The long-awaited integration with Apollo X interfaces
Apollo Monitor Correction brings seamless realtime SoundID Reference integration to existing Apollo X Gen 1 and new Apollo X Gen 2 audio interfaces.
What is SoundID Reference
Leading speaker and headphone calibration tech that delivers an accurate studio reference sound. Trusted by 200,000 recording studios globally.
For whom
Made for audio engineers, producers, musicians, DJs, composers, sound designers, game developers, and audiophiles.
What this integration does
Correction profiles run directly within Apollo X interfaces, enabling ‘set-and-forget’ reference listening and improved artist collaboration
Results
By working with the same reference sound with your colleagues and clients, you can save time and money, no matter the distance or gear you have.
How this integration works?
Step 1
Create speaker profile
The measurement process takes at least 20 minutes, during which SoundID Reference will assess the acoustic properties of your room, speakers and their relative location, performing a detailed measurement around the listening spot.
Step 2
Select a target profile
Then, with SoundID Reference, you can select one of the target profiles such as Flat, Dolby, a custom profile, or a target that simulates other devices.
Step 3
Apply to Apollo X
Afterward, you can send your calibration profile to the Apollo X, enabling the calibration to be applied directly within your hardware.
Step 4
Set up and export headphone profile
The integration also allows headphone calibration profiles from over 500 supported models to be applied. These profiles will also run directly within the Apollo X hardware.
Create, mix and deliver with full confidence
Seamless user experience (API solution)
Apollo Monitor Correction seamlessly integrates with SoundID Reference, allowing users to directly apply correction profiles to Apollo X DSP in realtime, using a high number of UA studio-grade precision filters and alignment delays for stereo and multi-channel speaker arrays, as well as simultaneous headphone correction for the ultimate monitoring experience.
Works on headphones, stereo and multichannel setups
Apply correction profiles directly to your Apollo X interface and run them in realtime for stereo, surround and headphone correction using the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on.
Apollo X desktop interfaces provide DSP-based correction for stereo speakers and one headphone output.
While Apollo X rackmount interfaces provide DSP correction for stereo, surround and immersive modes for speakers, as well as simultaneous correction for two headphone outputs.
Set and forget
When running SoundID Reference correction profiles directly within your Apollo X audio interface, you’ll experience better mix translation, enhanced critical listening accuracy for a truly ‘set-and-forget’ reference listening environment and improved collaboration with your artists. Enjoy high performance and low latency.
Try Apollo Correction Add-on
21-day free trial.
→ No credit card required, no hidden conditions.
→ A quick and guided setup.
→ Try out on any of the supported headphones and speaker setups up to 9.1.6.
→ All new trial users will be eligible to start the full SoundID Reference trial, which will also include the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on;
→ For existing SoundID Reference users, the trial will be 14 days.
This product is compatible with Mac and Windows only. A download link will be emailed for computer use.
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SHOP NOW!
if you already have a valid SoundID Reference product license and compatible Apollo X device.
+ Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
Special Offer
*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.
Bundle Deals
SoundID Reference bundles together with the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
SoundID Reference for Headphones
+ Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones
+ Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
SoundID Reference
for Speakers & Headphones
with Measurement Microphone
+ Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
SoundID Reference for Multichannel
+ Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
SoundID Reference
for Multichannel
with Measurement Microphone
+ Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on
Frequently asked questions
How does it work?
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How does it work?
Apply your SoundID calibration profiles directly into UAD Console to run on the hardware Apollo X DSP. UAD Console will connect to SoundID Reference via a direct API connection, eliminating unnecessary complexity and allowing seamless integration of your calibration profiles directly into Apollo X interfaces with a single-click.
Once the calibration is running directly on Apollo X, the SoundID Reference DAW plugin is no longer needed, and the SoundID Reference standalone app acts as a control interface only - you’ll only need to return to the app to apply additional profiles, or make any profile adjustments (such as Target Mode or other DSP settings).
SoundID Reference is used to check a valid license for the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on and will open at log-in. Learn more here.
Which Apollo devices are supported?
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Which Apollo devices are supported?
The integration is supported on both Apollo X Gen 1 and Gen 2 devices. Here’s the full list of supported devices:
Apollo X Gen 1
→ Apollo Twin X Duo/Quad
→ Apollo Twin X USB
→ Apollo x4
→ Apollo x6
→ Apollo x8
→ Apollo x8p
→ Apollo x16
Apollo X Gen 2
→ Apollo Twin X Duo/Quad
→ Apollo x4
→ Apollo x6
→ Apollo x8
→ Apollo x8p
→ Apollo x16
→ Apollo x16D
What are the system requirements?
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What are the system requirements?
The integration will be released in Q4 2024. It will be available with SoundID Reference v5.12.1 update, and UAD Console v1.2.1 & UAD-2 Software v11.5.1 updates. Here are the system requirements:
→ macOS 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey, 13 Ventura, 14 Sonoma
→ Windows 10 (64-bit), 11
Will it work with a subwoofer and multichannel?
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Will it work with a subwoofer and multichannel?
Multichannel calibration with Bass Management is easily available for 2.1-9.1.6 multichannel setups measured with SoundID Reference for Multichannel. Simply apply your multichannel profile to Apollo X to calibrate the frequency response and Listening Spot (channel level and delay compensation).
Calibrated bass management for stereo speaker setups with subwoofer is also available, compatible with a regular SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones (stereo) license (Multichannel license not required). This has been made possible via the integrated Bass Management features in UAD Console, which can extract the subwoofer data from a stereo calibration profile, and then apply calibration for the subwoofer on a separate channel. Learn more here.
Note: The bass-managed stereo solution above calibrates the LFE frequency response only. The Listening Spot features (LFE channel delay and overall channel level correction) are only possible with SoundID Reference for Multichannel.
What kind of profiles can I apply to Apollo X?
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What kind of profiles can I apply to Apollo X?
The integration supports all calibration profiles, and the availability depends on your SoundID Reference license:
→ SoundID Reference for Headphones: apply headphone profiles
→ SoundID Reference for Speakers and Headphones: apply headphone and speaker profiles (stereo), including calibrated bass management for subwoofer setups
→ SoundID Reference for Multichannel: apply headphone and speaker profiles (stereo/multichannel)
Can I run multiple outputs at the same time with calibration?
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Can I run multiple outputs at the same time with calibration?
Profiles can be applied to speaker and headphone outputs simultaneously, if applicable (learn more here.):
→ Apollo Twin X Duo/Quad: 1 headphone profile, 1 speaker profile (stereo/with subwoofer)
→ Apollo Twin X USB: 1 headphone profile, 1 speaker profile (stereo/with subwoofer)
→ Apollo x4: 1 headphone profile, 1 speaker profile (stereo/with subwoofer)
→ Apollo x6: 2 headphone profiles, 1 speaker profile (stereo/with subwoofer, multichannel)
→ Apollo x8, x8p: 2 headphone profiles, 1 speaker profile (stereo/with subwoofer, multichannel
→ Apollo x16, x16D: 1 speaker profile (stereo/with subwoofer, multichannel)
Can I use it if I have Reference 4?
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Can I use it if I have Reference 4?
No, integrations are only built and available with SoundID Reference, so an upgrade would be required. See upgrade options for Reference 4 here.
Do I have to buy something?
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Do I have to buy something?
Yes, to unlock the integration, you will need the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on, available for 79 EUR/USD in Sonarworks Store and through third-party sellers.
Bundle deals including the SoundID Reference base license and the AMC Add-on will also be available. If you buy the add-on in a bundle deal with SoundID Reference, the add-on costs 50 EUR/USD. See the pricing and store links above.
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.
Why is there an additional charge for the Apollo Monitor correction add-on?
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Why is there an additional charge for the Apollo Monitor correction add-on?
We understand that new charges aren't always welcome, so we want to be clear.
The add-on unlocks a next-gen Apollo X integration, using a higher precision of correction in the real-time implementation, and offering a more efficient calibration process for your room, speakers, and headphones.
Both teams put in significant development effort to ensure smooth performance and ongoing maintenance. Given this, we believe an additional fee for this integration is fair.
Can I try before I buy?
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Can I try before I buy?
Yes, a fully featured free trial for SoundID Reference for Multichannel with the Apollo Monitor Correction Add-on included is available in your Sonarworks Account. No credit card required, no hidden conditions. Experience full confidence in sound today!
If you’re having any issues launching the free trial, follow the directions here.