Sonarworks SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones with Measurement Microphone (XREF)

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The Sonarworks SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones with Measurement Microphone (XREF) is New Delivered to all areas of the UK using our roadie delivery service.

The SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones with Measurement Microphone SW5SX is a complete calibration package designed to deliver true studio reference sound. Combining professional software with the precision of the included XREF20R5 omnidirectional microphone, this bundle enables fast and accurate calibration of both speakers and headphones. In less than 20 minutes, you can measure your room and apply calibration, while instantly accessing ready-to-use profiles for over 500 popular headphone models. The software sets a completely flat frequency response, ensuring your mixes translate perfectly across different devices and environments. With advanced features such as custom target curve adjustments, translation checks, and multiple filter modes, users gain full control over their monitoring environment. The XREF20R5 microphone, individually measured against an ANSI-certified reference, ensures absolute accuracy during speaker calibration. Offering seamless integration with both DAWs and system-wide audio on macOS and Windows, this package is the ideal solution for producers, engineers, and creators seeking reliable, consistent results.

Key Features:

  • Complete Calibration Solution:
    Bundle includes SoundID Reference software and XREF20R5 microphone, enabling precise speaker calibration and ready-to-use profiles for 500+ headphone models.
  • Flexible Monitoring Control:
    Switch between flat reference sound, custom targets, and translation checks simulating 20+ devices and environments, ensuring reliable mixes in any situation.
  • Seamless Integration:
    Works as a standalone app, DAW plugin, or system-wide calibration tool, with zero latency modes and native support for Apple Silicon devices.

Accurate Speaker and Headphone Calibration:

The SW5SX delivers precision by combining software and hardware in a single package. The included XREF20R5 microphone captures accurate speaker measurements with multi-angle calibration profiles, ensuring consistent results across stereo and multichannel setups. For headphones, the software provides ready-made calibration for over 500 models, enabling creators to achieve true-to-source monitoring without additional hardware. Together, these tools provide a complete reference system for any workflow.

Advanced Software Features:

SoundID Reference software goes beyond flat response calibration, offering custom target curves, translation checks across devices, and advanced DSP modes. With Zero Latency, Mixed and Linear Phase filters, along with processing controls such as Mono, Dry/Wet, and Safe Headroom, users maintain complete control of their listening environment. Integration with DAWs is effortless through AU, VST2, VST3, and AAX formats, while system-wide calibration ensures accuracy across all playback sources.

Reliable Performance Across Platforms:

Designed for maximum flexibility, the software is fully compatible with macOS and Windows systems. The package includes support for ASIO, WASAPI, APO, and HAL audio environments, ensuring smooth integration into existing workflows. With a licence valid for three devices, users can maintain consistent reference sound across different studios or setups. Together with the precision XREF20R5 microphone, the SW5SX delivers a robust and professional solution for achieving accurate monitoring anywhere.

Specifications:

  • Microphone type: Electret-condenser
  • Transducer type: MEMS
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
  • Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Output impedance: 300 Ω
  • Sensitivity: 14 mV/Pa
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 65 dB (A)
  • Dynamic range: 106 dB
  • Maximum sound level: 124 dB SPL
  • Power requirements: +48V phantom power
  • Connector type: 3-pin XLR
  • Weight: 64 g
  • Microphone clip diameter: 21 mm
  • Software licence: Valid for 3 devices
  • Headphone calibration: 500+ models preloaded
  • Supported formats: AU, VST2, VST3, AAX, ASIO, WASAPI, APO, HAL
  • macOS compatibility: 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey, 13 Ventura, 14 Sonoma, 15 Sequoia
  • Windows compatibility: 10, 11

Additional information

Weight 1 lbs

Brand

Sonarworks

Sonarworks is a Latvian audio technology company best known for software that improves monitoring accuracy in studios and home recording spaces. Sonarworks specialise in calibration and correction tools that help engineers hear a more neutral, truthful sound from their headphones and speakers.

While Sonarworks do not make microphones, their software is widely used alongside mics during recording, mixing and mastering to ensure reliable monitoring decisions. They are especially valuable for vocal recording, critical mixing and home studios where room acoustics or headphone colouration would otherwise affect how microphone signals are judged.

Category

Dynamic Microphones

Dynamic microphones are known for their durability, high sound pressure handling, and controlled response. They are commonly used for live vocals, guitar amps, drums, and broadcast applications, where reliability and resistance to feedback are important. Dynamic microphones do not require phantom power and perform well in loud environments, making them a dependable choice for both stage and studio use.

Microphones

Microphones are essential tools for capturing sound in recording, broadcast, and live performance. Different microphone types are designed for different sources, environments, and uses, from studio vocals and instruments to live sound and field recording. Choosing the right microphone depends on factors such as sound source, room acoustics, sensitivity, and the character you want to capture.

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