Sonarworks SoundID Reference Measurement Microphone XREF20R5

Find out how your room really sounds – and fix it. The Sonarworks SoundID Reference Measurement Microphone (XREF20R5) is an omnidirectional XLR measurement microphone made for SoundID Reference. You use it to measure your studio speakers in your room, so the software can correct the response and your mixes translate better to other systems.

Why customers choose it

• Accurate, unit by unit: every microphone is measured by Sonarworks acousticians against an ANSI-certified measurement microphone and comes with its own calibration profile.
• No sample-to-sample surprises: the individual profile compensates the small differences between mics, for accuracy across the audible range.
• Made for SoundID Reference: the profile loads straight into SoundID Reference (.swmic file); a .txt profile is also included for third-party measurement software.
• Omnidirectional: picks up sound from all directions, as room measurement needs.
• Plugs into your interface: standard 3-pin XLR, powered by +48 V phantom power.

Who it is for

Home and project studio owners, mixing and mastering engineers, producers working in untreated or small rooms, and anyone setting up studio monitors who wants a flatter, more trustworthy sound.

Specifications

Good to know

• You need an audio interface or mixer with phantom power and an XLR cable.
• A mic stand is needed to place the mic at your listening position.
• Each mic’s Profile ID is printed on the microphone – use it to download the right calibration profile from Sonarworks.
• SoundID Reference software is a separate product; Sonarworks offers a free trial.

FAQ

Can I use it with software other than SoundID Reference?

Yes. A .txt calibration profile is included for third-party measurement software.

Does it work with USB?

No. It is an XLR microphone and needs an interface with 48 V phantom power.