Steinberg is extremely proud to announce the release of Cubase 5, the latest generation of our market-leading digital audio workstation, embodying 25 years of experience and innovation.

Cubase 5 continues the evolution of Steinberg's complete system solution integrating leading-edge software and hardware. Together with the MR816 CSX and MR816 X Advanced Integration DSP Studio and the CC121 Advanced Integration Controller, Cubase 5 meets the wide demands of music creation and production – today, and in the future.

Cubase 5 combines exemplary sound quality, intuitive handling and a vast range of highly advanced audio and MIDI tools, all of which place it at the forefront of music and audio production. Whether your customers range from ambitious enthusiasts to discerning professionals, Cubase 5 and its streamlined sibling Cubase Studio 5 are sure to enhance their creative experience. Both will be available from the end of January, so please read on to find out.

What's new in Cubase 5 and Cubase Studio 5?

Reinvent Rhythm: Beat Creation and Loop Mangling

• Loop Mash is a revolutionary virtual instrument offering a fresh and innovative way of playing with loops and creating dozens of seamlessly blendable variations to get that original beat going. (Cubase 5 only) 
• Groove Agent ONE pairs powerful drum sampling with sound shaping – all seamlessly integrated into Cubase 5. Import sliced loop and MPC files, and rock right out of the box with the included library of acoustic, urban and hip hop drum kits! 
• Beat Designer is a hot new beat construction plug-in that allows you to design drum patterns in an easy yet powerful way, working hand in hand with Groove Agent ONE.

Play the Pitch: Superlative Vocal Editing and Pitch Correction

• VariAudio offers completely integrated pitch and note length editing for individual notes in monophonic vocal recordings – bridging the gap between traditional MIDI and audio editing. (Cubase 5 only) 
• The new Pitch Correct VST3 plug-in brings easy and automatic intonation control and scale correction of vocal and monophonic instrument recordings to Cubase.

Maximum Depth: New Dimensions for Your Mix

• REVerence is the world's first VST3 convolution reverb processor, capable of emulating speakers, analogue gear and any natural room imaginable – in stereo or surround. More than 70 responses already included! (Cubase 5 only)
  • New automation handling: More transparency and flexibility in automation, with a large new control panel, Suspend Read/Write, new commands and more.
  • Rule-based consolidation: Cubase 5 interfaces MIDI controller change data with the Cubase automation, bridging the gap between part-based MIDI controller and track-based automation data routed to the same target. Now it's easy to use both systems side by side and handle layered controller/automation data in a consistent way.

Superconductor: Express Creative Visions

• VST Expression is an intuitive new way of working with instrument articulations with customizable editing integrated within the Key and Score Editors. 
• Two new track types for tempo and time signature provide full control directly in the project context 
• The included 90-day trial version of HALion Symphonic Orchestra 16-bit Edition with full VST Expression support can be upgraded online to a permanent license at a very special price. 
• The HALion ONE sound library has been expanded with a new set of 14 studio-quality instruments, each with multiple articulations for natural and expressive performances – perfectly suited to explore VST Expression. 
• In addition, the Cubase 5 package includes a trial version of REBEAT, the cool music distribution software from Rebeat Digital GmbH, which helps you place your music directly in more than 300 online music stores, while taking care of all administrative duties regarding the sale of your music.

In the Fast Lane: Next Generation Performance and Workflow

• Experience the x64 advantage: Native 64-bit support under Microsoft Windows Vista 64 with an astonishing 1 terabyte of addressable RAM – for more tracks, plug-ins and a whole lot of samples! 
• In addition, Cubase 5 takes full advantage of the latest audio driver technologies in Microsoft Windows Vista for lower latencies with generic on-board sound hardware. 
• The new Channel Batch Export assists in exporting audio files for individual channels or busses sorted by type with one action – ideal for exchanging projects without being dependent on matching plug-in sets or creating an audio-only archive of the project. 
• Improved overall MediaBay performance, better overview over of existing content, more advanced and transparent tagging, faster searching and browsing. 
• Refined editing: Access the most important parameters in the Sample Editor faster thanks to the new info-line. The Logical Project Editor profits from numerous improvements, including more destinations and new Search and Actions functions. 
• Recording enhancements: Cubase 5 features a more straight-forward approach to handling multiple takes and lane management. Other new handy tools are the Remaining Record Time Display and the Lock Record function. 
• Virtual MIDI keyboard: Use the computer keyboard or mouse to play virtual instruments or edit MIDI notes.

Minimum system requirements
The minimum system requirements state the minimal specification your computer must have to be able to use the software. A more powerful system may be required for certain tasks or larger projects. You can find more information about computer system specification and setup here.

Mac OS X 10.5.5

• PowerPC G5 (Intel Core Duo CPU recommended)
• 1024 MB RAM
• Display resolution 1024 x 768 pixels recommended
• CoreAudio compatible audio hardware
• DVD-ROM drive with dual-layer support
• 4 GB of free HD space
• USB component port for Steinberg Key (copy protection)
• Internet connection for license activation

Windows XP or Windows Vista*

• 2 GHz CPU (dual core CPU recommended)
• 1024 MB RAM
• Display resolution 1024 x 768 pixels
• Windows DirectX compatible audio hardware (ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low-latency performance)
• DVD-ROM drive with dual-layer support
• 4 GB of free HD space
• USB component port for Steinberg Key (copy protection)
• Internet connection for license activation

* Included Cubase 5 64-bit version natively supports Vista 64

• Cubase Studio 5 Upgrade: 25% Discount

  Steinberg are offering the upgrade to Cubase Studio 5 at a special price for their 25th anniversary. The regular Cubase Studio 5 Upgrade price is now reduced by 33% to just £179! Offer is valid until January 31st, 2010. Hurry up and upgrade to Cubase Studio 5 today!

• Steinberg Reality Tour Masterclass in Liverpool - WED 19th Aug!

  Don't forget - come to the Leaf Cafe in Liverpool this Wednesday, 19th August, for the Steinberg Reality Tour Masterclass! Enjoy the finest teas available in Liverpool and find out how computer software can faithfully reproduce acoustic sound ranging from real vocals to full orchestral arrangements!

• Steinberg Reality Tour Masterclass in Liverpool

  In the second of a series of masterclasses, the UK team will once again visit music stores across the UK, this time to discuss how computer software can faithfully reproduce acoustic sound ranging from real vocals to full orchestral arrangements.

• Cubase 5 Product Tour in association with Dolphin Music

  Dolphin Music and Steinberg are presenting the new advanced music production system Cubase 5 exclusively at Leaf Tea Shop & Bar in Liverpool.

• NAMM 2009: Steinberg Releases Cubase 5!

  With stunning innovations and additional enhancements that boost productivity and performance, Cubase 5 represents the absolute cutting edge in digital audio workstations.