Sonarworks SoundID Reference For Headphones (Download)

Transform 500+ headphones into studio reference monitors with precision calibration profiles from the world's MOST trusted audio calibration company.

What is SoundID Reference?

SoundID Reference is the industry-standard headphone and speaker calibration software trusted by over 200,000 recording studios globally.

The "For Headphones" version delivers accurate studio reference sound through intelligent calibration profiles, ensuring your mix translates perfectly across all playback systems.

Key Features

✓ Massive Headphone Database

• Over 500 calibration profiles for the most popular studio headphone models
• Continuously expanding database with regular updates
• No measurement required - simply select your headphones and apply

✓ Instant Professional Accuracy

• Correct frequency response deviations in real-time
• Eliminate guesswork from your mixing decisions
• Hear every detail with studio-grade precision

✓ Customisable Target Curves

• Adjust the reference sound to match your preferences
• Create custom EQ curves with unlimited adjustment points
• Save multiple profiles for different workflows

✓ Seamless Integration

• Works as a system-wide virtual sound card
• Available as VST/VST3/AU/AAX plugin for all major DAWs
• Compatible with Windows 10/11 and macOS (10.14 or later)

✓ Enhanced Workflow Features

• Switch between multiple headphones instantly
• Mono listening and L/R channel switching
• Clean, adaptive interface (light/dark modes)
• Zero latency processing

Who It's For

• Music producers and mixing engineers
• Audio engineers and sound designers
• Musicians and composers
• Content creators and podcasters
• Anyone seeking accurate audio monitoring

System Requirements

• Operating Systems:
  • Windows 10 or Windows 11
  • macOS 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey, 13 Ventura, 14 Sonoma, 15 Sequoia
• Internet Connection: Stable internet connection (offline use not supported)
• Headphones: Sonarworks-supported or Individually Calibrated Headphones are required. Check the complete list of supported headphone models on the Sonarworks compatibility page.
• Supported Formats: Standalone application, VST/VST3/AU/AAX plugins

Licensing & Activation

• Multi-Device Support: Each licence can be activated on up to 3 devices simultaneously
• Flexible Management: Easily manage device authorisations through your Sonarworks Account
• Device Switching: Deactivate existing installations to run on new devices as needed

Need more advanced features?

Consider upgrading to a higher version for complete studio calibration, including speaker measurement capabilities (click for details):

• SoundID Reference For Speakers & Headphones
  

Or, enhance your workflow with the Virtual Monitoring Add-on for headphone-based surround monitoring (click for details):

• SoundID Reference Virtual Monitoring Add-on