KRK ROKIT G4 User Manual

USER MANUAL
DSP CONTROLLED
STUDIO MONITOR
Welcome to ROKIT G4. We wanted to give you some history. In 2016, after working for 2 years with
more than 300 professionals, KRK launched the V Series 4 monitors. They have become very
popular with pro producers, engineers and power users and the reviews have been stellar. As we
developed the ROKIT G4 we started with the goal of bringing the sound and look of the V Series 4
to you, the ROKIT G4 customer. This meant, for the first time in ROKIT history, using drivers
designed with Kevlar® as we have done in our premium monitor lines for over 30 years. Like the V
Series 4, we used a powerful DSP to give you an incredible soundscape as well as deep EQ control
to help you with room acoustics. And this was just the beginning.
Below are some more tips and tricks as well as information to help you get the most out of your
listening experience.

KRK ROKIT G4 Specifications

General

Type	Active Studio Monitor
Tweeter Size	1 inch
Amplifier Class	Class D
Total Power	55W
Input Connectors	XLR, TRS
Enclosure Type	Ported
Frequency Response	43Hz - 40kHz

Summary

Room Placement and Setup

System Setup Guidelines

Covers optimal monitor placement, room acoustics, reflection control, and near-field configuration for accurate monitoring.

Tips, Tricks, and Features

Protective Grilles

Optional magnetic grilles for driver protection in high-traffic situations, with no impact on sound quality.

EVA Cushioning

Foam cushion for monitor stability and isolation, enhancing clarity by reducing cabinet movement.

Input Sensitivity (Volume)

Explains input sensitivity settings (+4 dBu vs. -10dBV) and their effect on headroom and dynamic range.

Operational Modes and Power Management

Power On Sequence

Describes the 3-second delay before the front light and subsequent signal activation upon powering up.

Standby Functionality

Monitors automatically enter standby after 30 minutes; explains wake-up procedure and volume adjustment.

Vertical or Horizontal Mode

Instructions for orienting the ROKIT G4 10-3 monitor vertically or horizontally, including baffle removal.

Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Checks for power cord connection, active mains, power switch, and illuminated power light (KRK logo).

No Sound or Missing Frequencies

Troubleshoots audio source cables, signal levels, phase cancellation, and potential cable or monitor faults.

Sudden Shutdowns

Addresses potential overheating, protection circuitry activation, and cooling procedures.

Sound Quality Changes

Diagnoses issues related to room acoustics, polarity inversion, driver noise, or source signal problems.

Humming or Loud Noises

Checks connections, grounding, EMI sources, signal cable routing, and gain settings for noise reduction.