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Reference VST plugin (64-bit) is a Shareware software in the category Miscellaneous developed by Sonarworks. The latest version of Reference VST plugin (64-bit) is currently unknown. It was initially added to our database on. Reference VST plugin (64-bit) runs on the following operating systems: Windows. SoundID Reference app for Headphones. SoundID Reference DAW plugin (AU, VST, AAX) for Headphones. 400+ supported headphone models. Activation key for the product license - The product can be activated and used on 3 machines. System Requirements. MacOS 10.12 or later (64-bit only) Windows 7 or later (64-bit only) 2 GB RAM / 1024 x 768 display.

Reference by Mastering The Mix (@KVRAudio Product Listing): REFERENCE is a referencing plugin with powerful tools and never-seen-before insights. Key Features Overview:: Compare your mix or master to up to 20 reference tracks. The powerful Level Match tool allows you to instantly and accurately match the loudness of your track and your references. REFERENCE is available in VST, VST3, Audio Unit, and AAX formats. MAC OSX Requirements. OS X 10.8 or higher. 64-bit AU, VST ⅔, or AAX host. WINDOWS Requirements.

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Installing the Reference 4 plugin

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Sonarworks headphone and room calibration can be applied in DAW (e.g. Cubase, Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, etc.) using the Reference 4 plugin. The plugin can also be loaded in other apps/platforms that feature plugin hosting capability in one of the formats specified below. For example, some advanced music playback apps, like Audirvana, can host plugins too.

Reference 4 installer (download here) will install the plugins into the common plugin folders on your computer. Here are the Reference 4 supported plugin formats and their respective default install directories:

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PC: Windows 7 or higher

  • VST 64-bit: C:Program FilesVSTPluginsSonarworks_Reference4_x64.dll
  • VST 32-bit: C:Program Files(x86)VSTPluginsSonarworks_Reference4_x64.dll
  • AAX 64-bit: C:Program FilesCommon FilesAvidAudioPlug-InsReference4.aaxplugin
  • AAX 32-bit: C:Program Files (x86)Common FilesAvidAudioPlug-InsReference4.aaxplugin
  • RTAS 32-bit: C:Program Files (x86)Common FilesDigidesignDAEPlug-InsReference4.dpm

Tip [WIN]: Custom install locations can be assigned on Windows by clicking on Customize during the installation

MAC: macOS 10.12 High Sierra or higher

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  • VST: /Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST/Sonarworks Reference 4 plugin.vst
  • AAX: /Macintosh HD/Library/Application Support/Avid/Audio/Plug-Ins/Sonarworks Reference 4 plugin.aaxplugin
  • AU: /Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/Sonarworks Reference 4 plugin.component

Locating the plugin in DAW

In most cases, your plugin host app (e.g. DAW) will then recognize the plugin automatically on start-up. However, if it doesn't, please make sure that the plugin is located in the correct folder and your host software is scanning the same folder. For more information on troubleshooting plugin issues please refer to this article.

Tip [WIN]: If the plugin is missing in DAW, make sure you are not mixing up the default VST directory with the Steinberg VST directory:

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  • C:Program FilesVSTPlugins
  • C:Program FilesSteinbergVSTPlugins

Start using the Reference 4 plugin in a DAW

  1. Create a new session or open an existing one in your DAW
  2. Find or open your audio mixer view and locate the stereo master bus. If your new session does not have a master bus (e.g. Pro Tools), please create one
  3. Insert the Reference 4 plugin as the LAST pluginon the master bus.
  4. Load one of the headphone calibration profiles (pre-made headphone profiles are readily available in Reference 4 Headphone Edition; see the full list of supported headphones here) or a speaker calibration profile (Studio Edition) that can be created using Reference 4 Measuresoftware.
  5. Follow the onboarding steps - there are some key aspects for using Reference 4:

We suggest that you keep the Reference 4 plugin inserted on the master bus throughout the entire recording, mixing, and mastering process.

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IMPORTANT! Reference 4 plugin functions as a solution for your individual monitoring setup only! For that reason it should be hard-bypassed rendering your project (turned off completely in the channel strip), to avoid imprinting your unique calibration EQ curve on the track:

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Streamline your workflow with Reference 4 in DAW

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For a more effective solution, a dedicated monitoring bus can be created for Reference 4 (not a part of the master output chain). That way, you can avoid bypassing the plugin for rendering and also avoid the volume drop which is introduced by the Safe Headroom feature. For more information on how to avoid the need to bypass the plugin for mixdown, see this article on our blog: How To Use Reference 4 In Pro Tools, Logic, and Cubase.

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Some DAWs feature dedicated monitoring plugin sections (for example, the Control Room section in Cubase) which are bypassed automatically for rendering. If your DAW has such a feature, we recommend taking advantage of it.

For a more detailed feature and settings review on the Reference 4 plugin, take a look at this Sonarworks blog entry: Getting The Most Out Of Sonarworks Reference 4’s Settings