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Sterling Audio
Description

When you need your studio monitors to be as transparent as they are versatile, the Sterling MX3 Black Powered Studio Monitors are the perfect solution. They sound great, have a stylish matte black finish, 3” LF drivers, 3/4” tweeters, front access volume control with dual  3.5 mm outputs and RCA connectivity. The monitors are sold as a pair and are perfect for home studios that need quality sound in a limited space.

Sterling MX3 Studio Monitor Woofer

Wide dispersion

The front of the monitors boast acoustically engineered 3” low-frequency drivers that offer superior damping. This minimizes any sonic artifacts and unnatural resonance to ensure a clean, natural sound for referencing your mixes. The 3/4” silk-dome high-frequency tweeter and neodymium magnet provide smooth and natural high-frequency response. MX3 monitors deliver 40 Watts of high-efficiency, low-distortion, Class A/B amplification with 55Hz – 22kHz frequency response.

Sterling MX3 Front Panel

Convenient front access controls

The MX3s also feature front-mounted volume control and stereo 3.5 mm inputs and outputs to connect external audio devices for playback or switch to headphones when a quieter environment is required.

Sterling MX3 Studio Monitors on a desk in a small home studio

Blends into your studio environment

The MX3 design, like its larger siblings the MX5 and MX8, provides optimal frequency dispersion even when listening off-axis. This means they’ll sound great in imperfect acoustic environments to give you an accurate representation of your mix. Their sophisticated matte black finish and volume control lightpipe make the Sterling MX monitors look as good in your studio as they sound to your ears.

Features
  • 3" LF driver with proprietary cone design
  • 3/4" silk-dome tweeter, neodymium magnets
  • 20 watts of Class A/B amplification
  • Rear port reduces LF turbulence and distortion
  • Polished ebony front baffle with logo
  • Studio-grade internal components
  • Protective electrical design
  • Unbalanced RCA inputs
Reviews

3.78

54 Reviews

68%

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Great for portable setups!!

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Great for portable setups!!

I use these as a portable setup for my MPC Live!! Negative comments say these are not great as reference monitors. Well why would you think so? You would get better reference on a decent pair of headphones. If you're into recording, you'd know this from the start. They're great though for listening to tracks & going over material. If you're mixing with monitors, of course you're gonna need something more expensive, even if they are of small size as these. More expensive monitors are gonna give you more features & have the ability to give you a flatter sound, hence helping you perform a better mix. These are very suitable for sketching ideas!! If you want a more serious mix, use something else. Step up to at least a 5" monitor. These are perfect for what they're for & that's idea sketching & portability!! They're great!!

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Right Monitor Not Working After a Few Months of Light Use.

I purchased these a few months ago looking for an affordable monitor setup for my home studio. I was honestly very happy with them until today. I turn on some Lamb of God One Gun and then realize that my right speaker was inoperable. I tried everything, all of the cables work. It seems that something within the powered speaker is messed up and isn't sending audio to the right speaker. I am thoroughly disappointed and hope Guitar Center will still let me return them. I doubt it, but ill try.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio35
  2. Amateur Recording26
  3. Professional Recording12
  4. Pro Audio / DJ / Mixing2
  5. Outdoor Events / Games1
Cons
  1. Poor Sound Quality10
  2. Limited Functions8
  3. Unreliable6
  4. Not Durable3
  5. Pricey / Poor Value2
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced25
  2. Professional Musician13
  3. Novice11
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Compact40
  2. Easy To Use40
  3. Good Audio36
  4. Lightweight34
  5. Durable18

Reviewed by 54 customers

  • Solid, well-designed and well-performing

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byDavid

    fromCambridge, MA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    #sweepstakes I use these as computer monitors, with a focus on mastering amateur recordings. They are powerful, accurate and very pleasant to listen to. On sale, they were also a remarkable value. I expect them to last & last.

  • I would Recommend this product to friend.

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byRio

    fromQueens New York

    I use these mx3 Studio monitors, for live dj monitors while i am on the radio broadcasting. The are really for heavy bass wise for 3", the clarity grate and its so loud. Im happy with this investment.

  • rip off (0 stars)

    1

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    bySteve

    fromLewisville, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The speakers did not work and store would not give full credit for return.

  • I like the speakers

    3

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byKiyonna

    fromChicago Illinois

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The sound is great

  • They sound amazing!!!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byIsa

    fromKaty, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    These are my first studio monitors and to be they sound awesome. I would recommend them to anyone who is starting up in their room. My only advice, if you are using them for producing… learn them. They are not the greatest of all but do the job well. You just gotta learn them.

  • I would buy these speakers again

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    bySergio

    fromFresno ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    These speakers for the price you can't beat ..!!! Amazing sound clean and you can use them as an amp speakers or regular for iPhone or computer speakers …

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byMichael

    fromLake Oswego, OR

    I would use a stereo mini phone jack to Rt and Lt RCA inputs. If I plug that into a single mono source would it distribute the sound equally to both speakers? That is universally true for any pair of powered monitors I have ever used.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes. The necessary cables are included.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byNp

    fromundisclosed

    Can they be linked to blue tooth

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, they can't.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byliebmixes

    fromdetroit michigan

    how can i connect these monitors to a volt 2 interface with 1/4 jacks in the back for monitors. is there a different cable i can buy. as of now i can only plug them straight into my macbook and have limited control

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855-770-3373

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byBooms

    fromNew Jersey

    Will these monitors work with an old M-Audio Fast Track Pro interface?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry I don’t have the information you need. Please contact the selling store directly 847 439 4600

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byBrian

    fromPhoenix AZ

    does it come with the 1/8" cable to connect the left and right?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byKristopher

    fromCA

    Do these moniters come the means to hook them up to an audio interface, or is that a separate purchase, the ad does not make this clear?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes. They connect via 1/8" - dual 3.5 mm outputs and RCA.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byKjax

    fromundisclosed

    Is it compatible with an iMac?

    Open Reply - Beau
    These monitors would be compatible with an IMac.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byCharlie

    fromAtwood TN

    What are the dimensions on the sterling MX3 Monitors? I've got a limited space on my record player stand for the speakers to fit in

    Open Reply - Durran
    The dimensions are: W 5.13” x H 7.82” x D 7.00”

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byPark

    fromNY

    Do they work well with an audio interface, Mac, and Logic X? Is this a product for songwriters who make music with that stuff? I don't need a big and giant speaker because I would like to use it at home.

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes, this will work with both of those programs. These are made specifically to be used for recording purposes