Sonarworks SoundID Reference Speaker, Headphones & Mic Edition
Software & hardware bundle for calibrating speakers and headphones
Overview
Software for calibrating loudspeakers and over 280 supported headphone models from various manufacturers
Tailored adjustments in real time
Translation Check: Simulation of 20+ different devices and device types for accurate mixing results without leaving the workstation.
3 filter modes: Zero Latency, Mixed and Linear Phase
Additional DSP features: Mono, Dry/Wet and Safe Headroom
MIDI mapping in the SoundID Referenc app for different settings
User presets can be easily switched via app (e.g. predefined output device/channel pair combinations)
Note: Please visit the manufacturer's website for information on currently compatible headphone models.
Including Measurement Microphone
Specifications (Microphone)
contains a pre-polarized electret condenser capsule
Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz with an included calibration profile
Characteristic: Omnidirectional
Sensitivity is -37 dB/Pa (14 mV)
Equivalent Noise Level: 24 dB
S/N ratio: 70 dB
Dynamic range: 106 dB
Maximum SPL: 132 dB
What does the software include:
SoundID Reference app for headphones
SoundID Reference DAW Plugin (AU, VST, AAX) for headphones
280+ profiles of well-known headphone models
Activation Key for the product license (software can be activated and used on up to 3 computers)
Measuring microphone
System requirements
Mac, macOS 10.12 or higher
PC, Windows 8 (64-bit) or higher
Sonarworks supported or Sonarworks custom calibrated headphones (not included)
2.0 or 2.1 stereo speaker system
Audio interface with +48V phantom power and 44.1 kHz sample rate
XLR to XLR audio cable
The SonarworksSoundIDReferenceSpeaker&HeadphonesBundle is ideal for calibratingstudio speakers and over280supportedheadphone modelsfrom various manufacturers. In addition to the software, the bundle includes a measurement microphone that can help you generate a significantly improved sound setup in less than 20 minutes. Whether used as a standalone app or as a DAWplugin, the software serves to optimizethefrequency image to achieve a linearsound and thus assist the user in mixing. After the application and based on neutral sounding speakers, it is easier to make critical decisions in the mix that would otherwise only be possible after a lot of experience and comparison. SoundID Reference Speakers & Headphones deliver clear, consistent linear sound wherever you work.
Wow, the difference in my mixes is pretty big. Even just getting this for the headphone presets will help a lot with translation for any of the listed cans.
I have HD650s and they always translate bass heavy for me and also are a wee bit bright in the mids. Turn on the preset and bam, much better.
I am also in the process of treating my room properly and its been great to see the difference as I add more traps and remeasure.
Pro tip - if the mic icon is jumping around and you cant measure just turn up your speakers a bit! This drove me crazy until I figured it out :P
Listening to my speakers after applying the measured preset is night and day for me with the clarity in the low end and low mid. Im a happy customer.
They lose a star for it not being windows 11 perfect. You have to reinstall the virtual audio device driver every time you reboot but they promise a fix in Feb so not too bad.
Overall, even if you're doing just mixing on cans I would recommend this bad boy as, for me, it really does make a difference.
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