

An omnidirectional measurement microphone with an individual calibration profile. Every microphone has been measured by Sonarworks acousticians against an ANSI-certified measurement microphone. This means perfect accuracy within the audible range and freedom from sample-to-sample irregularities.
Every user can download a 21-day trial for SoundID Reference for Speakers & Headphones. Enjoy unlimited functionality and finally hear how your speakers really sound!
Microphone type: electret-condenser
Transducer type: MEMS
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Polar pattern: omni-directional
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
SoundID Reference Measurement Microphone
SoundID Reference Microphone Clip
Individual multi-angle calibration profiles for 0°, 30°, and 90° off-axis measurements, incl. TXT format for third-party use
Valid license for SoundID Reference for Speakers and Headphones, or SoundID Reference for Multichannel
macOS 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey, 13 Ventura, 14 Sonoma
Windows 10, 11
Stable internet connection (offline use not supported)
2.0 stereo speaker system (with or without subwoofer), or a supported 2.1-9.1.6 multichannel speaker system
XLR to XLR audio cable
Microphone stand for multichannel system measurements
Audio interface requirements during the speaker measurement process:
+48v Phantom Power support
The same audio interface must be used for input/output
The audio interface must support and be set to one of the following sample rate formats: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz
The audio hardware setup must consist of a single external hardware device only (additional preamp units are supported)

