KRK Brochure Monitor

STUDIO MONITORING SOLUTIONS
KRK SYSTEMS
KRK Systems is one of the worlds most respected manufacturers of studio
reference monitors. We achieved and have maintained this position by focusing
on accuracy, honesty and balanced spectral response with the goal of making
it possible for recording engineers to hear every nuance of the audio being
reproduced. KRK monitors are tools that are cherished by their owners as partners
in crafting great music and mixes.
For over a quarter of a century, we have been driven by a design philosophy of
precision, transparency, and flat response. Our products deliver on this promise
through a combination of solid design and technical innovation. We were among
the first manufacturers to take a quantum leap in woofer performance through
the use of Kevlar. Our VXT monitors are constructed from a remarkable material
that allows for its diffraction-reducing shape while increasing internal cabinet
volume for better low frequency extension. The pinnacle of audio performance,
the KRK Expose E8B uses composite materials that provide the ultimate in detail
and accuracy. We were among the first to introduce active (powered) monitors
that precisely match amplifiers and electronics with the transducer elements.
These are all examples of innovations that produce tangible acoustic benefits, not
a pursuit of the latest trends or fads. Our focus is your mix, and every monitor,
headphone and room correction system delivers on this commitment.
When you choose KRK, you join a family of elite producers, composers, performers
and engineers that rely on KRK products to deliver accurate sound reproduction
and acoustic precision, day in and day out. The signature yellow woofer of a KRK
monitor tells the world that you and your monitor are true to the mix and true
to your craft. KRK studio monitors enable you to confidently make the critical
decisions that impact the music and audio program material the world listens to.
Our Focus. Your Mix.
A SAMPLE OF USERS
Eric Clapton Sting Eddie Van Halen Hans Zimmer Billy Joel Ozzy Osbourne Metallica Stevie Wonder Timbaland Boyz II Men
Jacquire King Rodney Darkchild Jerkins Daniel Porter Cenzo Townshend Mike Shipley Ryan Hewitt David Bascombe
Hit Factory American Film Institute Galaxy Studios Sony Music Fox Feature Film Division Abbey Road Studios
Skywalker Sound Jim Henson Studios
Chestnut Studios, London
KNS SERIES
Using professional monitors in an acoustically correct studio is ideal for recording, mixing and mastering - but there are times when portability, sound isolation and
freedom from your environments acoustic limitations are the priority. At KRK, our passion is monitoring, whether the monitor is on the console or on your head.
Being able to discern the most subtle differences in pitch, timbre and tone helps you to get it right every mix, every take, every performance. KRK Headphones
provide a precise listening experience that takes you from personal studio to commercial studio to on-the-go track evaluations and they allow you to evaluate and
enjoy your music with the consistent voicing philosophy and honest reproduction top producers, studio musicians, performers and engineers have come to trust.
Whether you are listening to some tracks, or tracking your next recording, the KNS series gives you the famous KRK sound in a closed-back around-the-ear design
with highly isolated surround pads. Having One Voice that consistently gives you accurate reproduction of your music or mix will help you achieve just what the
artist intended -- especially when the artist is you.
The first thing I noticed was the comfort...just great. Then I was extremely impressed with the sound quality...clear and
natural. What struck me was how they didnt sound as much like headphones, but more like KRK studio monitors. The more
I use KRK, from the headphones to my V8s to my E8s...what I have come to expect and enjoy is the extremely accurate and
consistent reproduction of sound. Just fantastic!
EXPOS E8B
The KRK Expos E8B is the flagship of KRKs product line. Dollar for dollar, mix for mix Expos E8B blends technology and form to achieve a level of clarity and sonic
accuracy that is unprecedented. This mid-field monitor utilizes two discrete high-power Class A/AB power amplifiers one each for the tweeter and woofer
with symmetrical heat sinks built into the sides of the cabinet for cool, reliable operation. These two amplifiers are perfectly mated to the exceptional transducer
complement. The high frequencies are reproduced using a revolutionary tweeter made of beryllium and aluminum (AlBeMet). This advanced composite material
delivers smooth and incredibly detailed highs, thanks to the strength and ultra-low mass of this amazing tweeter. This high-frequency performance is teamed with
a signature KRK yellow multilayered Kevlar/Rohacell woofer. The Kevlar/Rohacell sandwich provides strength and stiffness without excess mass, resulting in bass
and transients that are tight, punchy, and true to life and your mix. These components are housed in a stunning, highly functional enclosure that features thick,
non-parallel, internal walls that help eliminate standing waves, a non-slip, sound absorbing rubberized base, and magnetic shielding for use in close proximity
to video monitors. The Expos E8B is the pinnacle of studio monitor performance and reinforces KRKs reputation as a manufacturer of premium studio reference
monitors.
Johnny A.
Guitar Virtuoso/ Blues Artist of the Year 2010
With KRK Expose I was looking for a pair of speakers that were
consistent, and were easy to carry with me, that had enough
power to allow me to turn them up and be able to fill the control
room with music, but also a speaker that I could turn down and
get musical balances, and know that what I was hearing in the
studio I was also taking home. And it was a speaker I just bonded
with right away.
Ed Cherney
KNS8400 / KNS6400
Grammy and TEC award winning producer and engineer
Sensitivity / Efficiency:
97 dB SPL @1mW / 95dB SPL @1mW
Freq Response:
5Hz-23 kHz / 10Hz-22 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.1%
Rated Impedance: 36 ohms
Ambient Noise Isolation:
Up to 30 dBA / Up to 26 dBA
EXPOS TECH NOTE:
The E8Bs massive woofer construction is that of a

multi-layered sandwich, consisting of two layers
of Kevlar with a layer of Rohacell in between. The
woofers construction reduces distortion for greater
signal reproduction accuracy.
Expos E8B
KNS TECH NOTE:
KNS8400 features a detachable / replaceable sleek profile in-line high quality
volume control, and ear cushions with acoustic memory foam.
An innovative headphone acoustical system brings a

new level of headphone performance. Replaceable
components for long life.
1 AlBeMET (aluminum/beryllium) Inverted Dome Tweeter

8 Dual Layer Kevlar/Rohacell Woofer
Class A/AB Power Amplifiers / 240 watts
Freq Response: 40Hz 30kHz
Max Peak SPL: 115 dB
VXT SERIES
Professional recording studios, broadcast studios, serious project studios... these are demanding applications for any monitor. If you need more power, more
accuracy, more precision, more mounting options, look no further than KRKs VXT line. Drawing upon the design characteristics of our Expos E8B, the VXT product
family consists of the VXT8 near/mid-field, the VXT6 nearfield, and the VXT4 nearfield, with bass response that is remarkable for such a compact cabinet.
All three models have a visually striking enclosure made out of structural foam. This material increases speaker performance by reducing cabinet resonance while
improving structural integrity. Due to its rigidity, this material allows the VXT to have more interior volume than other similarly sized speakers, which results in
extended low-frequency response. The VXTs sleek curvature provides excellent imaging and a wider sweet spot giving engineers greater freedom to accurately
work their mix across the whole desk. Integrated in the front, the slotted bass port effectively minimizes port turbulence. The domed tweeter is made from true
silk for fast transient response. The low distortion woofer design features a stiff and lightweight cone with a robust motor to control high dynamic peak excursion,
while delivering tight and accurate bass. Both transducers have vented formers to remove heat and reduce the effects of power compression enabling these
monitors to maintain their sonic signature hour after hour, day after day. With uncompromising attention to detail that includes tamper resistant switch covers,
integrated mounting support, optional front grills and more, the VXT Series is an outstanding choice for a broad range of monitoring applications.
What I like about the KRK VXT is two-fold: The Kevlar woofer is a wonderful thing; it gives and takes as
demanded by the music. The silk tweeter gives you a little more separation between the minute frequencies.
I monitor at whisper-quiet levels to downright loud, and theres no ear-fatigue at all. I dont know how you can make that
accurate of a speaker at the price range you do!
Dan Spitz
Executive Recording & Mix Engineer / Lead Guitar - Anthrax
VXT TECH NOTE:
High density / low resonance CAD optimized enclosure

with complex shapes and non-parallel walls for
improved structural integrity and rigidity resulting in
an extended low-end response.
VXT 4
VXT 6
VXT 8
1 Silk Dome Ferrite Tweeter

4 Woven Kevlar Woofer
Class A/B Power Amplifiers / 45 watts
Freq Response: 66Hz - 22kHz
Max Peak SPL: 107dB

Max Peak SPL: 111dB

ROKIT POWERED
Just because your budget is smaller than that of a mega-studio doesnt mean you dont deserve a great set of monitors. For years, KRK Rokit
monitors have provided accurate sound for small personal, project as well as pro studios. The Rokit family brings KRK quality monitoring to
the masses.
KRK Rokit 5s are true and consistent -- not hyped sounding. They also make you work for a great result which I like.
When the mix is sounding huge on them -- then I know Im finished.
Jacquire King
All Rokits feature curved edges to prevent problems caused by early sound wave reflections of a traditional box enclosure. This results in a
better image in a wider area so even with small head movements you are always getting the best sound-staging. Rokit G2s also feature a
great looking cabinet with a front-firing bass port and a glass-aramid composite woofer for tight, punchy bass. The soft-domed tweeters
provide silky-smooth high-frequency response that does not fatigue. Dual high-power amplifiers in each speaker and active crossovers
provide solid power and crystal-clear detail. And Rokits are easy to connect in any desktop or studio environment by offering the flexibility
of RCA/Phono, and XLR inputs.This latest evolution in the Rokit series features an incredibly accurate response curve , and delivers
professional level studio monitor performance at an incredibly affordable price.
The newest addition to the family, the Rokit RP10-3, is a Mid-field 3-way monitor system in a compact form factor and at a breakthrough
price that delivers loud and accurate sound reproduction to satisfy professional needs. The RP10-3 will suit commercial facilities in need
of more capable mid-fields as well as space and budget conscious private studios. The high SPL output makes it capable of handling
challenging high dynamic tracks for all genres of music. The Rokit RP10-3 offers location flexibility by placing the tweeter and midrange
in a unique rotatable housing. Whether they are vertical, placed on their side or wall mounted the proper orientation of the acoustic axis
can be maintained!
Record Producer, Mixer, and Engineer
ROKIT TECH NOTE:
Front-firing port provides low freq extension without

boundary coupling. Radically curved front plate
design virtually eliminates diffraction distortion.
The tweeter and midrange housing rotates for horizontal placement.
Need Rokit Powered performance in a passive configuration? Check out the KRK R6 at www.krksys.com
Rokit 5 G2
Rokit 6 G2
Rokit 8 G2
Rokit 10-3
1 Soft Dome Tweeter

5 Glass Aramid Composite Woofer
1 Soft Dome Tweeter

1 Soft Dome Tweeter

1 Soft Dome Tweeter

4 Glass Aramid Composite Midrange
POWERED SUBWOOFERS
Surround sound mixing and todays bass-heavy music demand accurate sound reproduction in the bass frequencies. Subwoofers allow you to use smaller main
monitors, make it possible to monitor the essential low frequency range and can be a great solution for space-challenged control rooms or mixing environments.
When dealing with subsonic frequencies -- if they cannot be heard accurately they cannot be mixed accurately.
Ive always loved having a sub to wow record companies or artists when playing back a song or mix. The truth is, most subs
are only good for that purpose and are not accurate enough to work with when making a record. The KRK12s changed that.
Its very accurate and actually makes my Exposes sound even better!
The KRK12sHO powered subwoofer is the perfect High Output choice for professional studios, where ultra-accurate bass extension and maximum sound levels
are required. Powered by a massive 400 watt amplifier and a strengthened version of our signature Kevlar woofer with ultra dense rigid multilayer dust cap, the
KRK12sHO is the no-compromise way to hear what is happening in the depths of your mix, capable of generating 123dB of SPL.
Martin Harrington
Writer / Producer
The KRK12s powered subwoofer is an ideal complement to KRK VXT series, KRK Rokit series, or any other 6-10 studio monitor. The KRK12s is designed to extend
the response of an existing monitor system so that the low-frequency portion of the mix can be engineered. The KRK12s features the powerful accurate and low
distortion sound that is the hallmark of all KRK monitor systems. An efficient and low distortion 240-watt amplifier makes the KRK12s perfect for project and
professional studio applications that require increased signal pressure.
SUBWOOFER TECH NOTE:
KRK Subwoofers offer high dynamic range

amplifiers for stereo and surround applications. KRK
12 models are equipped with low-frequency effect
(LFE) capabilities. All are suitable for any music
genre, game development and motion picture
soundtracks.
The KRK10s powered subwoofer has a smaller form factor than the 12 models and is a great addition in a studio running KRK Rokit, VXT or any other 4-8 studio
monitor. The KRK10s subwoofer also features a great looking cabinet that echoes the curved edges of the Rokit and VXT monitors. The front-firing bass port and
KRKs signature yellow glass-aramid composite woofer ensure accurate and powerful low-end punch.
All KRK subwoofers allow use of an

external footswitch to bypass the
subwoofer.
KRK10s
KRK12s
KRK12sHO

150 Watts RMS powered subwoofer for studio use
Freq Response: 34Hz 50Hz to 130Hz Variable
Class A/B Power Amplifier / 150 Watts Continuous
12 Kevlar Woofer
Freq Response: 32Hz - 139Hz (left / right inputs)
Max Peak SPL: 119.5 dB
12 woven Kevlar High Performance woofer

Freq Response: 29.2Hz - 60Hz - 160Hz (left / right inputs), 29.1Hz - 211Hz (LFE input)

ERGO
A great mix starts with a great recording room. But when it comes to achieving the most accurate mix, your room may have the upper hand. Like any room, your
studios acoustics include offending frequencies and room reflections, and none of these are helping your mix. Getting a handle on these problems has traditionally
meant the installation of soft foam or fabrics, and thats a great start. But now you can get even closer to a perfect room, and a perfect mix, because the future
of studio sound is here, and its called ERGO.
Hear the difference

KRK, long known for highly accurate studio monitors brings you ERGO (Enhanced Room Geometry Optimization). ERGO is an audio recording interface / room
correction system designed to measure and analyze phase/frequency problems within a listening environment. The powerful digital signal processor in the ERGO
unit processes audio to correct for the offending issues. So, you can stop worrying about your studios acoustics and start focusing on your mix! ERGOs high-end
sound quality makes it perfect for the discriminating audio professional, while the affordable price puts it within reach of the typical recording hobbyist. Every
studio needs an ERGO, because even the most accurate monitor in an imperfect room isnt going to solve mixing problems, but ERGO will. ERGO also makes your
mix translate from the studio to different environments.
ROOMPERFECT TECHNOLOGY
The sophisticated room analysis and correction system within ERGO, called RoomPerfect was developed by
Lyngdorf Audio in Denmark after many years of R&D work. The patented algorithm in the system compares
many measurements and corrects for phase and frequency problems using thousands of filters, not just a few.
The result is the most accurate mix. ERGO, analyze this!
Lyngdorf Audio utilizes some of the best audio engineers in the world to develop superior technology. Lyngdorf
Audio is the industry leader and cutting-edge digital audio company and we are proud to exclusively license
their technology.
The best approach

While many conventional room correction systems utilize simple analysis and limited bands of EQ (often fewer than 8), ERGO uses multiple measurements and
proprietary algorithms to create a 3D image of the room, and then applies 1024 dynamic filters to control the audio environment. Our 3D model allows users
to preserve the good characteristics of the room, while correcting the bad... ERGO doesnt color the sound or produce an artificially sterile environment. ERGO
produces the best mix for a given room; a mix that will translate better to other listening environments, since it was mixed in a perfect room.
No Room Correction
The Competitions Room Analysis
ERGOs Room Analysis
ERGOs Room Correction
Adding the ERGO to our setup has just further improved our experience with KRK by balancing our brand new studio without
having to discover and correct our rooms flaws through trial and error. It also helps to untie us from the studio by enabling
us to partially control any makeshift recording space we may end up in. I have a feeling that will be very useful with the
amount of time we spend on the road.
Manchester Orchestra
While conventional room correction systems utilize simple analysis and limited bands of EQ (often fewer than 8), ERGO
uses multiple measurements and proprietary algorithms to create a 3D image of the room, and then applies 1024
dynamic filters to control the audio environment. Our 3D model allows users to preserve the good characteristics
of the room, while correcting the bad... ERGO doesnt color the sound or produce an artificially sterile environment.
ERGO produces the best mix for a given room; a mix that will translate better to other listening environments, since
it was mixed in a perfect room
KRK USER PROFILES

KRK monitors are used worldwide in small project studios and world-class mixing rooms. KRKs are also found in numerous applications outside of recording,
including broadcast, corporate facilities and video post production. Whether you are a producer, engineer, musician or broadcaster -- KRK has products that fit your
style and your commitment to great sound.
The American Film Institute: Film Preservation & Education
The American Film Institute (AFI), founded in 1967, has been a quintessential force inspiring the exchange
of ideas between the entertainment and technology communities, especially in terms of digital media.
Intrinsic to digital media is high quality sound production, and this starts with quality monitoring
systems. Recently, AFI equipped 15 of their Editing Suites with 15 pairs of KRK Systems VXT4 studio
monitors after receiving a number of complaints from AFI Fellows about their previous speakers not
translating from one environment to the next. Editing Fellows at the AFI Conservatory are responsible to
post the sound on more than 80 films per year.
Daniel Levitin: REsearch
Daniel J. Levitin runs the Laboratory for Musical Perception, Cognition, and expertise at McGill University,
where he holds the James McGill Chair and the Bell Chair in the Psychology of Electronic Communication.
Before becoming a neuroscientist, he worked as a session musician, sounds engineer, and record
producer with artists such as Stevie Wonder and Blue yster Cult. He has published extensively in
scientific journals and music magazines such as Grammy and Billboard.
Ron Fair: Record Labels
Hot Chelle Rae: POP ROCK BAND
Currently riding a massive wave of millions of views on YouTube for the single Tonight, Tonight, the
band Hot Chelle Rae is destined for star status. Peaking on the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number seven
and now platinum Tonight, Tonight, offers bold, swaggering vocals, monster sing-along choruses,
crunching rock guitar and a propulsive rhythm section that just wont quit. For on-the-go band member
Nash Overstreet (lead guitar/vocals), KRK VXT4s monitors save the day with accurate, portable reference
monitoring for projects in any acoustic environment or situation. According to Overstreet, Having an
accurate mix/reference is crucial. Having monitors as small as the KRK VXT4s, which deliver great sound
WHILE being small enough to set up as studio reference monitors in a hotel room, green room or back
lounge of the bus is ideal.
Jacquire King: Producer
Talent, devotion and determination, youll find all three in Jacquire King. Born in Washington D.C., he
knew by the age of 18 that recording and mixing music was the only thing he wanted to do. Now hes
worked in cities around the world and is a multiple Grammy-winning record producer and mix engineer
working with some of the biggest names in music business. Most recently he shared in a 2009 Grammy
Award for Record of the Year with producer Angelo Petraglia for the Kings of Leons Use Somebody from
the bands release Only By the Night. Hes also worked with Tom Waits, Modest Mouse, Mutemath, Cold
War Kids, Norah Jones and Buddy Guy to name a few.
BOYZ II MEN : R&B LEGENDS
Over the past five years the Geffen Records Chairman has produced hits for Mary J. Blige, The Pussycat
Dolls, The Black Eyed Peas, and Keyshia Cole listening exclusively to KRKs. Fair tells us, KRKs are the
benchmark for me. In production, in final mixes, in casual listening sessions: it all leads back to KRKs.
I have brought them to mix rooms, mastering rooms and living rooms in order to establish that what
Im hearing Im hearing. KRKs are refined, pristeen, and analytical, while at the same time kick
serious ass, impress the hell out of artists, dazzle the promotion staff and deliver an unforgettable sonic
impression.
Celebrating their 20th Anniversary this year, legendary R&B group Boyz II Men redefined and
revolutionized the genre. The group has created some of the most celebrated songs and timeless classics
of the past two decades, and stands as one of the last truly iconic bands in the business. Their 13 Grammy
Awards are just the tip of the iceberg: throughout their 20-year career, Boyz II Men have also won a
whopping 16 American Music Awards, 9 Soul Train Awards, 3 MTV Awards, 3 Billboard Awards, and a
long-awaited 2012 star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Composed of Nate Morris, Wanya Morris, and
Shawn Stockman, Boyz II Men remains the best-selling R&B group of all time, with an astounding 64
million albums sold. And for Boyz II Men the hits just keep on comingthe group will release an
exclusive 20th Anniversary Album and continues to tour across the world.
Rodney Darkchild Jerkins: Songwriter/Producer
SONY ELECTRONICS, INC.: INNOVATORS
Rodney Darkchild Jerkins has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry including
Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, and Beyonce to name a few. By the age of ten,
Darkchild knew he wanted to be a producer and began landing garage-style production gigs. He
entered a professional studio at the age of sixteen working with Patti LaBelle, and hasnt looked back. In
1999, Jerkins won a Grammy with Destinys Child for Say My Name. He has produced music in a variety
of genres, from hip-hop and dance to country and gospel, and was a producer and mentor on season 10
of American Idol.
Sony Electronics, Inc. exhibits at key industry trade shows and events throughout the year. To best
showcase its concepts, products and technologies to customers, Sony relies on KRK VXT8 powered
monitors to provide accurate audio to properly demonstrate its latest products. In the past year, Sony
has depended on the superb quality of the VXT8s at the CEDIA, CinemaCon and NAB shows in its HD
theater demonstration room for the SRX-R320 4K Digital Cinema Projector. Pristine performance is
critical at these events because those in attendance are the most discerning engineers from their fields,
influencing purchasing decisions. Accurate audio playback, sound quality, reliably and ruggedness of the
KRK VXT8s allows Sony to portray its products capabilities in the most positive light.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Expos E8B
VXT 4
VXT 6
VXT 8
Model
Rokit 5 G2
Rokit 6 G2
Rokit 8 G2
Rokit 10-3
Configuration
2-Way
2-Way
2-Way
2-Way
Configuration
2-Way
2-Way
2-Way
3-Way
System type
Active Studio Monitor
System type
Low-Frequency Driver
8" Dual Layer Kevlar/Rohacell woofer
4" Woven Kevlar woofer
5" Aramid Glass Composite woofer
Mid-Frequency Driver
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Mid-Frequency Driver
N/A
N/A
N/A
4" Aramid Glass Composite Midrange
High-Frequency Driver
1" AlBeMET (aluminum/beryllium) inverted dome tweeter
1" silk dome tweeter
High-Frequency Driver
1" soft dome tweeter
Frequency Response
40Hz - 30kHz
66Hz - 22kHz
49Hz - 22kHz
37Hz - 22kHz
Frequency Response
52Hz - 20kHz
48Hz - 20kHz
44Hz - 20kHz
31Hz - 20kHz
Max Peak SPL
115 dB
107 dB
111 dB
114 dB
Max Peak SPL
106 dB
107 dB
109 dB
113 dB
Amplifier Class
Class A-B
Class A-B
Class A-B
Class A-B
Amplifier Class
Class A-B
Class A-B
Class A-B
Class A-B
Power Output
240W
45W
90W
180W
Power Output
45W
68W
90W
140W
High Frequency
120W
15W
30W
60W
High Frequency
15W
18W
20W
30W
Mid Frequency
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Mid Frequency
N/A
N/A
N/A
30W
Low Frequency
120W
30W
60W
120W
Low Frequency
30W
50W
70W
80W
Input Impedance (Ohms)
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
10 K Ohm balanced
HF Level Adjust
-2dB, -1.5dB, -1dB, -0.5dB, 0dB, +0.5dB, +1.0dB LF
N/A
+1dB shelf / Flat / -1dB shelf
+1dB shelf / Flat / -1dB shelf
HF Level Adjust
-2dB, -1dB, 0, +1dB
-2dB, -1dB, 0, +1dB
-2dB, -1dB, 0, +1dB
-2dB, -1dB, 0, +1dB
HF Shelf
-2dB, -1.5dB, -1dB, -0.5dB, 0dB, +0.5dB, +1.0dB
N/A
N/A
N/A
HF Shelf
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
LF Level Adjust
-3dB @ 45Hz, -3dB @ 50Hz, -3dB @ 65Hz
N/A
whole, half, quarter
whole, half, quarter
LF Level Adjust
N/A
N/A
N/A
-2dB, -1dB, 0, +1dB
System Volume
(-30dB - +6dB)
(-30dB - +6dB)
(-30dB - +6dB)
(-30dB - +6dB)
System Volume
(-30dB - +6dB)
(-30dB - +6dB)
(-30dB - +6dB)
(-30dB - +6dB)
Auto Mute
N/A
(on / off)
(on / off)
(on / off)
Auto Mute
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Indicators
Power
Power, Clip, Limit
Power, Clip, Limit
Power, Clip, Limit
Indicators
Power
Power
Power
Power
Indicator Control
N/A
Clip Indicator (On / Off / Limit)
Indicator Control
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Input Connectors:
Input Connectors:
N/A
RCA
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
RCA
Unbalanced RCA
Unbalanced RCA
Unbalanced RCA
Unbalanced RCA
1/4"
N/A
Balanced 1/4"/XLR Combo
1/4"
Balanced 1/4" TRS
Balanced 1/4" TRS
Balanced 1/4" TRS
Balanced 1/4" TRS
XLR
Balanced XLR
XLR
Balanced XLR
Balanced XLR
Balanced XLR
Balanced XLR
Ground Lift
N/A
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
Ground Lift
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
AC Power Input
Selectable 100V, 120V, 230V, 240V (50Hz - 60Hz)
Selectable 110V-120V / 220V-240V (50Hz - 60Hz)or

100V (50Hz - 60 Hz)
Selectable 110V-120V / 220V-240V (50Hz - 60Hz) or

100V (50Hz - 60 Hz)
Selectable 110V-120V / 220V-240V (50Hz - 60Hz) or 100V

(50Hz - 60 Hz)
AC Power Input

(50Hz - 60 Hz)

(50Hz - 60 Hz)

(50Hz - 60 Hz)
Selectable 110V-120V / 220V-240V (50Hz - 60Hz) or

100V (50Hz - 60 Hz)
Enclosure Construction
25mm MDF
Structural Foam
Structural Foam
Structural Foam
MDF
MDF
MDF
MDF
Finish
Black Textured Paint
Finish
Black vinyl wrap
Black vinyl wrap
Black vinyl wrap
Black vinyl wrap
Port Configuration
Front firing slot port
Port Configuration
Grille
N/A
Optional
Optional
N/A
Grille
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Mounting
Bottom
Bottom
Bottom
Bottom
Mounting
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Compatable OmniMount
120.0 WBX
20.5 WBX
30.0 WBX
60.0 WBX
Compatable OmniMount
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Dimensions (H x W x D)
19.3" (491mm) x 14.6" (370mm) x 14" (355mm)
10" (254mm) x 7.34" (186mm) x 7.48" (190mm)
14.36" (365mm) x 10.35" (263mm) x 9.66" (245mm)
17.06" (433mm) x 12.51" (318mm) x 11.66" (296mm)
11.1" (282mm) x 7.28" (185mm) x 9.06" (230mm)
13" (330mm) x 8.82" (224mm) x 10.87" (276mm)
15.5" (394mm) x 10.83" (275mm) x 11.73" (298mm)
21.2" (540mm) x 12.7" (325mm) x 14.3" (365mm)
Weight
67 Lbs. (30.4 Kg.)
14 Lbs. (6.36 Kg.)
27 Lbs. (11.6 Kg.)
41 Lbs. (16.5 Kg.)
Weight
14 Lbs. (6.4 Kg.)
19 Lbs. (8.8 Kg.)
26 Lbs. (12 Kg.)
46 Lbs. 21 Kg.)
KRK Systems uses state of the art tools to design and test its products. Additional technical information can be found in the product datasheets at www.krksys.com (Support/Product Documentation).
Passion for audio is intrinsic in our culture and pushing the levels of performance each time we develop a new product is what drives our team. Some of the most advanced software applications
are used to model, analyze and predict the performance of every component or assembly used in our loudspeaker system. Highly complex virtual models of mechanical, electrical and acoustic
performance are evaluated, adapted and optimized. Prototypes are assembled and analyzers are used to evaluate the performance of the drivers, identify linear and non-linear parameters as well
as distortion and thermal anomalies. Acoustic measurement tools are used to perform time, energy, frequency and wavelet analysis to allow visibility into the entire performance characteristics of
the systems.
The most important tool however, is our ears! All the science in the world wont replace the value of human hearing as an integrated phase in the voicing process. A panel of accomplished producers,
engineers and artists are part of every product we develop. Each panelist has undergone rigorous testing of their hearing so that subjective perception is closely tied to objective analysis. Their
combined expertise in the technology of acoustics and the art of music is what makes KRK products exceptional.
Model
KRK10s
KRK12s
KRK12sHO
Model
ERGO
Configuration
Front loaded, vented subwoofer
Processing
System type
Active Subwoofer
Active Subwoofer
Active Subwoofer
10" glass aramid composite woofer
12" woven Kevlar woofer
12" woven Kevlar High Performance woofer
400MHz Blackfin DSP

RoomPerfect Algorithm Sample Rate - 96kHz
Room Correction Frequencies 20-500Hz
1024 tap FIR filter for room correction
Frequency Response
34Hz 50Hz to 130Hz Variable
32Hz - 139Hz (left / right inputs)
29.2Hz - 60Hz - 160Hz (left / right inputs), 29.1Hz - 211Hz (LFE input)
Audio Spec
Max Peak SPL
113 dB
119.5 dB
123 dB
Amplifier Class
Class A-B
Class A-B
Class A-B
Power Output
150 Watts Continuous @ 1% THD+N @ 100Hz
A/B Speaker Select and Control / Stereo Audio-In

Freq Response: 20Hz-20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio: 118dB @ Fs=48kHz
THD+N: 0.0056% @ 1kHz, 20Hz-20kHz
S/PDIF In: 32kHz-96kHz
SNR (signal to Noise Ratio)
98dB
102dB
92dB
FireWire Spec
Amplifier Distortion (THD+N)
0.1% @-3dB of Maximum Power Output 20Hz - 200Hz
CoreAudio, WDM, and ASIO Driver support

FireWire Recording Interface Capable
Simultaneous 4 in, 6 out
10 k Balanced or unbalanced
10 k Balanced or unbalanced
10 k Balanced
Ground Lift
On / Off
On / Off
On / Off
Mechanicals
Low Pass Frequency
50Hz to 130Hz
55Hz to 170Hz
60Hz to 160Hz
Illuminated Controls
Measurement Microphone
Headphone Output
HPF bypass
with footswitch only
Dimensions
Footswitch
Optional
Optional
included
ERGO: (H x W x D) 2.36 x 7.20 x 4.20

60mm x 183mm x 107mm
Microphone Length: 197mm (7.75)
Phase
0 or 180 degrees
0 or 180 degrees
Rotatable Phase + Polarity Switch
Weight
610g (21.5 oz)
System Volume
-30dB to +6dB
-30dB to +6dB
-30dB to +6dB
Indicators
Power
Power, protection
Power, protection, limiter
Input Connectors
Stereo RCA for left and right, Stereo balanced TRS for left and right, stereo
balanced XLR for left and right
Balanced XLR for Left and Right Inputs
LFE input
N/A
Balanced TRS
Balanced XLR
Output Connectors
Stereo RCA for left and right, stereo balanced XLR for left and right
Stereo Balanced XLR for left and right, full range with foot switch engaged, 80Hz
HP without foot switch engaged.
AC Power Input
Selectable 110V-120V / 220V-240V
15mm reinforced MDF
18mm reinforced MDF
18mm and 36mm reinforced MDF
Finish
black vinyl wrap
Textured Paint
Textured Paint
Port Configuration
Front Firing Quad Concentric Slot Ports
Grille
Metal Mesh
Metal Mesh
N/A
15" (382mm) x 14" (355mm) x 16.06" (408mm)
18.11" (460mm) x 15.94" (405mm) x 22.64" (575mm)
20" (508 mm) x 20" (508 mm) x 22.48" (571mm)
Weight
39 Lbs. (17.7Kg.)
66.44 Lbs. (30.14 Kg.)
109.7 Lbs. (49.7 Kg.)
Model
KNS6400
KNS8400
Configuration
Closed back, circumaural
Closed back, circumaural
System type
Monitor Headphones
Monitor Headphones
Cable
2.5 m, (8.2 ft.), 99,99% OFC detachable
2.5 m, (8.2 ft.), 99,99% OFC detachable
Ear Cushion type
Acoustic cellular foam
Acoustic memory foam
Headpad Finish
Leatherette
Premium leatherette
Nominal Headband Pressure
4 N (based on average head size)
N/A
Ambient Noise Isolation
Up to 26 dBA
Up to 30 dBA
Tranducer
40mm, neodymium
40mm, neodymium
Power Handling Full Range
1000mW
1000mW
Nominal Impedance
36 ohms
36 ohms
Frequency Response
10Hz to 22KHz
5Hz to 23KHz
Sensitivity (1mW)
95 dB SPL
97 dB SPL
Calculated Max SPL
122 dB SPL
124 dB SPL
Connectors
Gold Plated Stereo 1/8th inch
Gold Plated Stereo 1/8th inch
Volume control
N/A
In cord, detachable
Finish
Black impact resistant plastic
Black impact resistant plastic
3.7" (94mm) x 10.5" (267mm) x 9.6" (244mm)
3.7" (94mm) x 10.5" (267mm) x 9.6" (244mm)
Weight
0.46 Lbs. (0.21Kg)
0.5 Lbs. (0.23Kg)
ACCESSORIES
Ear Cushion for KNS8400 (pair)

CUSK00003
Ear Cushion for KNS6400 (pair)

CUSK00001
Head Cushion for KNS8400

CUSK00004
Head Cushion for KNS6400

CUSK00002
KNS Protective Bag for travel/storage

BAGK00009
10m straight headphone extension

cable
CBLK00030
3m straight headphone extension cable

CBLK00029
2.5m straight headphone cable

CBLK00028
KNS In-Line volume control

CBLK00031
1/8 to1/4 Screw-in adapter

CONK00007
1.5m headphone cable for laptop or portable

use
CBLK00032
VXT 4 Wall Adapter

KRKSTDX4W1
8-16654-00203-7
2.5m coiled headphone cable

CBLK00027
VXT 6/8 Wall Adapter

KRKSTDX68A1
8-16654-00205-1
VXT 35mm Pole Adapter

KRKSTDX4A1
8-16654-00201-3
VXT6GRL
VXT4GRL
8-16654-00134-4 8-16654-00133-7
Printed in China
LITK00065
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STUDIO MONITORING SOLUTIONS

Chestnut Studios, London

Guitar Virtuoso/ Blues Artist of the Year 2010

Grammy and TEC award winning producer and engineer

EXPOS TECH NOTE:

The E8Bs massive woofer construction is that of a

An innovative headphone acoustical system brings a

1 AlBeMET (aluminum/beryllium) Inverted Dome Tweeter

Executive Recording & Mix Engineer / Lead Guitar - Anthrax

VXT TECH NOTE:

High density / low resonance CAD optimized enclosure

1 Silk Dome Ferrite Tweeter

1 Silk Dome Ferrite Tweeter

1 Silk Dome Ferrite Tweeter

Record Producer, Mixer, and Engineer

ROKIT TECH NOTE:

Front-firing port provides low freq extension without

The tweeter and midrange housing rotates for horizontal placement.

1 Soft Dome Tweeter

1 Soft Dome Tweeter

1 Soft Dome Tweeter

1 Soft Dome Tweeter

SUBWOOFER TECH NOTE:

KRK Subwoofers offer high dynamic range

All KRK subwoofers allow use of an

10 Glass Aramid Composite Woofer

12 woven Kevlar High Performance woofer

Hear the difference

The best approach

The Competitions Room Analysis

ERGOs Room Analysis

ERGOs Room Correction

KRK USER PROFILES

The American Film Institute: Film Preservation & Education

Daniel Levitin: REsearch

Ron Fair: Record Labels

Hot Chelle Rae: POP ROCK BAND

Jacquire King: Producer

BOYZ II MEN : R&B LEGENDS

Rodney Darkchild Jerkins: Songwriter/Producer

SONY ELECTRONICS, INC.: INNOVATORS

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

Active Studio Monitor

8" Dual Layer Kevlar/Rohacell woofer

4" Woven Kevlar woofer

6" Woven Kevlar woofer

8" Woven Kevlar woofer

5" Aramid Glass Composite woofer

6" Aramid Glass Composite woofer

8" Aramid Glass Composite woofer

10" Aramid Glass Composite woofer

4" Aramid Glass Composite Midrange

1" AlBeMET (aluminum/beryllium) inverted dome tweeter

1" silk dome tweeter

1" silk dome tweeter

1" silk dome tweeter

1" soft dome tweeter