filter
  • Bluetooth Classic 5.3 A2DP
  • Line inputs: 6.3 mm balanced jack, RCA, 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 140 x 205 x 159 mm
  • Weight: 4.5 kg
  • Contents of delivery: 1 pair
  • Available since June 2025
  • Item number 603241
  • Sales Unit 1 pair(s)
  • Speaker size 1x 3,5", 1x 1"
  • Amplifier power per unit (RMS) 66 W
  • Magnetic Shielding No
  • Analogue XLR Input Yes
  • Analogue Input (Jack) Yes
  • Analogue Input (Mini Jack) No
  • Analogue Input (RCA) Yes
  • Digital input No
  • Manual frequency correction Yes
  • Frequency range min. 0 Hz
  • Frequency range max. 0 Hz
  • Dimensions in mm 140 x 205 x 159
  • Speaker Hous8ing - Woofer System Bassreflex
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Small, yellow, and loud

The KRK Kreate 3 comprises a pair of compact two-way studio monitors with Bluetooth functionality and an integrated bass reflex port, featuring a 3.5" driver with a yellow composite diaphragm made of glass fibre-reinforced aramid for woofer and midrange duties, paired with a 1" fabric dome tweeter that sits safely behind a perforated metal grille. The characteristic combination of low mass, high rigidity, and internal damping of the yellow KRK diaphragm delivers a clear and well-controlled response in the low and mid frequencies, which is reflected, among other aspects, in the notably smooth group delays below 100Hz. All of the active electronics are housed in the left speaker, while the right unit receives its signal through the passive connection cable included in the package, creating a tidy and efficient setup.

KRK Kreate 3

Even the bats will hear it

The KRK Kreate 3 reaches high frequencies up to 33kHz, a range beyond human hearing that nonetheless contributes to a particularly clean, precisely defined reproduction in the audible band up to roughly 21kHz. The bass response extends to around 70Hz, a limit set by the compact housing, yet still gives a sense of weight through a focused boost around 100Hz that adds noticeable low-end presence. An integrated Class D amplifier delivers 32.5W per speaker, enabling the system to reach a remarkable sound pressure level (SPL) of 104dB at full volume, which is exceptionally high for monitors of this size. The KRK Kreate 3 is offered exclusively as a matched pair.

KRK Kreate 3, detail

Bluetooth-ready

The KRK Kreate 3 will suit anyone seeking compact stereo monitoring at an accessible price, offering sound control tailored for near-field use and performing best at listening distances of roughly one metre. Two shelving filters allow gentle adaptation to match the acoustics of the room, with bass and treble adjustable by ±2dB and applied simultaneously to both speakers. The left speaker provides a flexible range of connections, including balanced 6.3mm TRS inputs for audio interfaces, an unbalanced RCA input for HiFi gear, and a 3.5mm AUX input for quick, wired use with mobile devices. The ability to stream audio via Bluetooth in turn adds a convenient, modern option that works seamlessly with smartphones and other wireless sources.

KRK Kreate 3, rear

About KRK

The KRK Systems brand, today a subsidiary of US guitar manufacturer Gibson, has existed since 1986, and has acquired as many years of experience in the construction and design of studio monitors. Today, KRK's product range has extended to include subwoofers and headphones, in addition to their near- and midfield monitors. KRK adepts include such illustrious names as Mark "Spike" Stent (Ed Sheeran’s sound engineer), Grammy winner Ed Cherney, rock producer Jacquire King, rock and metal producer Ulrich Wild as well as trance DJ Armin van Buuren.

Impressive connectivity

The KRK Kreate 3 provides flexible connection options that make it easy to integrate into a wide range of living or working environments, fitting especially well into compact or minimalist setups often used by YouTubers and podcasters. As an honest monitoring speaker for video editing or as a straightforward desk speaker, the KRK Kreate 3 provides a bass response that is sufficient for many everyday applications while remaining clear and controlled. For users who produce electronic music or regularly work with bass-heavy material, adding a subwoofer becomes a sensible choice, as it not only relieves the compact Kreate 3 in the lower frequencies but also adds a significant downward expansion to the overall reproduction range, creating a fuller and more balanced system.

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Small and mighty
brazenbull 17.10.2025
Bought these mainly for listening to tech/jazz/death metal in a lossless format, and they're great. I have discovered new sides of already beloved songs. I can hear every detail, every cymbal, every brush, every cowbell, how stretched the snare drum is for a particular song, etc. The bass is quite punchy, and the sound is juicy with the right mix. They're great also from 4m away and at 80% volume, though they punch through the sound insulation of an old house. Not great for MP3, as one might expect. Combined with an AirPlay receiver (mikebrady/shairport-sync) and Spotifyd installed on a Linux server, it turned into a pretty decent wireless listening setup.
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Absoluter Preis-Leistungs-Hammer für Content Creator & Studios oder Musikhören!
FLYV!BE_Media 20.09.2025
Als Gründer einer jungen Werbeagentur (FLYV!BE Media) baue ich mir gerade mein eigenes Content-Studio auf. Da ich aus meiner Zeit als DJ bereits sehr gute Erfahrungen mit KRK-Monitoren gemacht habe, fiel die Wahl für den Start auf die neuen KRK Kreate 3. Die Lieferung und die absolut sichere, vorbildliche Verpackung von Thomann waren schon mal der erste Pluspunkt!

Nach dem Auspacken war ich schlichtweg begeistert. Die Monitore fühlen sich absolut nach mehr an als nur 159,00 €. Die Materialanmutung und Verarbeitungsqualität sind auf einem Niveau, bei dem ich auch bereit wäre, 159,00 € pro Stück zu bezahlen – hier bekommt man ein ganzes Paar für diesen unglaublichen Preis!

Klanglich liefern sie den klaren, definierten Sound, den ich von KRK kenne und schätze. Aber die modernen Features machen sie für mich als Content Creator besonders wertvoll: Die Bluetooth-Konnektivität ist extrem praktisch, um schnell das Smartphone zu verbinden, sei es für den Soundcheck eines Videos oder um einfach Musik zu hören. Das allerbeste Sahnestück ist jedoch der automatische Standby-Modus. Man muss nicht umständlich hinter die Lautsprecher greifen, um sie auszuschalten. Das beleuchtete KRK-Logo an der Front erlischt nach kurzer Zeit der Inaktivität und signalisiert den Standby – einfach genial und stromsparend.

Fazit:
Die KRK Kreate 3 sind eine uneingeschränkte Kaufempfehlung für jeden, der ein Homestudio aufbaut, sei es für Musik- oder Videoproduktion. Die Kombination aus professionellem Sound, hochwertiger Verarbeitung und smarten Features wie Bluetooth und Auto-Standby ist für diesen Preis unschlagbar. Ich bin so überzeugt, dass ich mein Studio in Zukunft definitiv mit den größeren KRK Kreate 8 von Thomann erweitern werde. Ein kurzes Review-Video dazu wird auch bald auf meinem TikTok-Kanal (@!
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Klein und fein
Evildrummer666 08.07.2025
Habe die Boxen für meinen Sohn in Kombination mit einem Behringer UMC22 gekauft um ein paar musikalische Ideen aufzunehmen.

Für Homerecording einwandfrei.

Und auch als einfache Boxen zum wiedergeben von Sounds aus Computerspielen sind sie sehr gut geeignet.
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Parfait pour petit Set-Up
Donzag 07.11.2025
Parfait pour un petit bureau et pas beaucoup de place. En appartement c'est bien assez de volume.
C'est mieux s'ils sont mis en hauteur pour éviter tout type de vibration.
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