Monitoring and Referencing Tools

Achieving a mix that sounds great everywhere requires more than just good ears—it demands the right tools. Sonnox’s Monitoring and Referencing Tools are designed to help audio professionals ensure their productions translate accurately across various playback systems and formats.

ListenHub

ListenHub offers instant A/B comparison with reference tracks from streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, or from local files. Analyze frequency balance, dynamics, stereo width, and loudness to ensure your mix holds up against commercial releases. With features like LUFS metering, stepped volume control, and auto-mute protection, ListenHub provides a comprehensive monitoring solution. It functions as both a zero-latency plugin within your DAW and a system-wide app, with remote control via iOS and Android devices.

Oxford Fraunhofer Pro-Codec

Optimize your audio for digital distribution with real-time auditioning of up to five encoding streams simultaneously, including AAC, MP3, and Apple's iTunes+. This tool ensures your mixes maintain integrity across various codecs and platforms.

Codec Toolbox

For a streamlined approach to codec auditioning, Codec Toolbox allows real-time listening through MP3 and AAC formats before final encoding. It's an essential utility for producers aiming to maintain audio quality across compressed formats.

Each of these tools integrates seamlessly with major DAWs and supports formats like AAX, VST3, and AU, ensuring compatibility with your existing workflow. Whether you're mixing, mastering, or preparing content for streaming, Sonnox’s Monitoring and Referencing Tools provide the accuracy and reliability needed for professional results.