[San Francisco, November 12, 2024] – Sonarworks is excited to announce the integration of SoundID Reference, the award-winning calibration software trusted by over 200,000 studios worldwide, with Universal Audio’s Apollo X series – the audio interface that has revolutionized home studio recording. This powerful new integration brings a more intuitive, efficient workflow for users, combining the best of both technologies to streamline sound calibration and enhance the creative process.

The integration enables users to measure speaker setups up to 9.1.6, create calibration profiles, and apply them directly to low-latency, real-time DSP processing in Apollo X interfaces – a game-changer for audio professionals.

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“This integration makes using SoundID Reference much easier for professionals,” said Helmuts Bems, Co-founder & CEO of Sonarworks. “With key benefits like never having to worry about turning off calibration before printing, and the integration sitting precisely on the monitoring outputs where it belongs, this seamless experience ensures a smooth and uninterrupted workflow between Apollo and SoundID Reference, empowering users to stay fully focused on their creative vision.”

“We are thrilled to launch this partnership with Universal Audio, taking a significant step in making life easier for users of both Apollo X and SoundID Reference,” said Martins Popelis, Co-founder and CPO at Sonarworks. “Less time spent worrying about accurate speaker sound means more time for creativity. I’m excited about the results of our collaboration with Universal Audio, and I hope our users will share the enthusiasm!”

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Why You’ll Love It:

  • Measure Speaker Setups Up to 9.1.6: Effortlessly measure and create calibration profiles for stereo, surround, and headphone setups.
  • Apply Correction Profiles Directly to Apollo X DSP in Real-Time: No more file transfers — simply apply your profiles directly to your Apollo X for fast, high-quality performance.
  • Multiple Target Profiles to Choose From: Whether you prefer a flat frequency response, the Dolby Music Curve, or a custom room profile, the flexibility is at your fingertips.
  • Customizable Room Tuning and Translation Checks: Personalize your space for the best possible audio experience.
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Pricing and Availability:

  • The Apollo Monitor Correction (AMC) Add-on, which unlocks this integration, is available for 79 EUR/USD in the Sonarworks store and through third-party sellers.
  • Bundle deals including the SoundID Reference base license and the AMC Add-on are also available. When purchased together, the AMC Add-on is discounted to 50 EUR/USD.
  • Apollo X Gen 2 Promo: The AMC Add-on is available for free to all Apollo X Gen 2 users who register their device at my.uaudio.com between October 8, 2024 and  December 31, 2024. The AMC Add-on license will be delivered by email.

Free 21-Day Trial:

  • New users can try the full SoundID Reference trial, including the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on, with no credit card required and no hidden conditions.
  • Quick and easy setup to get you started immediately.
  • Try on any of the supported headphones and speaker setups up to 9.1.6.
  • Existing SoundID Reference users will have a 14-day trial to experience the new integration.

Download your free trial here and experience a smooth, efficient creative workflow — say goodbye to manual file transfers and hello to seamless sound calibration!

For more information, visit SoundID Reference x Apollo X integration  page

See how it works: Youtube Video

Learn more about Universal Audio Apollo X interfaces

Learn more about Apollo Monitor Correction and UAD Console

Integration visual assets here

For media inquiries, please contact: 

Laura Sirma (laura.sirma@sonarworks.com)

ABOUT Sonarworks

Sonarworks is an award-winning audio technology innovator delivering an individually perfected sound experience to every music creator and lover. Its patented technologies are used in more than 200,000 studios and relied on by many Grammy-Award-winning engineers when recording A-list stars (like Lady Gaga, Madonna, Rihanna, Adele, Coldplay, and more). In an ever-evolving world of sound, Sonarworks continues to lead the way, ensuring that every note, every beat, and every lyric is heard in its purest form. With a passion for perfecting audio, Sonarworks remains committed to revolutionizing the way we experience music.

ABOUT Universal Audio Inc.

Universal Audio (UA) is a pioneer in audio and music production tools, with a rich 60-year history of craftsmanship and innovation. UA today enables millions of audio and music creators worldwide, with industry-standard Apollo and Volt recording interfaces, UAD plug-ins, UAFX pedals, advanced audio machine learning, LUNA recording suite, and UA Custom Shop hardware. UA is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California, with passionate employees worldwide — united by our goal of “Inspiring Sound for Generations.”