KRK Rokit 5 No Bass (An In-Depth Analysis)

While KRK Rokit 5 monitors are not the highest quality studio monitors on the market, they are perfectly viable monitors for anyone who can’t afford expensive monitors. However, if you produce hip hop/electronic music, studio monitors with a heavier low end might be better.

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Studio Monitor Quality And Bass Response

Although KRK monitors are decent studio monitors, especially for music production beginners, some say they are lacking on the bass response front.

Figuring out what type of studio monitors are suitable for me in terms of the music I produce has been a big help for my music.

This in-depth analysis will look at the KRK Rokit 5 speakers and dive into how you can improve their bass.

KRK Rokit 5 Studio Monitors

KRK Rokit 5s are commonly used monitor speakers primarily due to their price and widespread popularity; beginning music producers see other producers using them and invest in a pair.

In my opinion, they are an excellent option for beginner and intermediate-level music producers.

In fact, I’ve had mine for several years while I’ve been saving up to invest in a pair of high-quality studio monitors.

They are suiting me just fine at the moment.

Although Rokit 5 monitors are not the best studio monitors regarding frequency response and accuracy, the sound quality is still good enough to produce music; especially for music production beginners, due to their price and ease of use.

KRK Rokit 5 Bass Response

Now let’s talk about the bass response of the KRK Rokit 5s.

Bass response and low-end power are super important for some music producers, depending on what genre you produce.

While KRK Rokit monitors are a great all-around studio monitor due to their price point and ease of use for music production beginners, they are definitely lacking in the low end compared to other more high-end studio monitors.

If you are looking for studio monitors that will give you a ton of bass response, you might want to look at some options besides KRK Rokit 5s.

Increasing The Bass Response On KRK Rokit 5

Thankfully, if you cannot afford high-quality studio monitors with a ton of bass response or if you already own KRK Rokit 5 studio monitors and want to increase their low-end power, there is a solution.

Upgrade your studio setup with a subwoofer.

If you want to increase your bass response in your home studio monitoring system without investing in an all-new set of studio monitors, investing in a woofer is probably the best solution.

Here are a few options for subwoofers that you can pair with your KRK studio monitors:

Mackie CR-X Series Subwoofer

This first studio woofer that I want to show you is one of the most affordable studio subwoofers you will find.

Check this Mackie subwoofer out if you are looking for some quick bass that won’t break the bank.

KRK Systems Subwoofer (S8.4, S10.4, and S12.4)

KRK Systems makes this next subwoofer, and it comes in three sizes and price points for a bit of flexibility.

This KRK woofer pairs great with KRK Rokit monitors and will give you a much more powerful bass response than the studio monitors alone.

Yamaha HS8 Subwoofer

This Yamaha Subwoofer is a quality mid-range subwoofer made by a highly reliable brand.

If you are looking for reliable bass response, look no further than a Yamaha product.

Adam Audio Sub8 Subwoofer

With this Adam Audio subwoofer, we’re moving into the high-quality range and the high price range.

If you are a serious music producer ready to invest in a premium subwoofer, Adam Audio certainly has the goods.

Focal Sub6 Subwoofer

This final woofer made by Focal is an excellent subwoofer, as suggested by the high price tag.

If you need a studio woofer with some serious low-end output, the Focal Sub6 is a worthy candidate.

Do I Need a Subwoofer With KRK Rokit 5?

This depends on what type of music you plan on producing and how serious you are.

For example, suppose you are just a casual beatmaker who likes to put tracks together for fun in your free time. In that case, you do not need a subwoofer.

However, if you are a serious music producer in the genre of Hip Hop, EDM, etc., a subwoofer might be a wise investment for you.

In music production, you must spend money only on sound equipment that you really need.

Connecting Subwoofer To KRK Rokit 5

The first step is to connect your subwoofer to your audio interface using either TRS ¼” cables or XLR cables depending on the outputs on your audio interface and the subwoofer you are using.

Most subwoofers and audio interfaces will offer both types of connections.

Once you have connected your audio interface’s left and right outputs to your left and right speaker inputs on your subwoofer, it’s time to connect your KRK Rokit 5 monitors to your subwoofer.

Use your desired cable type and connect the left and right output from your subwoofer to the left and right speaker input on your KRK Rokit 5 studio monitors.

Now that you have made all of your connections, plug in the power supplies for your woofer and monitors, and you should be good to go!

So basically, the signal chain is Audio Interface>Subwoofer>Studio Monitors, and then plug in your power supplies.

Where Do KRK Subwoofers Go?

Typically, the best spot for you to place your studio subwoofer is on the floor, under your desk, or between your studio monitors (you should still have your speaker placement elevated and at the height of your ear and not on the floor), and facing you directly.

This position gives you the best low-frequency monitoring in your studio space.

Which KRK Rokit Product Is Best?

This depends on the size of your operation and your studio space.

For example, if you are a small-time music producer with a small studio, I recommend the KRK Rokit 5 G4s.

These will give you all the power you need. If you ever upgrade studio size, you could consider moving up to the Rokit 7 or 8 monitors.

However, if you are serious about music production and have a studio with a size that demands it, you can look at the KRK V Series Monitors.

This line of KRK studio monitors is of much higher sound and build quality.

Keep in mind that they are also more expensive than the Rokit series.

The best KRK Rokit product depends on your operation and studio size.

Are KRK Rokit 5 Good For Mixing?

In my opinion, KRK Rokit 5s are decent for mixing.

I have mixed some pretty professional tracks for paying clients and music libraries using KRK Rokit 5s.

I prefer more high-quality studio monitors, but you have to work with what you have.

The quality of a mix depends more on the producer and less on the equipment they are using.

How Are Studio Monitors Different From Speakers?

The difference between studio monitors and other speakers is that studio monitors are for music production, and regular speakers are for just listening to music.

Studio monitors are for accurate frequency response. At the same time, regular speakers often have boosted low and high frequencies for a more enjoyable listening experience.

However, you can still listen to music on studio monitors. I think it sounds great, and, personally, I wouldn’t say I like listening to music on speakers with exaggerated bass responses.

Are KRK Active Speakers?

Yes, KRK are active speakers.

Of all three models of studio monitors that KRK Systems makes, none of them are passive speakers.

KRK only makes active speakers, also known as powered speakers.

Using a passive monitor are a pain because you need an amplifier to power it.

I prefer active speakers because they are self-powered; all you need is a wall outlet to plug them into.

Why Do Studio Monitors Have No Bass?

Studio monitors have less bass response than other speakers, such as a car’s sound system or bass-heavy wireless Bluetooth speakers.

Studio monitors are for accurate frequency response, and regular speakers are for an enjoyable listening experience.

For example, manufacturers of speakers made for listening to music often boost specific details in the low and high-frequency range to increase the listener’s enjoyment and engagement.