All user reviews of 5/5 for the Steinberg Cubase 5

No problem at this level.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

It runs on a Quad Core, 4GB RAM, SSD HDD. No problem.

OVERALL OPINION

True to Cubase VST 32 since it is a major music production software. I think this is THE MIDI software.
After years on, the changes made are huge. I stay on the 5th, but the built-in mixer 7 will perhaps make me invest again.
This is a classic, yet if you want to mix a song, you will quickly be limited and will be obliged to invest in a series of plugs, unlike Protools, where the built-in effects are already excellent bills.

No problem for me with the installation. Almost everything is automated, just a few rglages for the sound card but not rocket science.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

Turns of thunder on a pass a little config (AMD 3500 + with 4G0 of ram). For larger projects, NCESS to go through the gel or the audio tracks but mainly of the vst, not Cubase. Can be planted in those moments but the lche so easily and allows most of the time to save (crash warning).

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for several years. This is a complete tool and I still discovering! ... I tried other programs but for me the most stable. I recommend it with closed eyes who wants to spend time trying to understand all its features.

yes it's nothing to say

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

it also works well, technically speaking

OVERALL OPINION

after making the upgrade from Cubase SX3 and tested on two pieces native Cubase 5 I quickly realized that I will remain in Cubase SX3 for my new songs.
First nasty surprise: the change in file format plugins, instead of vst3preset FXB / FXP. Proprietary Cubase 5
Two surprises: unable to save its own settings, other than by an interim management of an obscure "MediaBay" Steinberg signed. In short: data no longer belong to the musician but Steinberg.

In short a shame!
Third: MediaBay! Obligation to spend to manage new plugins presets and settings, this in a proprietary format of "database".
Everyone who has a little computer know the fragility of such systems. The databases are the house of cards, the weakest link in information technology.
Everything is managed via a file located in a mandatory obscure subfolder of C: \ Documents and Settings!


I use Cubase since 1989, I was much pleased with the updates until 2000, then to CUBASE SX3, as I stood there and now it's over, especially since I CUBASE paid many times more expensive, with their system update, and as a loyal customer, that any new customer.

A dissatisfied customer who has already spoken to many, many people, and notament on radio stations.
As for Steinberg, bought by Pinnacle, does more with hundreds of comments from users who are yet in the same direction in the forums.

No problem to install, no.
No software incompatibility slipped like a glove in my environment.
Setup is very easy and does not dpayse a Cubase user, I think a new guy (user) aisment navigate.
The manual is very well done and trs is complete (it is more paper!) Has the MRIT to exist (see the lack of manual era o I acquired SX3 ).

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

Processor core 2 duo E 6400
Motherboard Asus P5B Deluxe
2 GB of RAM
Wami Rack 192X sound card
All under Windows XP SP3
No problem with this machine resource, and since Cubase 4 I noticed a marked amlioration performance, the software appears to be less processor intensive. However it seems will appreciate the 2 GB Ram and I think almost a minimum working ease.

OVERALL OPINION

I use Cubase 5 since its release on the market and to be honest since 2002 with Cubase Cubase VST 5. I went through all the known versions and since this latest version is the most stable evidence Steinberg has put out only one day of this software since its release.
Steinberg has made a big effort because it ad line with other publishers (Logic and Live).
Milk cows like me who achtent the new edition every time they are not, however, trs Epargne, but hey, if it is to advance our tool is for a good cause : as my financial resources of my permit, why not?
I do it again this choice is sr!

I've been using cubase for years. Since SX 2 basically. It's great for someone like me who needs a fully functional recording environment that won't break the bank. In the past, cubase has been an "almost there" program, riding the curtails of Pro Tools and Logic. But I'm confident that Cubase 5 is a real competitor. Everything has been figured out. Audio tracks are laid out well and the program does a good job of customizing itself quickly to the users needs.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

I use Cubase for a number of recording purposes. Typically either live tracking or studio song recording. It does everything I need. VST integration is flawless assuming my VST's work correctly. It's MUCH more stable than previous versions of cubase. In past builds, I would experience crashing sometimes when I messed with interface or driver settings. Latency was always an issue. Not anymore. Cubase 5 is very stable and crashes pretty rarely. I've been a happy user for over a year now and I must say the organization of the mixer is improved a lot. The quick options on each audio track are usually all you need. Cubase has done a nice job of minimizing the need to go into the menus and mess with settings.

One issue that still needs to be solved is the metronome sound. It's a really annoying beep sound. Why they don't include some type of old style click or tap is baffling to me. This is a small complaint, but as a musician I need a good click to track to. The one included is terrible.

OVERALL OPINION

I like the simplicity of Cubase over some other interfaces. Like anything, it has a learning curve, but once you get the ins and outs Cubase is a dream to work in. I am hooked on Cubase for life because I have so many hours invested in learning it, and this new revision is well worth the money for me. It solves a lot of my little gripes in one update. If you already use cubase, this is a must have. If you're trying to pick a software for recording, I would say to at least look at this one. In my opinion it can't be beat for the price. I know a lot of pro's who use it and they say it hangs up there with Pro Tools and Logic.

Installation is no problem, maybe a bit of hell when security everywhere.
The best part of this program is compatibility with other product companies computer music
I like the mindset of Steinberg, the forums are very numerous and meet all kinds of problems. There are comprehensive tutorials to learn.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

Performance: The program uses the least possible resources and there are options like "compel compensation / delay" that allows to reduce the CPU or RAM. So everything is designed to make the application as simple as possible.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it all the time in 6 years. I tested it on a lot of config in the studio at home and there was never any serious problems, I never lost or corrupted project files
It is suitable for any type of project and what I like is that it is a professional program that is still accessible to beginners) and above that is not airtight (which I criticized a little ProTools)

What I love most: the mindset of the German firm and the quality and accessibility of the program at all levels.
Fewest: frankly I'm breaking my head trying to find a less but I find it very honestly no ...

Value for money excellent, it's a Rolls for the price of a Renault 5

Installation without problem on XP and Windows 7 64 bit.
Configuration relatively easy when you know cubase.
No inconsistency.
Manual clear and thick.
I made several updates without worry (I'm 5.1.1)

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

PC Q9650, 8 GB RAM, RME 9632 and Windows 7 64 bit, yes it is very much more stable than XP because + of RAM. The software works well but I think the CPU gauge in the red tape quickly, strangely I could improve latency under XP. I'm still working on big projects with lots of effects and vst. The freeze is my friend.

OVERALL OPINION

I have used two months before I cubase studio 4, I tried many programs before including ProTools, Logic, Ableton Live ...

For now I am satisfied Cubase is a very complete and rather simple. Of course, I customizable keyboard shortcuts and macros (that can transform Cubase), the power MIDI, audio editing, the multitude of effects and features pretty good quality. Among the new features of V5 designer and I like to beat VariAudio.

What I like least is the updates that are slow as usual Steinberg, bugs not corrected, aberration in some functionality (Media bay, automation, mixer, windows management ...): No which prevents them from working, but it misses the perfect software because of these glitches.

The price is good value in light of what has since cubase software Cubase is damn well stocked, so he does everything pretty well thought.

* The installation is done it without problems? No major problem but a crash with one version 5.0:
Have you experienced any incompatibilities? not
The general configuration is easy? bp without particular
The manual is clear and sufficient? yes except I find it unfortunate and quite incomprehensible that the tutorial plug-in does not receive a printed manual (now on DVD)

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE



* What is the configuration of your computer? (Motherboard / CPU / Ram / Disk / sound card ..)
Brand new computer is based on a gigabyte card processor, iCORE July 4 cores, 4 G0 RAM, sound card MAUDIO Layla 24/96, 2 HDDs Samsung F1 1T0, N210 video card, 64-bit Windows 7 pro

This software + hardware is stable? yes

The software works he correctly on this configuration?
No major pb management impossible except in the 96 khz with bugs in the project config (unable to copy a pattern in the track beatdesigner noon routing problem SDIF output)

What performance? very efficient but the ram is limited to the reverb impression with intermittent red zone. The pb is in the process of resolution for version 5.5, otherwise the classic reverb software operate without pb.

OVERALL OPINION



* For how long have you been using it? 1 week

* Did you try many other models before getting this one? For years I know Cubase, so I master quite well. Knowing software means more time for music and less for oware computer and / or read the manual

What thing do you like most/least about it?
+: Very ergonomic, very full, almost no need to go install too much to make a serious side to the home studio. All in one side is a plus especially with the right tools. The window opening projects from version 5.1.1 is a real plus with a real typical setup for each shot of guitar, voice. Very significant

-: It does not comes to mind (if not a joke tautological: it is not software that makes the inspiration

What is your opinion about the value for the price? more honest, very good if we measure the work of product development.

Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice? undoubtedly

The facility was long but was without problems.

I waited a few days to update the license because the site was overloaded steinberg (I got it for Christmas).

The manual is very well done, yet he must find the time and the courrage read the whole (...) This

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

cubase works at the time of writing this review with:
Imac 27 'DualQuadCore 8G Ram, HDD 2T and Snow Leopard.
Alesis MasterControl; Digimax D8, Yamaha Motif XS, and HP PSI

Everything running smoothly, the installation was long mainly because of all the drivers to install and configuerer.

In a bit more than 1 year of work I've only had 2 problems: a 2 times Cubase unexpectedly closed and reopened the restaurant in session.

The performances are more than correct, and it works well with the heavy sessions.


OVERALL OPINION

I therefore used for over a year and a half.
I used a few years before the famous Digidesign ProTools HD1 and a ProTools_LE for home.
I can not compare that with Digidesign ProTools.

The price / quality ratio is very correct.
We can work with a larger quantity of material.
The updates are installed simply.
We can more easily "wander around" session because Cubase is most widespread.

With a year of practice, I can say that I can do exactly the same thing with ProTools HD1 I used.

With experience, I REFERRED choice.