Our latest 2025 update of SoundID Reference brings improvements for Universal Audio Apollo X integration, eliminates a Steinberg-host freeze, streamlines translation-check workflows, and expands our ever-growing headphone library – now well past 500 supported models. Here’s what changed and why it matters.
Smoother Universal Audio Apollo X workflow
- Measurement mode starts sooner—fewer clicks before you can capture your room or cans
- You can now silence repetitive warning pop-ups, keeping focus on the desired functionality
Missed our integration with UA Apollo X? Head to our website to learn more.
Stability fix for Cubase, Nuendo & WaveLab
A rare but nasty freeze that appeared when the SoundID Reference plug-in was loaded in Steinberg hosts is gone. Open your projects, hit play, and carry on mixing.
Translation-check reliability boost
Both the headphone profile and preset selector now load correctly every time you toggle Translation Check, so you can audition mixes on virtual devices without hiccups.
Smarter output-gain handling & other quality-of-life tweaks
- Output gain now updates only when truly needed—no surprise level jumps at launch.
- Tooltips sit where they should when exporting presets to integrated hardware.
- Install SoundID Reference to folders containing non-Unicode characters without a fuss.
- Cleaner naming conventions across all partner integrations.
Four new headphone profiles—who benefits?
| New profile | Ideal for… |
| HEDDphone TWO GT | Mixing & mastering engineers chasing detail with a slightly warmer voicing |
| HEDDphone TWO | Critical listeners who prefer the stock neutral tuning |
| Valco VMK25 | Podcasters & mobile producers who work on the move |
| Valco VMK20B | Content creators streaming or editing on Bluetooth |
These profiles download automatically after updating. They join 500-plus other models already covered in our supported headphones list.
How to update
- In-app: Settings → Updates → Check for updates (fastest).
- From web: download v5.12.2.31 from the SoundID Reference product page
After installation, your existing calibration profiles and presets remain intact. Update today and get back to mixing – confident that what you hear will translate everywhere. Let us know how it goes in the community forum or on our Facebook page.
