Cubase Changelog

What's new in Cubase 11

Nov 11, 2020

Cubase returns with this major release that encompasses all three editions: Pro, Artist and Elements. Cubase 11 boasts a sheer endless number of new features and enhancements to its studio-grade audio and MIDI tools for composing, recording, editing and mixing.
The Cubase 11 editions are available from resellers and through the Steinberg Online Shop. Various downloadable updates and upgrades, crossgrades, and education versions are exclusively available through the Steinberg Online Shop and the Steinberg website.
Customers who have activated Cubase Pro 10.5, Cubase Artist 10.5 and Cubase Elements 10.5 or earlier versions since October 14, 2020, are eligible for a free, downloadable Grace Period update to the latest version, respectively.
New features:
Advanced Audio Export: Save time with new export queues [Pro]
Sampler Track 2: New creative features including slicing, LFOs and legato glide [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Scale Assistant: Follow, quantize and play live to a set scale [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Advanced Key Editor: Create perfect pitch bends and more [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Global Tracks: Stay in sync more easily [Pro]
Frequency 2: Amazingly precise dynamic EQ for better mixing [Pro]
Squasher: Improve leads, tame bass and enhance reverb for EDM [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Score Editor: Workflow improvements and beautiful new fonts [Pro]
New Samples: Six fresh, exclusive sound and loop sets [Pro, Artist, Elements]
SuperVision: Super-flexible, customizable metering [Pro, Artist]
Imager: Multiband stereo placement for perfect panning [Pro, Artist]
MultiTap Delay Surround Support: Delay in up to 5.1 surround sound [Pro]
Windows 10 Variable DPI: More scaling settings [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Cubase Artists/Elements Upgrades: More bang for fewer bucks [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Multiple Side-Chain: Improved input architecture [Pro, Artist, Elements]
Eucon Support: Latest Avid console compatibility [Pro]
VST Connect SE 5: Resizable HiDPI-ready interface for remote recording solutions [Pro]
Workflow and UI Improvements: Refinements to make your working life easier [Pro, Artist]
Apple Metal Acceleration: Enjoy maximum Mac performance [Pro, Artist, Elements]
SpectraLayers One: Remarkable visual editing and audio source separation [Pro, Artist]

New in Cubase 10.5 (Jul 23, 2020)

New features:
New Range and Event Editing functions [Pro/Artist]:
We have added some new functions to the Range Editing menu: Range to Next Event/Range to Previous Event, Enlarge Range to Next Event/Enlarge Range to Previous Event, Cut Head/Cut Tail, and Set Spacer between Selected Events. Cut Head/Cut Tail can especially speed up your audio cleanup workflow. There are no default key commands assigned to these functions, so feel free to adjust them to your workflow.
Plug-in Report [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
After the issues that some of you had with third party plug-ins following the latest OS updates, we have added the option to create an extensive plug-in report in the VST Plug-in manager, with detailed information about your system’s installed plug-ins,. The report can be used to help with troubleshooting or to create an overview of the plug-in installations on your system when not running Cubase.
Safe Start Mode after unexpected exit [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
In the same vein, if Cubase quits unexpectedly, when you re-start the application the Safe Start window now shows automatically, which will help to point you to the source of the problem - whether Cubase, plug-ins or something different. Safe Start gives you a general first indication what went wrong and can help you to decide on further troubleshooting options. You can also easily locate the crash report from within this window.
Colorize Selected Channels [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
Colorized mixer channels were a longtime feature request and we have received a lot of feedback about this feature since its introduction in Cubase 10.5. In Cubase 10.5.20 you will now find a new Show Color for Selected Channel option in the User Interface preferences, which allows you to highlight the selected channel by colorizing it.
Key commands added for Grid Types [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
We have added new key command menu options for selecting specific grid types. This is very handy if you are creating your own macros which include switching grid types. Again, these commands are not assigned as defaults. You can find them in the Edit category. Use Quantize and Adapt to Zoom will also work with the same assigned key command in the MIDI Editors.
Use Video Follows Edit mode no longer shortens the Project Cursor [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
The Project Cursor is now shown at its full size in Use Video Follows Edit mode.
Remove Multiple Busses [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
You can now remove multiple input or output busses at the same time in the Audio Connections window. This is really useful if you are working with a lot of inputs and outputs.
Enhanced Direct Offline Processing [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
The Direct Offline Processing window now allows you to reset audio processes to their default settings.
Adjustable Event Opacity [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
The new Event Opacity preference allows you to customize the visibility of the event background.
Improved Editing for Level Meters [Pro]:
You can now customize the appearance of level meters for all available scales.
There are also some general changes that you should be aware of
Preference 'Suspend VST3 plug-in processing when no audio signals are received' will be switched off by default [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
In Cubase 10.5.20 this preference (in VST/Plug-ins) will be switched off by default. This eases some technical compatibility issues with third party plug-ins and can improve the general ASIO load. We recommend leaving it switched off for now.
Improved MIDI Clock Latency Compensation [Pro/Artist/Elements/LE/AI]:
Sending MIDI Clock to external MIDI devices now works more reliably. Latency is now consistently compensated when using higher ASIO buffer sizes and also in situations where latency-inducing plug-ins are inserted within the audio signal path (important when working with external instruments). Furthermore, locating the project cursor at various positions and exporting or rendering audio from external instruments synced to MIDI Clock has been improved.
Frequency plug-in - compatibility note [Pro]:
We have fixed two bugs which can slightly alter the sound of the plug-in:
If you have used a band set to Notch, it did not work correctly with Phase Linear mode enabled for this band. Also, setting a band from Peak to Notch updated the UI, but not always the internal processing. Please review instances of Frequency in case you notice audible differences.
We have corrected the following features and functionality:
Editing:
The Range Tool wasn't working as expected in Use Video Follows Edit mode.
Muted audio events in audio parts in the Project window would not show as muted.
Import and Export:
Importing tracks via Track Archives lost their Expression Maps.
Importing multiple audio files with varying sample rates into a project at the same time was not working correctly.
File Type Settings in the Audio Export Mixdown were not remembered.
Importing Tempo Track data via an .smt file could create an invalid project after saving.
MIDI Effects:
The Step Designer would not remember MIDI CC setups.
Automating the MIDI Gate bypass parameter was not working correctly.
MediaBay:
MIDI files with the file extensions .mid or .midi were not displayed correctly.
The favorites list in the MediaBay was not sorted alphabetically.
MixConsole:
The Pre/Post indicator line for insert effect slots was not retrieved correctly when loaded from a Track Preset.
Send slot assignments could disappear after opening a project and recalling a MixConsole snapshot.
Input routing was lost after undoing a recall of a MixConsole snapshot.
The MixConsole context menu could not be opened in the fader area.
Various MixConsole key commands were not available in Cubase AI/LE/Elements.
Plug-ins:
Using automation for the Reset Delay parameter in the MultiTap Delay did not work as expected.
The waveform parameters in Chorus and Studio Chorus were not saved in projects.
Automation of linked parameters in the MultiTap Delay did not work correctly.
The Manual mode in Mod Machine did not work correctly.
Sidechain did not work in the Multiband Compressor when Live mode was enabled.
Audio procession was inconsistent between the Magneto plug-in and its Channel Strip version.
Sampler Track:
The language of the Sampler Control tab differed from the language used in the application.
Sharing projects across different platforms and systems that contained Sampler Tracks could result in audible artifacts or no sound at all.
Using Solo mode in the Sampler Control Zone could result in no sound.
Score Editor:
The Bars field in the Score Editor was working as expected when using "Split Multi-Rest".
Editing the page text could render the application unreliable.
Ornamentation appeared when editing several instruments.
User Interface:
We resolved several contrast issues with black text on a dark background (e.g. when using the MacOS dark mode)
The Windows taskbar could hide parts of the application when the taskbar was placed at the top.
The color settings in Preferences/User Interface were not migrating correctly from previous versions or were not retrieved correctly via Preferences presets.
VST Instruments:
Clicking the Output Bus selector for VST instruments loaded as Rack Instruments could render the application unreliable.
Removing the Reason Rack plug-in from a project could render the application unreliable.
The routing of disabled instrument return channels was incorrect after loading a project and enabling them again.
MIDI port routing was lost after enabling disabled MIDI tracks routed to VST Instruments that support multiple input ports.
Miscellaneous:
Selected file types in Open File… windows were not remembered correctly.
Using Rewire could render the application unreliable.
Configured MIDI Clock destinations were not saved and retrieved correctly with the application.
Using [Shift]+[T] for Enter Tempo did not work.
The video export has been further stabilized.

New in Cubase 10.0.60 (Mar 26, 2020)

New in Cubase 10.0.50 (Oct 25, 2019)

New in Cubase 10.0.30 (Jun 27, 2019)

New Feature:
ARA 2 support is now available with this version. This feature can be found under the Extensions heading. There are three ways to apply ARA-capable Extensions to an audio event:
Audio Menu > Extensions > Choose Extensions (e.g. Melodyne)
Context Menu on Audio Events > Extensions > Choose Extensions
Info Line in project window for selected Audio Events > Extensions > There you can either select an Extension, or you can read which Extension is already active for the selected event.
The Extension item only appears if ARA-enabled extensions have been found by Cubase. If there is nothing on the system, you won't be able to see it in the menu.
Issues & Improvements:
Audio Alignment:
In Cubase 10.0.30, the Audio Alignment function is also able to turn the phase of the signal by 180° if necessary, to provide clean and steady sound.
When applying Audio Alignment with the Prefer Time Shifting option, the inversed phase of the target is detected and corrected automatically. The phase inverse is applied as a real-time process.
The real-time Phase Inverse process can also be applied manually by setting the parameter in the Info Line.
List of resolved issues:
An issue has been resolved where unintentionally applying clips to missing media files could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where Audio Alignment did not work correctly on project sample rates other than 44.1 or 48 kHz.
Improved behavior when assigning multiple busses at once using modifier keys in the Audio Connections window.
An issue has been resolved where selecting disabled items in the Audio Export window were still possible with the mouse wheel.
An issue has been resolved where the Export Channel option in the Audio Export window was not preselected when changing preferences.
An issue has been resolved where overwritten Automation was read incorrectly when the reduction level was set to 0%.
An issue has been resolved where activating Show Data on Tracks in the Automation Panel settings could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where the Mixconvert Center level would automatically be set to -¥ when applying the Audio Connections Output Channels default preset.
An issue has been resolved where the Control Room area would not be displayed correctly when toggling between projects.
An issue has been resolved where converting tracks would not result in expected track names.
An issue has been resolved where certain languages could be displayed in truncated form when working with the Normalize process.
An issue has been resolved where the Scrub tool was not working correctly when using the editor on a secondary screen.
An issue has been resolved where Nudging crossfades in the Quantize Panel when using Folder Track Group Editing could led to nudging events.
An issue has been resolved where scroll bars in the Expression Maps setup window were invisible.
An issue has been resolved where USB MIDI connections were not automatically recovered after temporary disconnecting a device.
An issue has been resolved where the MIDI Device Manager would not automatically reconnect to external MIDI ports.
An issue has been resolved where the MIDI Reset command could reset faders on external controllers.
An issue has been resolved where Input Bus Metering did not work correctly when Direct Monitoring was active.
Improved MixConsole user interface responsiveness when expanding the EQ Rack.
An issue has been resolved where the left zone of the MixConsole would reset every time the right zone was activated or switched.
An issue has been resolved where gain reduction meters were missing on dynamic modules in the MixConsole channel strip user interface.
An issue has been resolved where combining automation of VCA master and slaves could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where, after copying and pasting channel settings, existing pan settings would not be included.
An issue has been resolved where assigning routing for multiple channels at once using the SHIFT modifier key could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where MixConsole Quick Link was not working correctly when using EQ sliders.
An issue has been resolved where VST AmbiDecoder did not receive any signal on output busses.
An issue has been resolved where ModMachines’s manual modulation mode took LFOs into account.
VST Plug-in Manager now allows Enabled/Disabled and Reactivate for multiple selected plug-ins at once.
An issue has been resolved where dragging more than 5000 files between folders in the pool could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where the Legato Mode: Between Selected Notes Only preference was not remembered.
An issue has been resolved where the Connect Sends Automatically for Each Newly Created Channel setting was not working correctly on group channels.
An issue has been resolved where the Reinterpret Bars function did not work as expected.
An issue has been resolved where converting tracks from multi-mono to interleaved format resulted in incorrect track names.
An issue has been resolved where confirming the prompt to switch timeline to bars/beats could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where an automation track inside a closed folder could not be deselected when selecting a new track.
An issue has been resolved where replacing a track picture by dragging a file from the Finder could render the application unreliable (macOS only).
An issue has been resolved where opening the Auto Fade window could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where toggling Visibility Zones in the project window could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where Save and Save As key commands did not work when the HALion user interface was in front.
An issue has been resolved where Generic Remote commands could not access defined Insert plug-in slots.
An issue has been resolved where the Sample Editor Warp Marker changed to being nearly invisible.
An issue has been resolved where switching Workspaces involving the Score Editor could render the application unreliable.
Improved support of double dotted notes.
An issue has been resolved where quitting Cubase with an open pop-up window could render the application unreliable.
Improved stability when loading projects from earlier versions.
An issue has been resolved where certain Track Archive files could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where converting tracks while Automatic Hitpoint creation was active could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where opening multiple Channel Settings could render the application unreliable.

New in Cubase 10.0.20 (Apr 19, 2019)

Issues & Improvements:
Channel Settings window:
The window has been internally reworked to resolve issues such as truncated areas or enlarged faders.
Direct Routing and Show Output Chain can be toggled in the Setup Window Layout menu. Other options have been removed. Please check and adapt your Workspaces when this window is included.
The Always on Top option is now placed in the right-click menu of the Toolbar (or when clicking on the Set up Toolbar button).
Color handling additions:
Cubase 10.0.15 re-introduced the Color tool. Cubase 10.0.20 adds some more additions to Color Handling.
The previous Set up Colors... button in the Colorize pop-up has been moved to menu Project > Project Colors Setup....
In the Presets tab you can easily expand the default color set of 16 colors to 24 or 32. You can also automatically add varying tints on the fly, without ever being forced to setup color shades on your own with a color picker. You can then decide how the colors should be sorted and use the New Color Set area to preview the result.
Once you have changed the color set the application tries to match the current colors to the new ones, so the coloring in your projects remains intact (as far as possible).
All changes you make in the Project Colors Setup window can now be undone.
The main new addition to the Options tab is the return of a preference to allow selecting colors with visible names. Once active, the Colorize pop-ups change to a menu list, showing colors and names together.
In the Color Set tab you can manage your color set more easily:
Use the cog wheel icon to insert, duplicate, remove and reset specific colors.
When you insert a color in-between two other colors, the newly created color is a blend of these two and not plain white.
Context menu additions:
Additional commands have been added to the context menus within the project and editor windows. The most notable change is the inclusion of a Tools submenu. There is also now a context menu available in the Sample Editor and Audio Part Editor.
Intensity parameter in hitpoint detection:
The hitpoints section in the Sample Editor now features a new Intensity parameter and allows you to filter hitpoints by additional characteristics beyond peak threshold.
Depending on the audio material, one or the other will be more effective. However, a combination of both can help to get even difficult cases of selecting hitpoints under control. Working with threshold and/or intensity, both percussive and tonal material should benefit.
Locator range duration:
This is a new item in the Transport Zone (and panel or toolbar) which shows you the duration between the left and right locator in the format of the current primary time display.
You can also edit this value to adjust the locator range. The left locator position will remain the same and the right locator position is adjusted.
Use a simple click on the button of the item to set Locators to Selection or a long click to quickly reverse the locators (see tooltip there).
Plug-in (G)UI updates:
The following plug-ins include updated graphics for high resolution displays. Some of them have had a complete re-design to continue the graphical rework of the plug-in set:
ModMachine
AmpSimulator
Magneto
Quadrafuzz v2
TubeCompressor
Vintage Compressor
VSTDynamics
REVelation
RoomWorks
MonoToStereo
Mix6to2
Tuner
Show notification when switching tool mode with key command:
You may have noticed that pressing a key command (e.g. 1 for the object selection tool) shows a yellow notification of your choice of sub tool. If you find it too distracting, you can switch off this notification in the preferences... > Editing > Tools section.
Steinberg Library Manager support for Cubase content:
This update installs a new version of the Steinberg Library Manager, which is now able to manage not only HALion/Sonic/SE and Groove Agent/SE Content, but also the other Cubase Audio and MIDI Loop content, including PadShop.
Vertically zoom in/out on waveform:
The waveform zoom sliders in the Project Window, Sample Editor and Part Editor can now be operated via key commands.
Dedicated zoom commands have been added to the Edit > Zoom menu and have the default assignment ALT/Option+G and ALT/Option+H.
You can change the assignment in Edit > Key Commands... > Zoom.
Apple T2 chip audio controller compatibility:
Recent Apple Mac computers ship with Apple’s T2 chip, which also provides an audio controller (it’s used when you select the Built-in Audio ASIO driver in the VST Audio System in Cubase).
The architecture is different than in the audio controllers used before, so we had to modify our CoreAudio2ASIO component.
In situations where you plug cables (e.g. headphones) in or out, port connections are now resolved automatically, so you should always have an output on either internal speakers or devices connected to the headphone jack.
In case you need to check details, open the Control Panel for the built-in audio device in the studio setup window.
List of resolved issues:
An issue has been resolved where the draw tools did not work correctly, depending on the selected snap value.
An issue has been resolved where changing tools while the Choose Event Color panel is open could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where the last Expression Map in the Expression Maps Setup window could not be reached when a certain amount of Maps were already present.
An issue has been resolved where involving the MIDI plug- ins Arpache 5 & SX could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where MediaBay related windows only showed up with a noticeable delay after each startup of the application (macOS only).
An issue has been resolved where the settings of the Maximizer module of the Channel Strip were not correctly applied when using the freeze function.
An issue has been resolved where a saved default preset was not applied when the plug-in was inserted via drag & drop from the MediaRack.
An issue has been resolved where bypassing plug-ins did not work correctly when plug-ins were inserted that do not support a native bypass mode.
An issue has been resolved where MIDI overdub recordings using other DAWs with ReWire introduced a noticable additional latency.
An issue has been resolved where re-enabling instrument tracks using instruments with multiple active outputs could lead to orphaned outputs.
An issue has been resolved where Monophonic Mode was not correctly restored when loading a project.
An issue has been resolved where the value of the Filter Envelope Amount was truncated in the GUI.
An issue has been resolved where setting up the Score Editor as Default Editor could leave the application unreliable once the editor was supposed to open in the Lower Zone.

New in Cubase 10.0.10 (Dec 20, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.41 (Nov 2, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.40 (Oct 17, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.30 (May 23, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.21 (Apr 6, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.20 (Mar 9, 2018)

Issues & improvements:
An issue has been resolved where locating between Virgin Territories did not restore the value of the previous Automation Terminator event.
An issue has been resolved where using instruments with multiple enabled Return Channels and additionally routed MIDI channels to the instrument showed the wrong Instrument Return Channel in the Channel Settings window.
An issue has been resolved for certain Intel CPU types where selecting audio tracks could render the application unreliable, dependent of the available instruction sets of the CPU.
An issue has been resolved where switching sample rate, changing the ASIO buffer size or selecting another ASIO driver could render the application unreliable with certain audio interfaces.
Improved compatibility for Marian AD2 audio interfaces when running Cubase in 64-bit Processing Precision.
An issue has been resolved where “Detect Silence” was not working correctly for a multiple selection of events.
An issue has been resolved where 24-bit audio files could not be properly time-stretched.
An issue has been resolved where removing unused media with applied Direct Offline Processes could prevent the project file from saving properly.
An issue has been resolved where the delay compensation and “Ping” feature was not working correctly when running Cubase in 64-bit Processing Precision.
An issue has been resolved where crossfades were not correctly imported when using “Import Tracks from Project”.
An issue has been resolved where Selection Window for Attributes was shown with wrong colors and text was unreadable.
An issue has been resolved where audio files used for Custom Sounds could not be found.
An issue in the Logical Editor has been resolved where using “matches” together with “is empty” could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where closing the In-Place Editor could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where Controller Lane data was not sent when the same MIDI CC was used on Automation Lanes.
An issue has been resolved where drawing the Crosshair Cursor in MIDI Editors worked inconsistent when “Snap” was active.
An issue has been resolved where editing Note Expression data was only applied to the first event of a multiple selection of events.
An issue has been resolved where it was no longer possible to operate Drum Maps after enabling disabled tracks.
An issue has been resolved where MIDI Events outside MIDI Part boundary were colored when their start position was equal to the MIDI Part end position.
An issue has been resolved where opening the In-Place Editor could lead to a no longer working Grid Type “Adapt to Zoom”.
An issue has been resolved where sizing Controller Lanes in the Key Editor could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where the Stroke tool in the Drum Editor was not working correctly with “Adapt to Zoom” enabled.
An issue has been resolved where changing the Event Colors for Grid Match and Chord Track were lost the next time the application was started.
An issue has been resolved where moving the Pre/Post Insert Divider was not moved for channels of Link Groups.
An issue has been resolved where some switch buttons in the Hardware Rack for Steinberg MR/UR hardware could not be changed.
An issue has been resolved where the “e” button was sometimes not responding to mouse clicks.
An issue has been resolved where the MixConsole History stopped logging actions.
The Channel Name area has been improved so that the name no longer disappears when placing the mouse cursor over the name field.
An issue has been resolved where “Auto Track Color Mode” set to "Use Previous Color +1" was not working consistently.
An issue has been resolved where enabling disabled tracks via key command could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where the NotePad section contained content but was not indicated at the Notepad Inspector section.
An issue has been resolved where using a Divided Track List and the In-Place Editor could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where duplicated Sampler Tracks were routed to the wrong output bus.
An issue has been resolved where editing Score Editor settings could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where it was not possible to print more than one page of Score notation.
An issue has been resolved where printing Score Notation was missing the staff lines.
An issue has been resolved where using TrackVersions for Tempo/Signature Track could render the application unreliable when attempting to save the project.
An issue has been resolved where the extraction of audio data from MP4 video files failed.
Additional improvements:
Cubase 9.5.20 now supports access to Insert Slots 9–16, the Channel Strip Module parameters as well as the Cue Sends 1–4 for Generic Remote setups.
Retrologue (version 2.1.10) and Groove Agent SE (version 4.2.50) are updated to improve overall stability on macOS systems.
HALion Sonic SE is updated to version 3.1.0 for Windows and macOS systems.
In Preferences > VST > Plug-ins, a new item “Keep Plug-ins in Memory until the Application Quits” is available on macOS systems. It is enabled by default. This preference improves the overall system stability when removing plug-ins from projects. As a positive side-effect removed plug-ins will load faster the next time they are inserted into a project. It is recommended to leave this preference enabled.

New in Cubase 9.5.10 (Dec 13, 2017)

Fixes:
An issue has been resolved where MIDI Device Automation was not correctly chased and wrong parameter values were shown after locating to different positions in the project.
An issue has been resolved where Direct Offline Processing could not be applied to audio clips in the Pool.
An issue has been resolved where no "New Version" option window was shown when applying processes.
An issue has been resolved where applying processes to audio data edited with VariAudio removed all VariAudio edits.
An issue has been resolved where VST Presets from FX plug-ins could not be dragged from MediaRack to be dropped to the Inserts section in the Inspector.
An issue has been resolved where the FLUX wavetable synth was not installed when a HALion Sonic SE 3 standalone installation was already present on a Windows system.
An issue has been resolved where a selected MIDI output connection was reset to "Not Connected".
An issue has been resolved where merging MIDI Parts could lead to issues with editing data on Controller Lanes afterward.
An issue has been resolved where opening the In-place Editor could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where the red colored key command focus frames where incorrectly drawn.
An issue has been resolved where zooming the channel width, making it very narrow could lead to truncated numerical metering read-outs.
An issue has been resolved where adjusting the HF-Adjust parameter of Magneto 3 had no effect.
An issue has been resolved where pop-up windows were sometimes placed underneath the Windows Task Bar (e.g. Click Pattern Editor).
An issue has been resolved where the zoom slider handles at window edges could be moved beyond their intended range.
An issue has been resolved where MIDI Insert slots in the Lower Zone MixConsole disappeared after zooming the channel width.
An issue has been resolved where Insert and Send slots were cut off in the Lower Zone MixConsole after zooming channel width.
The Track Selection responsiveness for a project with large track count has been improved.
An issue has been resolved where navigating the Track List with a remote controller (e.g. Steinberg CC121) could lead to graphical glitches in the Track List.
An issue has been resolved where Pre/Post Insert slot coloring was inconsistent.
An issue has been resolved where dragging tracks within the Track List could leave a graphical glitch with the green positioning indicator line.
An issue has been resolved where no waveform data was shown while recording on audio tracks (when using 16-bit as record format).
An issue has been resolved where using Custom Symbols could render the application unreliable when trying to open the Score Editor.
An issue has been resolved where time values where sometimes shown cut off (e.g. in Time Display windows).
An issue has been resolved where creating or removing external instruments could render the application unreliable.
An issue has been resolved where MediaBay windows were incorrectly handled when using Workspaces.
Additional improvements:
By default, available ReWire Devices on the system are no longer activated automatically when starting Cubase.
To use ReWire Devices in Cubase, go to the menu "Studio > ReWire > ReWire Setup...". In the ReWire Setup window activate the ReWire Devices you intend to actively use. All activated ReWire Devices will be then listed in the menu "Studio > ReWire". From there you can open the respective ReWire Device to set up the ReWire channels you want to use, just as in previous versions.
The ReWire Setup is stored globally and it needs to be done just once. It is recommended to only activate the ReWire Devices you really want to work with.

New in Cubase 9.5 (Nov 30, 2017)

Zoning 2.0: Speed up your workflow:
Three new sections made their way into the right zone to enhance the flow in your work. The new file browser lets you browse, preview and import your media files in your project without leaving the window; the new metering section in the right zone shows the master and loudness meters to have a lock on your mix at any time; and then there’s the Control Room, providing direct access to your cue and monitor mixes.
Automation editing just got curves:
Cubase 9.5 introduces ultra-precise automation curves for creating and editing smooth transitions, allowing you to go creative with musical build-ups and providing detailed automation lanes — all this while keeping mouse clicks to a minimum. One might think that a streamlined workflow possibly comes at the expense of accuracy. But no, not at all! Even the automation of tracks controlled by VCA faders will incorporate all automation data of the connected tracks and will remain 100% on target.
More Metronome:
You want the click to follow your signature shift? The new Metronome follows your lead no matter where you’re heading! Compose custom click patterns with up to four different accent levels in the new Click Pattern Editor, and assign several different patterns to the Signature Track. Load your own click sounds or select one of the many pre-installed sounds. Every metronome helps you keep in time, but the new metronome in Cubase 9.5 does this so much more effectively.
64-bit mixing engine: Taking your sound to new heights:
Get your mixing down the line — with the new pristine 64-bit floating-point mixing engine you will no longer need to compromise when it comes to quality, precision and realism. The advanced audio engine calculates your summing, mixing and effects processing with double-precision accuracy, performing each task with the utmost level of detail, dynamics and transparency.
More inserts now with flexible pre/post fader:
By doubling the number of insert slots for VST effects on each track, Cubase 9.5 expands your creative horizon, inviting you to experiment with rich effect combinations and plug-in chains. Whether you want to insert your VST effects before or after the fader, the new flexible insert section lets you dynamically adjust the position of the separator and gives you full control of your signal flow.
New looks for Vintage Compressor, Tube Compressor and Magneto III:
Three of the most acclaimed VST processors available to Cubase have received a fresh overhaul. The Vintage Compressor, the Tube Compressor and Magneto III tape saturator shine with redesigned user interfaces and workflow-oriented improvements that bring out the best in each of them.
Direct Offline Processing: Ideal for frequently used processes:
Extend your creative potential with the improved workflow of event-based offline processing. Apply any kind of process offline in a VST plug-in chain for one or multiple selected event — with the feel of real-time effects — without the CPU load. This way you can keep your MixConsole clean but at the same time have paved the way for further non-destructive changes.
HALion Sonic SE 3 feat. FLUX wavetable synth:
The new FLUX wavetable synthesizer library for HALion Sonic SE combines top-notch sound quality and the latest HALion technology with an engaging user interface. The collection of 100 cutting-edge presets for electronic music productions includes leads, basses, pads and effects. All patches are based on a library of more than 70 exclusively designed waves that can also be used to create your own sounds and patches.
Automation range tool:
The new Range Tool lets you edit your automations faster, easier and more convenient. Create a selection on an automation lane and edit segments by simply dragging them without having to create any additional automation markers. The Range Tool adjusts the level, creates ramps and scales the automation in either absolute or relative mode — just like that!
Adapt to Zoom: A clever capability:
New to this point update, Adapt to Zoom helps you to stay in the flow in case you should be constantly zooming in and out of your Cubase project. Zooming out decreases the grid snap level so that the editing level remains effective. Zooming in increases the grid snap level for those surgical procedures at the ground level of your project. Adapt to Zoom will always adjust the grid automatically to your zoom level, allowing you to focus on your work without distractions.
Good-bye and hello video engine:
A new, modern video engine that bade farewell to the QuickTime technology before it was introduced to Cubase 9.5 supports the most relevant codecs, as well as external video cards. As with every new engine, certain adjustments will still have to be made, and we want to keep you posted on further developments made to the new video engine, so watch this space.
Softube Console 1 supports Cubase (Available soon):
Sweden and Germany — two countries come together to celebrate the deep integration of the Console 1 from our friends at Softube with Cubase. You can now select tracks and control various track parameters like volume, pan or sends through Softube’s beautiful hardware controller.
Sampler Track enhancements:
The recently introduced Sampler Track has undergone some changes that will enhance your workflow significantly. Drag any MIDI part in the Sampler Control and start experimenting with the instantly rendered audio file. And experiment you may! You can compare the different settings you make with the convenient A/B mode, safe in the knowledge that its undo/redo capability will always allow you to return to safer ground.
Get inspired by Production Presets:
Cubase 9.5 comes with Production Presets to inspire you when it’s needed and to help you finish your mix when things need to get done. Stunning new FX chain presets for all kinds of instrument and vocal tracks will lend a fresh twist to all your productions. The brand-new mastering track presets is designed for different genres and productions and can be used on the master bus or group channels to help you get your tracks to a professional level.

New in Cubase 9.0.30 (Aug 29, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.0.20 (Apr 28, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.0.10 (Feb 3, 2017)

Fixed an issue where dragging Chord Event across a Divided Track List resulted in a misaligned event.
Fixed an issue where “Follow Chord Track” was not working correctly.
Fixed an issue regarding wrong note colors when using “Chord Track” for event colors.
Fixed an issue where the Quantize Panel did not correctly display the Crossfade section for multi-track usage (via Folder Group Editing).
Fixed an issue where certain setups of the Input Transformer could crash the application.
Fixed an issue where pinned Inspector sections were all closed after loading a project.
Fixed a potential crash issue.
Fixed an issue where Filter Target “Note is equal to” was stuck on “C”.
Fixed an issue where using the Search field on the MediaBay could crash the application.
Fixed an issue where Show/Hide Controller Lanes did not work when Lanes were removed manually beforehand.
Fixed an issue where resizing the Controller Lane area within the Inplace Editor could crash the application.
Fixed an issue where note names where displayed with inconsistent enharmonics (e.g. Bb instead of A#).
Fixed an issue where MicroTuner settings were not applied after reloading a project.
Improved the compatibility of the number attribute for slurs (for import into Dorico).
Improved the compatibility in regard to the encoding of tuplets (for import into Dorico).
Fixed a performance issue when “Auto Select under Cursor” options was activated.
Fixed an issue where VST 3 plug-ins with special characters could not be used.
Fixed an issue where StudioEQ presets were missing in Cubase Elements.
Fixed an issue where panning could be wrong with REVerence.
Fixed an issue where side split LP/HP bands did not properly change type in Frequency.
Fixed an issue where the Maximizer output level was not consistent with the readings from the MixConsole metering.
Fixed an issue where “Open in separate Window” in MIDI Editors was not possible after working in the Controller Lane area.
Fixed an issue where the Overview Line was missing in Cubase LE, AI and Elements.
Fixed an issue where new recorded MIDI Parts were not displayed in open Editor tab in the Lower Zone.
Fixed an issue where remote control devices (e.g. NI Komplete Kontrol) could not follow the parameter mapping correctly while navigating through the track list.
Fixed an issue where Sample Start/End markers were not correctly set after dragging a resized audio event into the Sampler Control tab.
Fixed an issue where re-opening the Sampler Control tab showed no content.
Fixed an issue where the root key color indication on the keyboard display was incorrect.
Improved the compatibility of the number attribute for slurs (for import into Dorico).
Improved the compatibility in regard to the encoding of tuplets (for import into Dorico).
Fixed a performance issue when “Auto Select under Cursor” options was activated.
Fixed an issue where VST 3 plug-ins with special characters could not be used.
Fixed an issue where StudioEQ presets were missing in Cubase Elements.
Fixed an issue where panning could be wrong with REVerence.
Fixed an issue where side split LP/HP bands did not properly change type in Frequency.
Fixed an issue where the Maximizer output level was not consistent with the readings from the MixConsole metering.
Fixed an issue where “Open in separate Window” in MIDI Editors was not possible after working in the Controller Lane area.
Fixed an issue where the Overview Line was missing in Cubase LE, AI and Elements.
Fixed an issue where new recorded MIDI Parts were not displayed in open Editor tab in the Lower Zone.
Fixed an issue where remote control devices (e.g. NI Komplete Kontrol) could not follow the parameter mapping correctly while navigating through the track list.
Fixed an issue where Sample Start/End markers were not correctly set after dragging a resized audio event into the Sampler Control tab.
Fixed an issue where re-opening the Sampler Control tab showed no content.
Fixed an issue where the root key color indication on the keyboard display was incorrect.

New in Cubase 9.0.1 (Dec 7, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5.20 (Jun 15, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5.15 (Mar 9, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5.10 (Feb 11, 2016)

Improvements:
The Hover Control design and operation has been improved for the following items in the MixConsole and related areas in the Inspector and Channel Settings window (in addition to the Inserts, EQ and Sends introduced with Cubase 8.5.0):
Routing Rack
Pre Rack: Now includes indicator of current Low/High Cut band slope setting and also offers two differrent "Show..." options in the context menu of the Rack Header in the MixConsole
Strip Rack
Sends Rack: Now also shows their full target name in the tooltip
Cues Rack
Direct (Routing) Rack
Quick (Controls) Rack: Now also offers two different "Show..." options in the context menu of the Rack Header in the MixConsole
Link Group/VCA area above the faders
Channel Name field below the faders
Fixed issues:
PROJECT: Fixed an issue where double-clicking the Cubase project file did not load the project
PROJECT: Fixed an issue where enabling Folder Group Editing could crash the application in case tracks where hidden in the folder
PROJECT: Fixed an issue where entering a track name using the input method for Japanese characters crashed the application when pressing return
PROJECT: Fixed an issue where dragging Events/Parts could lead to ASIO dropouts on PC Windows systems
PROJECT: Fixed an issue where using editing tools affected the responsiveness of the playback cursor and metering displays on PC Windows systems
TRANSPORT: Fixed an issue where using Punch Points worked inconsistently in some cases
AUDIO: Improved the audio waveform zooming performance on Mac OS X systems using Retina displays
AUDIO: Improved the Audio Mixdown accuracy when exporting projects with VST instruments
MIDI: Fixed an issue where switching window focus from MIDI Editor to Project window could crash the application while in record
CHORD: Fixed an issue where Chord Pad Remote features where not working as expected
SCORE: Fixed an issue where pasting Note Symbols was added to the Undo History but had no effect in the Score Editor
SCORE: Fixed an issue where vertical scrolling was broken in Score Editor when exceeding 126 staves
SCORE: Fixed an issue where certain Quantize settings could lead to a crash when opening the Score Editor
MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where no audio was perceived after the channel was connected to a VCA Fade
MIXCONSOLE: Fixed several VCA Fader issues related to writing automation
MEDIABAY: Fixed an issue in the MediaBay Rack Search field which dropped the first entered character
MEDIABAY: Fixed an issue in the MediaBay Rack Search field where the last used search term was displayed again
MEDIABAY: Fixed an issue in the MediaBay Rack where the division between Filters and Result List area was always set back to default

New in Cubase 8.5 (Dec 3, 2015)

New features:
VST Transit cloud collaboration service brings together musicians and producers from all over the globe
Retrologue 2 provides mesmerizing new sonic capabilities and hundreds of new presets
More responsive MixConsole environment with refined hover controls
Pull tracks from existing projects into your song in only a few clicks, including all settings and content
Upgraded Key and Drum Editors for faster, more intuitive MIDI editing
Enhanced Chord Pads with new Sections play mode and custom chord symbols
Profile Manager stores and recalls program settings and preferences (exclusive to Cubase Pro 8.5)
Better Transport infrastructure consolidated for easier access and improved visibility
Dedicated punch points, independent from locator positions for even more flexibility when recording audio and MIDI
Version 3 of zPlane’s extraordinary élastique time-stretch/pitch-shift algorithm
ATTENTION TO DETAILS:
Transport and recording workflow:
Better visibility, smoother handling and added features mean more effective workflows for even the biggest, most intricate tracking sessions.
Mixing and track handling:
Refining the acclaimed MixConsole environment and proven Cubase track handling tools, version 8.5 makes mixing and manipulating audio channels even more intuitive.
MIDI Editing:
Famed from day one for its MIDI editing toolset, Cubase now offers even more tools and options when manipulating MIDI data, with added tools for both the Key and Drum Editors.
Accessibility and workflow:
Using feedback from Cubase users, we implemented a horde of tweaks designed to make vital functions more accessible and the entire Cubase experience even more responsive.
Enhanced Chord Pads and symbols:
Further enhancing one of the most inspiring songwriting tools available on any DAW, the extended Chord Pads feature will help you break through even the most massive composer’s block.
MediaBay Racks:
Locate your content even faster with MediaBay project racks by clicking through icons and images for VST instruments and their libraries, content packs and preset categories.
RETROLOGUE 2:
Retrologue 2 takes Steinberg’s acclaimed virtual analog synthesizer to a new level, adding many enhancements implemented in a way that are easy and intuitive to use.
Virtual virtuosity:
With many new features and improvements, Retrologue 2 has taken a big step forward without losing its remarkable warm and raw analog sound. An additional third oscillator, new polyphonic LFOs and an additional envelope are just some of the enhancements in the synth section. The highly flexible arpeggiator and five brand-new FX, with the innovative three-band Resonator leading the way, open up new possibilities for over 400 fresh presets that show off what Retrologue 2 has in store for you.
VST TRANSIT:
Cubase in the cloud! With its innovative, DAW-centric approach to web-based musical collaboration, VST Transit can revolutionize production workflows shared between musicians or band members.
Collaboration in the cloud:
Embedded into Cubase, VST Transit is Steinberg’s new cloud collaboration service. Upload audio and MIDI tracks to cloud storage, continue working from another location and synchronize the changes back to the cloud. Or collaborate on shared projects with friends and band members. VST Transit comes with up to 500 MB free storage space and 1 GB free traffic per month.

New in Cubase 8.0.30 (Sep 10, 2015)

New in Cubase 8.0.20 (Jun 4, 2015)

Render in Place (Cubase Artist / Pro only):
The “Render Settings” window has been cleaned up with all options integrated into one window page (the previous 2nd tab “Format” is obsolete).
It is now possible to render tracks in either mono or stereo: For the render options “Dry (Transfer Channel Settings)” and “Channel Settings” the resulting audio tracks keep the formats of their source tracks. A mono track results in a mono track. For the render options “Complete Signal Path” and “Complete Signal Path + Master FX” the resulting audio file format is determined by the output channel of the source track. A mono track, routed to a stereo bus, results in stereo audio files.
Automation:
The option “Automation Follows Events” now takes trimming of events into account.
Additionally it reduces the amount of redundant automation points when moving events with this option enabled.
Editing automation points or inaccurate writing of automation data can result in situations where the values briefly return to their initial value, visible as spikes in the automation curve or as jumping faders. In the Automation Settings, you can set a Spike Detection Range from 0 to 200 ms to adjust the detection window in which these spikes are found and treated by Cubase (Cubase Pro only).
Chord Pads:
When working with Chord Pads, you can now set up MIDI or instrument tracks to use “No Player”. This passes unchanged through MIDI data from your remote keyboard, which is useful for all tracks not suited to play chords at all (such as drum tracks). You no longer need to explicitly disable or close the Chord Pads in such cases.
The Chord Assistant window now gives a hint when no chord has been referenced in order to get suggestions for other chords.
MixConsole:
The “Link Groups Settings” window now includes the option to have the channel selection as part of the link group (or not) which comes also very handy when working with VCA Faders (Cubase Artist / Pro only).
Workspaces:
You can determine the view of external projects when you open them in Cubase: In Preferences > General you have several options now for “Open Project in Last Used View” available to control the behavior (Cubase Artist / Pro only).
Groove Agent SE 4.2 (Cubase Artist / Pro / Elements only):
MIDI Output for Host Recording: Groove Agent SE is now able to send MIDI to Cubase in order to record MIDI notes.
Follow Host Transport: Activate “Follow Host Transport” and Groove Agent SE will start and stop with the transport in Cubase.
Alternate Loop: Alternate loop and reverse alternate loop are now available as new loop modes in the Sample Editor.
Live Mode on Dynamic FX: Compressor, Gate, Limiter and the Expander can know be switched into the low-latency mode.
Pitchbend Support: Pitchbend is now available in the controller lane of the Pattern Editor.
MIDI Channel for Pattern Pads: The Pattern Pads can be triggered using a dedicated MIDI channel.
Other Improvements:
When removing selected tracks Cubase asks for confirmation in case there is still event data on the tracks (or in TrackVersions).
From the File Menu you can now access “Save New Version” which was previously only available as a key command.
In VST Expressions > Expressions Maps > Remote Settings you can define to use either “Key Switches” as before or the new “Program Change Messages” option (Cubase Pro only).
When loadings projects in Cubase the application will prevent the ASIO port setup contained in the project file to override the ports currently in use for the Control Room, External Instruments and External FX. You may want to check your Input/Output setup in the VST Connections window in case you have to deal with ports set to “Not Connected”.
The Export Audio Mixdown windows now offers dedicated options in avoid file name conflicts.
Fixed issues:
BON-6023: AUTOMATION: Fixed an issue that makes playback of Mute Automation more reliable.
BON-7143: EDITING: Fixed a text issue for the Mouse Note Position field for certain languages.
BON-5224: EDITING: Fixed an issue where automation events were wrong after using Global Copy/Paste functions.
BON-8265: EDITING: Fixed an issue where modified default crossfade settings were not correctly applied.
BON-8450: EDITING: Fixed an issue where the up/down arrow keys were not working in the Undo History window.
BON-7408: EDITING: Fixed an issue with the Logical Editor when using presets using Note Expression conditions.
BON-6322: GENERAL: Fixed an issue where dots in a file name were not handled as expected.
GA-3073: GROOVE AGENT SE: Effects: An automated Tube Saturator no longer leads to unwanted distortion.
GA-3158: GROOVE AGENT SE: Effects: The Tube Compressor and Vintage Compressor now adjust the release time when Auto Release is switched off.
GA-3283: GROOVE AGENT SE: Effects: Tube Compressor now updates parameters immediately when adjusted without audio playback.
GA-3095: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: Activating "Port B" now updates Cubase drum maps.
GA-3464: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: Buttons for MIDI Follow and Select Layers via Velocity are now restored with a project.
GA-3142: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: CTRL-A can now be used to select all nodes in the envelope editors.
GA-3214: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: Key command assignment optimized for page section.
GA-3317: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: Saving and loading of the plug-in default settings now work as expected.
GA-3432: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: The MIDI file selector has been optimized to handle a large number of MIDI files in the user folder.
GA-3022: GROOVE AGENT SE: Miscellaneous: The song position display is no longer out of sync when using a Cubase tempo track.
GA-3245: GROOVE AGENT SE: Sample Editor: Fade handles in the Sample Editor can be resetted to default by CTRL-click (CMD-click).
GA-3153: GROOVE AGENT SE: Sample Editor: The release loop is by default always set to "No Loop".
GA-3458: GROOVE AGENT SE: Slice Editor: Full zoom in Slice Editor after trimming a slice is now possible.
GA-3423: GROOVE AGENT SE: Slice Editor: Trimming samples of a sliced loop no longer leads to grayed out slices.
BON-8268: IMPORT: Fixed an issue with the Audio Preview in the Import Audio File window.
BON-6178: INSTRUMENT TRACKS: Fixed the button design for Track Controls on Instrument Return Channels.
BON-6860: MEDIABAY: Improved the performance of the "Shuffle" feature for the MediaBay Result Lists.
BON-8213: METRONOME: Fixed an issue where the first audio click of the Metronome Pre-Count was not audible in some situations.
BON-8809: MIDI PLUG-IN: Fixed an issue where the MicroTuner MIDI plug-in did not correctly modify the pitches when using ALT and moving the sliders with mouse.
BON-8751: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where a default preset for the MixConsole Pre section was not applied to newly created tracks.
BON-6423: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where it was not possible to de-select channels the MixConsole using CTRL/CMD-click.
BON-7825: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where saving a default preset for the MixConsole Pre section was not working.
BON-7759: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where the Slope setting of LC/HC in the MixConsole Pre Rack was not correctly set when loading a project from previous Cubase versions.
BON-7067: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue with the MixConsole Channel Strip Rack when used in Exclusive Mode.
BON-7077: PREFERENCES: Fixed an issue where toggling the "Zoom while locating in Time Scale" preference had no effect.
BON-6137: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the "Listen" key command was not working in the Project window.
BON-7689: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the AutoQ status was not correctly set and displayed after loading a project.
BON-7075: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the key command to toggle the Inspector Standard Section was not working in all languages.
BON-7137: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the Project Root Key was not set after loading a project.
BON-8493: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the Toggle Rack Tabs key command was not working for all languages.
BON-8541: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the Write Automation key commmand was not working when the MixConsole had the focus.
BON-1391: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where very short events were not correctly displayed in some cases.
BON-8624: REMOTE: Fixed an issue where the Generic Remote Window was hidden behind other windows and could not be used.
BON-4894: RENDER IN PLACE: Fixed an issue where not file system safe characters rendered the application unreliable.
BON-6195: RENDER IN PLACE: Fixed an issue where Render In Place did not work for ReWire channels.
BON-6416: SCORE: Fixed an issue where "Select in Loop" was not correctly working in the Score Editor.
BON-8898: SCORE: Fixed an issue where the cross-hair cursor was not visible the Score Editor Page mode.
BON-5379: STABILITY: Fixed an issue where the Automatic Hitpoints Detection could render the application unreliable with very long audio files.
VCON-385: VST CONNECT SE: Fixed an issue that no version information was displayed for the plug-in component.
VCON-387: VST CONNECT SE: Fixed an issue that rendered the application unreliable when switching between multiple project using different sample rates.
VCON-389: VST CONNECT SE: Fixed and issue that rendered the application unreliable when active tracks were disabled.
BON-7391: WINDOW HANDLING: Fixed an issue on Windows systems where the main menu bar disappeared when using "Show Desktop" in Windows.
BON-7563: WINDOW HANDLING: Fixed an issue with Yamaha Studio Manager windows not being correctly displayed.
BON-7323: WINDOW HANDLING: Fixed an offset issue with the menu bar on Windows systems connected to high-resolution displays.

New in Cubase 8.0.10 (Mar 12, 2015)

Highglights:
Performance boost for more instruments, more tracks and shorter loading/saving times
VCA faders for complex mixing and automation workflows
Render in-place: Bounce MIDI and audio parts easily
Chord pads: A great way to playfully and creatively compose with chords
Improved windows handling on PC, dockable rack and MediaBay plus a redesigned Track List
Groove Agent SE 4 Acoustic Agent gives you a world-class virtual acoustic drummer
Plug-in manager: Arrange, sort and group your effects and instruments
New Virtual Bass Amp, Quadrafuzz v2, Multiband Expander, Multiband Envelope Shaper effects
Mixing updates: Virgin territories automation mode, direct routing and Wave Meters
Allen Morgan Pop-Rock Toolbox: 30 construction kits, each with 25 to 30 audio and MIDI loops
Massive engine rebuild:
Cubase 8 is probably the most efficient, and fast DAW software available today. For this version we completely rebuilt the entire engine that runs Cubase to make it much faster, more fluid, more snappy. During development, we set up pretty ambitious target benchmarks, and the results speak for themselves.
Fixed issues:
BON-6925: AUDIO: Fixed an issue where bouncing audio using the élastique Pitch Mode resulted in a drift of the bounced audio material
BON-5474: CONTROL ROOM: Fixed an issue where the Control Room metering was not synchronous with the audio playback
BON-5526: EDITORS: Fixed an issue where the Solo State of Editors were not correctly remembered
BON-7776: GENERAL: Fixed an issue where clicking in a text field did not allow to navigate the cursor properly
BON-7808: GENERAL: Fixed an issue where file browser windows where placed behind other windows, e.g. when operating the "Resolve Missing Files" window (Windows only)
BON-7135: GENERAL: Fixed an issue where parts of the application could not be properly operated or no longer responded after several days of consecutive operation time of the computer (Windows only)
BON-6891: GENERAL: Fixed an issue where the Help window could not be properly used (Windows only)
BON-7073: GENERAL: Fixed an issue where the text of the main menu showed a slight offset (Windows only)
BON-6435: GENERAL: Improved the support for Windows text scaling (Windows 8 only)
BON-6738: IMPORT: Fixed an issue where importing Cubasis projects using the Cubasis Importer led to missing FX channels
BON-6951: INSTALLER: Fixed an issue where "Steinberg" was missing in the name for the "Groove Agent SE Rock Pop Toolbox" in the Add/Remove programs section (Windows only)
BON-6202: MEDIABAY: Fixed an issue where the additional lines in the Logical Search of the MediaBay could not be removed
BON-6207: MEDIABAY: Fixed an issue where the Attribute Filter section of the MediaBay rack was minimized after loading a project
BON-6823: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where deleting output busses made the audio routing of affected channels permanently broken
BON-7100: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where Link Group settings for VCA Faders were not correctly recalled when loading projects
BON-7331: MIXCONSOLE: Fixed an issue where the MixConsole was not correctly restoring its maximized position when minimized before (Windows only)
BON-5544: PERFORMANCE: Fixed an issue with ASIO peaks when using audio drivers from RME
BON-6294: PERFORMANCE: Improved the ASIO load for the DeEsser plug-in
BON-7022: PLUG-INS: Fixed a MIDI timing issue using Yamaha Motif Editor and Yamaha devices setup as External Instrument
BON-6330: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where ASIO-Guard setting "High" resulted in distorted audio for the VST Connect Performer SE user
BON-7756: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where drop-down menus in plug-ins (from FX Pansion) did not work (Windows only)
BON-7231: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where messages from VST Connect SE opened up behind the plug-in window (Windows only)
BON-7152: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where several third-party plug-ins may have rendered the application unresponsive by e.g. opening the MixConsole window
BON-6378: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where the "Live"-mode was not working in the DeEsser plug-in
BON-6169: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where the EQ Curve for the Master EQ in VST Bass Amp was missing
BON-6971: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where the Live mode of the Multiband Compressor and Expander disabled the Gain parameter
BON-7349: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where the Live mode of the Multiband Expander did not work reliably
BON-6911: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where the REVelation plug-in did not correctly recall its bypass state
BON-6579: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where the sidechain input of the Channel Strip DeEsser was not working properly
BON-6088: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue where using the DeEsser in the Channel Strip with an ASIO buffer size larger than 1024 rendered the application unreliable
BON-7392: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue with the 64-bit version of LoopMash FX producing digital noise with some effect types
BON-7207: PLUG-INS: Fixed an issue with the Rotary plug-in producing an audible artifact
BON-6923: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where some values of items of the main Inspector tab had a slight offset and were displayed wrongly
BON-6109: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the "Pin" icon in the Inspector Settings windows was not visible
BON-6409: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the application disappeared from the Windows taskbar when no project was open (Windows only)
BON-6201: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the Channel/Track Visibility was not correctly in sync between MixConsole and Project window
BON-6980: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the Drum Map Track Control was not correctly colored when a Drum Map was assigned
BON-7150: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where the track control item "Instrument" was not working as expected
BON-6119: PROJECT: Fixed an issue where using the key command "Save as New Version" led to wrongly numbered project file names
BON-7075: PROJECT: Fixed an issue with the key command "Toggle Standard Section" for the Inspectors that did not work as expected
BON-6590: RECORDING: Fixed an issue where the cursor jumped back to a wrong position when using ReRecord
BON-6757: RECORDING: Fixed an issue where the Metronome audio click and Precount were not audible in several situations
BON-6591: RECORDING: Fixed an issue where using ReRecord led to previously created tracks being removed
BON-6029: RECORDING: Fixed an issue where using Retrospective Record resulted in no MIDI events to be placed (or placed at a wrong position)
BON-7344: REMOTE: Fixed an issue where Mackie Control did no longer follow changes of Visibility configurations
BON-7253: REMOTE: Fixed an issue where operating the application by mouse was not working properly after opening a file browser window from a hardware remote controller
BON-7742: REMOTE: Fixed an issue where the Master Fader on the Mackie Control appeared twice
BON-4253: SCORE: Fixed an issue where the Score Editor did not restore the window setup layout correctly when using Workspaces
BON-6328: STABILITY: Fixed an issue where the Automatic Hitpoint Detection rendered the application unusable
BON-3969: START-UP: Fixed an issue where no further information was displayed in the start splash screen when the application was starting up (OS X Yosemite only)

New in Cubase 7.5.40 (Mar 10, 2015)

IMPROVEMENTS:
MediaBay: The search functionality in MediaBay has been improved.
ISSUES RESOLVED:
OPERATION MANUAL: The operation manual can now be accessed via the help menu as expected.
RECORDING: A recording problem has been solved.
WINDOW MANAGEMENT: Pop-up windows are now at the right position in case the display arrangement is “upper and lower display”.
WINDOW MANAGEMENT: Pop-up windows are now displayed correctly on dual screen arrangements.
KEY EDITOR: Copy/paste of MixConsole channel settings now includes output destination.
PERFORMANCE: A stability problem related to the "prepare archive" function has been fixed.
PERFORMANCE: Changing the sample rate to more than 176k while having the Channel Strip preset window open no longer renders the application unstable.
PERFORMANCE: Using down/up keys after modifying Note Expression settings no longer renders the application unstable.
PERFORMANCE: The command "set insert length" no longer renders the application unstable.
PERFORMANCE: When applying UNDO to freezed MIDI modifiers, the application no longer becomes unstable.
PERFORMANCE: Nuendo now provides better stability when working with plug-ins based on JUCE framework.
PERFORMANCE: A stability issue related to folder group editing has been fixed.
PERFORMANCE: A stability problem when using groove quantize pattern has been fixed.
PERFORMANCE: Cubase no longer shows VST Performance peaks when playing back a project using an RME audio interface.
PERFORMANCE: Memory problems when working with two projects simultaneously have been solved.
PERFORMANCE: The vertical zoom performance (when automation data is visible) has been improved.
PERFORMANCE: The loading time of large projects has been improved. R-12288 PERFORMANCE: The loading time of VST3 plug-ins with more than 8 ports
has been improved.
EXPORT: Using compressed file formats via “Export Audio Mixdown” and closing the export window after the mixdown no longer renders the application unstable.
VIDEO: [Win 8 only]: Exporting a video file no longer leads to the creation of empty folders.
EUCON: Removing tracks using a EuCon-based console no longer leads to stability problems.
SAMPLE EDITOR: A waveform display error in the sample editor has been solved.
TIME-STRETCH: The accuracy of time-stretching and audio-warp functions has been improved.
PLUG-INS: Activation of an EQ band now works as expected.
PLUG-INS: [64 bit only] A digital noise issue in Loopmash FX 64 bit has been solved.
R-12900 PLUG-INS: Closing a project that contains Vienna Ensemble now works as expected.
R-13254 PLUG-INS: Tube Compressor and Vintage Compressor now work as expected with Auto Release switched off (update of release time).
R-13342 PLUG-INS: The internal EQ parameters are now matching the value displayed on a hardware control surface.
R-13497 DRIVER: Selecting the built-in driver in the Device setup menu no longer renders the application unstable.
R-13171 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.10 only] Nuendo 6.5 is now fully compatible with OSX 10.10.
R-13155 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.10 only] Removing insert effects from insert slots no longer renders the application unstable.
R-12985 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.10 only] The revert-function no longer leads to stability problems when the project setup dialog is opened.
R-12945 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.10 only] Nuendo no longer becomes unstable before showing the save confirmation dialog.
R-12693 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.10 only] The middle click now works properly.
R-9567 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.10 only] The marker buttons now correctly locate to markers (if the tempo track is active).
R-9512 OPERATING SYSTEM: [OSX 10.9 only] A graphical issue related to non- modal windows on Retina displays has been solved.
R-13353 KEY EDITOR: The velocity of muted notes no longer remains red and is not visually muted.
R-13265 KEY EDITOR: Snap On/Off in the Key Editor is no longer broken by the horizontal snap of the Note Expression editor.
R-13217 COMPATIBILITY: When loading a Cubase AI/LE project, plug-ins are now shown correctly in the Channel Strip.
R-13490 INSTALLATION: [Mac only] An empty folder is no longer installed at "/Library/Application Support/Steinberg/Groove Agent SE/GA Sub Presets/" when installing NEK 6.5.
R-12978 KEY COMMANDS: Moving notes in the Drum Editor via CMD+A (Ctrl+A) plus arrow keys is now working as expected.
R-12814 MEDIA BAY: A MIDI loop playback problem with HALion Sonic SE has been fixed.
R-13402 MIDI: The MIDI modifier bypass now works as expected.
R-13230 MIDI: The assignment of MIDI ports has been improved.
R-13389 MIXCONSOLE: A graphical issue in the MixConsole has been solved.
R-13386 MIXCONSOLE: The most right channel no longer gets cropped when all channels are locked left or right in MixConsole.
R-13384 MIXCONSOLE: The Gain knob now shows a background color.
R-12919 MIXCONSOLE: A wrong labeling of a menu item in the EQ pop-up window
has been corrected.
R-12988 MIXCONSOLE: Copy/paste of MixConsole channel settings now includes output destination.
R-12073 CONTROL ROOM: A graphical issue when switching between the Meter tab and Control Room tab has been solved.
R-11660 CONTROL ROOM: The Control Room loudness preset name field is not truncated anymore.
R-13393 NOTE EXPRESSION: Note Expressions now work reliable in cycle mode.
R-13059 POOL: A folder in the Pool can now be correctly set as a record folder.
R-13385 ROUTING: A routing issue when using frozen tracks has been solved.
R-13396 SCORE EDITOR: Hide/Show of MIDI notes now works as expected in the Score Editor.
R-13395 VST EXPRESSION: A VST Expression playback issue has been fixed. R-4521 IMPORT: The Auto-play option no longer disappears when a media file is
selected in the listbox.
R-13130 MARKER WINDOW: A navigation problem in the marker window has been solved.
R-13127 STEINBERG HUB: The offline page is now displayed correctly in Nuendo. R-12721 TRACKS: Frozen audio tracks no longer continue to play when an unrelated midi track is set to solo.
R-12716 HARDWARE: Opening a file dialog via a hardware control surface no longer leads to graphical problems.
R-13274 HARDWARE: CPU spikes no longer occur when using RME audio cards.
R-9189 OTHER: A graphical issue in the device menu has been solved.
R-13226 OTHER: The "Track Control Settings" window now shows Japanese strings correctly.
R-13258 OTHER: The "Select from cursor to end" function now works as expected. R-13314 OTHER: Changing text font settings now works correctly for multiple
selections.
R-13399 OTHER: Switching between different Controller Lane setup presets via key commands (if more Key Editors are opened at once) now works as expected.
R-12403 OTHER: Menu entries now work correctly after loading projects with many tracks.
R-10302 OTHER: Moving a folder to another tracklist while tracks within the folder are selected no longer puts these tracks outside of the folder.
R-13349 OTHER: Under certain circumstances, audio playback no longer stops randomly when the EQ is enabled.
R-13373 OTHER: A mouse-over problem related to the “Range Start” and “Range End” labels has been solved.

New in Cubase 7.5.30 (Sep 4, 2014)

IMPROVEMENTS:
Performance:
The performance when importing a large number of audio files has been improved.
The reliability of the video engine has been improved (OS X only).
ISSUES RESOLVED:
Project:
CHORD TRACK: The Chord track now works correctly when recording while Chord track is used with a virtual instrument.
EDITING: A frozen instrument track is now muted when the solo editor is used with the part editor.
EDITING: Quantization of audio material when AudioWarp is applied no longer renders the application unreliable.
EDITING: The “invert selection” function in the key and drum editor now works correctly.
EDITING: Midi CC automation is now chased correctly.
EDITING: The sound playback now works as expected when an audio part is edited in the sample editor.
EDITING: The mouse time position can now be edited without limitations.
EDITING: The curve tool in the key editor no longer wrongly modifies velocity values when drawing in the articulations/dynamics lane.
EDITING: Removing pre-populated buttons in the Favorites Tab of the Score Editor no longer renders the application unreliable.
EDITING: The command “select in loop” no longer selects controller events before the loop.
PROJECT LOGICAL EDITOR: Certain parameters are now stored correctly.
LIST EDITOR: The List Editor no longer renders the host application unstable if it is closed when having the status line open.
MIDI: The performance of the MIDI Editor has been improved with regards to the behavior of the SOLO function.
MIDI: The MIDI connections in the MIDI device manager are now stored correctly.
MIDI: MIDI chase now works correctly when multiple channels are used on the same MIDI track.
MIDI: Drag & drop of a MIDI file into an existing MIDI track no longer leads to name changes.
MIDI: The controller lane type of the key editor is now set correctly on first opening.
STEINBERG HUB: The function “remove from list” now works as expected in the project assistant.
STEINBERG HUB: The Steinberg Hub no longer renders the application unreliable.
MARKER: The selection of multiple markers within the marker window now works correctly.
MARKER: A problem with the auto scroll function within the marker window has been solved.
MEDIA BAY: The location tree can now be sorted in alphabetical order.
TRACKS: Moving a folder into another folder no longer leads to tracks being placed outside the folder.
TRACKS: A graphical issue when clicking on the Inspector’s visibility tab has been solved.
EXPORT AUDIO: BWF timecode information is now included correctly when a batch export is performed using cycle markers.
EXPORT AUDIO: The audio batch export now works more reliably when using markers in the project.
Score:
SCORING: A zooming issue has been corrected.
SCORING: Editing a user symbol no longer renders the application unreliable.
SCORING: An inconsistent behavior of shift+double click on a symbol or text has been corrected.
MixConsole:
CONTROL ROOM: The cue sources in the control room are now saved correctly.
CONTROL ROOM: The status of the control room modules is now saved correctly.
CONTROL ROOM: A graphical problem within the control room window has been solved.
CONTROL ROOM: If monitor A is removed, monitor B is no longer increased in volume.
CONTROL ROOM: The AI knob of the Steinberg CC121 now controls control room sliders correctly.
MIXCONSOLE: Unexpected behavior of the Channel Link function relating to inserted plug-ins has been resolved.
MIXCONSOLE: The channel width is no longer set below the minimum size when switching from a multi-display setup to a one-display setup.
MIXCONSOLE: Logging a channel to the right no longer causes problems with certain cut-off and zoom functions.
VST:
PLUG-INS: Certain problems with compatibility of UAD-plug-ins have been solved.
VST INSTRUMENTS: A problem with selecting audio and instrument tracks has been solved.
VST INSTRUMENTS: The instrument name no longer changes automatically when the track name is changed.
VST INSTRUMENTS: An issue related to the auto track renaming scheme (instrument tracks 2.0) has been solved.
VST INSTRUMENTS: Unmute statuses of instrument tracks are now stored correctly.
VST INSTRUMENTS: The output chain display for monotimbral virtual instruments is now working correctly.
VST INSTRUMENTS: An instrument track no longer loses the output channel configuration when stored as a track preset.
VST INSTRUMENTS: A graphical issue related to Groove Agent has been solved.
VST INSTRUMENTS: Track presets from previous versions of Cubase can now be applied without output connection problems in the current version of Cubase.
VST INSTRUMENTS: An export or import of track archives of instrument tracks with more outputs no longer causes missing automation.
VST INSTRUMENTS: Mute status of instrument tracks is now stored correctly.
VST INSTRUMENTS: MIDI events are no longer locked when unfreezing an instrument track.
VST INSTRUMENTS: VST presets can now be saved correctly for Native Instruments Massive plug-ins.
MISC:
OMF: Japanese characters are now displayed correctly after OMF import.
OMF: The volume automation is now displayed correctly after the import of embedded OMF from Final Cut Pro.
OMF: A playback problem with an existing video file when importing OMF files into the same project has been solved.
REMOTE CONTROL: A wrong display of the menu item no longer renders the application unreliable.
EUCON: Closing Cubase no longer leads to stability issues when the EuCon adapter is loaded.
OTHER: Changing the origin time of any VST Sound audio file no longer renders the application unreliable.
OTHER: “Solo Defeat” now works correctly even when switched on/off a couple of times.

New in Cubase 7.5.20 (Apr 9, 2014)

IMPROVEMENTS:
New Preference: Record-Enable allows MIDI Thru:
This new preference can be found in Preferences > Record > MIDI and is enabled by default. Disabling it gives you the option to monitor MIDI tracks just like audio tracks: Record- enabled MIDI/instrument tracks “thru” MIDI data only if the Monitor button is enabled.
This helps eliminating doubled notes with record-enabled MIDI tracks. This preference should be disabled when recording MIDI data (e.g. with a MIDI drum set) on a track which should be played back with a VST instrument but is monitored via external MIDI sound generator while recording.
Please be aware that this preference is described incorrectly in the current “New Feature” PDF as “Deactivate MIDI Thru for Record Enable” and will be corrected as soon as possible.
TrackVersions: Delete Inactive TrackVersions:
There are two new commands in the TrackVersions menu to clean up a project of inactive TrackVersions. They remove all TrackVersions, which are not active or not in use in the current project. The “Delete inactive versions of selected tracks” command deletes TrackVersions of all selected tracks, while “Delete inactive versions of all tracks” deletes TrackVersions from the whole project without the need to select tracks first.
Control Room Improvements:
Monitor states are now saved and recalled per project instead of being stored globally.
A new preference controls the Talkback behavior in Playback/Record mode (Preferences > VST > ControlRoom > “Auto Disable Talkback Mode”).
Graphical layout and various elements have been re- structured for better accessibility, and the main Control Room section can now be displayed together with the metering section.
Control Room and Headphone volume now feature bigger knobs.
A CTRL/CMD click on Control Room Level sets it to the Reference Level (instead of 0 dB).
Channel/track visibility: Key command for “Update configurations”:
A key command is now assignable to “Update visibility configuration” in the key command window under Channel/Track Visibility.
Steinberg Hub: Remove recent projects from list:
In the Recent tab of the Steinberg Hub’s Project Assistant, opening the context menu of an entry now offers a “Remove from list” function.
Project window toolbar: Additional buttons:
A global “Listen” and “Suspend Automation” on/off button has been added as well as a “Automation Follow Events” on/off button.
New Preference: Colorize folder track controls only:
This new preference in Event Display > Tracks restricts the colorize track control settings to folder tracks only instead of being effective for all track types.
RESOLVED ISSUES:
Project: An issue that interferes with the "Save" and "Close" behavior has been resolved.
Project: Toggling between projects with a MIDI track located before an instrument track in the track list now works as expected.
Project: Rack instruments behave now as expected when working with several projects at the same time.
Project: Searching for hidden tracks using "Find tracks" now makes hidden instrument tracks visible.
Project: Unmuting a folder track now unmutes all tracks inside the folder as expected.
Project: The agent "Hide muted tracks" works now on muted instrument tracks.
Project: The behavior of side scrolling with a Logitech mousewheel has been corrected.
Project: "Import track archive" works now as expected.
Project: The preset name of the Track Control Settings is now visible.
Project: The navigation of the In-place Editor works now as expected.
Project: "Punch in" works now as expected in Re-Record mode.
Project: A problem involving the pre-/postroll time display in Japanese language has been resolved.
Project: Gluing two MIDI parts no longer leads to unwanted transposition of certain notes.
Project: Resizing parts in locked tracks is no longer possible. Project: A visual problem with frozen tracks has been resolved.
Project: "Select Tracks with Same Version ID" no longer shows automation lanes of instrument tracks.
Project: Locked tempo/signature tracks remain locked after re-opening a project.
Project: The ¢ symbol of the time signature palette of the Score Editor creates now a 2/2 time signature.
R-11341 Audio: Automatic hitpoint detection now works reliable.
R-11777 Audio: Audiowarping in the Sample Editor now works as expected.
R-11603 Audio: A problem with the visibility of the grid in Audiowarp has been resolved.
R-12206 Audio: A rare problem in VariAudio that rendered the application unreliable has been resolved.
R-12393 Audio: When ASIO-Guard is enabled dropouts no longer occur.
R-11220 Audio: The "Replace by" offline processing function works now as expected.
R-8581 Audio: Exporting a stereo mixdown to a new project now inserts a stereo audio file on a stereo track.
R-12334 Audio: Closing the window after exporting MP3, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis no longer renders the application unreliable.
R-12106 Audio: Exporting a 5.1 surround audio mixdown with the option "Wave split file" no longer renders the application unreliable.
R-10343 Audio: A visibility problem of the "Resolve Missing Files" window has been corrected.
R-11362 Instrument tracks: The agent "Hide muted tracks" now works on muted instrument tracks.
R-11092 Instrument tracks: The name of the main output of an instrument is now shown correctly on audio returns.
R-11350 Instrument tracks: Unmuting folder tracks involving instrument tracks work now as expected.
R-11364 Instrument tracks: Muting instrument tracks and MIDI sub-tracks now works as expected.
R-11352 Instrument tracks: The "Mute" key command now works for instrument tracks in the Project window as expected.
R-11872 Instrument tracks: The preference "Select Track on Background Click" now works properly for audio return tracks.
R-11003 Instrument tracks: Copy-pasting MIDI data now works for instrument tracks on the Project page.
Instrument tracks: Selecting all inputs in the VST Instrument Rack now selects the correct instrument track.
R-11371 Score: Print out now works as expected in Cubase Artist.
R-10583 Score: Activating the function "Animate Note Cursor" now works as
expected.
R-11999 Score: Key commands for all symbol palettes are now available.
R-11044 Score: A problem with redundant and missing key commands has been resolved.
R-11790 Score: Zooming behavior of the zoom tool now works as expected.
R-11758 Score: Filter checkboxes now update as expected when key commands are
used.
R-11748 Score: The box symbol in the replace mode is printed as expected.
R-11518 Chord Assistant: The state of the cadence mode is now recalled correctly.
R-11271 MixConsole: Clicking on the EQ bypass button while holding the Option/Alt keys now works as expected.
R-12196 MixConsole: Load/save EQ presets are available again in the Channel Settings window.
R-11146 MixConsole: The solo defeat function of instrument tracks now works as expected.
R-11255 MixConsole: A problem with the visibility syncing between MixConsole and Project window regarding instrument audio returns has been corrected.
R-11129 MixConsole: The function "Deactivate all mute states" now works as expected after selecting "Mute input" on virtual instruments.
R-11144 MixConsole: It is now possible to switch the visibility of collapsed folders that contain other folders inside the MixConsole.
R-11010 MixConsole: A rare graphical glitch on the horizontal scroll bar of the MixConsole has been corrected.
R-12362 MixConsole: Inputs and outputs can now be assigned using QuickLink on MIDI channels.
R-12189 MixConsole: A problem involving the visibility of the horizontal scroll bar in the MixConsole has been resolved.
MixConsole: The preference "Select channels/track on solo" now works as expected when enabling the solo input of VST instruments.
R-11333 MixConsole: The solo button now works on external instruments as expected. R-11109 Automation: The function "Activate/deactivate write (read) for all tracks" now
affects the Quick Controls, too.
R-11100 Automation: Read mode is now enabled when pressing the write button.
R-11670 Automation: The command "Show used automation on a selected track" no longer opens the automation of the selected track’s group channel.
R-11841 Automation: "Delete automation of selected tracks" and "Delete all
R-11840
R-12201 Plug-in: The loading time of projects using HALion 5 has been improved.
R-11956 Plug-in: The Phaser plug-in works now as expected.
R-11111 Plug-in: An issue in VST Connect SE that may render the application unreliable under OS X 10.9 has been resolved.
R-11112 Plug-in: Saving the project under OS X while VST Connect SE is connected to VST Connect Performer now works properly.

New in Cubase 7.5.10 (Feb 12, 2014)

New in Cubase 7.5.0 (Dec 13, 2013)

New in Cubase 7.0.6 (Sep 19, 2013)

Improvements:
MixConsole:
Visibility improvements:
MixConsole now features better overall visibility and resize and window restore behavior. Depending on the zoom level, the channel names are now displayed on two lines instead of one and the font is rescaled for better readability. Mono / stereo / surround channel format now sports corresponding visual symbols. The Pre, Sends and Quick Control sections now feature consistent behavior of overlay controls. In addition the order of MIDI insert effects can now be changed, and individual MIDI effects can be copied via drag and drop.
One-click plug-in access:
Plug-ins in MixConsole can now be opened with a single mouse click on their slot position.
Workspace support:
The windows configuration and layout of MixConsole is now fully captured and restored when using Workspaces.
Voxengo CurveEQ 3.2.5 update:
Improved audio processing performance by up to 30%
A static spectrum can now be loaded from a WAV file directly
A "Load CSV" and "Save CSV" text file function has been added
Routing is now configured automatically
The EQ curve display now continously refreshes
When moving a control point close to the maximal or minimal frequency, Curve EQ remains responsive.
Spectrum matching is now working correctly across all groups.
Improved audio stability:
To improve the overall audio stability under Windows, Cubase now ensures that the ASIO driver threads are using Windows MMCSS (Multimedia Class Scheduling Service).
Improved UAD compatibility:
Cubase 7.0.6 features improved UAD compatibility, preventing “sample rate mismatch” issues.
Issues resolved:
PROJECT: Unfreezing a pasted Group Track now works as expected.
PROJECT: When using the Arranger Track in "Pause after Repeats" mode, pressing the play button will start the playback immediately on the next Arranger Track event as expected.
PROJECT (OS X 10.8 ONLY): Opening a project from a location which uses Unicode characters in the file path now works as expected.
PROJECT (OS X ONLY): The horizontal zoom direction in the Project window (CMD and mouse wheel) no longer switches depending on the "Natural scrolling" system setting and will always zoom-in like on PC.
MIXCONSOLE: Setting MixConsole to full screen in a dual monitor configuration and reopening the project on a single monitor system no longer locks MixConsole to full screen mode.
MIXCONSOLE: Unexpected resizing issues after changing the height of MixConsole no longer occur.
MIXCONSOLE: The names of channels, insert plug-ins and channel strip modules are now displayed with the correct font size.
MIXCONSOLE: After switching the EQ band type, the focus frames in the Channel Settings window now disappear as expected.
MIXCONSOLE: The pre filter in the Channel Settings window now shows the on/off/bypass buttons.
MIXCONSOLE: Insert preset names are updated correctly when the insert effect is changed.
MIXCONSOLE: Track pictures on channels in MixConsole are now always centered properly.
MIXCONSOLE: The Solo defeat tooltip now displays the correct modifier ("ALT+CTRL").
MIXCONSOLE: Pressing a key on the computer keyboard does not interrupt writing automation.
MIXCONSOLE: Disabling a track no longer disconnects the side-chain inputs of the hosted plug-ins.
PLUG-INS: Besides the channel strip module, Cubase Artist 7 now shows the regular plug-in version of Vintage Compressor.
R-9186 PLUG-INS: Multiband Compressor no longer causes inaccurate audio if very short audio events are processed.
R-9245 PLUG-INS: The "Live" button state of Multiband Compressor is now restored correctly when opening a project.
R-8149 PLUG-INS: Opening a project created in a previous Cubase version and using bridged VST 2 plug-ins now works without issues.
R-8296 AUDIO: The Offline Process History now displays plug-in names correctly. R-8070 VSTEXPRESSION: VST Expression map symbols are now shown as
expected.
R-8868 VSTEXPRESSION: It is now possible to scroll through long VST Expression Maps.
R-8823 SCORE: Printing a score under OS X now works as expected.

New in Cubase 7.0.5 (Jun 28, 2013)

Improvements:
MixConsole:
Key Commands to select Control Link groups:
New key commands can be assigned to select the previous or next Control Link group in the MixConsole.
Key Commands for Channel and Rack configurations:
New key commands can be assigned to select Channel and Rack Configurations 1-8.
EQ/Filter transition option:
A new, global “EQ/Filter transition” option in the Functions menu of the MixConsole has been added (soft/quick). It controls how fast the EQs and filters respond to sudden parameter changes. Especially when automating parameters the soft setting helps to avoid audio artifacts.
Visibility:
Channel configuration display:
The channel configuration (e.g. 2.0, 5.1 etc.) is now also displayed for Group and FX channels in the Project window. It can be configured in the Track Control Setup.
Folder tracks color:
Folder Tracks now supports the "Colorize Track Controls" settings in the Preference menu.
Workflow:
Improved track selection:
A new preference in the editing section named "Select Track on Background Click" has been added. It allows to select a track by clicking in the Project window workspace area.
Generic Remote Editor improvements:
The menus in the Generic Remote Editor have been redesigned to offer a better structure of functions and parameters as well as a search field.
Issues resolved:
MIXCONSOLE: Texts related to Insert slots no longer mask each other when hovering over the slots.
MIXCONSOLE: The preset names of insert effects are now displayed correctly.
MIXCONSOLE: When closing a folder in MixConsole, which contained a selected track, Track 01 is no longer accidently selected.
MIXCONSOLE: Tracks in the Zones section can now be scrolled/selected correctly, even if the track list exceeds the Zone section window length.
MIXCONSOLE: The channel width can no longer be smaller than the given minimal size.
MIXCONSOLE: The commands “Deselect/Select all” now works correctly for all channel types and across linked MixConsoles.
MIXCONSOLE: The name of insert effects are no longer cut-off, instead they are shown correctly now.
MIXCONSOLE: The track height setting is now saved correctly with the project file.
MIXCONSOLE: Channel strip module sections can now be expanded even if the respective tracks are frozen.
MIXCONSOLE: Linking properties are now fully considered when freezing tracks.
MIXCONSOLE: When resizing MixConsole, pictures and notes will remain visible.
MIXCONSOLE: Entering channel numbers now works as expected. MIXCONSOLE: The word-reduction algorithm now displays readable
characters at the end of the track name field at all times.
MIXCONSOLE: All functions of the channel strip’s context menu now work correctly.
MIXCONSOLE: The ALT+SHIFT command related to solo defeat now works as expected.
AUTOMATION: Automation parameters related to the REVerence reverb are now considered in offline bounce (non-real-time export).
R-8102 PLUG-INS: The width parameter of the Phaser plug-in now works correctly.
R-8104 PLUG-INS: VST Amp Rack tuner now works more precisely.
R-6086 RECORDING: Punch in and punch out no longer cause any glitches.
R-5375 PROJECT: Another issue when closing the application has been resolved (“Waiting for Video service”).
R-7778 PROJECT: PPQ length is no longer affected by the song tempo when applying Logical Editor presets.
R-8288 PROJECT: Key commands for Control Link groups work as expected. R-8143 PROJECT: Resaving of pre-v7 Projects making use of MPEX3 offline
timestretch does no longer lead to corrupted project files.
R-7935 VIDEO: When using an external video output device, the colors are reproduced correctly now.
R-8136 VIDEO: The video playback now runs smoothly during background creation of video thumbnails.
R-8054 MIDI: Using pedal sustain (down) and playing the first note on no longer causes hanging notes.
R-4344 NUAGE: In the center section, it is now possible to select multiple events. R-5683 NUAGE: Scrolling a large number of tracks within the mixer works now
seamlessly.
R-6731 REMOTE: On EuCon and WK-Audio remote control surfaces, fade in and fade out now work correctly in Edit Mode.
R-8152 KEY COMMANDS: The color tool can now be accessed via key commands. R-7738 KEY COMMAND: Routing of multiple tracks now works correctly with SHIFT
+ command.)
R-7832 PERFORMANCE (OS X): Continuous repeating performance spikes do no longer occur.

New in Cubase 7.0.4 (May 16, 2013)

Improvements:
MixConsole improvements:
Visibility improvements:
Better overall visibility of several icons and buttons as well as improved text readability of several parameters and values. The MixConsole focus indicator (white rectange) has been softened for being easier on the eyes.
Exclusive mode for channel strip modules:
Individual channel strip modules can now be shown in exclusive mode to improve overview on small monitors. Exclusive Mode is accessed with the menu button beside the Racks button in the MixConosle toolbar then select "Show One Channel Strip Type".
New loudness meter options:
Loudness meter settings can now be stored/recalled as presets. There are new options to set the true peak value lower than -6 dB and to freely define the reference level (to allow for non-EBU specification).
Chord Track improvements:
PitchCorrect Chord Track integration:
The PitchCorrect plug-in can be now set up to use the Chord and Scale information in realtime from the Chord track in a project. To do so, load PitchCorrect on the desired audio track and set the Scale Source to “Chord Track – Chords”, then create a MIDI track and set its output to PitchCorrect in order to pass on the Chord/Scale events.
Improved Make Chords function:
The Make Chords function (Project > Make Chords) now offers two new options: If “Detect Arpeggios” is enabled, there is a great improvement in how arpeggiated notes are interpretedas Chords. Additionally, you can enable the “Interpret Sustain Pedal” option which takes care of finding Chords by notes played within an opened Sustain Pedal phase.
Text Input for Chords:
It is now possible to create chord events by entering text when using the Chord Editor. Using the tab key you can create a row of chords events in quick succession, which is ideal if you input chords from a lead sheet.
Chord Track preference "Hide muted Notes in Editors":
This new preference controls if events should be hidden from the MIDI Editor displays instead of just showing them as muted notes on MIDI/Instrument tracks that follow the Chord track. In case they can not be properly mapped according to the used "Follow Chord Track" mode. You can find this preference in the section "Editing > Chords".
MIDI improvements:
New MIDI Reverse function Mirror:
This function visually mirrors MIDI events in a Part and can be used as an alternative way of reversing a MIDI phrase in case the Reverse function does not create the desired result.
Adding a new MIDI track with increased channel:
When adding a new MIDI track via the Add track window, the newly created track will use the MIDI port from a selected MIDI channel and increases the channel number automatically.
Import Karaoke Lyrics as Text:
This new MIDI File Import preference controls whether karaoke text (lyrics) are imported from a MIDI file as SMF- Karaoke (SMF-Event #5) or converted to "Text"-Events. SMF-Karaoke events can be viewed in the List-, but not in the Score Editor. "Text"-Events can be edited in List- and the Score Editor. "Lyrics" (SMF 5, "Karaoke") will be displayed in italic, while "Text" (SMF 1) will be displayed in bold. "Text", that is imported from a MIDI file and has been SMF-Karaoke before, will be exported as SMF-Karaoke when exporting that project to a MIDI file again.
Audio improvements:
ASIO Driver Setup wizard:
This new dialog provides information to help select the relevant drivers of the audio hardware connected without the need to open the Device Setup window. The dialog pops-up on first program launch or after a new ASIO driver hardware has been installed or connected to the computer.
VST Connection Helper:
If no input- and output busses as well as "Studio" monitors have been setup in the VST Connections, an orange warning showing "Not Connected" will be displayed in the Status Line of the project window. When clicking at this notification, the VST Connections window opens to define the audio hardware ports for the audio input- and output busses. This helps to avoid the situation "Cubase is playing back, but I can't hear anything".
Mute VariAudio segments:
In Pitch & Warp mode, each VariAudio segment includes a mute (X) symbol now. With this symbol, you can mute individual note segments. The mute state can also be applied for multiple selected notes via the mute key command [Alt+M].
Other improvements:
Return of the colour tool:
The Color Tool is now available again in the toolbar!
Handling of track pictures:
The track pictures browser now opens by double clicking the track pictures field.
Paste Relative to Cursor:
This new command pastes multiple objects while keeping their relative position to the project cursor. You can find it in the menu ""Edit > Function > ""Paste Relative to Cursor"". The Key-Command is [SHIFT+V] is assigned by default.
Improved vertical Zooming:
When zooming vertically in the Project window the zoom behaviour now respects your track selection, trying to keep the tracks as stable as possible in the view. If events are selected, vertical zooming will focus around the event selection instead. Vertical zooming in the Key / Drum Editor works in a similar way, either trying to keep all the MIDI events centered in the view or with focus on selected events first.
Improved Track/Channel Search:
The Track/Channel Search function has been improved for use with folder tracks and is now also available as a key command.
Faster Project load times:
Projects using a large number of plug-ins are now loaded significantly faster.
Modern colour setup:
The color setup handling has been modernized.
Issues resolved:
PROJECT: Switching between project no longer resizes the projects. PROJECT: A problem was solved that ocurred when closing Cubase.
PROJECT: The save time of the preferences and closing time of the application have been improved.
PROJECT: Deleting a barline now works as expected. PROJECT: Splitting events in the project window with Follow Chord Track
enabled no longer responds sluggishly.
PROJECT: Entering values in the transport panel behaves now as expected.
PROJECT: The default color handling of events works now as expected.
PROJECT: The Tempo Editor now follows the color settings as expected.
PROJECT: Folder tracks arm behaves now as expected.
PROJECT: The MediaBay now retains its always on top status.
PROJECT: The Cubasis importer works now as expected.
MIXCONSOLE: Maximizing or reopening the MixConsole no longer affects the width of the channels.
MIXCONSOLE: Channels that are locked left or right are always visible now. MIXCONSOLE: When mixers are linked, closing one of them does no longer
not break the link.
MIXCONSOLE: Agent to show connected channels now takes all cases of Direct Routing into account.
MIXCONSOLE: Copy/pasting operations in the MixConsole updates the EQ Curve as expected.
MIXCONSOLE: The volume is no longer affected after selecting "Deactivate all listen states" in the Control Room.
MIXCONSOLE: The behavior of the Send Pan from a Stereo Channel to a Mono Group works now as expected.
R-7648 MIXCONSOLE: The labeling of the MixConsole is displayed correctly after resizing the mixer.
R-7647 MIXCONSOLE: Collapsed Channel Strip modules work now as expected when working with linked mixers.
R-7330 MIXCONSOLE: The StudioEQ now works as expected using different sample rates.
R-7498 MIXCONSOLE: The names of chained channels in the Channel Settings are now displayed correctly.
R-7271 MIXCONSOLE: Zooming the MixConsole no longer affects the background graphics.
R-7270 MIXCONSOLE: The size of the fader channel view has been adapted in relation to the mixer window.
R-7258 MIXCONSOLE: The scroll bar of the MixConsole is now displayed correctly.
R-7106 MIXCONSOLE: The "Link Mixer" command works now as expected.
R-6552 MIXCONSOLE: The level meter of the SurroundPan behaves now as expected.
R-7265 AUDIO: The sound quality of VariAudio has been improved VariAudio segment transitions no longer create audible glitches.(please see known issues and solutions for details).
R-7586 AUDIO: After pitching scales in VariAudio the audio updates faster than before.
R-7384 AUDIO: Clicking on Undo using VariAudio no longer renders the application unreliable.
R-7758 AUDIO: The correct waveform is now displayed after bouncing in place. R-7632 AUDIO: Drag & dropping audio files from OS X's Finder to Nuendo no longer
renders the application unreliable.
R-7422 AUDIO: Using the Offline Process History no longer renders the application unresponsively.
R-6964 AUDIO: The "Tail" function of the Audio/Plugin process no longer renders the application unreliable.
AUDIO: The timestretching values now behave as expected after closing and reopening the project.
R-7429 PLUG-IN: Turning the drive parameter of the Vintage and Tube Compressors to high values no longer affects the panorama.
R-5143 PLUG-IN: Using the MonoDelay as an offline process works now as expected.
R-7443 MIDI: Drawing many MIDI parts with many notes and/or controller data no longer creates performance issues.
R-7284 MIDI: Exporting MIDI files with lyrics works now as expected.
R-6324 MIDI: Recording in MIDI editors now work as expected.
R-6283 MIDI: The MIDI length adjustment finally no longer works unexpected during export and import.
R-6015 MIDI: The cycle range visibility in the Key Editor now behaves as expected. R-7428 SCORE: The step-input and the MIDI-input of the Score Editor works now
as expected. R-6438 SCORE: The Score Editor Font underline works now as expected. R-5280 REMOTE: Mackie Control Jogwheels scroll smoothly now. R-4972 REMOTE: The Jog value is no longer locked to the zoom factor.

New in Cubase 7.0.3 (Mar 28, 2013)

MixConsole improvements:
The Functions menu in the MixConsole now offers an entry to toggle "Constrain Delay Compensation" on/off
The Channel Configuration in the Channel Edit window is now readable in the window title bar.
Channels locked to the left or right zone are now separated wit h a small gap between the un - locked channels.
The scrolling behavior for multiple linked MixConsoles has been improved.
It is now possible again to set "Sync Selection in Project Window and MIxConsole" in the Preferences under Project & MixConsole .
For eac h MixConsole window it is now possible to toggle "Scroll to selected Channel" individually from the Functions menu.
The visual i ndication of "Bypass" and "Disabled" has been improved for Channel Strip modules and the Equalizer.
The visual indication of "PR E" or "POST" of MixConsole Sends has been improved.
Underneath the name label of each channel the channel width will be displayed (if MixConsole contains channels with different channel widths).
Steinberg Hub improvement:
Score Editor:
When selecting a symbol in the symbol inspector the layer is automatically changed to an appropriate layer and the user is in formed about this.
Plug - in Information Window:
The "Update Plug - in Information" function can be cancelled now.
Default colors for track types:
It is now possible to define default colors for various track types in the Preferences (Appearance: Colors)
MediaBay improvements:
In the Save Preset window t he last used location to save a preset is now remembered.
EuCon Adapter improvements:
The EuCon Adapter has been updated to version 6.5.1.5.
On EuCon the MixConsole Racks now open automatically when correspo nding sections are chosen on the surface.
On EuCon the Lo / Hi Cut filters of MixConsole are accessible via the "INPUT" knobset.
On EuCon the Channel EQ of MixConsole and its parameters are now accessible via the Channel Strip modules / knobset.
On EuCon all relevant Appsets have been updated to enable the operation of Mixer Agents. VST Connect SE documentation The VST Connect SE d ocumentation has been overhauled, updated and localized into six languages.
Issues resolved:
7093 PROJECT: Audio Statistic and Spectrum w indows now work properly in always on top mode.
5309 PROJECT : The metronome c lick no longer goes out of sync when changing the tempo on the fly in cycle m ode .
4323 PROJECT : Entering text into Notepad now works as expected.
7056 PROJECT: Using the “Divid e track l ist” function no longerenders the application unreliable.
6993 PROJECT: Track Coloring scheme now works as expected when the trac k gets created automatically for example by dragging audio on to it .
5789 PROJECT: Auto Track Coloring now works properly when adding a track .
5354 PROJECT: Backup project now also work s properly when the Poject has missing files .
5237 AUDIO : Enabling Constrain Delay Compensation no longer bypasses every insert effect after saving/reloading the Project.
6525 AUDIO : If ASIO
Guard is enabled, inserting a plug
in no longer le ads to out of sync audio playback.
4553 AUDIO : Application now accepts AIFF files larger than 2 GB .
6442 AUDIO : The drawn waveform in the Sample Editor is no longer out of sync with the audio sample data.
6766 AUDIO : The Elastique Algorithm setting is now saved andestored properly with the Project .
6105 AUDIO : Freezing a track , which contains audio events in MXF or FLAC format s, no longer leads to dis k overloads.
4406 AUDIO : Dissolve parts
function now works correctly on audio parts even if the part contains a crossfade that is outside the part.
6862 AUDIO : Project audio files are now opened correctly even if the original file path has changed, e.g. when opened on a different computer. Backing up the project now also works correctly.
MIDI: Solo in Key Editor now works properly when “ Follow Chod Tack ” is enabled for the track.
5497 MIDI: Editing in the Key Edito s controller lane with the pencil tool now works as expected.
6647 MIDI: When c hanging note
velocity or pitch in the Key Editor ’ s info line , the acoustic feedback now works properly.
6900 MIDI: S witching between parts in the Key Editor no longer leads to any graphicalefresh issues in the controller lanes.
7074 MIDI: Several issues with the MIDI Device Setup have beenesolved.
6991 MIDI: The d elete doubles command no longer fails under specific circumstances.
6877 MIDI: A dding a position line to Logical Edit or no longerenders the application unresponsive.
7088 SCORE: Opening a MIDI Part in the Score Editor no longer potentiallyenders the application unrespons ive.
6953 SCORE: removing prepopulated buttons in the F avorites Tab of the Score Editor no longerenders the application unreliable.
6952 SCORE: The signature display i n Score Editor is now always in sync with the signature and tempo track and updates properly .
6924 SCORE: Importing block text from anTF file is now working correctly.
6318 SCORE: Moving aehearsal symbol with the mouse is now visualized ineal time.
6994 SCORE: Inserting Lyrics into the Score Editor no longerenders the application unresponsive.
7242 MIXCONSOLE: Scrolling in MixConsole via Curs o Keys no longer leads to edraw issues.
7193 MIXCONSOLE: The Master Output channel will no longer disappear under certain circumstances.
7079 MIXCONSOLE: Mix Console no longer opens with erratic sizeanges.
7179 MIXCONSOLE: MixConsole nowe stores the channel width correctly at all times .
7077 MIXCONSOLE: The minimum zoom level of MixConsole no longer increases width instead of decreasing.
MIXCONSOLE: The size of the Channel Settings windows is now saved properly with the Project.
6982 MIXCONSOLE: When using User Panels , the value cell in horizontal faders are no longer invisible .
5671 MIXCONSOLE: T he size of theack view no longer increases each time MixConsole is c losed andeopened.
6744 MIXCONSOLE: The name of tracks and plug ins are no longer hard truncated but sens ibly shortened.
6124 MIXCONSOLE: When MixConsole is in full screen mode and always on top is enabled, the fader section no longer esizes incorrectly.
5808 MIXCONSOLE: MixConsole no longer shows variousedraw issues.
6754 MIXCONSOLE: Changing the high s helf band to p arametric filter no longer shows a Q of 0.0 when 1.0 is set.
7174 MIXCONSOLE: The controls of the channel strip modules now correctly change values counterclockwise when using circular movement.
7098 MIXCONSOLE: Setting the MIDI channel for quick
linked channels now works correctly.
7024 MIXCONSOLE: When loading VMX channel state files, the Volume level isead correctly now.
7011 MIXCONSOLE: Switching workspaces no longer deselects the current channel.
6372 MIXCONSOLE: When loading a project the bypass state s of inserted plug
ins are properlyestored now.
6805 MIXCONSOLE: Using a k ey command for "Move to pre
fader" option of the sends in MixConsole now works correctly.
6762 MIXCONSOLE: Saving a VSTi output channel as a Track Peset and then adding a new audio track from this Preset no longer leads to unexpected results.
6659 MIXCONSOLE: Scroll to selected channel now work s properly when the mixer window is closed.
6590 MIXCONSOLE: Saving a second MixConsole conf iguration and switching back to first configuration while Set up Window Layout is opened no longerenders the application unreliable.
MIXCONSOLE: F ine a djust ing t he panner movement by pressing Shift now works correctly.
6033 MIXCONSOLE: The on / off button in the Pre section now works correctly.
7104 PLUGIN : VST 3 plug in parameter automation data is no longereversed for specific plugins.
6585 PLUGIN : The gain setting of external effects now follows +12 dB fader setting in Nuendo properly.
5909 PLUGIN : An openEVerence plug in window no longer enders the application unreliable .
3693 PLUGIN : T he Pre / Post FX menu i n VST Ampack now works properly .
6270 PLUGIN: Available plugin pesets are no longer missing for certain plugins (such as Compressor) .
6965 PLUGIN: Selecting Presets for the MIDI Insert Quantize plug in now works as expected.
7103 PLUGIN: The Chorder MIDI plug in no longer transposes chords one octave down by accident.
6956 PLUGIN: The External FX plugin now measures the I/O latenc y correctly.
6737 PLUGIN: The External FX connections are no longer lost when an output preset is selected in VST Connections.
6888 PLUGIN: The MonoToSereo plugin no longer plays a small audio snippet from the start of the waveformegardless of the song position.
6696 PLUGIN: Inserting the VST Connect SE Cue Mix plugin into Controloom Cue 14 no longer leads to an unresponsive state when closing the application.
6 517 PLUGIN: Saving andestoring a GEQ10 and GEQ 30 Preset that uses a d ifferent EQ type other than Trueesponse now works properly.
7196 MEDIABAY: When tagging WAV files all chunks are written correctly to the WAV file now.
5456 VIDEO : Video Offset now workseliable . Please check the Video Offset (ms) value in Device Setup "Video Player" for Projects created in Nuendo 5 or 6.0.2.
2793 TRANSPORT : The "BAR" digit is no longer truncated for pre and post
roll when operating system is set to Japanese language.

New in Cubase 7.0.2 (Mar 9, 2013)

Improvements:
Additional key commands assignable for MixConsole features
Improved context menu on EQ bands
Load/save settings of selected MixConsole channels (VMX file support)
Track Presets for Group / FX / VST Instrument return and Input / Output channels
Appearance settings: preview and custom colors for MixConsole value cells
Full track header coloring
Fixed Issues:
PROJECT: Saving a Preset with the “/” character in the name no longer renders the application unreliable.
PROJECT: Pressing “Cancel” on the “Add Instrument Track” dialog no longer leads to an unpredictable state of the application.
PROJECT: The new “Find Tracks” search function now also finds tracks that reside inside folders.
PROJECT: Resulting audio files from a recording are now always placed in the correct folder.
TRANSPORT: Scrub function now also works reliably on MIDI Parts. VIDEO: After starting playback the video window no longer remains black for
several seconds.
MIDI: When setting a voice in the voice-menu, notes are now updated correctly.
MIDI: The Step Input blue cursor can now be placed correctly with the mouse .
MIDI: The MIDI length adjustment no longer works unexpected during export and import.
SCORE: Notes are no longer moved accidently to 1/1/0 on mouse over.
PLUG-IN: The mouse input of the Chorder plug-in now works as expected.
AUTOMATION: Pre Gain Automation is no longer missing in Cubase.
MIXCONSOLE: Increasing the fader height no longer hides dB labels.
MIXCONSOLE: Linking rack sections and insert bypass now work as expected.
MIXCONSOLE: After changing the order of the channel strip modules in an instrument track the playback now works as expected.
MIXCONSOLE: The channel strip modules in the Inspector for VST return channels are now available.
MIXCONSOLE: The MixConsole window position is now saved correctly when using workspaces.
R-6305 MIXCONSOLE: The Channel Edit window is now saved correctly when using workspaces.
R-6303 MIXCONSOLE: When a folder is collapsed in MixConsole, simultaneous assigning of I/O to multiple tracks now works correctly.
R-6275 MIXCONSOLE: Load / Save a Track Preset of VST instrument tracks now works as expected.
R-6260 MIXCONSOLE: On MIDI tracks assigned to a VST instrument, the PAN control is no longer missing in the Inspector.
R-6315 MIXCONSOLE: In the Channel Settings window the command “Show output chain” now works as expected with VST instruments supporting multiple outputs.
R-6241 MIXCONSOLE: The inserts of a frozen track can now be bypassed correctly in the Channel Settings window.
R-6333 MIXCONSOLE: The VU meter in the Inspector is no longer mono only. R-6502 MIXCONSOLE: The channel meter preference fallback time now works
reliably .
R-6239 MIXCONSOLE: While browsing Presets, the Channel EQ curve is now updated correctly.
R-6447 MIXCONSOLE: When an EQ preset is loaded, the EQ controls in the Channel Settings window are now updated properly.
R-6185 MIXCONSOLE: When working with 88.2 kHz as Project sample rate, the EQ points are now always in sync with the EQ curve.
R-6340 MIXCONSOLE: Slider values cannot be changed when dragging in the vertical direction.
R-6383 REMOTE: The Pop-up “Control Setting” panel in Remote Control Editor no longer renders the application unreliable.
R-6379 REMOTE: The DM2000 remote is now remembered correctly when selected as Remote Device.
R-6562 HARDWARE: The AI Knob works now as expected when the maximum Fader volume is set to +12 dB instead of +6 dB. Please make sure to install TOOLS for CMC V1.1.2
HARDWARE: CMC-FD: The function “To Selected Channel” works now as expected. Please make sure to install TOOLS for CMC V1.1.2.
R-OSX HARDWARE: Under OS X 10.8 it is now possible to switch the sample rate without issues.

New in Cubase 7.0.1 (Dec 19, 2012)

Issues resolved:
Project: Selecting a Project template, e.g. “Blues Rock Production” no longer leads to an unresponsive application state.
Project: Displaying track pictures in the tracklist within the Project window works seamless.
Editing: Double-clicking to open the crossfade editor no longer renders the application unreliable.
Editing: Copy/Paste of a range selection in Sample Editor or MediaBay will no longer lead to a "Realtime Algorithm has been deactivated" message.
Editing: Editing Length Values in the Logical Editor now works seamless.
Editing: After saving a new preset in Logical editor, the presets are listed correctly.
MIDI: Intensive velocity edit operations in the Key Editor when the track is set to Hermode Mode Tuning (HMT) playback no longer renders the application unresponsive.
MIDI: MIDI-Reset message is now transmitted on all MIDI channels as expected.
MIDI: MIDI track events sent to an instrument are no longer played back twice after changing the output routing.
Score: On PC systems the print tabulatur over more than one page no longer miss note lines on the second page.
Score: On OS X systems the printout from scores no longer shows unwanted horizontal and vertical lines.
Chords: The localization of chord types has been improved.
Chords: In the Key Editor Chord Editing Tab, chord types are no longer greyed out until a chord is selected and the labels on the Chord Buttons are easier to read.
Chords: When the Chord Editor is open other key commands are also available.
Chords Executing “Make Chords” will overwrite and erase any existing chords.
Chords: Chords to MIDI now creates expected results, regardless of chosen time formats of chord and target MIDI track (musical vs. time linear).
Chords: The velocity of auditioned notes is now the same for notes which have been created by dragging Chord events onto a MIDI track.
MixConsole: The high and low-pass filters are no longer active when bypassed and won’t produce unwanted artefacts.
MixConsole: In dual screen setups the mixer no longer jumps from the 1st to the 2nd screen as soon as "Channel Racks" is activated.
MixConsole: Enabling/disabling areas in MixConsole no longer lead to dissarranged areas when MixConsole is closed and re-openend.
MixConsole: Copy/Paste of Send Effect and settings no longer results in a non-active Send and wrong height of Send Rack.
MixConsole: The size of the Channel Setting window now remains intact when closed and reopened.
MixConsole: The on/off state of the “Show Track Pictures” option is restored correctly.
MixConsole: If two or more channels are linked together, the “activate side- chain“ state of the Standard Compressor channel strip module is now linked properly.
MixConsole: Using the channel strip on frozen channels now works reliable.
MixConsole: After switching presets of the EQ channel strip module, its parameters displayed correctly.
MixConsole: Dragging a user preset from MediaBay onto MixConsole no longer renders the application unreliable.
Plug-in: Resizing the plug-in window now works as expected for plug-ins which support it.
Plug-in: Inserting the Tube Compressor channel strip module or activating its side chain no longer produces a short noise.
R-5422 Plug-in: MixConvert V6 is now available as plug-in.
Plug-in: Under Mac OS X older iLok protected VST plug-ins such as Audio Ease Speakerphone 2, will no longer render the application unreliable
Plug-in: VST Connect SE connections are now more reliable.
R-5679 MediaBay: The MediaBay Location checkbox icons are displayed correctly.
Remote: Working with MediaBay via a remote control no longer leads to unexpected shutdown of the application.
Remote: FX Sends Level can now be remote-controlled properly also if Project Settings are set to +12 dB Fader in Project Setup.
Hardware: The included REV-X/Channel Strip plug-ins of Steinberg MR/UR hardware now have an icon for preset operation.
Hardware: Under OS X 10.8 it is now possible to switch the sample rate without any issues.
Localization (OS X only): Cubase now runs in same language as specified for the system.

New in Cubase 7.0.0 (Dec 5, 2012)

New in Cubase 6.5.4 (Sep 11, 2012)

New in Cubase 6.5.3 (Aug 10, 2012)

New in Cubase 6.5.2 (Apr 4, 2012)

New in Cubase 6.5.1 (Mar 15, 2012)

New in Cubase 6.5 (Mar 1, 2012)

New synths on the block:
Phat, phresh and phunky:
Ideal for creating fat and funky lead and bass sounds, Retrologue offers those old-school analog synth sounds and biting sonic blocks. Grab your keyboard and start creating memorable hooks with its two multi-oscillators featuring up to eight detunable voices each, plus an earth-shattering sub- and noise-oscillator.
Out-of-this-world atmospheres:
Straight from the Steinberg sound lab, Padshop boasts granular synthesis at its finest to create fantastic-sounding spheres and dramatically moving textures which evolve over time. Fasten your safety strap, tweak the knobs and get ready to expand your universe.
Supersonic sidekicks:
Filling the floors:
DJ-EQ is an easy-to-use three-band equalizer with the typical kill switches you find on professional DJ mixers. It was specially made to recreate the atmosphere of a live floor performance right in your studio.
Create your own blend:
Filtering is an art all its own and we just cultivated it: the new MorphFilter effect brings the superior filter types of Steinberg’s HALion 4 sound creation system to Cubase. MorphFilter allows you to blend between the classic low, high and band-pass filters heard on countless records.
More insane tones for your guitar:
The VST Amp Rack guitar tone suite now features a maximizer and limiter as new stomp box effects, as well as level meters and brand-new classic and signature presets crafted by world-class guitarists from bands the likes of Meshuggah, Emperor, and Accept.
One step closer to perfection:
Comp as you are:
Cubase’s already impressive lane comping system just got better! Tailored closely to the requests of our professional users, we optimized the comping workflow by introducing a dedicated Comp tool. Handy click-and-drag features give you the results you want in a more intuitive and faster way.
Warp this way:
Cubase 6.5 fuses the hitpoint and AudioWarp system and embeds warp quantizing directly into the dedicated quantize panel. By creating warp markers straight from hitpoints, single audio loops or the entire arrangement can be non-destructively quantized with a single mouse click. Lock those grooves together!
Intercommunication 2.0:
Export your mixes directly to SoundCloud, save up to 60% disk space while recording with the new FLAC support and connect ReWire client applications to Cubase in a pure 64-bit environment.
Connect to the cloud:
Upload sounds and mixes directly from Cubase to your SoundCloud account, and share your original music with your social networks. Collaborate and distribute within the cloud and bask in the spotlight!
Size does matter:
Cubase 6.5 now integrates the lossless FLAC audio compression codec throughout the application. Import and export FLAC files in a breeze and save up to 60% disk space when recording audio tracks in real time using the FLAC format!
ReWire 64-bit support:
Cubase 6.5 now connects your favorite ReWire client applications in a pure 64-bit environment under Windows and Mac OS X!
Ni hao ma?:
Cubase 6.5 is the first Cubase version ever to provide the entire user interface in simplified Chinese. We welcome our Chinese-speaking friends around the world!

New in Cubase 6.0.5 (Nov 28, 2011)

Improvements:
Automation handle visibility - Automation handles are now displayed independently from any zoom level as soon as the mouse cursor is placed over an automation lane. If automation handles are selected, handles on all other automation lanes are displayed as well.
Support for WK-Audio ID-Console / ID-Mix-VU - Cubase 6 now fully supports the WK Audio ID-Console / ID-Mix-VU to ensure seamless integration.
Video engine optimizations - Under Windows OS, Cubase 6.0.5 features further improved decoding performance for Motion JPEG OpenDML video in AVI containers as well as Photo JPEG material.
Issues resolved:
Project: "Delete time" command now works properly if signature track is enabled.
Record: Sample rates different than 44.1kHz no longer lead to multiplication of lanes due to wrong overlap resolution on project load.
Record: Recording MIDI in “merge” mode no longer creates additional MIDI parts instead of merging.
Comping: Copying comped audio events no longer leads to moving instead of copying the events.
MIDI: Reloading a previously saved project in Cubase Artist no longer disables the input transformer of MIDI Tracks.
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MIDI: Dragging a part no longer leads to inaccessibility on newly created MIDI tracks.
VST Expression: When playing back in cycle mode all VST Expression commands are executed entirely.
MediaBay: Enabling the "Align beats to project" and "Wait for project play" options no longer leads to playback issues with loops in the MediaBay previewer.
MediaBay: Naming folders with dots no longer leads to cropped names in the result view.
MediaBay: Deleting multiple attributes for an item no longer affects other attributes than those selected.
MediaBay: When the preference "Scan unknown file types" is active, audio files without file extensions are now properly recognized when scanning.
VST Bridge: VST 2 32-bit plug-ins in Cubase in 64-bit mode under Mac OS X Lion are now displayed properly.
VST-Bridge: Under OS X certain plug-ins no longer show up as bridged even though they were updated to support 64 bit.
Plug-in: The range scale of the Micro Tuner MIDI plug-in now reflects +/-100 Cents accurately.
Plug-in: When using HALion Sonic SE in GM mode and exporting MIDI tracks, the resulting Standard MIDI files include all program changes.
Plug-in: Using REVerence as an offline process plug-in now works properly.

New in Cubase 6.0.4 (Sep 9, 2011)

New in Cubase 6.0.2 (May 4, 2011)

New in Cubase 6.0.1 (Mar 30, 2011)

Fader Cap Color Intensity: To better distinguish between track types, the fader caps in the Mixer can now be colored with distinct colors for different tracks. The intensity of coloring can be freely adjusted in File > Preferences > Appearance > General > Fader Cap Color Intensity. The default intensity is set to zero (white fader caps).
Drag Opacity: As a replacement for transparent events like in Cubase 5, a new behavior has been implemented: when dragging Events or Parts in the Project window, dragged objects reduce their background color opacity as long as the object is moved with a pressed mouse button.
This reveals the grid lines of the Project window underneath the content of the dragged object and allows you to align the peak of a waveform exactly with a specific line of the grid. It can be also used to align the content of one object exactly with the content of another one.
As a consequence, it is now general behavior that dragged Events (or Parts) no longer leave their image at their original position in the Project window. However, while dragging an object, press the [ALT] modifier key (which is used for copy) to display the object at its original position from where it was dragged. The Drag Opacity can be adjusted freely in File > Preferences > Event Display > Drag Opacity from full to zero opacity. The default setting is a medium value.
HALion Sonic SE context menu: The HALion Sonic SE context menu opened at the HSSE Quick Controls section has been extended with the ability to assign controls to Cubase Quick Control slots and to show corresponding Automation Lanes (just like it is with the other VST 3 plug-ins included with Cubase 6).
HALion Sonic SE Preset Browser: The default setup of the attributes now contains "Library Name" as default when using the Filter pane in the Preset Browser. This makes it easier to filter the preset list
down to the content of specific content sets, for example, VST Sound Instrument Sets.
OMF Import / Export: This feature is now available for Cubase 6 64-bit on Mac OS X.

Cubase Changelog

What's new in Cubase 11

New in Cubase 10.5 (Jul 23, 2020)

New in Cubase 10.0.60 (Mar 26, 2020)

New in Cubase 10.0.50 (Oct 25, 2019)

New in Cubase 10.0.30 (Jun 27, 2019)

New in Cubase 10.0.20 (Apr 19, 2019)

New in Cubase 10.0.10 (Dec 20, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.41 (Nov 2, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.40 (Oct 17, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.30 (May 23, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.21 (Apr 6, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.20 (Mar 9, 2018)

New in Cubase 9.5.10 (Dec 13, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.5 (Nov 30, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.0.30 (Aug 29, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.0.20 (Apr 28, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.0.10 (Feb 3, 2017)

New in Cubase 9.0.1 (Dec 7, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5.20 (Jun 15, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5.15 (Mar 9, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5.10 (Feb 11, 2016)

New in Cubase 8.5 (Dec 3, 2015)

New in Cubase 8.0.30 (Sep 10, 2015)

New in Cubase 8.0.20 (Jun 4, 2015)

New in Cubase 8.0.10 (Mar 12, 2015)

New in Cubase 7.5.40 (Mar 10, 2015)

New in Cubase 7.5.30 (Sep 4, 2014)

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