Short answer: the KRK Rokit 8 G4 for better sound quality, the KRK Rokit 7 G4 for the lower price. The KRK Rokit 8 G4 ranks #26 of 31 powered bookshelf speakers at $500. The KRK Rokit 7 G4 ranks #27 at $369, $131 cheaper.
What the KRK Rokit 8 G4 offers: Quite balanced and neutral, very close to the Yamaha HS8. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
What the KRK Rokit 7 G4 offers: Quite balanced and neutral, very close to the Yamaha HS8. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
Buy the KRK Rokit 8 G4 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the KRK Rokit 7 G4 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 31 powered bookshelf speakers instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| KRK Rokit 8 G4 | KRK Rokit 7 G4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 Discontinued | $369.00 |
| Ranked | #26 of 31 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #27 of 31 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 15.7"H x 10.5"W x 12.2"D (400 x 266.7 x 309.9 mm) | 13.4"H x 8.9"W x 11.2"D (340.4 x 226.1 x 284.5 mm) |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR | TRS, XLR |
| Weight | 23.1 lbs / 10.5 kg | 16.8 lbs / 7.6 kg |
| Drivers | 8" (203mm) woofer | 7" (178mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Output Power | 100w Per Speaker | - |
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The Two Speakers In Full
KRK Rokit 8 G4: $500 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: Quite balanced and neutral, very close to the Yamaha HS8. Deeper bass than the HS8
Cons: Discontinued.
Full KRK Rokit 8 G4 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 15.7"H x 10.5"W x 12.2"D (400 x 266.7 x 309.9 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 8" (203mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR |
| Output Power | 100w Per Speaker |
| Weight | 23.1 lbs / 10.5 kg |
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- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Sercan Solmaz: Adam Audio T8V vs Yamaha HS8 vs KRK Rokit 8 (STUDIO SPEAKER SOUND TEST)
- DSAUDIO.review: KRK Rokit 8 G4 RP8G4 vs Yamaha HS8 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: Adam Audio T8V vs KRK Rokit 8 G4 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- Reddit Search for KRK Rokit 8 G4 Review
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
KRK Rokit 7 G4: $369.00 Amazon
Pros: Quite balanced and neutral, very close to the Yamaha HS8. Deeper bass than the HS8
Full KRK Rokit 7 G4 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 13.4"H x 8.9"W x 11.2"D (340.4 x 226.1 x 284.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 7" (178mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR |
| Weight | 16.8 lbs / 7.6 kg |
As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
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- DSAUDIO.review: KRK Rokit 7 G4 RP7G4 vs Yamaha HS7 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: KRK Rokit 5 RP5G4 vs KRK Rokit 7 RP7G4 Sound & Frequency Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: KRK Rokit 7 RP7G4 vs JBL 306P MKII Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- Reddit Search for KRK Rokit 7 G4 Review
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